The top Aril 2017 customization ideas cover a range of products, services and businesses that pride themselves on offering unique options for each and every consumer.
In the realm of fashion, retailers are now exploring the use of in-store 3D printing technologies, as exemplified by adidas' 'Knit for You' pop-up shop and Ministry of Supply's 3D knitting machines, which produce custom garments in a matter of hours.
A number of notable examples that hint at the future of customization come from the culinary world. While researchers and scientists are developing ways to print with cheese, restaurants and bars are exploring the use of bespoke garnishes created with additive manufacturing.
On a broad scale, innovations of these kinds show the potential for every single product to be tailored to a consumer's exact specifications without exorbitant costs.
Top 35 Customization Ideas in April
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Consistently Searching for Creative Ideas
Sr Director of Marketing at IMAGEN Brands, Jenny Straub
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Interchangeable Jewelry Sandals
The 'CLOS' Magnetic Sandals Allow Accessories to be Swapped
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Nitro Coffee Carts
Warbler Coffee Roasting's Mobile Drinks Cart Sells Nitro Beverages
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Bespoke Sports Cars
AD Tramontana's Custom Sports Car Can Be Made with 3D-Printed Parts
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DIY Jewelry Kits
The Bijou Factory's Kits Help to Create Custom Necklaces, Bracelets and More
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Gourmet Bus Tours
Willer Travel's Open-Top Bus Pairs Tourism and Food Made Locally
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3D-Printed Athletic Wear
Adidas 'Knit for You' Custom-Fitted Sweatshirts are Ready in Four Hours
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3D-Printed Cheeses
Scientists are Experimenting with Additive Manufacturing and Dairy Products
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Custom Sports Drink Pods
Gatorade Gx is a New System for Providing Personalized Sports Drinks
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Portable Liquid-Cooled PC Consoles
The Corsair One Pro Compact Gaming PC Can Go with You Anywhere
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Customized 3D-Printed Sandals
The Wiivv 3D-Printed Custom Sandals are Stylish and Comfortable
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Interchangeable Aesthetic Speakers
The V-MODA Remix Bluetooth Speaker Amplifier is Dual-Purpose
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Custom Control Smart Devices
The 'Welle' Hardware Turns Any Surface into a Smart Interface
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Branded Engagement Experiences
Disney's Fairy Tale Service Helps Visitors Create Lasting Memories
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Aggressively Upgraded SUVs
The Startech Maserati Levante is a New Luxury SUV with Several Upgrades
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In-Store 3D Knitting Machines
At Ministry of Supply, Consumers Can Create 3D-Printed Blazers
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Personalized Nutrition Plans
Habit Reveals Nutrition-Related Biology to Help People Eat Better
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DIY Milkshake Cups
Takara Tomy A.R.T.S.' 'Squeeze and Shaken' Makes Custom Dessert Shakes
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Mixology-Inspired Fragrance Sets
The Scents in Commodity's 'Cocktail Kit' are Meant to Be Layered
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Internet Media Coffees
Buzzfeed 'Tasty' is Now Selling Branded Products
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Snack-Decorating Machines
John Adams' 'Chocolate Sprinkle Stix' Makes Custom Stick Snacks
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3D-Printed Croutons
Melisse Serves Its Onion Soup with an Intricate, Richly Textured Crouton
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Animated Video Editing Apps
Apple Clips Offers Fun Ways to Enhance Videos for Sharing with Friends
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3D-Printed Drink Garnishes
Matthew Biancaniello Enhances Cocktail Garnishes with Shapely Designs
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DIY Layer Cakes
Washington Bakery Mel and Mia's Offers a Build-Your-Own Cake Option
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Custom Horse Hair Cars
The Vilner Design Mustang GT Features Real Mustang Leather and Hair
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Wireless Self-Leveling Printers
The G3D T-1000 3D Printer Systems Ensure Even Printed Projects
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Anchoring in the Future
Frank Spencer, Founder, Creative Director, and Principal at Kedge
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Online Transaction Card Apps
The 'Privacy' App Creates Custom Online Payment Cards
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Custom Schedule Smart Plugs
The PureGear 'PureSwitch' Outlet Plugs are HomeKit-Enabled
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Delivery-Specific Pizza Crusts
Pieology's PieRise Thick Crust is Optimized for Takeout & Delivery
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Gaming to Innovate
Roger Mendez, Principal at Propeller Insights
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Personalized Meal Boxes
KFC India's 'I-Box' Provides a Printed Selfie in One's Likeness
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Scoring No-Fee Banking Services
The 'Ellipses' Online Banking Service Scores Users on Spending
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Custom Online Domain Platforms
'Clearalias' Provides Secure Custom Domains for Web Platforms
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Fast-Food-Inspired Bag Designs
New York Knicks Players Create Custom Chipotle To-Go Bags
Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Custom Tattoo Generators
AI Tattoo Creator Instantly Designs Unique Tattoos With Ease
Automotive Twin Timepieces
Porsche Designs Watches That Mirror Its 911 GT3 Models
Hyper-Personalized Homepages
Saks Global Created a Homepage Experience Unique to Every Customer
Pick-N-Mix Skincare Pop-Ups
Weleda's Skin Food Glow Studio Spotlights Customizable Skincare
AI-Backed Sneaker Design Platforms
Nike Introduces the AIRImagination Platform of Design
Ramen Embroidery Bags
The Cup Noodles UNIQLO Embroidery Adds DIY Patches to Clothing
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Custom QSR Fashion
The KFC Tailor Made Couture Turns Fried Chicken Texture into Wearable Design
3D-Printed Football Boots
Adidas Unveiled a 3D-Printed Football Boot Through Project R.A.P.
Custom 3D-Printed Basketball Shoes
adidas Revealed New Project R.A.P. Silhouette
Beaded Beverage Carriers
Six Specialty Drinks are Coming to McDonald's This Spring
Personalization-Focused Retail Concepts
Golden Goose Opens in NYC's Meatpacking District
Fan-Created Menu Items
Creative Customer Orders Inspired the Taco Bell Fan Style Menu
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
3D-Printed Coffee Shops
A First-of-Its-Kind 3D-Printed Starbucks is Coming to Brownsville
Giant Custom Inflatables
Creatable Inflatables Designs Eye-Catching Structures for Brand Exposure
Novel Robotic Vending Machines
Sweet Robo Presents ChocoPrint™ at the 2026 CES Event
Millennial Pink-Inspired Apparel
UNIQLO Features Practical Spring Pieces in Signature Pink Hues
30-Second Nail Printers
30 Sec Nails Rapidly Prints Custom Graphics Directly onto Nails
Graphic Tech Accessories
Diesel x CASETiFY Spring 2026 Collab Has Cases with Bold Branding
3D Printed Shoe Platforms
Fitasy Makes Custom-Fit 3D Printed Shoes More Affordable & Accessible
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Vision-Based AI Fridges
Samsung Will Unveil the Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub at CES 2026
Bespoke AI-Crafted Fragrances
Outlaw’s Bespoke Scent Builder Blends AI Design with Human Touch
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Sustainable 3D-Printed Packaging Lines
APC Packaging's Adapte Collection is Innovative
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Bespoke Handbag Services
Kurt Geiger One-of-A-Kind Lets Customers Make a Mini Kensington Their Own
Generative AI Retail Strategies
Kroger & Google Cloud Enhance Growth and Personalization
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Chromatic AI Food Printers
The iKoffy EdiBot Prints Edible Designs in Full Color
Made-to-Mix Fragrances
The Fragrance Bar Makes It Easy to Create Layered Personal Scents
Personalized Jewelry Cuffs
kWIT Jewelry's Name Drop Cuff is Eye-Catching and Chic
Takeout-Style Serum Sets
Glow Hub’s Skin Sips to Go are Packaged Like Cups in a Carrier
Smart Recipe Generators
EasyChef Instantly Turns Ingredients Into Personalized Meal Ideas
Spatial Computing Kitchen Designers
Lowe's Style Studio Helps People Design with Apple Vision Pro
Customizable Cafe Drink Menus
The Official Starbucks Secret Menu is Available on the Brand's App
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Next Generation Art Designs
Apple Designers of Tomorrow Presents New Talent at Design Miami Paris
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Experimental Beverage Pop-Ups
Nespresso's The Recipe Remix Shares Unusual Flavor Combos
GenAI Marketplaces
Arcade Turns Ideas into Purchasable Products with the Aid of GPT Image 1
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Creative Playlist Generators
Spotify AI Playlist Turns Ideas Into Personalized Music Experiences
AI-Powered Timepiece Design Tools
The Swatch AI-Dada Tool Lets Users Think Up Any Design
AI-Powered Styling Experiences
Gensmo and Fabrique are Changing How People Get Dressed
Customizable At-Home Nail Solutions
KISS Products Inc. Has Introduced Its Spring 2025 Lineup
AI-Powered T-Shirt Customization Platforms
TeeDIY Debuts an AI-Powered Website for 2026
Creative Store Retail Expansions
Michaels Debuts the Knit & Sew Shop and the Party Shop
3D-Printed Custom Assistive Devices
Makegood Relies on 3D Tech to Build Custom Assistive Devices
Tattoo Creation Tools
Tattoo AI Maker Generates Custom Tattoo Designs Using AI Prompts
AI Podcast Generators
Podcustom Creates Custom AI-Driven Podcasts From User Prompts Efficiently
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
Custom Painted Handbag Events
Bark Jacobs by Marc Jacobs Kicked Off with an Exclusive Soiree
AI Styling Technology
Zelig Transforms Fashion Retail Experiences with Smart Recommendations
Branded Packaging Solutions
Custom Packaging Enhances Product Presentation And Brand Identity
Personalized Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Le Fizz by Ghia is Available in Limited-Edition Packaging
Website-Based Restaurant Customizations
The 'Wix Restaurant Experiences' Enables Unique Dining
Custom Pull-Out Drawers
Art of Drawers Focuses on Expanding Access in the Home or Workplace
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Customizable Nail Polish Kits
Blank Beauty Offers a Build-A-Box Bundle Option
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
VR-Powered Design Platforms
Mondän Bridges the Gap Between DIY Styling and High-End Customization
Custom-Color Hair Systems
Zuvi Introduced ColorBox For Easy and On-Demand Home Dyeing
Personal Listening Experiences
Spotify Showcases its Consumer-First Approach at Elevate Festival
AI Checkout Kiosks
Retailers Embrace AI Vision To Speed Self-Checkout Lines
Personalized Home Shopping Platforms
MAiN Creates a 3D Model from a Single Image Using AI
Sharable DIY Food Kits
The Spice & Tea Exchange Expands Its Create & Share Kits
Custom Holiday Gifting Sets
Re:bloom Infusions Focuses on Personalization This Season
3D-Printed Storefront Systems
lululemon and Aectual Roll Out the Store's New 3D-Printed Ceilings
Personalized 3D Print Styles
MIT's MechStyle Ensures Structural Integrity for 3D Models
Integrated AI shopping
David’s Bridal Integrates Products into ChatGPT and Copilot
AI-Powered Wedding Planning Experiences
Make It Yours by The Knot Recommends Vendors with AI
In-Store DIY Packaging Stations
Taco Bell UK is Uniquely Supporting Circular Fashion Sellers
Unique Co-Designed Capsules
Etsy Partners With WNBA Players for The 'Icon Collection'
Supermarket Temporary Tattoos
Aldi's Specialbuy Temporary Tattoos Take After Favorite Items
Virtual Styling Tools
Outfits AI Lets Users Explore Endless Outfit Possibilities Instantly
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Reprogrammable Surface Printing Devices
MIT ChromoLCD Turns Surfaces Into Rewritable Canvases
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Trendy Private Label Launches
Kroger Unveils a Variety of Elevated Options for its Private Label
AI Recipe Generators
Recipe AI Creates Custom Recipes Based On Available Ingredients
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs
Swapz Modular Slippers Redefine Comfort with Style & Eco Design
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Holiday-Theme Footwear Capsules
Footwear Brand AUTRY Uses AI to Generate its Holiday Campaign
Experiential Clog Stores
The New York City Crocs Icon Concept Centers on Personalization
AI Style Consultants
StyleAdviceAI Provides Personalized Fashion and Beauty Guidance
Smart Kitchen Appliance Upgrades
KitchenAid Introduces Artisan Plus Stand Mixer with New Features
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Smart Meal Planning
Kitchen Savvy App Uses AI To Personalize Recipes And Save Time
AI-Powered Sampling Experiences
Swish is Revolutionizing How Consumers Try New Products
3D-Printed Colorful Vessels
Olivier Van Herpt Creates New Machined Vessels with a Painted Look
AI-Powered Menu Recommendations
SpotOn's Picked for You Feature Helps Restaurants Boost Revenue
Motion Liquid Art Distortions
The Lidris Robot Creates Edible Illustrations Directly Inside Drinks
Glow-in-the-Dark Device Skins
Ddbrand Circuit Board Skins Share a Realistic 3D-Printed Pattern
3d-Printed Retail Suitcases
The 3d Printed Suitcase Reframes Retail as Human-Centred Experience
Customizable Retailer Printing Services
Morrisons Printing Service Covers Photos, Gifts and More
Expanded Wellness Retail Assortments
Target Added 30% More Wellness Products to Its Shelves
Personalized Gift Ideas
Perfect Gifts Provides Tailored Gift Ideas for Every Occasion
Premium Dispensing Solutions
Aptar Beauty Unveiled New On-Shelf Dispensing Systems
Customizable Faucet Programs
Dornbracht Spotlights Its New Dornbracht Atelier Program
Customized Mom-Inspired Figurines
Funko POP! Yourself is Launching in Europe for Mother's Day
Expansive Private Label Housewares
These New In-House Michaels Brands Have More than 700 Items
Personalized Recipe Generators
MyCookAi Creates Recipes Based On Your Ingredients And Preferences
Custom Year Wrap-Ups
Your Wrapped Lets You Create Fun, Customizable Year-End Summaries
Custom Party Shoes
Converse and Charli XCX Lets Fans Personalize Chuck Taylors in a Brat Aesthetic
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
Bridal-Focused Retail Concepts
David’s Bridal Seeks to Redefine Bridal Shopping
Instant Commerce Dessert Drops
Gopuff Launches Selena Gomez’s Exclusive Ice Cream Bars
Engagement Popup Builders
CookUp Creates Custom Popups To Make Your Product Impossible To Ignore
AI-Powered Apparel Manufacturing Solutions
CreateMe Technologies Aims to Expand Its Solutions
Personalized News Podcasts
CustomPod Delivers Custom Daily News Briefings from Trusted Sources
Custom Transfer Printing Services
DesignBundles' DTFPrinter Targets for Crafters, Creatives & More
Accessory Adorned Caps
Simone Giertz's Patch Cap Turns One's Head into a Mobile Organizer
Fashionable Hospitality Aprons
JClark Designed Reimagines Aprons for Cafés and Restaurants
Custom Travel Stickers
Your Travel Stickers Lets You Create Personalized Travel-Themed Stickers
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Personalized Nutrition Assistants
Cheffie Customizes Meals And Menus Based On Your Dietary Needs
Patient-Specific Surgical Instruments
CustoMED Launches 3D-Printed Patient-Specific Instruments
Retail AI Assistants
Retail AI Council Develops AI Tailored to Industry-Specific Needs
In-House Screen Printing Services
Brewery Branding Co. Strategically Shifts Its Business Model
Customized Confectionery Coatings
The Parker Food Group Announced New Food Coatings
Hybrid Party Retailers
Staples and Party City combine event supplies with print services in-store
Digital Craft Platforms
The Apple and Design Miami Collaboration Explores Creative Innovation
Designer-Led Crafting Kits
Michaels Launches the All-New Jonathan Adler Collection
DIY Inspiration Apps
Daily DIY Reminder App Delivers Creative Upcycling Ideas And Reminders
Small-Scale Restaurant Catering Options
Chipotle Build-Your-Own Offers an Easy Option for Groups
Personalized Capsule Supplements
Art of You Launches a Personalized Capsule Machine
Custom News Feeds
AnythingFeed Lets You Build And Share Custom News Feeds Together Today
Revolutionized Automotive Customization
Bentley's Bespoke Studio Mulliner Pushes Personalization
Fully Customized Coolers
Igloo Custom Lets Customers Personalize Their 7-Quart Little Playmate
Custom Delivery Displays
Dynamic Delivery Date Provides Customizable Delivery Info On Shopify