[Instagram Stories] How to post cute and stylish birthday and anniversary photos

Did you know that you can decorate your Instagram Stories in cute ways? By using decorations, you can celebrate your friends’ or loved ones’ birthdays and anniversaries in style!

In this article, we’ll show you how to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries in a cute way on Instagram Stories, as well as introducing some recommended photo editing apps , so be sure to check it out.

Check out the photo editing app “BeautyPlus” recommended by our editorial team here

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We’ll introduce you to four easy photo editing methods that are perfect for birthday and anniversary stories, even for people who don’t usually edit photos.

Use GIF stamps

Editing using GIF stamps is easy even for beginners or those who are not good at photo editing . Not only are there stamps with phrases like "Happy Birthday" and "Happy Birthday" available, but there are also plenty of birthday and party-related items such as cakes and crackers. Layering and combining stamps will make them stand out and increase the originality of your designs.

Search GIF stamps by creator

There are so many GIF stamps that it can be hard to decide which ones to use. If you can’t find a stamp you like, try searching for it by creator . For example, we recommend stamps from creators such as "chiroru," "nemuiasa," and "yukanco"!

Using multiple stamps from the same creator will create a unified look and make for a more polished image.

Decorate with special characters

Try using a web service like "LINGOJAM" to decorate your stories with unique font designs that you wouldn’t normally be able to use on Instagram. By using fonts that you don’t normally see, you can increase the originality of your design.

Arrange photos into a collage

If you want to use multiple photos, you can line them up to create a collage. You can also use a frame to make it look like a Polaroid camera to make it even cuter.

If you want to take your story to the next level, try semi-transparent fills

A semi-transparent fill process that creates an emotional finish, as if a thin color filter had been applied . If you want to make the image more distinct, try erasing the face with an eraser pen.

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Here are three useful points to know to enhance the festive atmosphere.

Use the mention feature in your posts

When posting, be sure to mention the people you want to reach with your message . The recipient will receive a notification, so they won’t accidentally miss your congratulatory message.

Add a hashtag

In stories celebrating anniversaries, use hashtags to make it easy to understand, such as "#xx-month-anniversary" or "#xx-year-anniversary." Don’t forget to decorate your posts not only with hashtags, but also with anniversary-related GIF stamps ♡ If you search for "anniversary" or "Anniversary", many related stamps will appear, so make use of them.

Music stamps are essential for special occasions

If you want to make the occasion feel even more special, we recommend using music stamps. By selecting songs that the two of you like or songs that are perfect for a celebration, you can create an anniversary feel. ∩（*・ω・）∩

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If you’re not satisfied with the photo editing features on Instagram, try using an app to edit your photos.

『BeautyPlus』

"BeautyPlus" is a popular photo editing app that is easy to use and free of charge, even for beginners. It has lots of templates such as "Love" and "Birthday" that are useful for anniversaries! It is also convenient because it implements processing functions such as stamps and filters. It can meet a wide range of needs, from beginners to advanced users who want to master processing.

Templates are recommended for beginners

BeautyPlus has a lot of templates, and in the “Anniversary” tab you can find templates that are perfect for birthday Instagram stories.

Instagram recommends a photo size of 16:9, so it’s best to select a vertical template.

If the template is a square, just select “Background” → “Aspect Ratio and Color” and crop it to 16:9, then move the items around a bit.

『BeautyPlus Video』

"BeautyPlus Video" is a video editing app that not only supports skin beautification but also style correction . There are plenty of templates that can be used for Instagram Stories, and the editing screen is simple and intuitive.

『Filmora』

If you’re looking for templates that aren’t available in other apps, we recommend Filmora . If you select the "Beat" category, you can create dynamic and stylish Instagram stories ♬ If you’re looking for an app that can do cool editing, be sure to download this.

『Nichi』

If you’re looking for a template with earthy and muted colors, then Nichi is the one for you . The design is simple, but you can easily create cute, grown-up images. This is the perfect app for people who like muted colors and retro atmospheres.

『Canva』

Did you know that Canva, a tool that allows you to easily create creative images, includes animated templates? Templates with animations are sure to stand out .

It’s very easy to use; all you have to do is select a template and replace the image. Even people who aren’t familiar with photo editing can create professional-looking images.

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"BeautyPlus" is a popular selfie app, but it actually contains a lot of stylish templates . By using templates, you can create high-quality images for your Instagram stories.

I actually used “BeautyPlus” to edit a story, so please use it as a reference(*’ω’*)

1. Choose a template

First, choose the template you want to use. Try entering “birthday” in the search field at the top of the screen. You will be presented with a number of templates to choose from.

2. Choose an image

Tap to select the image you want to use. The number of images varies depending on the template, so if you plan to post a lot of images, it’s best to choose a template with a large number of images.The template will be applied automatically once you select the images, so there is no need for complicated operations.

3. Don’t forget to tap Save

Once you’re done editing, be sure to tap “Save” on the screen! Once you’ve saved the photo, you can tap the Instagram icon to move it to Instagram, making it even easier to post.

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We’ve introduced some apps and editing methods that you can use for Instagram stories on birthdays and anniversaries. These are all apps that even first-time photo editors can use with confidence, so be sure to download them.

"BeautyPlus" and "BeautyPlus Video" have a wide variety of templates so you can easily create images to your liking . We recommend them because even beginners can enjoy professional-level editing.

Important anniversaries and birthdays are things you want to celebrate wholeheartedly. Let’s make use of Instagram Stories to liven things up (*^▽^*)