The most popular August 2014 business ideas represent a growing consumer demand for convenience and affordability. While the presence of niche subscription services is still very strong, businesses are also expanding in the services and products they offer on a rental basis.
Thanks to a new service called 'Vow To Be Chic,' bridesmaids no longer need to stress over the cost of their outfit for their best friend's special day. The service offers chic ensembles for weddings that can be worn the day of and returned shortly after.
Similarly, 'Pley' is service that lets parents rent LEGO toys for their children. For $15 a month, subscribers can have new sets of LEGO delivered to their home every month and picked up at the end.
Delivery services like beer and grilled cheese sandwiches are also becoming the norm.
Trend Hunter's Business Trend Report offers more examples and more research for the top August 2014 business ideas.
Top 85 Business Ideas in August
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Beach Library Installations
Herman Kompernas Promotes Reading by the Bulgarian Black Sea
82
Responsive Fitting Room Booths
Urban Research's Wearable Clothing is Portable and Interactive
81
Seemingly Rude Greetings
FINCHandHARE'S Hilarious Greeting Cards Appear Mean but Are Rather Kind
80
Books on T-Shirts
Litographs Creates Stunning Graphic Designs Using Only Text and Color
79
Mysterious Crowdfunding Campaigns
Jordan Bishop's Product Launch on Crowdtilt is for the Unknown
78
Fox Den Window Displays
This Vibrant Hermes Window Display Shows a Fox at Home
77
Deconstructed Denim Editorials
The Madewell Denim Lookbook Features Models Dressed in Skinny Jeans
76
Unconventional Shop Displays
Fendi's Designer Pop-Up Shop Displays Include Vending Machines
75
Sweet Selfie Deliveries
Founder James Middleton Says Boomf's Next Step is Tricycle Delivery
74
Archery Themed Credentials
These Unique Business Cards Transform Into a Working Bow and Arrow
73
Sign Language Eateries
Signs Restaurant in Toronto is Meant to Create Jobs for Deaf Individuals
72
Men-Only Shopping Services
Selfridges' Personal Shopping Service Caters Specifically to Men
71
Shopping Survey Tablets
Co-operative Food's Smart Shopping Cart Asks Customers for Feedback
70
Hi-Tech Coffee Chains
A Concept Tim Hortons Store Proposes a Hi-Tech New Design and Coffee Beer
69
Printed Photo Subscriptions
Timeshel's Picture Printing Service Helps You Document Every Moment
68
LED Lettuce Operations
The Mirai Co. Lettuce Farm Uses Special Lighting to Optimize Plant Growth
67
Beer Delivery Services
Steam Whistle Now Has a Free Home Delivery Option for Torontonians
66
Health Food Shopping Rewards
This Insurance Policy Offers Monetary Healthy Eating Incentives
65
Food Service Grievances
Consumer Reports Compiled an Infographic of Common Restaurant Complaints
64
Disappearing Family Businesses
Carl Corey Captures a World Dominated by Big-box Retailers
63
Communal Rental Services
Rentinue's Rental Directory Helps You Find and Locate Items for Rent
62
Marriage Proposal Resumes
Catherine Pelletier Likens Applying to the Right Job to Engagements
61
Drink Pre-Ordering Apps
Starbucks' Mobile App Will Soon Let You Order and Pay in Advance
60
Novelist Twitter Confessions
Working on My Novel by Cory Arcangel is Full of Insights
59
Beauty Subscription Shops
Birchbox's Subscription Service Experience Now Takes the Form of a Shop
58
Lager Vending Machines
The DraftServ Beverage Vending Machine Lets the Consumers Be the Bartender
57
Shocked Mannequins
This Japanese Mannequin's Jaw Drops as Part of a Summer Sale Announcement
56
Mobile Digital Wallets
CU Wallet is a Hi-Tech Credit Union Commerce Tool Targeting Millenials
55
Luxury Credit Memberships
Magnises Credit Card is Designed for Youthful Age Groups
54
At-Home Call Center Platforms
Kallfly's Call Center Service Platform Can Be Operated from Home
53
Redesigned Bibles
Bibliotheca by Adam Lewis Greene Makes the Text Easier to Read
52
2020 Workplace Infographics
Website Top 10 Online Colleges Visualizes Valuable Future Work Skills
51
Realistic Retail Mannequins
JC Penny's Retail Display Mannequins Reflect Diverse Body Types
50
Creative Hiring Infographics
This ‘10 Step Guide to Hiring a Designer’ Infographic is Helpful
49
Professional Networking Apps
LinkedIn's Connected App Strengthens Business Relationships
48
Toy Rental Services
Pley Lets People Rent LEGO Sets Instead of Buying Them
47
Influencer Summer Camps
Spark Camp is a Casual Conference for World's Brightest Minds
46
Discounted Ingredient Apps
A Dutch App Tracks Supermarket Deals and Offers Inexpensive Recipes
45
Hi-Tech Sandwich Carts
The Melt's SmartBox is Like an Oven on Wheels to Keep Grilled Cheese Hot
44
Social Shopping Apps
The Fun Feature on Alibaba's Tmall App Tags Visible Brands in Photos
43
Floating Oyster Bars
The Grand Banks Oyster Bar is Located on a Boat
42
Personalized Virtual Fitting Rooms
Metail's #ShareYourCher Lets You Try on Cher Horowitz' Clothes
41
Deal-Finding Shopping Apps
The SnapUp App is Made for Money Savvy Individuals
40
Staff-less Java Houses
The Vault is a Self-Serve Coffee Shop That Relies On the Honor System
39
Work Productivity Infographics
Data Indicates Working Longer Hours Does Not Mean More Productivity
38
Social Media Reward Programs
Trend Hunter's Jaime Neely Discusses Points-Based Social Bartering
37
Job-Picking Infographics
These Informative Illustrations From JobCluster Cover Choosing a Career
36
Facial Recognition Doorbells
The Chui Offers Revolutionary Secure Access to One's Home
35
On-Demand Delivery Apps
The Jinn App Allows You To Have Anything You Want Delivered in One Hour
34
Continent-Traversing Cycling Chronicles
Jedidiah Jenkins is Writing Oregon to Patagonia, the Novel
33
Banking Assistant Apps
The Kasisto Virtual Personal Assistant is Intelligent and Simple to Use
32
Expense Tracking Apps
The One Touch Expenser Helps You Manage Your Money Efficiently
31
Cultural Fit Apps
Good.co Provides Personality Quizzes to Determine Where You Should Work
30
Unlimited E-Return Services
Clarus' Return Saver Makes Returning Online Purchases Worthwhile
29
Impression Rewarding Restaurants
Not A Burger Stand Offers Discounts to People Doing Impressions
28
Returnable Bridesmaid Attire
Vow To Be Chic Allows Your Bridal Party to Rent a Bridesmaid Dress
27
Shoppable Advertisement Apps
Target's In a Snap Smart Shopping App Lets You Shop Print Ads
26
Speedy Bike Delivery Services
Hurrier Picks Up Food, Packages and More for Busy Torontonians
25
Squared Smartphone Screens
The BlackBerry Passport Mobile Device Opts for a Gigantic Screen Displa
24
Matchmaking Employment Apps
The Jobr App Lets You Search for Employment Like Matches on Tinder
23
Tech-Embedded Business Cards
These Paper Business Cards Feature an Embedded USB Drive
22
Adventurous Library Cards
This Library Card Design Features Characters from Adventure Time
21
Business Travel Rental Services
Airbnb's Business Travel Rentals Cater to Those Who Travel & Work
20
Empowering Entrepreneurial Scholarships
The Barbie Bursary is for Enterprising Young Girls
19
Mediterranean Dessert Smoothies
Mad Greek Cafe Restaurant Features Baklava Milkshake Products
18
Classic Fiction Infographics
This Lengthy Infographic Examines Famous Literature By the Numbers
17
Alternative Online Banks
Bluebird by American Express Does Away with Traditional Checking Accounts
16
Social List Apps
The Socialist App Sets Itself Apart With Its Social and Integration Features
15
Celebrated Therapist Diaries
The Red Book by Carl Jung is Published Decades After His Death
14
3D-Printed Product Stores
The Amazon 3D-Printed Products Store Offers Custom 3D-Printed Goods
13
Crunchy Taco Pizzas
Pizza Hut Korea's Latest Pizza is Meant to be Eaten Folded Like a Taco
12
Number-Visualizing Dashboards
The Numerics App Provides a Customized Business Analytics Dashboard
11
Overloaded Texas Burgers
Carl's Jr.'s Texas BBQ Thickburger Does Everything Bigger
10
Multifunctional Finance Tools
Android's Toshl Finance Budget and Expense App Makes Saving Easy
9
Kid Lift Apps
This Child Transportation Service Gets Your Kids Home Safe When You Can't Be There
8
Personalized Virtual Mannequins
The Fitle 3D Avatar Tries On Clothes When You're Shopping Online
7
Digitized Gift Card Apps
The Amazon Wallet App Lets You Digitally Store Loyalty and Gift Cards
6
Simplified Time-Tracking Apps
Tiempo App Keeps a Log of Employee Hours So You Can Get Back to Work
5
Mileage-Based Insurance Plans
Metromile Pay-Per-Mile Service Saves Helps Drivers Save Money
4
Vice-Spiced Rums
This Spiced Rum Drink Boasts the Taste of Coffee & Cigarettes
3
Anxiety-Ridden Spicy Chips
The Doritos Roulette Bag Contains a Few Painfully Hot Chips
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Soup-Inspired Sandwiches
East Borough's Pho Baguette Saves You From Choosing a Soup or a Sandwich
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Dedicated Politician TV Channels
The Sarah Palin Channel Gives Viewers Access to All Things Palin
Related Ideas
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Blind Box Meals
Cava's Hot Harissa Meal Comes with a Surprise Pita Plushie
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Curated Woman-Forward Snacks
Here Here Market Boasts the Female Founders Gourmet Snack Basket
Limited-Time QSR Summer Menus
Starbucks' Summer Menu Revives Seasonal Favorites and Adds New Items
Fan-Created Menu Items
Creative Customer Orders Inspired the Taco Bell Fan Style Menu
Sauce-Proof Shirts
Shake Shack Created Disposable Fashion Inspired by Tray Liners
Snackable Frozen Appetizers
TAST!EZ's New Products Bring Restaurant-Quality Snacks Home
Speedy eCommerce Produce Deliveries
Amazon Same-Day Delivery is Now Available on Fresh Groceries
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Flavor Mashup Snacks
Mad Genius Snack Lab Makes Globally Inspired Bites for Gen Z & Millennials
French-Style Rentable Fashions
French Girl Summer by Maison Perrier Shares Over 150 Curated Looks
Halloween-Celebrating QSR Menus
The Burger King Monster Menu Doubles Down on Halloween Themes
Gourmet Lunch Pop-Ups
Uber Eats' Sandwich Studio Elevated the Classic Combo Meal
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Fashion Rental Partnerships
Lulu Guinness X By Rotation Bring Iconic Handbags to the Scene
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Rewarding Pizza Party Promotions
Pizza Hut and Partiful Partnered for National Pizza Party Day
High-Value Pizzeria Promotions
The Little Caesars More for $9.99 Promotion Maximizes Value
Timely Delivery-Centric Billboards
Pizza Pizza Creates a Truck-Side Billboard Inspired by the LRT
Beauty-Founder Delivery Experiences
Sephora Launches its 'Beautiful Deliveries' Campaign
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
Chef-Led Meal Subscriptions
CookUnity Delivers Restaurant-Quality Meals by A-List Chefs
Shelf-Scanning Robot Services
ShelfOptix Helps Retailers Access Insights with a Subscription
Anniversary-Honoring QSR Campaigns
The Jack in the Box 75th Anniversary Campaign Launches in 2026
Meal Kit Installations
HelloFresh's Giant Delivery Box Features a Real Family Sharing Dinner
Beauty Store Birthday Parties
Birthdays at Ulta Come with a Gift Bag Curated for Tweens and Teens
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Branded Newspaper Kiosks
New Balance's Grey Days Pop-Up Celebrates a Timeless, Universal Color
Fashion-Focused Substack Publications
Tory Burch Launches What Should I Wear? Newsletter
Flexible Monthly Car Shares
Turo Offers a Low-Commitment Alternative to Traditional Car Ownership
At-Home Return Couriers
Uber Launches Its Return With A Courier in Uber Eats
AI-Powered Pizza Ordering Experiences
This DoorDash Pi Day Experience is Arriving This Month
Personalized Cake Pitch Campaigns
The Daymaker Startup Sends AI-Crafted Cake Pitches
Travel Grocery Delivery Services
The Grocery Delivery Airbnb Service Lets Guests Order in Advance
Lyrics-Inspired OOH Campaigns
Taskrabbit Interprets Pop Culture Songs for Summer Home Tasks
Restaurant-to-Retail Expansions
Little Sesame Secured $8.5M to Scale Its Manufacturing Operations
Throwback Grocery Campaigns
Economic Nostalgia Inspired Instacart's Summer Like It’s ‘99
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Luxury Chauffeur Apps
Wheely’s NYC Launch Introduces Concierge-Level Chauffeur Services
Premium Ice Cream Deliveries
Snugburys Launches Their New nationwide home delivery service
AI-Powered Grocery Apps
Tre'dish's Transparent Pricing Offers Real-Time, Geo-Targeted Comparisons
Basketball Film-Inspired Pizza Campaigns
Pizza Hut Debuts Space Jam-Inspired Menu Bundle & Recipes
Co-Branded Shopper App Partnerships
Grubhub and Instacart Partnered to Offer a Wider Selection
Restaurant Meal Drone Deliveries
DoorDash and Wing Partnered for Drone Deliveries
No-Fee Food Delivery Ads
Grubhub Will Eat the Fees is Grubhub's First Big Game National Commercial
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Photocopied Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's Office Delivery Ads Scanned Popular Menu Items
Curated Grocery Platforms Rise
FirstClub Launches Its Curated Grocery Platform
Summer-Ready QSR Loyalty Programs
Chipotle Mexican Grill Brings Back 'Summer of Extras'
Restaurant-Style Pasta Meal Kits
The New Helper Deluxe Meals Deliver a Takeout-at-Home Experience
Mobile Coffee Trailer Concepts
Bitty & Beau's Coffee Debuts the Mini Cruiser Franchise
Stranger Wedding Marketplaces
Invitin Lets Couples Sell Wedding Invitations to Vetted Strangers
Idea Repository Books
Business Ideas Database Curates Proven Business Opportunities At Scale
Perks-Filled Activations
The Really Good Mood Machine by Uber Shares Feel-Good Surprises
Multi-Revenue Fashion Platforms
Rent the Runway expands into resale, ads and cleaning services
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Experience-Driven Photo Booths
Future Flicks Introduced an AI Photo Booth Feature
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Charcuterie Subscription Kits
Platterful Offers a Complete Gourmet Board Experience
Dorm Concierge Services
Pottery Barn Teen's New Experience Supports the Transition to Dorm Living
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
Target Back-to-School-idays Offers Discounts Up to 30%
Edible Corporate Gift Ranges
These Chocolate Shipped Cookies Corporate Gifts are Here for Summer
Rent Reward Music Partnerships
Bilt Has Tapped Diplo to Headline Its July Rent Day Game Show
Menu Discovery Challenges
Original ChopShop's Feel Good Foodie Challenge Rewards Menu Exploration
Community-Centered Bakery Cafés
Paris Baguette expands through neighborhood café experiences
Hot Dog-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Regal and Nathan's Famous Launch Hot Dog Summer
Tiered QSR Pricing Initiatives
Wendy's Debuts the Value-Driven Biggie Deals Menu
Drive-Thru Markets
Goods Offers Instant Grocery Pickup from an Underground Delivery System
Ice Cream-Celebrating Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's Great Summer Bar Drop Offers Free Ice Cream Bars
Donation-Based Menu Deals
Domino’s Turns Pizza Purchases into Donations for Kids with Illnesses
Plant-Based Recipe Kit Meals
GRUBBY and Bosh Partnered to Help Consumers Celebrate Veganuary
Grill-Ready Cottage Meals
HelloFresh is Sharing Free Summer Grill Kits at Select Highway Stops
Toronto Ice Cream Deliveries
Ben & Jerry's Will Deliver Pints to Your Door Through a New Promotion
Pizza Professionals-Focused Challenges
California Pizza Challenge Returns in August 2026
Ice Cream Subscription Services
The Double Rainbow Ice Cream Subscription Program is Arriving Now
Tax-Focused Marketing Campaigns
Intuit Debuts the Second Iteration of 'Now This is Taxes'
Online Luxury Lifestyle Shops
Quince Gourmet Food & Wines is Launching in Time for the Holidays
Peer-To-Peer Rental Marketplaces
Life4Rent Emphasizes Efficiency and Trust with Its Platform
Experiential Afternoon Teas
High Sociétéa serves tea aboard a touring double-decker bus
Last-Minute Valentine's Gift Partnerships
Build-A-Bear and Uber Direct Partnered for Fast Gifts
Margarita-Focused Loyalty Initiatives
Chili's Debuts the Margarita of the Month Club
Nourishing Personality-Packed Combos
The New Summer Jamba Bundles Tap into Popular Personas
Galentine’s Hosting Kits
HelloFresh and Betches Media Curated The Galentine’s Dinner Edit
Family-Friendly Weeknight Meals
Family Dinneroo Shares Affordable, Convenient Mid-Week Dinners
Comforting Cafe Sandwich Menus
The Pret A Manger January Menu Debuts Four New Sandwiches
Curated Pet Subscriptions
Genius Dog's Limited Monthly Boxes Create Moments Between People & Pets
Video-Based Mystery Shopping Technologies
Blaze Pizza Partners with Reality Based Group
Small Business-Honoring Events
Fairfax City Economic Development Brings Back Small Business Month
Summer-Forward Food Billboards
Waitrose Launched its 'Let Your Summer Side Out' Campaign
Autumnal Barbecue-Inspired QSR Foods
The White Castle Fall Menu Offers Comforting Flavors
Artisanal Bread Delivery Services
The Bakehouse Bread Co. Now Offers Nationwide Delivery
Hybrid Party Retailers
Staples and Party City combine event supplies with print services in-store
Summer-Long Pizza-Celebrating Campaigns
Pizza Hut Debuts the Hut Originals Platform
Exclusive Rental Newsletters
BelowTheMarket Launches Exclusive Rental Alert Service for Toronto
30-Minute eCommerce Deliveries
The Amazon Now Delivery Service is Launching in Select Markets
Customization-Forward Valentine's Day Gifts
Sugarwish Highlights Customizable Gift Preferences
Exciting Fee Return Promotions
Grubhub Has Launched the Fee Return Promotion
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Online Dropshipping Seller-Focused Initiatives
Doba Announces Mid-Year Growth Carnival
Pizzeria Enterprise Technology Suites
Hungry Howie's and Toast Partnered to Streamline Operations
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Grilled Cheese Burger Sandwiches
The Wendy's Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger is Comfort Food-Inspired
Credit-Back Delivery Service Subscriptons
The Zapp+ Subscription Service Offers 10% Back on Orders
Summery Mexican Cuisine Deals
Chipotle Summer of Extras is Arriving for Chipotle Rewards Members
Made-to-Order Retailer Burgers
The Nittany MinitMart Signature Burger Menu is Ready for Summer
Time Reclamation-Focused Cleaning Campaigns
Maid Brigade Launches a Cheeky Summer Ad Campaign
Adventurous Summertime Retailer Promotions
The Maverik Summer Deals Prioritize Cost Savings
Interactive Fast-Casual Dining
Pepper Lunch Expands Its Sizzling DIY Dining Concept
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Concierge Luggage Services
Ship&Play Brings White-Glove Luggage Delivery to Signature Advisors
Commission-Free Food Marketplaces
Lunchbox & OPA! Deliver Alternative to Third-Party Marketplaces
Member Appreciation Initiatives
Charleys Cheesesteaks & Wings Runs Member Appreciation Month
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Robotaxi Membership Programs
Waymo introduces premium perks for frequent autonomous riders
Rotating Meal Deal Promotions
The Blimpie The Best Meal Deal Offers a New Option Each Day
Service Business Platforms
Queue Helps You Launch and Scale a Productized Service Business
Value-Driven Pizza Deals
Papa Murphy's Papa's Picks are Affordable and Delicious
Multi-Brand Snack Boxes
Bobby’s Expands its Delivery Capabilities with the ‘Brand Box’ Service
Small-Scale Restaurant Catering Options
Chipotle Build-Your-Own Offers an Easy Option for Groups
On-Demand Skiwear Rentals
By Rotation And Uber Enable Rapid Ski Outfit Delivery
Accessible Summertime Retailer Refreshments
The Latest Tesco Summer Food Range Has Over 230 Items
Summer-Celebrating Retailer Deals
The QuickChek Summer Menu Features Subwiches and More
Dairy-Free BBQ Activations
Daiya's Dairy-Free Lifeguards Help to Reduce Drama at the Grill
Convenience-Focused Food Marketplaces
Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace Debuts Pop-Up & Ferry Delivery
Sandwich Buffet Catering Options
Dickey's Barbecue is Commemorating National Sandwich Month
Same-Day Holiday Deliveries
Shipt Ensures Comfort and Convenience During the Holidays
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Private Car Pickup Options
Airbnb Launches a Private Car Service with Welcome Pickups
Personalized Event Concierges
The Expanded Minted Concierge Service Simplifies Event Planning
Complimentary Small Cheese Pizzas
Pizza Pizza Celebrated Sports Milestones with Free Pizza
Rapid Grocery Delivery Expansions
Amazon Introduced Two-Hour Grocery Delivery for Cub Stores
Celebrity Chef Meal Kits
Celebrity Experiences' Meal Boxes are Curated by Industry-Leading Chefs
Value-Driven Updated Wedding Programs
Indochino Expands Its Convenience-Focused Service in 2026
Ultra-Fast Pizza Catering Menus
Toppers Pizza Catering Menu Can Be Ordered 90-Minutes Beforehand
Rapid Business Planning
I Have An Idea Delivers Business Plans, Customer Profiles, And Strategies
Copywriting Subscription Services
Artlog Provides Flexible Subscription Copywriting For Businesses
Celebratory Artisanal Pizzas
The California Pizza Kitchen National Pizza Month Promotion is Tasty