Pinterest has continuously solidified itself as a front-runner for the social media platform “underdog award.” Whether you're a creator, a brand, or simply a user looking to curate a new board - learn the best strategy for you.
As the social media landscape continues to shift, so do the apps most popular with users. Pinterest has continuously solidified itself as a front-runner for the social media platform “underdog award.” With over 520 million monthly active users, there’s no shortage of fun, success, and engagement to be found on the platform, whether you're a creator, a brand, or simply a user looking to curate a new board.
Top 11 Pinterest Boards
1. “Living Spaces” by Bonnie Tsang
Committed to incorporating style into the mundanity of life, Bonnie Tsang’s “Living Spaces” Pinterest board is equally fun, eccentric, and practical. Bringing styling tips and unique pieces to typical floor plans, their curation is perfect for the home decor scrollers.
Living Spaces - Bonnie Tsang With aesthetic color pallets and materials, every Pin to Tsang’s board is the best fit. If you’re looking for inspiration to curate a specific vibe in your space, consider following this Pinterest board.
2. “Wanderlust” by Jennifer Chong
A mix of culture-focused Pins, nature exploration, and travel, Jennifer Chong’s “Wanderlust” board is both an aesthetic curation and an artist’s best work. It’s not just a perfect inspirational board for travelers and photographers, but also a de-stressing activity for the average user.
Wanderlust • North America - Jennifer Chong Whether you’re looking at serene landscapes or a perfectly curated living room, the board is full of Pins that are sure to spark creativity in your own life.
3. “Recipes” by Dream Green DIY
The place to be for amateur cooks and at-home bakers, Dream Green DIY’s “Recipes” board is perfectly curated to be the one-stop-shop for a three-course meal. With drink recipes, quick appetizers, tasty main courses, and perfect desserts for any season, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your cravings in just a few minutes of scrolling through. Recipes - Dream Green DIY Especially considering the saturation of these cooking-forward Pinterest boards, it’s not surprising that this one stands out. It’s not just aesthetically pleasing, with pops of color and unique plating styles, it’s practical for users to actually execute.
4. “Current” by Lauren Zwanziger
A bold mix of styles, home decor, holiday inspiration, and beauty, Lauren Zwanziger’s “Current” Pinterest board is exactly what it sounds like: everything she’s currently loving, obsessed with, or following. Especially if you’re using the platform to follow trends, consider checking her page out.
Current - Lauren Zwanziger Of course, her moody aesthetic isn't for everyone, however if it’s not for you, aesthetics can be an acquired taste.
5. “Space” by Veanad
Curated by Seattle-based architect Veanad, “Space” is a pinterest board that encapsulates her interior design vision for users. Despite having larger boards, like “Beauty” with a curation of wellness, makeup, and design images, her interior design curations are surely most memorable.
Space - veanad If you’re looking for home design inspiration, consider checking out this Pinterest board and Veanad’s general page.
6. “Wellness” by Mini Pink Jodie
With just a few thousands followers, this Pinterest-guru may not have the platform of other famous influencers and creators, but definitely embodies the aesthetic most share. With on-theme and trendy boards, including their “Wellness” collection filled with healthy lifestyle recipes, outfits, and movement practices, they’re on track to amassing similar popularity.
7. “Words to Live By” by Christine Martinez Loya
What’s the point of doom scrolling on Pinterest if you don’t spend at least 15 minutes reading some quotes that are somewhat applicable to your life – aka a heartbreak from a decade ago that you haven’t yet healed from. Well, if that sounds like you or the vibe you’re going for, the “Words to Live By” board by Christine Martinez Loya is perfect for you.
Words to Live By - Christine Martinez Loya Whether you’re looking for an iPhone wallpaper, or just some confidence and motivation to get through the day, consider checking it out.
8. “Home Sweet Home” by Honestly WTF
Like many other curated Pinterest boards, there’s going to be something on the platform for everyone – with a mix of unique, traditional, and eccentric vibes, this one is perfect for the experimental. With bright colors, non-traditional floor plans, and exciting centerpieces for your home, HonestlyWTF, a famous creator on Pinterest, has created the perfect interior design board for you – “Home Sweet Home.”
Home Sweet Home - HonestlyWTF If you’re looking to get out of your comfort zone, consider checking out this board for inspiration.
9. “Looks For Me” by Mah
As another smaller creator, with a mix of personal and seemingly professional content boards on Pinterest, Mah’s board “Looks For Me” is growing rapidly as a perfectly curated, yet effortlessly cool, men’s style and aesthetic board. The average user can exemplify their creativity effortlessly on Pinterest, cultivating a feed full of hidden gems like this board.
Looks For Me - Mah If you’re looking for some men’s fashion inspiration, check this board and others on their page out.
10. “Everything” by Maryann Rizzo
A mix of wellness, food, fashion, and lifestyle, the “Everything” Pinterest board curated by Maryann Rizzo is a melting pot. As her page continues to grow and her life shifts, so does this Pinterest board. This board perfectly reflects a journey of her creativity online.
Everything - Maryann Rizzo If you’re looking for a casual board to follow, with the occasional “gem” recipe or perfect fall outfit, this is the perfect place for you.
11. “Recipes” by Oh Joy
Another classic board by a famous creator, the “Recipes” board by Oh Joy is filled to the brim with recipes for any occasion. As a collection of perfectly curated treats and meals, there’s truly something for everyone – whether you’re a mom looking for an easy meal, a single college student, or the dedicated host to an epic Halloween party.
Recipes - Oh Joy Of course, their diversity appeals to a greater audience than some of the more curated boards on Pinterest like men’s fashion or makeup, making it extremely popular and endlessly sought after across demographics on the platform.
Closing Thoughts
At the end of the day, Pinterest is our “underdog,” filled with passionate creativity, willful users, and dedicated influencers growing platforms founded on community, connection, and of course, great vibes.
