This year was an explosive year for holiday photos and updates on social networks. If you checked Instagram or Facebook on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, you should’ve noticed the majority of the posts were holiday themed, photos of loved ones, festivities, winter weather, etc. The nostalgia floating through the air prompted just about everyone on my social networks click the “share” button and I have to say, I loved every moment of it!

As of today, 18.7 million photos were shared on Instagram with the hashtag #Christmas. Here are a few of the most popular types of holiday posts:

1. The family photo

2. The Christmas tree photo

3. The holiday nail photo

4. The holiday pet photo

5. The dinner table photo

6. The presents photo