TikTok this week combines quirky choreography with heavy nostalgia. From the cardboard-stiff Paloma Blanca dance to the return of Trainspotting’s Born Slippy and Choose Life speech, plus autumn vibes and easy fitness, here’s what is new, rising and fading.
The most striking newcomer is the #Unapalomablanca dance trend. Groups move in rigid, mannequin-like unison to the track Paloma Blanca, creating a surreal, cardboard-cut-out aesthetic. It is catching attention in both the UK and Spain, with clips showing increasingly creative twists.
There are also early signs of Trainspotting nostalgia entering the feed. The pounding beat of Born Slippy is popping up in edits, alongside re-uses of the famous Choose Life monologue. These are not yet full viral trends, but their presence hints at a revival of 1990s cultural cues—likely to intensify if nostalgia remains strong.
Elsewhere, the AutumnCozy movement is gaining traction. Warm interiors, routines, candles, seasonal food, and “back to routine” stories mark the seasonal shift. Noughties nostalgia also stays strong, as retro fashion and childhood TV references continue to be shared.
Fitness retains its place too, but softer. Tread & Tone workouts show how accessible movement and strength combinations are being widely adopted. It’s fitness without intensity—something viewers find realistic and reassuring.
Some older challenges are fading. The Chair—popular through August—is losing visibility, and “Couples Running” has all but disappeared.
Cross-platform echoes: Instagram and YouTube Shorts mirror the autumn aesthetic and nostalgia but are not yet reflecting the quirkiness of Paloma Blanca. If it continues to rise, it will likely cross over in weeks.
TikTok Trends
Paloma Blanca Choreography
A new dance trend is breaking through under #Unapalomablanca. Groups move stiffly in synchronised, mannequin-like style to the 1970s track Paloma Blanca. The surreal look—half dance, half parody—is catching on fast in the UK and Spain.
Trainspotting Revival
The 1990s are back on screen as Born Slippy and the Choose Life monologue from Trainspotting surface in edits and montages. It’s early days, but if nostalgia holds, these sounds could easily explode into broader trends.
Seasonal Shift
As September beds in, AutumnCozy and #BackToRoutine content gain traction: interiors, blankets, mugs of tea, candles, seasonal foods and back-to-work rhythms. Retro 2000s content also thrives, from music to fashion throwbacks.
Fitness Goes Soft
Tread & Tone style workouts—light weights plus walking or home exercise—continue to rise. Easy, accessible, and rooted in routine, they appeal to creators who want to show consistency rather than intensity.
What’s Cooling Off
The Chair Challenge, so visible in August, is fading, while Couples Running has largely disappeared.
Why It Matters
Together, these trends highlight TikTok’s ability to blend novelty with nostalgia. Expect more autumn cues to influence visuals, plus growing use of retro audio. Brands and creators should lean into seasonal storytelling, playful choreography, and authentic lifestyle content.
Feature of the Week (“And Finally…”)
And finally… A small TikTok account in Scotland is quietly gaining attention for posting clips of his grandfather reading the Choose Life monologue from Trainspotting. With a simple camera, a worn chair, and a thick accent, the videos have captured thousands of likes. It’s a gentle reminder that nostalgia can be powerful not only for what we remember but for how it connects generations today.
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