The top August 2015 youth trends showcase a variety of innovations that are defining the ways in which young millennials and generation z will experience culture.
Many ad campaigns are casting kids and teens, as showcased in the child-starring Microsoft software ad, in an effort to inspire emotional connectivity in the viewer, especially young parents.
Highlighting increasing parental concern around providing an adequate amount of fruits and vegetables, kid-targeted smoothies seek to replace soda and fruit cocktails with high sugar content.
Pointing to the potential future of education facilities, japanese architecture firms Hibino Sekkei and Youji no Shiro collaborated to design a stunning school campus that includes a courtyard that becomes a splash pad when it rains.
The top August 2015 youth trends highlight a shift in understanding in regards to everything from technology to marketing and advertising.
Top 30 Youth Trends in August
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Ornamental Campus Facades
This Stunning Building is Part of the U of Southern Denmark Campus
28
Paper-Made Kid's Furniture
These Animal-Mimicking Chairs Use Recycled Materials and Zero Toxins
27
Interactive Electronics Shops
The littleBits Pop-Up Store is Part Retail Space and Part Laboratory
26
DIY Rainbow Putty
This Kid-Friendly Craft is Made Using Simple Household Ingredients
25
Deathly Diet Campaigns
Warwick Thornton Presents Kids with Fast Food Bombs Strapped to Them
24
Augmented Coloring Books
'Crayonpang' Adds Animation and Mobility to Each Colorful Drawing
23
Legendary Creature Toys
Mezco Toyz' Living Dead Doll Takes After a Monster From the Deep
22
Educational Camera Kits
The Naturebytes Wildlife Camera Lets Kids Learn About Nature by Coding
21
Kid-Friendly Vegetable Juices
These Tasty Juices Help Children Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
20
LEGO-Compatible Prosthetics
This Mechanical Arm Allows Children to Design Custom LEGO Creations
19
DIY Eclair Kits
This DIY Baking Set Provides the Tools to Craft Custom Eclairs
18
Kid-Friendly Robots
This Programmable Robot is Designed to Entertain and Educate Children
17
Elemental School Courtyards
This School for Kids Becomes a Splashpad in the Rain
16
Custom Cartoon Creators
Sanrio's 'Chanrio Maker' is a Tool for Digital Character Creation
15
Highly Customized Storybooks
Lost My Name is a Cleverly Personalized Picture Book for Children
14
Data-Targeting Millennial Infographics
This Infographic Details Gen Y Attitudes on Web Privacy
13
Kid-Friendly Programming Devices
The 'Micro:bit' is an Educational Device for Young Programmers
12
Cat-Themed Child Couture
The Latest Stella McCartney Kids Collection Features a Wild Aesthetic
11
Soothing Pediatric Hospitals
This Rwandan Children's Cancer Center has Soothing and Elegant Design
10
Musical Software Ads
A Woman Finds the Magic of Youth in This HP Sprout Commercial
9
Kid-Directed Dating Events
Mini Wheats Staged a Fun Dating Event Where Kids Were in Control
8
Gamified Math Apps
The 1+Math App Gamifies Learning to Improve School Test Scores
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Cursing Child Commercials
'Swearing Kids' Urges Parents to Buy a Smart Car So Kids Don't Curse
6
Child Concierge Services
Hotel Concierge Noah Reeves-Walters Answers the Questions of Other Kids
5
Mobile Movie Apps
Google Spotlight Stories Shows Cinema-Quality Videos in a 360-Degree Format
4
Diabetic Simulation Games
Coco's Cove is a Health Game About Having Type 2 Diabetes
3
Heat Endurance Challenges
The 'Hot Kar Challenge' Puts People Up to Sitting in a Hot Car
2
Child Cooking Campaigns
Uncle Ben's Aims to Inspire Child Chefs with 'Ben's Beginners'
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Printed Superhero Prosthetics
A Group of Eighth Graders Created This 3D-Printed Arm for a Child
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Gen X Beauty Campaigns
Bluemercury's Up Next Campaign Celebrates Women 40+
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
Digital Apparel Education Initiatives
Roblox is an Unexpected Platform for Fashion Education
Baby Collectible Tech Lines
Sonny Angel x CASETiFY Has Returned for Another Adorable Collaboration
Play-Based Preschool Apps
LEGO Bluey Mobile Game Makes Screen Time into Building Play for Kids
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Playful Cosmetic Collections
The Clinique x Crayola Collaboration Makes Makeup Feel Fun Again
BookTok Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Launched Literature-Inspired Group Tours for Gen Z
Gen Z-Led Swimwear Campaigns
Pacsun Taps Gen Z Influencers for Spring/Summer 2026 Swimwear Capsule
Diversity-Celebrating Brand Campaigns
Champion Launches a Global ‘Champions for Champion’ Campaign
Millennial Pink-Inspired Apparel
UNIQLO Features Practical Spring Pieces in Signature Pink Hues
Vibrant Mental Health Campaigns
CDC Has Launched the Playfully Illustrated Free Mind
Gen Z-Influenced Drink Menus
These New McDonald’s CosMc Drinks are Headed to Over 500 Locations
Color-In Hydrating Drinks
Oodles of Doodles' Flavored Water Encourages Creativity
Next-Gen Jelly Bean Campaigns
Jelly Belly Bean Appétit Entices a New Generation of Fans
Kid-Focused Water Brands
Wave Kids Has Introduced an Innovative Approach to Children's Hydration
Solid Skincare Keychains
Purepeak Appeals to Gen Z's Love of Compact, Portable Cosmetic Keychains
Back-to-School Fashion Collections
UNIQLO Launches Weather-Ready Wardrobe Essentials for Students
Nostalgic Youth Culture Capsules
Coach Presented Its Fall 2026 Line During New York Fashion Week
Playful Gen-Z Dating Campaigns
Tinder's 'Crush Feelings' Captures the Essence of Modern Dating
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Gen-Z-Forward Coffee Apparel
An Urban Outfitters x Dunkin’ Capsule Unveiled for Fall
Anime Franchise-Inspired T-Shirts
Studio Ghibli Shines in the new GBL 2025 Spring/Summer Capsule
Whimsical Youth-Inspired Fashion
The Miu Miu L’été 2025 Campaign is Playful and Stunning
Expressive Meal Boxes
The McDonald's Blank Happy Meal Box Lets Kids Draw How They Feel
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Sun-Soaked Youthful Fashion Campaign
PACSUN Shoots Its Spring 2026 Capsule in Sun-Soaked Locations
Back-To-School Wardrobe Pieces
The UNIQLO Kids Selection Offers Everyday Styling Essentials
Cheeky Sports-Inspired Diaper Campaigns
Huggies Aligns Family Planning with a Major Sports Event
Richly Toned Fall Apparel
The Psycho Bunny Fall 2025 Collection Boasts Florals
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
Summer-Inspired Japanese Snack Collections
TokyoTreat Minimart Has Launched a Special Summer Line
Girl Group Beauty Campaigns
LANEIGE Taps KATSEYE for a JuicePop Box Lip Tint Campaign
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Gen Z Sun Care Campaigns
indu's Latest Initiative Aims to Improve Teen SPF Application Habits
Affordable Book Retailing Initiatives
SHEIN x Alibris Partner for Gen Z's Interest in Books
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Pop Culture-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
Peter Thomas Roth Taps 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
Gen Z-Targeted Wine Campaigns
The I heart kinda Summer Campaign is Launching Soon
Youth-Safe Skincare Hubs
Cult Beauty's Gen A–Z Hub Educates and Empowers Gen Alpha and Gen Z
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns
Canva Spotlights its Creative Tools Ahead of Halloween
Junior Kitchen Products
KitchenAid Kids Helps Children Participate in Age-Safe Cooking Experiences
Chinese Band-Supported Beauty Brands
Maybelline New York Partners with Teens in Times (TNT)
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
AI is Optimizing a STEM Summer Camp Directory
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
AI Coloring Generators
Coloring Whiz Lets You Create Printable Coloring Pages Instantly
AI Kids Coloring Pages
Retro Launches Splat To Turn Family Photos Into Art
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Sensorial Soda Campaigns
Sprite's 'Hurts Real Good With Sprite' Targets Gen Z
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
Revamped Beverage Marketing Platforms
Sprite Launches the It’s That Fresh Marketing Platform
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Kid-Friendly Press-On Nails
Pressies by Olive & June are Designed and Fitted for Kids and Tweens
Smart Youth Beds
The Neuro Wellness Youth Bed for Teens Has an AI Health Concierge
Berry-Inspired Kids Makeup Kits
Jovy Represents a Significant Advancement in Children's Cosmetics
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Culturally Inspired Fall-Ready Streetwear
BAPE Introduces its Connect with People Collection
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
Summer Camp-Inspired Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Debuts Camp Ultimate, Targeting Gen Z
AI Technology-Focused Training Campaigns
The Raspberry Pi Foundation Emphasizes Youth Empowerment
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
Teen Finance Education
SimplyBudget Helps Teens Manage Money With AI and Parental Oversight
Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions
American Eagle Launches Gen Z-Focused 'Off The Cuff' Publication
Bodacious Soda Ranges
The Tango Zero’d Range Targets Gen Z Consumers
Gen Z-Focued Water Bottles
bubba® Redesigns Its Brand Image and Delivers Colorful Water Bottles
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
AI Coloring Tools
ColorBliss Creates Custom AI Generated Coloring Sheets For Kids And Adults
Customizable Kids Stationery
Taggeez Lets Kids Decorate Their School Essentials with Charms
Influencer-Led Kids Clothing Collections
The GEN Kids Clothing Brand is Arriving at M&S and NEXT
Kids-Focused Space-Themed Collaborations
Crayola Interprets McDonald's Happy Meal
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Simplicity-Focused Back-To-School Campaigns
Staples Wants to Simplify Back-To-School Shopping
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Organic Educator-Themed Yogurts
Stonyfield and Ms. Rachel Team Up for a Grocery Collaboration
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
AI Short-Form Content Platforms
KIZLING Shares Safe Content & Challenges Exclusively for Kids
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Personalized AI Coloring Pages
Happy Pages AI Lets Parents Create Coloring Pages for their Kids
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Branded Creativity-Focused Workshops
The LEGO Group Unveils Its 2025 Creativity Workshop Series
Kid-Friendly Cold-Pressed Juices
Raw Generation's Little Sippers are Colorful, Fun & Nutritious
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Creativity-Focused One-Day Activations
Crayola Canada Celebrates National Crayon Day in Toronto
AI Coloring Apps
Splat Turns Photos into Kid-Friendly Coloring Pages Using Generative AI
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
Target Back-to-School-idays Offers Discounts Up to 30%
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Indian Gen Z Beverage Campaigns
Coolberg Launches its 'No Rules, Just Cool' Campaign for Gen Z
Anime Game-Inspired Graphic Apparel
Uniqlo Draws Inspiration from Pokémon Trading Card Game
Courageous Style Campaigns
Coach's Revive Your Courage Activates Gen Z
Colorful Youth Fashion Collections
Joe Fresh and Life at Home™ Have Partnered with Crayola
Balancing New Year Campaigns
Recess' You Don’t Need A New You Challenges Tired January Marketing
Kids Drawing Apps
Kids Coloring Drawing Book App Offers Interactive Learning And Creativity
Vibrant Creativity Campaigns
Crayola Debuts its 'Creative Acts of Color' Initiative
Collaborative Color-Forward Toy Collections
Crayola and Ms. Rachel Debut Color Wonder Ms. Rachel
All-Inclusive Pop Culture Trips
Klook Debuts a Campaign to Highlight ANZ's Top Asian Culture Fans
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Colorful Sampling Windows
7UP's Pink Refresh Window Brings a Splash of Color to UK Cities
AR-Enabled Oat Drink Packaging
Alpro and Appetite Creative Partnered for Interactive Packaging
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Nourishing Personality-Packed Combos
The New Summer Jamba Bundles Tap into Popular Personas
Lifestyle Kids Streetwear
Patta Aw25 Kids Collection Blends Bold Graphics with Practical Comfort
Kid-Focused Language Arts Curriculums
McGraw Hill Recently Introduced Emerge!
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Children-Friendly Jiu-Jitsu Academies
Kidz Designs a Jiu-Jitsu Gym Around a Wooden Amplitheater
Creative Kid's Drawings
Joyful Outlines Inspires Creativity in Kids with Fun, Educational Themes
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Texting Coffee Campaigns
The Costa Coffee Hypeline Connects with Gen Z
Hip Classroom-Ready Backpacks
The Kipling Back-to-School 2025 Collection is Expansive
Kid-Friendly Recipe Campaigns
Aldi Created a Series of Dishes with a 4-Year-Old TikTok Chef
Creativity-Focused Global Ambassador Programs
Crayola Creativity Week Begins with an Announcement
Gender Gap-Addressing Basketball Initiatives
Shoot 360 Hosted HER Month in March
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Expansive Child Product Ranges
The Latest Target Baby Products Will Come in Many Options
Custom Kid Storybooks
Storyhero Turns Your Child Into The Hero Of Their Own Story
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Youth-Targeted Finance Campaigns
Little Learners, Big Earners Teaches Money Basics to Gen Alpha
Youth Sport Programming Schedules
TAC Sports' Planned Activities Run from September to December
Children-Friendly E-Readers
Kindle's Colorsoft Kids is Available at a Lower Price to Engage Youth
Co-Branded Digital Summer Events
Crayola Partners with Paddington™ and STUDIOCANAL
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Creative Coloring Platforms
ColorFun Provides Endless Printable Coloring Pages For All Ages
Vibrant Kids-Catering Furniture Series
Paola Lenti Designs the Kids Collection of Playful Products