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Laura McQuarrie

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VR Rail Carriages
VR Rail Carriages
The St Vincent’s Express Takes Senior Care Residents to 10 Countries
St Vincent's Care Toowoomba launched a first-of-its-kind virtual reality travel experience, St Vincent’s Express, designed to take senior care residents to 10 countries without leaving home. The... MORE
Pet-Friendly Car Diffusers
Pet-Friendly Car Diffusers
The Citroën Calm Diffuser Helps to Reduce Stress and Overwhelm for Pets
For some pets, a car ride is anything but an adventure and to help ease the discomfort of the unfamiliar motion, sounds and confinement that can leave them anxious and overwhelmed, Citroën created... MORE
Give-Back QSR Rewards
Give-Back QSR Rewards
QDOBA Launched Tax Day Guac Relief for Rewards Members
Tax season can add to the financial stress that defines modern life, and QDOBA is launching Tax Day Guac Relief so that Rewards Members can access a $5 Reward that they can use toward any QDOBA... MORE
Bake-at-Home Cookie Doughs
Bake-at-Home Cookie Doughs
Doh! Makes Convenient, Bakery-Style Indulgences Without the Mess
BakeAway, the leading manufacturer of pastry and dough products in the UK, saw an opportunity to launch a bake-at-home cookie dough product to UK shoppers, and worked with Brandon Consultants to... MORE
Vacation-Inspired Exfoliant Bars
Vacation-Inspired Exfoliant Bars
Soft Services' VACATION Buffing Bar Has a Fun Signature Scent
The VACATION Buffing Bar pairs Soft Services' best-selling in-shower microcrystal exfoliant with the Vacation Sunscreen Company's signature scent with notes of pool water, coconut water, solar... MORE
Post-Workout Shower Jellies
Post-Workout Shower Jellies
A Signature Spa Treatment Inspired Lush's The Good Hour Shower Jelly
Lush's The Good Hour shower jelly is part of a range of new Lush Spa-inspired products, and it shares a name with the pampering Lush Spa treatment that inspired it. Cool jelly discs are used in The... MORE
Baklava-Scented Soap Bars
Baklava-Scented Soap Bars
Lush's Eid al-Adha 2026 Collection Includes Baklava Soap
As part of its Co-Create program, fresh handmade cosmetic company Lush announced the Eid al-Adha 2026 collection—and it's launching soon to share products inspired by the rich heritage of Eid... MORE
Limited-Edition Pickle Beers
Limited-Edition Pickle Beers
PBR x Grillo's Pickle Beer is Bright, Refreshing and Easy-Drinking
At a time of year when drinkers are looking for something refreshing to sip, PBR x Grillo's Pickle Beer launched as an unlikely way to quench thirst. Although plenty of pickle-flavored products... MORE
Age-Based Discounts
Age-Based Discounts
Laura Geller Beauty Celebrated National Mature Women's Day with a Unique Promo
In celebration of National Mature Women's Day, Laura Geller Beauty offered an age-based promotion to uplift and reward women 40+. On April 9th, the initiative let customers save their age as a... MORE
Savory Pickle Granolas
Savory Pickle Granolas
Rawcology Created and Gave Away Dill Pickle Grain-Free Granola to Five Fans
Tons of pickle-flavored products were teased on April Fools' Day, and Rawcology was one of the few brands to actually bring an odd flavor to fruition with a limited-edition Dill Pickle Grain-Free... MORE
GLP-1 Biomimetic Supplements
GLP-1 Biomimetic Supplements
The Absorption Company's WLP-1 Boosts Natural GLP-1 by Up to 321%
The Absorption Company, known for its supplements with pharmaceutical-grade absorption, launched WLP-1, an oral GLP-1 biomimetic designed to support the body’s own GLP-1 production. For some, the... MORE
Fusion Stir-Fry Noodles
Fusion Stir-Fry Noodles
KYUNU's Protein Stir-Fry Noodles Mashup K-Food and an Italian Classic
KYUNU's Protein Stir-Fry Noodles launched in a limited-edition Italian Fusion Spicy Carbonara variety that combines smokiness, creaminess and cheesiness with a fiery Korean street food favorite.... MORE
Instant Protein Noodles
Instant Protein Noodles
KYUNU's Chef-Crafted Ramen Delivers 30 Grams of Protein Per Serving
Instant noodles have long carried a stigma of being little more than empty calories wrapped in a sodium-heavy broth, but KYUNU challenges this perception with products like instant protein noodles... MORE
Breakfast-Inspired Chocolates
Breakfast-Inspired Chocolates
FATSO Morning Glory Combines Cornflakes, Toast & Marmalade
FATSO Morning Glory is a vegan-friendly indulgence that combines dark Colombian chocolate with a trio of unexpected, breakfast-inspired additions: organic maize flakes, citrus peel and croutons.... MORE
Countertop Appliance Plushies
Countertop Appliance Plushies
Aldi Launched Exclusive Air Fryer Plushies for Mega-Fans
Aldi sold more than 180,000 air fryers in the last two years alone, and with 64% of Brits saying they wouldn’t be able to live without theirs, the discount supermarket chain launched a... MORE
Cherry-Infused Maple Syrups
Cherry-Infused Maple Syrups
Fans Voted to Create Runamok Sweet Black Cherry Infused Maple Syrup
Vermont-based Runamok Maple recently announced the winner of its Fifth Annual New Flavor Contest, and Sweet Black Cherry Infused Maple Syrup is now available for pre-order. Fans submitted their... MORE
Volumizing Lip Balm-to-Oils
Volumizing Lip Balm-to-Oils
A Geisha Ritual Inspired the Melting Lip Balm by Tatcha
Geishas used to melt candies on their lips for glossiness and The Melting Lip Balm is a new release from Tatcha that takes cues from this practice. As Tatcha describes, this ritual was also a means... MORE
Twisted Candy Energy Shots
Twisted Candy Energy Shots
The Red Licorice 5-Hour Energy Shot is Tangy, Sweet & Nostalgic
On National Licorice Day, 5-hour Energy launched a Red Licorice 5-Hour Energy Shot, reimagining a classic red rope candy as a bright, smooth source of energy with a tangy-sweet taste. This... MORE
Milky Watermelon Moisturizers
Milky Watermelon Moisturizers
Glow Recipe's Watermelon Milk Peptide Cushion Cream Has No Fragrance
Glow Recipe's fruit-forward skincare portfolio will expand to include an all-new Watermelon Milk Peptide Cushion Cream Refillable Moisturizer, catering to consumers after peptide-powered,... MORE
Longevity Body Washes
Longevity Body Washes
Joonbyrd's Big Time Body Wash Supports Resilience & Long-Term Radiance
Joonbyrd's Big Time Body Wash isn't just another average cleanser for the neck down, it's a gentle longevity body wash powered by plant biotech to support soft, supple, resilient skin and long-term... MORE
Single-Ingredient Protein Solutions
Single-Ingredient Protein Solutions
Meala Vertis PB pea Tackles GLP-1 Era Formulation Challenges
Meala Vertis PB pea is a single-ingredient texturized pea protein product designed to support food manufacturers, particularly with the rise of GLP-1 weight management therapies and the... MORE
Bookless Bookstores
Bookless Bookstores
The Audible Story House Features Tiles to Sample Audiobooks
The Audible Story House is set to open its doors in New York City in May, and the limited-time destination for audiobook lovers will operate as a "bookless bookstore." This pop-up space will be... MORE
Soda-Flavored Superfood Gummies
Soda-Flavored Superfood Gummies
Grüns Dropped an Olipop-Inspired Superfood Greens Gummies Flavor
Grüns' Superfood Greens Gummies, formulated to fill nutritional gaps, teamed up with a beloved prebiotic soda brand to launch an online-exclusive Strawberry Vanilla flavor. The limited-time Olipop... MORE
Mystery Fragrance Subscriptions
Mystery Fragrance Subscriptions
Scentbird Society Shares Members-Only Scent Curations
Scentbird Society, a members-exclusive fragrance club, is a new way for perfume lovers to discover new favorites with a fresh theme that drops monthly, offering a curated experience of five... MORE
Cloud Microbe Fragrances
Cloud Microbe Fragrances
Cloud Reverie by Future Society is a Wearable Piece of the Sky
Future Society, the brand reimagining fragrance through the lens of biotechnology and recreating the scents of extinct flowers, looked to the skies for its latest launch—Cloud Reverie, an... MORE
Instant Sourdough Products
Instant Sourdough Products
Leaven's All-Purpose Blend Combines Non-GMO Sourdough Yeast & Bacteria
Sourdough has always had its devoted followers, and it's enjoying a renewed moment in home kitchens, and for busy households where tangy, good-for-the-gut, fresh-baked bread has remained out of... MORE
Balanced Dirty Martinis
Balanced Dirty Martinis
Dirty Sue's Three-Way Martini Calls for Ingredients in Equal Parts
The martini is one of the most challenging cocktails to lighten up, since its magic lies almost entirely in the interplay of spirits, but Dirty Sue's cheekily named Three-Way Martini introduces a... MORE
Collaborative In-Game Islands
Collaborative In-Game Islands
IKEA Island is a Limited-Time Cloud Island Within Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia is a cozy Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive that recently launched, and gamers can visit a limited-time Cloud Island within the game, IKEA Island, in celebration of IKEA Japan’s 20th... MORE
Metabolic Wellness Capsules
Metabolic Wellness Capsules
Lemme Metabolism Akkermansia Capsules Support Weight Maintenance
Kourtney Kardashian Barker's Lemme brand offers several metabolism-activating products in the form of gummies, and the newly launched Lemme Metabolism Akkermansia Capsules differentiate themselves... MORE
Snackable Lunch Kits
Snackable Lunch Kits
Sargento Mighty Bites are Made to Mix, Match and Stac
Snack kits have long been the go-to choice for lunchboxes and on-the-go eating by offering kids a satisfying variety of little things to pick at, but they've often fallen short where it matters... MORE
Contactless Infrared Baby Monitors
Contactless Infrared Baby Monitors
SightAware Reads Skin Temperature from Up to Four Feet Away
SightAware by Nonnanest is a non-wearable baby monitor that tracks skin temperature—and it works without WiFi, subscriptions or an app. SightAware was born from a personal experience that... MORE
Smart Perimenopause Wearables
Smart Perimenopause Wearables
Peri Accurately Tracks Symptoms for Effective Management
Peri, a first-of-its-kind perimenopause wearable that tracks symptoms and offers actionable insights, is now available for pre-order. Unlike wrist-worn devices or smart rings, this lightweight... MORE
Swedish Candy Collabs
Swedish Candy Collabs
The BonBon x Moomin Candy Collection Spreads Comfort and Joy
Swedish candy culture has spread globally because it offers a playful approach to sweets that resonates with people of all ages looking for fun and novel opportunities to treat themselves, and the... MORE
Hybrid Protein Pastas
Hybrid Protein Pastas
Banza Wheat Protein Pasta Combines Semolina Wheat with Chickpeas
Banza introduced the first-ever chickpea pasta in 2014 and in 2026, Banza Wheat Protein Pasta and Wheat Protein Mac & Cheese are coming to consumers to provide up to 22 grams of protein and four to... MORE
Layerable Cereal Fragrances
Layerable Cereal Fragrances
The Snif Milk + Cereal Collection Pairs a 2% Fragrance with Body Mists
Layering an eau de parfum with a complementary body mist is a best-kept secret for creating a long-lasting, personalized scent, and the new Snif Milk + Cereal Collection turns the technique into a... MORE
Adult Social Clubs
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
As social clubs and community groups flourish in major cities, largely catering to Gen Z and Millennials seeking connection, Social Club 150 emerged to address fundamental human needs for adults in... MORE

Featured Ideas

K-Pop Film Fashion Dolls
K-Pop Film Fashion Dolls
Netflix and Mattel are Dropping a Three-Pack of HUNTR/X Dolls
The fandom surrounding KPop Demon Hunters has proved to be so massive and so passionate that it inspired a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Netflix, Mattel and Hasbro, which will see the... MORE
Interactive K-Pop Film Toys
Interactive K-Pop Film Toys
Furby Furblets KPop Demon Hunters Take After Favorite Characters
At the New York Toy Fair 2026, Hasbro offered a look at upcoming games, new licensing agreements, and toys like Furby Furblets KPop Demon Hunters, inspired by the Netflix sensation. These mini... MORE
Limited-Time Pickle Menus
Limited-Time Pickle Menus
The KFC Pickled Menu Features Items Like Pickle Pepsi
Pickle flavors have evolved from a quirky novelty into a full-blown mainstream obsession, and the limited-time KFC Pickled Menu shares a taste favorite menu items with a tangy twist. Now available... MORE
Fantasy Horror Heroine Dolls
Fantasy Horror Heroine Dolls
The Monster High Skullector x LAIKA Coraline Doll Launches Soon
From the eerie charm of button eyes to an instantly recognizable yellow rain jacket, Coraline has given the world iconic and endlessly referenced looks, and the Monster High Skullector x LAIKA... MORE
Fluffy Plush Collectibles
Fluffy Plush Collectibles
Disney's Urupocha‑chan Line Taps into the Collectible Craze
Plush collectibles are in high demand from fans of all ages, prompting Disney to tap into an iconic franchise to release ultra-cute Urupocha‑chan characters that blend nostalgia with modern... MORE
Pocket-Sized Collectible Compacts
Pocket-Sized Collectible Compacts
Polly Pocket x GCDS Fuses Play, Luxury & Nostalgia
Polly Pocket evokes a deep sense of nostalgia for many Millennials and the Polly Pocket x GCDS collaboration reinterprets the imaginative, tiny toy world with a luxury fashion twist. This... MORE
Inclusive Spellbinding Dolls
Inclusive Spellbinding Dolls
Moonspell Magic by Monster High Inspires Fans to Embrace Uniqueness
Moonspell Magic by Monster High is debuting at the New York Toy Fair 2026, introducing five new characters from a supernatural world where monsters and witches coexist. These stunning dolls expand... MORE
Premium Nighttime Sodas
Premium Nighttime Sodas
Coca-Cola Zero Caffeine Zero Sugar Was Made for Evening Moments
Coca-Cola Zero Caffeine Zero Sugar relaunched in Great Britain with a sleek gold and black packaging design that aligns the crisp, bubbly beverage with evening drinking occasions. “We know that... MORE
Smooth Entry-Level Whiskys
Smooth Entry-Level Whiskys
Johnnie Walker Red Soul is a Sweeter Version of Red Label
Johnnie Walker Red Soul is a softer, sweeter, smoother version of Johnnie Walker's Red Label blended scotch whisky, and it was created to provide an accessible introduction for newcomers to the... MORE
Crossover Charm Collectibles
Crossover Charm Collectibles
The Labubu × Sanrio Collab Sees Iconic Characters in Costume
Pop Mart’s The Monsters series has turned the Labubu character into a worldwide phenomenon, and soon, collectors can look forward to a Labubu × Sanrio crossover featuring Hello Kitty and more of... MORE
Crossover Bodycare Collections
Crossover Bodycare Collections
Lush's Super Fairy Combines Two Fan-Favorite Scents
Super Milk and Snow Fairy are two of the most viral scents made by Lush and the brand-new Super Fairy collection brings their iconic aromas together in a new way. While Super Milk is known for... MORE
Luxe Hydration Collections
Luxe Hydration Collections
The Stanley 1913 x JENNIE Capsule Features New Silhouettes & Charms
Stanley 1913, the hydration brand that built a cult following that’s just as excited about drinkware as what’s inside them, teamed up with JENNIE, the founding member of BLACKPINK, to introduce... MORE
Plush Pet Hotels
Plush Pet Hotels
Goodwoof 2025 Will Feature a Jellycat Dog Hotel Pop-Up
Goodwoof is an annual celebration of dogs held on the Goodwood Estate and in 2025, dog lovers will be treated to a Jellycat Dog Hotel pop-up experience. During this popup, guests will have the... MORE
Seaweed-Infused Fragrance Mists
Seaweed-Infused Fragrance Mists
Maison Louis Marie Hair and Body Mists are Nourishing & Hydrating
The newly launched Maison Louis Marie Hair and Body Mists—in Fruit du Dragon, Fleur de la Passion, and Fleur de Vanille—are not just beautifully scented but useful for supporting healthier skin... MORE