One of the most important things we think the media can do is connect small business owners and creatives across industries and markets to give them an opportunity to learn form each other. The insights on trends in particular can be transformative if our communities were better connected and so we’ve tried to create a space where folks can share the trends they are seeing and read about trends other sharp entrepreneurs are seeing.

Talesha Austin

Some of the biggest trends in my industry is that vintage fashion has become very popular! I started my online vintage store 9 1/2 years ago, and it has become more popular among the fashion industry over the last few years!! Read more>>

Sarah Lewis

Now that my business has leaned more heavily into all things wedding, there have been a lot of wedding trends that I’m seeing from my clients! One of the biggest things is having everything personalized, which shows that the clients went the custom route versus just selecting something online. Similar to myself, almost all of my clients are obsessed fur baby parents and want to add watercolor paintings or linework drawings of their pets to their invitations, signature drink signs, napkins, and more. Read more>>

Maddie Cannon

I am seeing more pops of color. In your home, when decorating, rugs and pillows are easier to change out than furniture. Consumers are getting more adventurous with home accessories as far as color and design! Read more>>

Cloetta Banks

Some of the biggest trends we are seeing is younger people wanting to be homeowners. People becoming the first home owner in their family line. Friends partnering together to purchase income producing properties. Down payment assistance programs or credits coming available to more people. Read more>>

Eyal Lalkin Segal

Since the pandemic clients are more open to work virtually for their health and fitness. As well as more committed to their health and wellness in their private space. We are also more visible through Zoom and FaceTime visually which in turn creates looking our best at all times. Social media keeps up connected and visible to the world and health and well-being is trending up. Read more>>

Kathleen Witek

One trend that seems tailor-made for Garden District STL is the “coastal grandmother” aesthetic. Since this trend embraces the coastal vibes of recipes and cooking, cozy interiors, and classic styles its the perfect match for the floral linens from April Cornell, the locally made bath products, and the delicious tea and beautiful teaware you’ll find at Garden District STL. Read more>>

David Johns

One of the biggest trends in photography is really one of the biggest trends in culture. Reels. Putting yourself out there via videos using social media platforms has encouraged most business owners, influencers and people to gain an audience to showcase their work or really, anything. This is something I was not prepared for to say the least. I love photography because I do not have to worry about myself being in front of a camera. Social media has shifted in a way that practically forces people like myself to participate or disappear (at least in social media via algorithms). Read more>>

Dexter Bensman

Right now in the music industry, the biggest trend shouldn’t come as any surprise as it started with TikTok and transformed into the utilization of short-form video content. TikTok, Facebook/Instagram reels, YouTube Shorts, Spotify Canvas, etc have all taken a dominating spot in the music industry. Innovo got ahead of this curve by becoming experts in the TikTok space early on and we now have offerings in both the music and brand marketing space. For music, whether it’s running ads, consulting, creating content calendars, or collaborating with influencers we have the reach and knowledge to do so. Read more>>

Lisa Harrison

One of the biggest trends I see in this industry is no originality!!! If someone assumes you are making money they will hop on the train and just put out anything for a quick buck. Not at TipsySips By T&L. I take pride in making my very own juice blends and only using top shelf premium alcohol to create my unique cocktails. Read more>>

Lauren Sommer

Wedding floral trends are constantly changing! The first year we were in business we saw lots of boho style designs with pampas grass everywhere. Burgundy and blush tones have remained popular since we started. Last fall we had an more brides asking for terra cotta colors. This year we did quite a few baby’s breath and white flower weddings. Bright and bold color palettes are currently trending and we are loving seeing those bright pops! Round arches that were super trendy the last couple of years, but recently we see more of the asymmetrical arch designs. Read more>>

Elysia Mitchell

The biggest trend that I have been seeing is so many people want to be a “Entrepreneur” but they don’t know how much comes with it far as late nights, failure moments, having to be the content creator, the customer service rep, the up and downs the list goes on. It’s definitely not for the weak. Read more>>

Anne DiVitto

Influencer Marketing is a growing trend that continues to become more and more popular. No longer are the days of paid ads, and here are the days of influencer promotion. While most of us may think of celebrities as influencers, with millions of followers, In 2022, more and more nano and micro-influencers will become a popular way for businesses and brands to reach more targeted audiences. Macro influencers just don’t seem to cut it anymore. Read more>>

stacie steward

Women are more fearless than ever! Working from home has motivated more women to shed the traditional stuffy corporate hair! Women are saying I’m free to be means are trying new things snd breaking down stereotypes of work culture as it relates to hair. And I’m loving it! Read more>>

Tatiyana Canady

When I first entered the beauty industry, beauty services were mostly looked at as a luxury or something to indulge in a few times a year. Now, we are seeing a huge transition, as facial treatments are no longer just a luxury, but truly a necessity. Consumers are interested in how they can not only look beautiful, but feel equally as amazing on the inside. We are seeing the aesthetic industry truly transition to an “inside-out” approach, and it’s remarkable. Read more>>

Jacob Grehl

Entertainment and film is and has been gravitating towards a for-cash moment. Instead of a rich storytelling and quality controlled industry where only the great stories and works were able to shine, all it takes to produce a “successful” peice of work is a name brand and an over-inflated budget, with no talent or creative effort necessary. This is a very sad and dangerous movement, mainly because when good art dies, the passion and effective expressiveness of the world will as well. I aim to be a small part of the solution. Read more>>