The top 2018 Baby Boomer trends offer a look into the way fulfillment and retirement is being redefined by aging consumers, particularly when it comes to participating in youth-oriented activities. This is exemplified by everything from adventurous travel services, festival experiences expressly catered to older demographics, mature modeling agencies and active retirement plans.
Some of the other innovations that have been introduced for consumers ages 50 and up include at-home fitness services and early dining specials, both of which acknowledge convenience is a priority for this busy age group.
Thanks to a range of innovative, easy-to-use and intuitive devices, Baby Boomers are now carving out their own niches as influencers, beauty gurus, travel experts and bloggers in the online world and beyond.
For more Baby Boomer trends in the year ahead, check out Trend Hunter's 2019 Trend Report.
Top 30 Baby Boomer Trends in 2018
From Rewarding Life Campaigns to Early Dining Promotions:
Laura McQuarrie — Jan 27, 2019 — Life-Stages
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Single-Storey Contemporary Rural Homes
kt814 Architecture Produces an Elongated Wooden House
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Beautiful Contemporary Desert Homes
Wendell Burnette Architects' Design is Located on a Hilly Site
28
Boomer-Headed Streetwear Editorials
Supreme Taps into Boomer Model Maye Musk for a Fashion Shoot
27
Cosmetic Microtreatment Bars
Alchemy 43 is a Chain Specializing in Anti-Aging Injections
26
Tech-Savvy Elderly Influencers
Baddie Winkle is a Social Media Influencer and Famous Model
25
Stylish Boomer-Focused Fashion Collections
KITH x Bergdorf Goodman Release Their Luxe Fifth Range
24
Age-Defying Modelling Agencies
SILVER's Roaster of Silver Models is Exceptional and Inspirational
23
Age-Defying Luxe Fashion Projects
This Helmut Lang Campaign Boldly Breaks Generation Barriers
22
Exclusively Mature Modeling Agencies
Russian Modeling Agency Oldushka Specializes in Mature Talent
21
Age-Positive Lifestyle Blogs
Alternative Ageing Boasts Mature Fashion, Beauty and Travel Content
20
Retirement Theme Parks
Zest Communities Plans to Bring Seniors an Active Retirement Plan
19
Next-Generation Hearing Aid Devices
Starkey Hearing Technologies' Livio AI is Multi-Functional
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In-Home Personal Training Services
Vintage Fitness Builds Specialized Programs for Individuals 50+
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Fashionable Urban Shopper Trolleys
pinqponq Turns the Knob on Irony with Its Latest Offering
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Luxury-Minded Retirement Residences
Waterstone at the Circle Encourages Urban Senior Living
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Connected Hearing Aid Devices
Oticon's HearingFitness is Centered Around Health Improvement
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Cruise Ship Retirement Plans
Mama Lee Wachstetter Enjoys the Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Cruises
13
Unapologetic Photograph Exhibitions
Charlie Engman's Mom Photo Celebrates Kathleenn McCain Engman
12
Portable Natural Cooling Devices
The Menopod Brings a Solution for Hot Flashes to Consumers
11
Boomer Home-Trading Platforms
'Home Exchange 50 Plus' Lets Boomers Travel While Living Like Locals
10
Boomer-Friendly Wellness Festivals
Quaker Rise & Thrive Supports Those Interested in Healthy Aging
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Retirement Real Estate Platforms
55places.com is a Web Database for Retirement Community Housing
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Early Dining Promotions
Red Lobster is Offering 'Early-Dining Specials' from 11AM to 6PM
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Boomer-Oriented Social Clubs
Boomers Rock Enhances the Retirement Experience for Its Members
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Savory Medical Cannabis Pretzels
Auntie Delores' Savory Pretzels are a Low-Calorie Edible
5
Retiree Money Management Seminars
Financial Engines' Live Events Help Retires Save Smarter
4
Carbon Fiber Rocking Horses
the Cheval Noir Children’s Rocking Horse is a modern readaption
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Boomer Travel Agencies
'Road Scholar' Organizes Trips Geared Toward Older Travelers
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Rewarding Life Campaigns
Sunlife's Welcome to Life After 50 Gives Boomers an Enjoyable Retirement
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Boomer-Specific Tour Agencies
Funtrek Tours Supplies Canadian Seniors with Unique Experiences
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Senior-Targeted Beers
Beck's 70+ is a Bitter Beer Exclusively for Mature Drinkers
Boomer Cannabis Campaigns
The 'I'm High Right Now' Campaign Promotes Cannabis Use Among Boomers
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Uplifting Gen Z Fashion
Boohoo & Pantone Created a Collection for Mental Health Awareness Month
Parenthood Beer Campaigns
Coors Light Celebrates Parents with 'Cheers to Parenthood' Campaign
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
Teen Self-Care Collections
H&M Beauty is Launching a Gen Z-Focused Skincare and Body Care Range
Anti-Loyalty Memberships
Dis-Loyalty Actively Rewards Members for Exploring New Destinations
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Heated QSR Anniversary Campaigns
Burger King Brazil Celebrates Milestone with a New Campaign
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Cozy Luxury Winter Campaigns
The Burberry Winter 2023 Campaign Has Launched
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Rejuvenating Springtime Cosmetics
The Tree Hut In Bloom Collection Has New and Returning Favorites
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Suggestive Spread Campaigns
The Marmite First Timers Campaign Targets Gen Z
Opulent Baby Expansive Collections
Louis Vuitton Presents its First Baby Collection
Age-Inclusive Collaborative Streetwear
LL Bean Joins Forces with BEAMS on a Capsule for SS23
Empowering Clean Beauty Campaigns
Babe Original Celebrates Individuality with 'Originally You'
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Senior-Friendly Snacks
These Packaged Snacks Speak to the Needs of Senior Snackers
Anniversary-Honoring Vintage Drinkware
Starbucks and Disney Join Forces on a New Collection
Multi-Benefit Beauty Sticks
BOOM! Beauty Supports Maturing and Menopausal Skin
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
Togetherness Seltzer Campaigns
White Claw's Grab Life By The Claw Targets the Loneliest Generation
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Birthday Beauty Gifts
Sephora's 2024 Birthday Gift Options Have Been Revealed
Rugged Legacy Beer Campaigns
Coors Banquet Reinvigorates Start Your Legacy Campaign
Modern-Day Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton Invites Gisele Bündchen for 'Horizons Never End'
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Summer-Themed Cafe Rewards Games
The Starbucks Summer Game: Adventure Awaits is Interactive
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Maturity-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
Kachorovska Recently Launched Its Fall/winter 2023-24 Campaign
Adult Anti-Aging Skincare Brands
'Boomer Babe Beauty' Offers a Curated Anti-Aging Collection
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Longevity-Boosting Frozen Meals
Blue Zones Kitchens Makes the Blue Zone Diet Accessible
Discounted Cafe Drink Promotions
Starbucks Yay Day is Happening in November for Rewards Members
Gen X Candy Campaigns
Klondike's Bar-cade Campaign Engages Gen X Consumers
Playful Gen Z Bubble Tea Campaigns
Krak Boba Launches Innovative PersonaliTEA Campaign
Nonprofit-Backed Senior Social Apps
'Senior Planet Community' is Supported by the AARP for Seniors
AI Party Planners
"The Generager" by Three Olives Vodka Launches Custom Party Themes & Concepts
Retro Family Photoshoots
Blue Bunny is Inviting Families to Pop-Up 90s-Themed Photoshoots
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Adult Breakfast Clubs
Aldi Launched a Breakfast Club for Adults to Provide Support & Sustenance
Affordable Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Embraces the Theme of '90s Throwback Pricing
Oceanic Family Activity Programs
The 'Camp at Sea Program' from Celebrity Cruises is All-Inclusive
Progressive Traveler Programs
Ennismore Upgrades its Existing Loyalty Offerings to Include 'Drops'
Reformulated Skincare Rebrands
Bath & Body Works Underwent a Large-scale Shift to Cleaner Products
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Themed Party Generators
Drizly's Party Theme Generator 3000 Helps with Hosting Themed Parties
Rolling Paper Apparel Collections
The Zig-Zag Vintage Collection Pays Homage to the Brand's Legacy
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
Influencer Snack Bar Campaigns
Nature Valley Launches a Social-Oriented Digital Marketing Campaign
Senior Self-Care Campaigns
L'Oreal Paris is Celebrating the Aging Consumer with 'Age Perfect'
Wholesome Accessible Kids Foods
Good & Gather Baby and Toddler Foods are Well-Priced
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
At-Home Healthcare Technologies
Best Buy Health and PwC Strategy& are Making Care More Accessible
All-Inclusive Family Resorts
The Tyler Place Family Resort Encourages Families to Play Together
Biotech Longevity Memberships
Tally Health Members Get Biological Age Tests Every Three Months
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Digital-First Kitchen Collections
So Yummy by bella Products Come with Access to 100+ Recipes
Gen Z-Supporting Benefit Policies
Chipotle Launches a New Benefits Program for its Gen Z Employees
Senior-Friendly Shopping Days
Walgreens Seniors Day Supports Safe & Supportive Shopping
Generation-Uniting Family Vacations
Backroads Crafts Vacations for Parents with Adult Children
Empowering Movie Industry Dolls
Mattel's 2024 Career of the Year Barbies Celebrate Women in Film
Dedicated Mobile Fitness Apps
SilverSneakers GO Helps Older Consumers Stay Fit in 2024
Simplified Loyalty Programs
CVS Pharmacy Adds Two More Membership Tiers to its Reward Program
Halloween-Themed QSR Meal Containers
McDonald's Boo Buckets are Back in Several New Styles
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
Senior-Focused Wellness Platforms
Mirabelle Launches a New AI-Powered Fitness Hub for Seniors
Multigenerational Destination Tours
Sita World Tours Crafts its Tours to Suit Multiple Age Groups
Millennial Homeowner Hubs
The Home Depot's New Homeowners Hub Equips Millennials with Resources
Experiential Gift Registries
Nabu is a Gift Registry Platform to Give Kids Memorable Experiences
Youth Art Campaigns
Sun Bum Taps Into the Gen Alpha Market with an Innovative Art Contest
Gen Z Advertising Tools
YouTube Launches a New Music Tool to Connect Advertisers with Gen Z
Branded Rest Stops
Kinder Bueno's Summer Gets Bueno Program Includes a Special Destination
Peer-to-Peer Conversation Campaigns
JOYBA's Real Tea, Real Talk Supports Mental Health in Youth
Celebrity-Backed Fragrance Ads
Axe Targets Generation Z with its New Star-Studded Campaign
Accessible Seasonal Celebration Products
These Target Holiday Products are Priced at $5 or Less
Boomer-Targeted Luxury Resorts
Palm Lake Resort Yamba Cove Sets New Benchmark for Baby Boomers
Age-Inclusive Father's Day Campaigns
Brooks Brothers' Latest Campaign Celebrates Dads
Perimenopause Coaching Programs
Wingwoman Supports Millennials' Reproductive Health Journey
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
Festival Hydration Drink Campaigns
This Electrolit Activation Will Be at Music Festivals in 2023
Active Young Adult Getaways
Butterfield & Robinson's Young Adult Departures are Engaging
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
AR Voter Campaigns
Snapchat & the Dutch Ministry Engaged and Inspired Gen Z Voters
Youth Culture Telecom Campaigns
Deutsche Telekom's Summer Campaign Connects with Gen Z
Joy-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
Ulta Beauty Launches the Joy Project, a Ground-Breaking Study
Transparent Healthcare Campaigns
Kaiser Permanente Aims to Support the Modern Aging Consumer
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Gen Z Basketball Campaigns
Rivalry Unites with Basketball Forever for a Gen Z-Focused NBA Campaign
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Celebratory Throwback Restaurant Menus
The Outback Steakhouse Boomerang Menu Has Seven Options
Retirement Finance Apps
Udeshi Financial Unveils P.R.I.D.E. Framework for Those in Retirement
AI Boomer Mentor Programs
Eldera is Connecting Baby Boomers with Kids Who Need Mentors
Happiness-Prioritizing QSR Campaigns
Dave & Buster's Launches the 'Adult Unlearn' Summer Campaign
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Lifestyle-Conscious Cannabis Products
Trailblazer Cannabis Products Have Been Relaunched
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Elevated In-Flight Menus
Delta Airlines Enhances its Onboard Experiences with Upgraded Menus
Curated Vintage Decor Retailers
Vintage Beyond is Toronto's Newest Preloved Design Destination
Energetic Filtered Water Campaigns
Brita's Taste Over Everything Campaign is Youthful & Optimistic
Growth-Inspired Spring-Ready Fashion
FACETASM's Coming of Age Capsule Readies for SS24
Comforting Oat Bar Ads
Humanaut Launches a Campaign for Bobo's, Highlighting Home-Baked Taste
Pizza-Themed Beer Promotions
This Old Golden Hen Promotion Offers Wood-Fired Pizza Ovens
Multigenerational European Tours
Road Scholar's 'Exploring Copenhagen' Package is for Families
Enriching Senior Initiatives
Ogilvy Shanghai Debuts a Seniors Initiative Called 'Morning Shanghai'
Opulent Traveler Rewards
Bank Of America Rewards Program Adds Experiential Perks for its Customers
Complimentary Meal Military Promotions
This Fourth of July Promotion Rewards Military Members
Community-Driven Boba Ratings
Best Boba Offers a Fresh Take on Milk Tea Rating Systems
Expressive Piercing Campaigns
The New Visual Identity for Pierced by Claire's Targets Gen Zalpha
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Temporary Retirement Sweepstakes
Coors Light is Helping Adults to Experience the Retiree Life
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Low-Cost Cosmetic Retailer Expansions
Dollar General is Rolling Out a New Beauty Layout
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Senior-Friendly Pride Campaigns
misterb&b and Les Audacieuses et Les Audacieux Target Seniors
Live Boomer-Focused Conventions
Baby Boomers Expo is a Convention for Boomers to Party and Explore
Boomer-Focused Voter Advertisements
Perth Creatives Launch the New Groom-a-Boomer Voting Campaign
Experiential Workplace Rewards
Bondly Has Over 300 Experiences for Employers to Reward the Team
Parent-Focused TV Campaigns
NatureFresh's TV Campaign Explores How Active Parenting Benefits Kids
Presidential Note Campaigns
Joe Biden Launches a New Boomer-Focused Campaign Using the Notes App
Back-to-School Loyalty Sweepstakes
The Good Rewards Anniversary Sweepstakes is Launching Now
Boomer-Style Rent Giveaways
Koala Introduces the 'Boomer Blocker' Initiative for Australians