Couples are sharing their ‘casual’ origin stories in viral TikTok trend

As a seasoned gamer with a keen eye for social media trends, I must admit that the “casual things we did before we started dating” TikTok trend has caught my attention. Having spent countless hours observing and analyzing digital content, it’s clear to me that this trend is striking a chord with audiences worldwide.


On TikTok, pairs are gaining popularity by posting about the ordinary moments they shared before they became a couple, accompanied by Chappell Roan’s popular tune “Casual.

As a hopeless romantic, I can’t help but be captivated by the wave of heartwarming stories sweeping across TikTok under the “casual things we did before we started dating” trend. It’s fascinating to see couples share the playful banter, awkward moments, and heartfelt gestures that marked their journey from friendship to lovers, offering a glimpse into the beautiful tapestry of their love story.

Using Chappell Roan’s popular track “Casual” as their soundtrack, creators are playfully expressing shared moments before official commitments. Released in 2022, this song has since become a rallying cry for this trend, inspiring over 279,000 creator posts and reaching #8 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart.

The song ‘Casual’ beautifully encapsulates the relaxed yet complex phase that numerous couples experience as they contemplate taking their relationship to the next level.

Several well-known TikTok personalities like Brianna LaPaglia, Dakota Wright, as well as the influential duo Ju & Chan, are participating in a popular trend by posting glimpses of their past, prior to their public relationships.

In Ju & Chan’s video, Chan mentioned that her husband would casually attend every one of her gymnastics competitions, despite the fact that I, too, had to medically retire from competing.

Couples are sharing their ‘casual’ origin stories in viral TikTok trend

She remembered instances where he’d quietly demonstrate his affection by helping her arrange mats for fellow gymnasts, an unassuming gesture that over time, became instrumental in fostering their relationship.

A popular video viewed by over 8.7 million people was posted by TikToker lia.michii, featuring an amusing incident preceding her relationship with her current boyfriend. The video showcased a picture taken of them sitting together, where he was casually holding her leg – a seemingly innocent moment that later foreshadowed their romantic connection.

Even Trisha Paytas jumped in on the trend, revealing that for her and her now-husband, there was no extended pre-dating period. She shared, “Nothing. We got engaged the same year and bought a house right away.”

As a gaming enthusiast scrolling through TikTok this year, I’ve come across some fascinating trends that have taken the platform by storm. From the Beckham Test to the moon phase soulmate trend, not forgetting the ‘I trust my partner’ challenge, these viral trends have certainly caught my attention!

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2024-10-06 17:48