The top 2015 market trends offer insights into different patterns of opportunity within various market sectors. From the integration of biometric technology into banking apps to online pop-up markets, there is plenty to learn from the past year of market innovations.
Given that consumers are showing an interest in curated offerings, the successful premise of Tastemakr, an online pop-up market, makes a lot of sense. Tastemakr is a web platform that spotlights a different craft food or beverage for a full-day. The unique service is a novel solution that helps consumers access small-batch, quality products when they may not have time to visit a specialty store.
To take a closer look at the patterns that shaped the top 2015 market trends, be sure to examine our 2016 Trend Report.
Top 55 Market Trends of 2015
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Interactive Skincare Ads
Neutrogena's Hands-On Ad Entertains While Selling Makeup Removal Wipes
54
Visionary Modern Airlines
This Airline of the Future is App-Connected and Offers "Cinema Class"
53
Book-Shaped Business Cards
These Business Cards Cleverly Reflect the Company's Product
52
Small Business Lending Platforms
Lendified is a Tech-Powered Solution for Canadian Small Biz Loans
51
Curated 3D Printed Boutiques
3D Printing Marketplace Formsfield Focuses on Quality Office Items
50
Media Behavior Infographics
These Detailed Graphics Reveal Just How Much Time We Spend Online
49
Personable Email Platforms
Crystal Analyzes Messages for Better E-Communication
48
Crowdfunded Local Food Platforms
Credibles Lets You Prepay for Food and Invest in Your Community
47
E-Commerce Equity Crowdfunding Sites
Alibaba Competitor JD.com Launched a Crowdfunding Platform
46
Mindful Web Marketplaces
The 'Mindful Market' Sells Conscious Products to Educate and Inspire
45
Dinner Party Services
Kitchit Offers a Customized Catered Meal and a Personal Chef at Your Home
44
Financial Innovation Hubs
CIBC is Partnering with MaRS to Launch a Corporate Innovation Space
43
Nostalgic Cookie Treats
These Limited Edition Brownie Batter Oreos Pair Chocolate with Chocolate
42
Product Launch Guides
Learn How to Pull Off an Epic Product Launch with This Handy Infographic
41
Synergized Management Platforms
Cloud-Based Vorex Supports Businesses with Organized Numbers
40
Curated Tourism Apps
Kate's Goodness Provides Picturesque Local Travel Tips
39
Music Exchange Markets
Mutrs Enables Fans to Become Investors of Their Favorite Indie Artists
38
Wearable Tech Rentals
Lumoid Lets You Test Drive with Their New Wearable Gear Rental Services
37
Robotic Real Estate Agents
This Real Estate Software Uses Artificial Intelligence to Predict Price
36
Room Rental Rate Tools
Startup Beyond Pricing Provides Automated Pricing for Airbnb Hosts
35
Anonymous Job Marketplaces
This Recruiting Service Helps Top Talent Find Their Dream Jobs Secretly
34
Massive Cloud Marketplaces
Ingram Micro Platform Helps Tech Resellers Take Advantage of the Cloud
33
Medical Lending Networks
Inventory System LendMed Helps Hospitals Keep Track of Shared Equipment
32
Crowd-Ranked Music Apps
This Music Discovery App Lets Listeners Invest in Their Favorite Artists
31
Soft Drink Dairy Makeovers
Coca-Cola Released a Line of Premium Milk Beverages with Extra Benefits
30
Free Accommodation Platforms
Home Swapping App NightSwapping Takes Money Out of the Equation
29
Social Acquisition Tools
Needls Helps Small Businesses Generate Leads with Social Media
28
Co-Working Rental Apps
The Croissant App Uses Beacons to Book Co-Working or Coffee Shop Spaces
27
Truck Stop Marketplaces
Trucker App RoadSwap Lets Drivers Participate in the Sharing Economy
26
Crowdsourced Algorithm Databases
Algorithmia is an Open Marketplace for Computer Algorithms
25
Local Car Rental Apps
Car Rental Marketplace Turo Makes Travel Less Stressful With More Options
24
Intuitive Business Platforms
Apttus' Automated Quote-to-Cash Service Simplifies B2B Transactions
23
Fraud-Preventing Platforms
Startup Smyte is Helping Small Businesses with Online Fraud Protection
22
Flexible E-Commerce Payments
Faspay and Bank Permata Permit Payment by Phone, ATM and More
21
Bluetooth Networking Apps
Surf Labs' LiNK App Uses Beacon Technology for Networking
20
Skill Exchange Accommodations
GigRove Lets Travelers Pay for Short-Term Accommodation with Chores
19
Rapid Real Estate Apps
The QuickBids App Lets Millennial Buyers Close the Deal Quickly
18
Drone Hiring Platforms
DroneBase Lets Commercial Clients Hire a Drone and Experienced Pilot
17
Inventor-Influencing Fundraising Sites
This Crowdfunding Community Encourages User Participation
16
Web Service Marketplaces
Elto Connects Small Business Owners with Web Professionals
15
Social Banking Transactions
ICICI Bank Lets You Perform Social Media Money Transfers via Twitter
14
Crypocurrency Crowdfunding Sites
The Beacon is Like Kickstarter for Raising Funds with Bitcoin
13
Flight Finding Marketplaces
Flightfox's Expert Service Guarantees You the Best Cheap Flights
12
Shoe Swap Platforms
The Skwag App Lets You Trade Old and New Pairs with Footwear Fanatics Nearby
11
Microtransaction Cryptocurrencies
NeuCoin is as a Bitcoin Alternative for Smaller Payments Online
10
Online Pop-Up Markets
'Tastemakr' Spotlights a Different Craft Food or Drink Every 24 Hours
9
Elusive Millennial Manuals
Christopher Anderson Explains How to turn Gen Y into Loyal Customers
8
Maximum Mileage Credit Cards
The United MileagePlus Explorer Card Offers 50,000 Bonus Miles
7
Voice Recognition Banking
The Offering From Icici Bank Enables Hands-Free Banking for Customers
6
Neighborly Shipping Services
This P2P Shipping Network App Lets Neighbors Transport Your Cargo
5
Flying Pizza Deliveries
Dominos Now Delivers Pizza by Plane to Small Caribbean Islands
4
Decentralized Cryptocurrency Carpool Apps
The La'Zooz Ridesharing Platform Runs on Digital Tokens
3
Nomadic Networking Platforms
CoNomads Connects Digital Nomads Interested In Co-Living Arrangements
2
Professional Messaging Apps
Caliber is a Business App to Connect Colleagues and New Contacts
1
Fashionable Brand Mergers
The Yoox and Net-a-Porter Partnership Strengthens Both Brands
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Viral K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Anua Hosted its 'City of Glow' Pop-Up in L.A.
Swedish Candy Pop-Ups
BUBS' Sweeteasy Brings Indulgent Candy Traditions to US Consumers
Next-Gen K-Beauty Pop-Ups
MUSKAT Hosted a Five Day Immersive Experience in L.A.
Grocery Bag Runway Accessory
The Marché Packable Tote Bag Boasts as a Grocery Chic Runway Bag
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Luxury Menswear Apparel Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton's Soho Pop-Up Showcases the Fall/Winter 2025 Vision
Vibrant Beauty Brand Pop-Ups
Gisou will Host an Immersive Miami-Style Pop-Up
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Bakery-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Clarins' Sweet Spot Activation Celebrates a Decade of Lip Comfort Oil
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Therapy-Inspired Retail Concepts
Okamura Reimagines Retail Therapy with the Kimochi Kiosk in 2025
Next-Gen Niche Perfumes
Top Scents Collection Spotlights Up-and-Coming Perfumers
Unique Festival Pop-Ups
Melo Matcha x Free People partner for a Festival-Ready Wellness Pop-Up
Nutrition-Forward Treat Shop Pop-Ups
Bloom Nutrition Hosted the Very Successful Treat Shoppe
Curated Store Concepts
A New Target Soho Store Opens in New York with Design-First Looks
House Party Pop-Ups
The Boots Beauty House Party Takes Guests Through a Beauty Routine
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Influencer-Driven Consumer Insight Tools
Brilli™ is a New Tool That Disrupts Food Research
Korean Skincare Celebrations
Innisfree Canada Launches Matcha Mart Pop-Up In Toronto
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Pop-Up Beauty Cafés
The Fenty Beauty Café Offers Free Drinks and Product Discovery
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Social-First Local Shopping Schemes
Shop Local by Tiktok Shop Makes Homegrown Goods Accessible
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
Temporary Design Pop-Ups
ORIGIN MADE Hosts a Pop-Up in Copenhagen's Historic Hotel D'Angleterre
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Lab-Inspired Skincare Pop-Ups
The Ordinary Immersive Experience Tackles Skincare Misinformation
Swedish-Style Kitchen Pop-Ups
IKEA House Warming Showcases Cooking & Eating Essentials
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Prescriptive Haircare Pop-Ups
The REHAB. Prescription Bar is Taking Over The Beauty Spot
Rebranded Tourism Solution Platforms
Clicktripz Rebrands itself to 'Tiki' with AI Ambassadors
European-Inspired Holiday Markets
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is Hosting a Holiday Market
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Real Estate Insights
Access Trends, Reports, And Tools For Smarter Decisions With PropTech Pulse
Window-Fashion Design Brand Celebrations
TWOPAGES Curtains Hosted a Special Brand Day
Freshness-Focused Perishable Goods Tools
Simbe Recently Enhanced Its Data Analytics Platform
Grocer-Inspired Installations
FREITAG Launches Mini Market Pop-Up at Dover Street Market Ginza
High-Profile Home Improvement Pop-Ups
VEVOR Celebrates Black Friday at Times Square
AI-Native Commerce Platforms
Glance AI Swaps Search for an Inspiration-Led Discovery Experience
Menopause-Friendly Online Aisles
Ocado Retail and GenM Launched an MTick-Certified Product Range
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Poetic Secondhand Campaigns
Depop's Where Taste Recognizes Taste Celebrates Style Doppelgangers
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Luxury Travel-Ready Summer Programming
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Debuts New Offerings
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
Black Beauty-Brand Pop-Ups
SheaMoisture will Host an Immersive Toronto Pop-Up at Stackt Market
Growth-Focused Beauty Pop-Ups
UKLASH's Self-Growth Studio Spotlights Multiple Dimensions of Growth
Lyrics-Inspired OOH Campaigns
Taskrabbit Interprets Pop Culture Songs for Summer Home Tasks
AI Agent Booking Systems
Fresha, Which Operates in Beauty & Wellness, Signals the Prevalence of AI
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
AI-Powered Grocery Apps
Tre'dish's Transparent Pricing Offers Real-Time, Geo-Targeted Comparisons
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Free Grocery Pop-Ups
The Polymarket is a Free Public Supermarket in New York City
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Personalized Home Shopping Platforms
MAiN Creates a 3D Model from a Single Image Using AI
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Nostalgic Branded Pop-Up Events
AriZona Iced Tea Launches a New York City Pop-Up Event
Anniversary-Celebrating Marketplace Events
eBay Inc. is Commemorating Its Thirtieth Anniversary
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Culinary Tradition Food Campaigns
The Merchant Gourmet 'Yes Chef!' Campaign is Running Now
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Trendy Private Label Launches
Kroger Unveils a Variety of Elevated Options for its Private Label
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs
PayPal's Tech-Chairs Upgrade the Classic Deckchair with Smart Features
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Tailored Food Flavor Solutions
The Kerry Smart Taste Platform Helps Manufacturers with Challenges
All-Hours Micro Markets
Healthy Smart Mart is Enticing Entrepreneurs with Its New Model
Online Luxury Lifestyle Shops
Quince Gourmet Food & Wines is Launching in Time for the Holidays
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Curated Eco-Conscious Gift Collections
Pine Heights Market Focuses on the Conscious Commerce Space
All-in-One Digital Dining Marketplaces
This OpenTable Marketplace is for Private and Group Dining
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Festival-Themed Retail Snack Campaigns
Kellanova Announced Flavour Fest ’25 in the UK
Foodie-Themed Singles Events
Knorr and Eventbrite are Connecting Singles in and Out of the Kitchen
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Startup Discovery Hubs
Launching.today Showcases New Projects from Entrepreneurs and Builders
Touchscreen Retail Ordering Systems
These New MicroTouch Products Help to Optimize Ordering
Christmasy Customer-Rewarding Retailer Campaigns
The One Stop 2025 Christmas Campaign Gives Back
Women-Focused Curated Pop-Up Experiences
tm:rw Introduces the Bloom Pop-Up Concept Until April 15
Exclusive Luxury Properties Previews
Home Team Luxury Rentals Debuts Coming Soon Properties
Conscious Shopping Assistants
Better Buy Reveals Product Risks And Suggests Healthier Alternatives
Interactive Packaging Content
SmartLinks Debuts a Self-Serve Platform for Product Packaging
Engagement Popup Builders
CookUp Creates Custom Popups To Make Your Product Impossible To Ignore
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Cultural Dining Discovery
AuthFoodMaps Helps Users Find Authentic Ethnic Restaurants Nearby
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
AI Market Research
Rocktangle Provides Fast, Actionable Market Insights for Smarter Decisions
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Marketing Discovery Tools
Marketer Tools Helps You Find Unique Solutions For Every Marketing Need
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Travel Discovery Platforms
bestin.city Helps Travelers Discover Top Attractions And Nearby Gems
Founder Marketing Resources
Better Marketing Blog Shares Practical Playbooks For Founders
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Transparency Driven Shoppers
Akeneo's 'PX Pulse' Highlights Demand For Clearer Product Details
Sizable Wholesale Marketplaces
Yiwugo.com Increases Procurement Activity in 2026
Startup Deal Platforms
Discover Hidden Startup Gems With Micro Deals This Black Friday
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Mobile App Templates
theappmarket Offers Ready-to-Use React Native Templates for Developers
Creator Collaboration Platforms
Talen Together Connects Creators With Brands For Sponsorships
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Digital Review Platforms
Digital Products Enables Simple Consumer Reviews & Brand Insights Online
Commission-Free Food Marketplaces
Lunchbox & OPA! Deliver Alternative to Third-Party Marketplaces
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Distraction-Free App Hubs
Explore Minimalist Digital Apps for Focus With Minimal Market
Accessible Summertime Retailer Refreshments
The Latest Tesco Summer Food Range Has Over 230 Items
Art Market Platforms
Arty Traders Provides Data-Driven Art Valuation And Market Insights
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Prediction Market Integrations
Polymarket and Parti.com Embedded Live Trading Into Livestreams
Nightlife Insight Tools
Up 2 Tonight Shows Real-Time Crowd Info To Help Plan Your Night Out
High-Profile Festive Marketplace
Naturally New York Launches the Second Annual Holiday Bazaar
Startup Insight Platforms
App Stacks Reveals App Stories, Tech Stacks, And Builder Insights
Digital Furniture Showcases
The Canton Fair is Hosting Its March Industry Thematic Event
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Search Insight Platforms
Keyword Research Tool Delivers Fast SEO Insights With No Signup
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub