Although a lot of the things we buy are mass-produced, a customized shopping experience can instantly turn a product that looks like any other into something that is uniquely your own. This past year, luxury brands like Prada and Jimmy Choo have offered shoe customization services, but these kind of experience have moved beyond catering to people who can afford personalized designer goods, as seen in a Levi's event where people were invited to get a denim garment embroidered.
In some cases where it's difficult to customize a product itself, the shopping experience itself can be turned into something tailored with help from staff, augmented reality or apps. This makes the experience of picking a product interactive, highly personalized and it still caters to the individual needs of a consumer.
27 Customized Shopping Experiences
From Personalized Designer Heels to Shopping Consultation Apps:
Laura McQuarrie — Jun 3, 2014 — Marketing
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Custom-Designed Shopping Bags
Choose Your Package Can Be Printed with Ads or Nutritional Info
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Bespoke Shoe Tattoo Services
Oliver Sweeney is Inviting People to Get Tattooed Shoes by Henry Hate
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Personalized Designer Heels
For Two Days, Prada Allowed Consumers to Order Bespoke Shoes
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Shopping Consultation Apps
The Fitt App Provides a Second Opinion When Shopping
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Personal Fragrance Finder Shops
The Fragrance Lab by Selfridges Perfectly Matches You to a Perfume
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Stiletto Customization Services
Jimmy Choo's Shoe Customization Allows You Creative Control
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Custom Denim Embroidery Events
The Levi's x Clea Lala Collab Features Personal Embroidered Denim
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Futuristic Shopping Beacons
The ‘Estimote’ Uses Your Smartphone to Customize Your Shopping Trips
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Augmented Reality Dressing Rooms
The KinectShop Aims to Revolutionize the Retail Experience
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Custom Denim Shops
Build-Your-Own Jean Collection with the G-Star Raw Atelier
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Digital Retail Mirrors
The Mirrus Retail Mirror Supports Unparalelled Customer Interaction
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Product Customization Platforms
Hatch's Compass Shows the Many Ways You Can Personalize Items
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Augmented Reality Shopping Helpers
IBM Mobile App Personalizes Buying Experience
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Pop-Up Designer Nail Bars
The Les Vernis Couleurs Culte de Chanel Nail Bar is Coming to Selfridges
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Consumer-Made Lipsticks
The Bite Beauty Lipstick Lab Lets Customers Make Their Own Lipstick
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Retail Recommending Booths
Inspiration Corridor Offers Fashion Suggestions and Helps Locate Items
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Personalized Virtual Boutiques
Boutine Lets You Create Your Own Outfits, Shop Looks & Earn Money
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Augmented Reality Catalogues
The 2014 IKEA Catalogue and App Virtually Display Decor
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Augmented Reality Makeup Mirrors
ModiFace's Augmented Reality Mirror Debuted at CES 2014
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Tailored e-Shopping Platforms
Curisma Customizes Product Recommendations for Shoppers
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Augmented Jewelry Applications
The De Beers 'My Forevermark Fitting' is a Digital Diamond Trial
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Personalized Pin-Based Retail
Zappos 'PinPointing' App Offers Suggestions Based on Pinterest Posts
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Virtual Fashion Sampling
Webcam Social Shopper by PrestShop Creates an AR Fitting Room
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Augmented Reality Shopping
The 'Augment' Application Allows You to Try Out Purchases Digitally
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Personalized Supermarket Prices
Kroger Rewards Gives Customers Discounts Based on Shopping History
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Virtual Furniture Shopping Apps
The Augmented Pixels ShowInRoom 3D Tablet Tool Debuted at CES 2014
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Hyper-Targeted Check-Ins
Foursquare Local Updates Lets Brands Send Messages to Specific Users
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Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Luxury Bowling-Inspired Installations
Jacquemus Brings Flair with an Immersive Store Experience
Youth-Focused Luxury Fashion Platforms
&Coach is a New Fashion Platform by Coach, Focused on Gen Z
Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Hyper-Personalized Homepages
Saks Global Created a Homepage Experience Unique to Every Customer
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Collaborative AI Fashion Experiences
Curated for You x Microsoft Launch a Fashion Discovery Tool
Children’s Footwear Apps
Hibbett Launches Hibbett Kids Platform to Power Back-to-School Shopping
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Interactive AI-Powered Retail Kiosks
Skechers and We Are Social Singapore Launched the Luna Kiosk
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Hyper-Personalized AI Shopping Tech
OTB Group Embraces Hyper-Personalization with Google Cloud
GenAI Clothing Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s AI Clothes Try-on Reimagines Virtual Fashion Shopping
Curated Store Concepts
A New Target Soho Store Opens in New York with Design-First Looks
Conscious Closet Apps
Indyx Was Designed to Curb Unnecessary Fashion Consumption
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
Branded Rain-Themed Installations
Dr. Martens Unveils a Rain Experience at its Oxford Street Store
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Single Shoe Services
adidas Launched a Service for Those Living with Leg Limb Differences
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
Digitally Enhanced Shopping Experiences
The Ray-Ban Boutique Opened at Royalmount Shopping Complex
AI Chat Shopping Systems
Shopify Brings Retail to ChatGPT
3D Printed Shoe Platforms
Fitasy Makes Custom-Fit 3D Printed Shoes More Affordable & Accessible
GenAI Fashion Assistants
Mango Stylist Brings a Personal Touch to Women's Apparel Shopping
Virtual Heel Try-Ons
WANNA Launched a Virtual Try-On Experience for High-Heeled Shoes
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Virtual Footwear Try-Ons
Google's AI-Powered Try-On Tech Helps with Online Shoe Shopping
Custom Artist-Joined Shoes
Charli XCX By You Lets Fans Design Their Own Brat‑era Chuck Taylors
Community-First Beauty Hubs
The Immersive Club MAC Retail Concept Features Experiential Zones
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Flagship Value Fashion
Primark expands affordable fashion with a major Manhattan flagship store
Bespoke Handbag Services
Kurt Geiger One-of-A-Kind Lets Customers Make a Mini Kensington Their Own
Gen Z Concept Stores
UO Insiders Insights Informed the UO x Glendale Store Experience
Annual Summer Pop-Ups
Dior’s Lucky Collection Enters Harrods with Starry Retail Experience
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
High-End Pharmacy Fragrance Boutiques
Boots Fragrance Offers Over 400 Options
AI-Powered Fashion Agents
Gensmo Helps Users Mix and Match Clothes and Shop for New Styles
Retail Moodboard Apps
'ShopLook' Makes Curated Online Shopping Easy with Moodboards
Personalized Sandal-Style Shoes
The Vivobarefoot VivoBiome Tabi Gen 02 is Lightweight and Flexible
Elevated In-Store Experiences
Bath & Body Works Adapts its Store Designs to Appeal to Gen Z
In-Store AI Stylists
Skechers' Luna Helps Customers Choose What to Buy
Mobile Try-On Tours
Kizik Invites People to See Its Hands-Free Shoes in Action
Fashion Gaming App Collabs
Drest x Jimmy Choo Let Gamers Style Paris-Themed Wardrobe Icons
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Virtual Styling Tools
TryMe AI Lets Users Preview Outfits And Track Style Choices
AI-Powered Shoppable Experiences
ASOS Launches Thire ASOS Stylist With ChatGPT Integration
AI-Powered Shopping Companions
alby Supports Personalized, Conversational Product Discovery
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
AI-Powered Styling Experiences
Gensmo and Fabrique are Changing How People Get Dressed
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
AI-Powered Shopping Features
John Lewis Launches a TikTok Shop Trial
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
GenAI Fashion Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Fashion APIs Help Shoppers Visualize Scarves, Hats & More
AI-Powered T-Shirt Customization Platforms
TeeDIY Debuts an AI-Powered Website for 2026
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Accessible Beauty Consultations
Walmart’s Beauty Experts Offer Personalized In-Store Guidance
Luxury Design-Led Retail
ALAÏA Opens a Bangkok Boutique Featuring Collectible Design Pieces
Virtual Dressing Rooms
AI Virtual Try On Offers Instant High-Quality Style Previews For Shoppers
AI-Powered Shopping Features
Target is Making Seasonal Gifting Easier, Personalized and More Fun
Conversational Shopping Apps
The Klarna Shopping Search App in ChatGPT Streamlines Discovery
Singer-Designed Sneakers
The Custom Chuck Taylor All Star Charli XCX By You is brat-Themed
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
Shoppable Discovery Commerce
SmartCommerce and Ahold Delhaize USA Connect Content to Carts
Virtual Try-On Tools
Clothing Virtual Try On Shows Realistic Outfits For Online & Retail Shopping
AI Styling Technology
Zelig Transforms Fashion Retail Experiences with Smart Recommendations
Branded Packaging Solutions
Custom Packaging Enhances Product Presentation And Brand Identity
Beauty Shopper Transports
Sephora & Lyft Media's Delivered to Beauty Sent Shoppers to Stores
Website-Based Restaurant Customizations
The 'Wix Restaurant Experiences' Enables Unique Dining
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Hyper-Personalized Beauty Platforms
Kult App Transforms How Shoppers Find & Buy Products in India
AI-Enabled Personalized Retail Experiences
Honeywell Implements an AI-Driven Retail System
Agentic Shopping Platforms
Hey Savi Uses AI to Search, Compare and Buy Fashion
Experience-Enabled Franchises
Magnolia Soap & Bath Co. Uses Square to Scale Retail Experiences
Custom-Fit Single Shoes
Fitasy Lets Customers Order Just a Right or Left Fitasy Stride 2.0 Shoe
Experiential Running Shoe Shops
House of SportsShoes Merges Digital Presence & Physical Experience
Seoul-Specific Personalized Retail Experiences
Monclos Unveiled a Brand Experience Space in Seoul
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Personalized Home Shopping Platforms
MAiN Creates a 3D Model from a Single Image Using AI
Novel Multi-Brand Retail Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Debuts Multi-Brand Shopping and Ordering
Swiss-Engineered Virtual Presentation Systems
The ShowCase Caters to the Needs of Luxury Brands
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Tactile Marketing Campaigns
She Said Yes Strives to Increase Tactile Engagement
AI-Powered Personal Shoppers
The New Perplexity Shopping Experience is Conversational
Conversational Sizing Recommendations
Gap Inc. Introduced Predictive Sizing and AI-Native Commerce
Designer Shoe Protection Services
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse Partners with Imbox Protection
AI Shopping Assistants
Amazon Alexa Uses AI to Personalize Product Search and Purchases
Curated Secondhand Collections
The Digital House of Vinted Grants Members Access to Iconic Items
GenAI Shopping Lockscreens
Glance AI and Samsung Unveiled a Custom Experience for Samsung Users
Integrated AI shopping
David’s Bridal Integrates Products into ChatGPT and Copilot
Elemental Retail Spaces
Goldwin Creates a Multi-Sensory Retail Environment in New York City
Expressive Premium Apparel
Avalange Bridges the Divide Between Traditional & Customizable Fashion
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Designer Hotel Suites
Omni and Peter Millar Launch Branded Luxury Suites Experience
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
AI-Personalized Streaming Ads
Amazon Customized Prime Video Ads Using Shopping Behavior Data
Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs
Swapz Modular Slippers Redefine Comfort with Style & Eco Design
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Mobile Insoles Scanners
Superfeet's New Tech Expands Access to Personalized Insoles
Experiential Clog Stores
The New York City Crocs Icon Concept Centers on Personalization
Accessibility-Focused Furniture Retail Services
IKEA Finland Emphasizes Accessibility in Vantaa
Shopping Campaign Optimizers
Productsup Introduced AI-powered Google Shopping Enhancement Tools
AR Bag Try-Ons
WANNA's Bags Virtual Try-On Experience Visualizes Styles Worn on the Shoulder
AI-Powered Sampling Experiences
Swish is Revolutionizing How Consumers Try New Products
Personalized Gift Ideas
Perfect Gifts Provides Tailored Gift Ideas for Every Occasion
Ritual-Based Mobile Design
ECAL and Google Explored Hardware Inspired by Everyday Habits
Vacation-Ready Shoe Collections
Nordstrom Launches an Exclusive Tory Burch Capsule
Boutique-Style Fragrance Shops
The Perfume Shop Boutique Stores Offer a Refined Retail Experience
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Footwear Product Image Generators
Shoe FYI Creates Product And Promotional Images For Merchants
Shopping-Friendly Ad Formats
Equativ Shoppable Ads Allow Consumers to Seamlessly Make Purchases
Grocery Store Accessibility Models
Tesco Enhances Its Self-Service Checkout Experience
AI-Powered Try-On Shopping Features
The 'Doppl' App Now Features a Discovery Feed
AI-Powered Fashion Consultants
Meadowhall's Style Suite Provides Free, Fast, Custom Color Analysis
Shoppable Swimsuits
Sports Illustrated Launches Its Shoppable Swimsuits
Experiential Sock Pop-Ups
O2's Not a Sock Shop Shared Designs Reflecting Priority Experiences
Measured Retail Expansions
Vessi Launches its Bellevue Store and In-Store Splash Experience
Spatial Commerce Platforms
Curie Shop Brings Interactive Product Exploration To Sneaker Shopping
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
AI Fashion Assistants
Your AI Personal Stylist That Matches Looks to Vibes with Ease
Custom Party Shoes
Converse and Charli XCX Lets Fans Personalize Chuck Taylors in a Brat Aesthetic
Bridal-Focused Retail Concepts
David’s Bridal Seeks to Redefine Bridal Shopping
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Experience-Focused Retail Carts
Target Redesigned Shopping Carts for Comfort and Convenience
Personalized Event Concierges
The Expanded Minted Concierge Service Simplifies Event Planning
Diverse Shopping Platforms
VARSHOPS Discovers Quality Products Across Multiple Categories Securely
Elevated By-Appointment Shopping Services
Royalmount Montreal Opens a Shopping and Styling Suite
Transparency Driven Shoppers
Akeneo's 'PX Pulse' Highlights Demand For Clearer Product Details
Smartphone-Scanned Orthotics
Stride Uses App-Based 3D Foot Scanning to Deliver Custom Orthotics
Boutique Grocery Makeovers
This Women’s Clothing Boutique is Charming and Thoughtful Design
Conversational Shopping Assistants
Macy’s New Ask Macy’s Chatbot Launches on Gemini