These February 2015 business trends range from viral news services to retail beacon platforms that enhance the shopping experience of consumers. In the retail sector, the month's key ideas include predictive shopping apps and tech-infused fitting rooms that connect shoppers with customer service reps while giving them access to stock and sizing info.
On the manufacturing front, 3D printing is only becoming more popular as design-it-yourself printing shops and 3D printing stations become a go-to resource for both small and established businesses.
When examining the month's marketing patterns, these February 2015 business trends include minimalist branding initiatives and experiential retail concepts that transform the way one experiences e-commerce. Whether experimenting with simulated or predictive tech, businesses are moving toward the future with the help of forward-thinking and convenience-focused innovations.
Top 90 Business Trends in February
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Envelope Shipping Boxes
These Printed Box Designs Show Off Maximum Style and Ease of Opening
88
3D-Printed Retail Platforms
This 3d Startup is Now Offering Its Products on Sears.com
87
Outfit-Modeling Mirrors
Neiman Marcus' Memory Mirror Digitally Compares Outfits
86
Bent Corner Boxes
This Retail Shipping Box Design Has Corners That Are Easy to Open
85
Returnable Shipping Boxes
The 'There and Back Pack' is a Handy Return Shipping Box
84
Buttoned-Up Shipping Boxes
This Box Packaging Design for WonderPix Uses Fewer Fasteners
83
Gallery-Style Patisseries
The À La Folie Pastry Shop Displays its Sweet Treats Like Works of Art
82
3D-Printed Hardware
This Partnership Shows Off Makerbot 3D-Printed Home Depot Tools & Hardware
81
New Venture-Killing Advice
This Infographic Lists Startup Mistakes Entrepreneurs Should Avoid
80
3D Printing Stations
Staples Teams Up with 3D Systems to Offer 3D-Printing In-Store
79
Minimalist Online Surf Shops
SALT's Responsive Ecommerce Site Uses an Aesthetically Pleasing Grid
78
Artistic Employee Manuals
EF Labs' Company Manual is Inspired by Children's Books
77
Brand-Boosting Tips
This Infographic is for Those Who are Into Improving Brand Recognition
76
Record-Setting Vehicle Auctions
The Toyota Tacoma Polar Expedition is a World Record Holder
75
Customizable Retail Gifts
Shapeways x Target's 3D-Printed Gifts Provide Personalization
74
Consumer Self-Help Books
'You Have Too Much Shit' Helps People Get Rid of Their Stuff
73
Gender-Neutral Clothing Stores
Natalia Manzocco Curates Fashion Perfect for Both Men and Women
72
Holistic Beauty Campaigns
Harrods's Happy New You Approaches Beauty with Products, Fitness & Food
71
Interactive In-Store Displays
Kate Spade Introduces Perch Technology to Better Customer Experience
70
Additive Manufacturing Shops
Aylesbury's 3D Print World Stocks Printer Kits and Hosts Workshops
69
Jewelry 3D Printer
The Sharebot J-3D is Designed Specifically For Jewelry Printing
68
X-Ray Business Cards
These Cool Business Card Designs Mimic Medical Imagery
67
Contactless Donation Shops
This Interactive Display Window Collects Contactless Payment Donations
66
3D Printing Shops
Copenhagen's 3D Printhuset Makes 3D Printing Accessible to All
65
Communal Tool Sharing
This Concept Proposes Vending Machine Rentals of Handy Implements
64
Experiental Scent Bars
Habitat Pure's Fragrance Bar Provides a Multi-Sensory Experience
63
Fragrant Experiential Pop-Ups
Glade's Pop-Up Boutique is Branded as One That 'Sells Feelings'
62
Sparkly Hate Mail
'Ship Your Enemies Glitter' is a Revenge Service that Gets Just About Everywhere
61
Senior Artist Campaigns
Selfridges' Bright Old Things Highlights Artists Over the Age of 40
60
On-Demand Flower Deliveries
Urbanstems Provides Same Day Bouquets at In-House Costs
59
Online Farmers' Markets
Good Eggs Brings the Freshness & Convenience of Farmers' Markets Online
58
Beauty-Rating Restaurants
China's Jeju Island Joint Gives Free Meals to Good-Looking Customers
57
Accessible 3D Printing Software
The Leopoly App Expands to Expands to Schools and Businesses
56
Budget Interior Design Services
Homepolish Provides Affordable New York Interior Designers
55
Real-Time X-Ray Streaming
SureTech System Offers Accessible Video Support to Security Personnel
54
Interactive Dressing Rooms
Bloomingdale's Introduces Smart Fitting Rooms with iPad Devices
53
Story-Focused Online Shops
All Good Organics Sells Fair Trade Bananas on Dynamic E-Commerce Site
52
Urban Meditation Studios
Unplug Studio is a Place to Quiet Your Mind in the City
51
Online Jewelry Consultations
Bauble Bar Pairs Its Web Shoppers with a Personal Stylist
50
Retail Beacon Platforms
The GPShopper App & In-Store Beacons Enhance Retail Engagement
49
Serene Shipping Boxes
This Shipping Box Concept Takes Inspiration from the Movement of Cloth
48
High-Tech Store Checkouts
Tesco Introduces State-of-the-Art Machines to Cut Down Queues
47
Blind Buying Assistants
This Braille Barcode Scanner Helps the Visually Impaired Choose Products
46
Gaming-Inspired Recipe Books
This Video Game Cookbook by Holly Green Makes Virtual Dishes Real
45
Cannabis Subscription Services
Marvina Offers Beautifully Branded Medical Marijuana Delivery
44
Temporary 12-Hour Stores
iZettle's Temporary Store Hosts Small Businesses for Just 12 Hours
43
Digital Customer-Engaging Stores
GameStop Focuses on In-Store Experiences for the Online Shopper
42
Curated Tourism Apps
Kate's Goodness Provides Picturesque Local Travel Tips
41
Van Delivery Services
Cab Company Uber is Trying Out a New Logistics Service in Hong Kong
40
Wearable Tech Rentals
Lumoid Lets You Test Drive with Their New Wearable Gear Rental Services
39
Artsy Chocolate E-Retailers
Le chocolat des Francais Boasts Illustrated Branding and Web Design
38
Smart Discount Cards
Plenty Helps Consumers Clean Up Their Wallet with a Single Card
37
Self-Destructive Novel Campaigns
James Patterson's Private Vegas Book Promotion is Thrilling
36
Hi-Tech Product Placements
The Tesco Stores Introduce Image Recognition Technology for Shelves
35
Ethical Aromatherapy Collections
The Vitruvi Fragrances are Inspired by Global Daily Rituals
34
Viral News Services
Snapchat and Vice Team Up in a New Business Experiment
33
Artistic Temporary Tattoo E-Retailers
The Tattly Website Features Customized Faux Body Art
32
Experiential Tech Zones
Best Buy Integrates 'The Intel Experience' in Stores Across the Nation
31
Hands-Free Grocery Apps
Tesco's Google Glass Grocery App Makes Shopping Easy In-Store & at Home
30
QR-Accessible Subway Libraries
Beijing's Underground Library Lets You Scan Codes to Read eBooks
29
Catty Crowdfunded Cards
Exploding Kittens is a Hilarious Card Game for the Absurd-Appreciating
28
Local Shopping Kiosks
American Express' Shop Small Helps You Experience Local Treasures
27
Online Car Part Catalogs
K-eCommerce Lets Mechanics Find Auto Components by User-Friendly Means
26
Interactive Retail Tables
Neiman Marcus Improves Shopper Experience with Integrated Technology
25
Speedy Transit-Finding Services
The Shift Transportation App Offers Users a Five Minute Guarantee
24
Amphibious Car Auctions
Four Amphicars Are Set To Be Auctioned Off In January
23
Workplace Messaging Apps
The Memo App Serves as a Forum for Anonymous Workplace Chats
22
Party Guide Services
Zoola Fix Lets You Book a 'Fixer' to Connect You with the Hottest Nightlife
21
Satellite Internet Services
Google's Project Loon Will Bring More People Online
20
Pop-Up Floral Shops
Calvin Klein's NYC Location Hosts a Temporary Shop for Floral Arrangements
19
Hybrid Retail Platforms
eBay's Retail Associate Platform Aims to Increase Brand Engagement
18
SMS Lunch Services
Toronto's Gob is a Service That Lets You Order Lunch by Text Message
17
Cross-Cultural Beer Campaigns
An English-Spanish Corona Commercial Communicates Across Continents
16
Mailman-Eliminating Drone Couriers
These On-Demand Delivery Drones Can Carry Items Up to 500 grams
15
Social Media Book Clubs
Mark Zuckerberg Introduces 'A Year of Books' as a New Year's Resolution
14
On-Demand Mover Apps
The Extremely Handy Lugg Moving Service Gets You Help Moving Heavy Objects
13
Smartphone-Detecting Location Services
Presence Orb Lets You Know if Retail Stores are Packed
12
Caregiver-Honoring Apps
The Careticker Rewards Platform Redeems Volunteer Support-Givers
11
Monthly Crowdsourced Subscriptions
Patreon is a New Subscription That Helps Ideas Becomes Products
10
Sustainable Business Shifts
Sinopec Group Moves Away from the Oil Market to 3D Printing
9
Legendary Motorcycle Auctions
The Upcoming Steve McQueen Auction Comprises Legendary Motorbikes
8
Social Banking Transactions
ICICI Bank Lets You Perform Social Media Money Transfers via Twitter
7
Underwater Phone Stores
This Unique Mobile Store is Situated Underwater in Dubai
6
Indie Bookstores Search Tools
CityShelf Lets You Browse the Stock of Independent Book Shops in NYC
5
Experimental Drug Start-Ups
Ronald Brus' myTomorrows is the Latest Take on the Dallas Buyers Club
4
Auto Buyer E-Commerce
Autohome is China's Leading Car Consumer Website
3
Professional Post Platforms
Spotslet Link Sharing Targets the Interests of Your Work Colleagues
2
Sharp Vendor Websites
The Kershaw Knives Website Features a Clean Aesthetic
1
Restaurant Server-Rating Apps
Unlike Other Restaurant Review Apps, Grate Focuses on Individuals
Related Ideas
Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Fashion-Focused AI Production Studios
Vyking Debuts an AI-Driven Content Creation Module
Spatial AI Shopping Technologies
VusionGroup EdgeSense AI Immerses Shoppers
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Purpose-Built Intelligence Platforms
Shoptelligence Debuts the ShopLab AI and ShopLaunch AI Tools
Therapy-Inspired Retail Concepts
Okamura Reimagines Retail Therapy with the Kimochi Kiosk in 2025
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Curated Store Concepts
A New Target Soho Store Opens in New York with Design-First Looks
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
AI-Powered Fashion-Focused Digital Platforms
Makalot & Meta Intelligence Spotlight StyTrix
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
AI Chat Shopping Systems
Shopify Brings Retail to ChatGPT
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Community-First Beauty Hubs
The Immersive Club MAC Retail Concept Features Experiential Zones
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Upgraded AI-Powered Grocer Platforms
Retail Insight Significantly Enhances Its WasteInsight Tool
Elevated Delivery Merchant Features
These New DoorDash Real-Time Features Empower Merchants
Customer-Starring Billboards
Bobbie's Campaign Spotlights Moms as "the OG Influencers"
Lead Intelligence Services
Ecommerce Leads Identifies Stores Actively Seeking Agency Partners
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Real Estate Insights
Access Trends, Reports, And Tools For Smarter Decisions With PropTech Pulse
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Scan-to-Sniff Fragrance Billboards
Rare Beauty's Activation with Shopify Shop Promote a New Scent
Shelf-Scanning Robot Services
ShelfOptix Helps Retailers Access Insights with a Subscription
Freshness-Focused Perishable Goods Tools
Simbe Recently Enhanced Its Data Analytics Platform
Iconic High Fashion Campaigns
Veronica Beard's Fall 2025 Fashion Campaign is Tilted Iconic
Social Insight Tools
Currents AI Turns Social Media Data Into Actionable Business Insights
AI-Powered Shopping Features
John Lewis Launches a TikTok Shop Trial
GenAI Fashion Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Fashion APIs Help Shoppers Visualize Scarves, Hats & More
B2B-Focused Health Insight Platforms
Spike Technologies Debuts Spike Health Insights
High-Profile Home Improvement Pop-Ups
VEVOR Celebrates Black Friday at Times Square
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
AI-Native Commerce Platforms
Glance AI Swaps Search for an Inspiration-Led Discovery Experience
Article Product Suggestions
BuzzFeed Teams Up with Shopsense AI to Debut Product Recommendations
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Branded Newspaper Kiosks
New Balance's Grey Days Pop-Up Celebrates a Timeless, Universal Color
Pick-Your-Own Bouquet Billboards
5,000 Tesco Mother’s Day Tulips Formed an Interactive Display
DTC Physical Retail Expansions
Povison Opens Its First Permanent Store in Los Angeles
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Closed-Loop Retail Media Networks
Sam’s Club connects ads directly to measurable sales outcomes
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
AI Agent Booking Systems
Fresha, Which Operates in Beauty & Wellness, Signals the Prevalence of AI
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
AI-Enabled Personalized Retail Experiences
Honeywell Implements an AI-Driven Retail System
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Emotionally Intelligent Retailer Platforms
JK Tech Spotlights Its Artificial Intelligence Platform
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Short Video Marketing
Viral Pulse Helps Businesses Generate Engaging Short Videos Quickly
AI-Powered Retail Platforms
Target Introduced a Mobile App Rebuild with AI Coding Companions
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
AI Checkout Kiosks
Retailers Embrace AI Vision To Speed Self-Checkout Lines
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Novel Multi-Brand Retail Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Debuts Multi-Brand Shopping and Ordering
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Boutique Jewelry Concepts
Rocksbox is Expanding Its Presence in Metropolitan Areas
Anniversary-Celebrating Marketplace Events
eBay Inc. is Commemorating Its Thirtieth Anniversary
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Enterprise Retail Technology Upgrades
David's Bridal Introduced a New Enterprise Platform
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Retail Tech Revamps
Claire's Invests in Modern POS and Data Integration
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Lifelong Reskilling Cultures
McKinsey And General Catalyst Highlight Continuous AI-Era Upskilling
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Digital Twin Retail Technologies
Hanshow and Microsoft Explore the Store Digital Twin Technology
AI Post-Purchase Platforms
FedEx Tracking Plus and Returns Plus Streamline Branded Experiences
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Shopping Campaign Optimizers
Productsup Introduced AI-powered Google Shopping Enhancement Tools
Future-Facing Food Retailer Ranges
The Ocado Future of Food Edit Aisle Spotlights Modern Varieties
Celebrity-Supported Luxe Fashion Campaigns
BOSS Taps Renowned Public Figures for Fall 2025
3d-Printed Retail Suitcases
The 3d Printed Suitcase Reframes Retail as Human-Centred Experience
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Performance Marketing Platforms
PebblePost Expanded into Connected Television Advertising
Agent-Optimized Internet Features
aron Levie Introduced Agent-Focused Software
Branded Smart Retail Hubs
Coca-Cola India Has Developed and Widely Implemented Coke Buddy
Contemporary Point-Of-Sale Systems
Vibe Retail Delivers a Cloud-Based POS Software Alternative
Agentic Retail Platforms
Levi Strauss And Microsoft Develop Unified AI Super Agent
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Shopping-Friendly Ad Formats
Equativ Shoppable Ads Allow Consumers to Seamlessly Make Purchases
AI-Powered Try-On Shopping Features
The 'Doppl' App Now Features a Discovery Feed
Clinical Retail Media
PatientPoint Bridges Healthcare and Commerce
Streamlined Payment Integrations
365 Retail Markets Incorporates VisionLink to Its Smart Stores
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Measured Retail Expansions
Vessi Launches its Bellevue Store and In-Store Splash Experience
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
AI-Powered Retail Analysts
Bluecore's Marketing Agent is Poised to Revolutionize Retail
Bridal-Focused Retail Concepts
David’s Bridal Seeks to Redefine Bridal Shopping
Conscious Shopping Assistants
Better Buy Reveals Product Risks And Suggests Healthier Alternatives
Executive Innovation Insight Services
Retail Innovation Council And dunnhumby Launch 'RIX'
Valentine's Day-Ready Grocery Deals
Natural Grocers Debuts Valentine's Hot Deals
Enterprise-Level Lifestyle Intelligence Platforms
January AI Boasts a New Enterprise-Level Service
Perishable Food Management Platforms
Afresh Technologies Debuts Fresh Store Suite
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Managed Retail Connectivity Services
Internet Retailing Introduced ConsumerX Managed Connectivity
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Video-Based Mystery Shopping Technologies
Blaze Pizza Partners with Reality Based Group
AI-Native Store Research
Vusion and Qualcomm Released the AI-Native Store™ White Paper
Rebranded B2B Retail Services
Virid Has Launched a Rebranded Identity and Redesigned Website
Customization-Forward Valentine's Day Gifts
Sugarwish Highlights Customizable Gift Preferences
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Founder Marketing Resources
Better Marketing Blog Shares Practical Playbooks For Founders
Expansive Month-Long Fashion Celebrations
Fashion Art Toronto Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Personalized Travel Planning
Globe Tales Delivers Travel Tips, Tools, and Curated Recommendations
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Transparency Driven Shoppers
Akeneo's 'PX Pulse' Highlights Demand For Clearer Product Details
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
Digital Review Platforms
Digital Products Enables Simple Consumer Reviews & Brand Insights Online
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Real-Time Grocery Personalization Platforms
Birdzi’s Journey Tool Delivers Automated Behavior-Base
Festive Product Launch Events
Love Magenta announces a 10-day Christmas launch event
Marketing Resource Directories
Viral Marketing Lab Curates Growth Tools And Resources For Founders
Customer Intelligence Platforms
Dovetail Centralizes Feedback & Turns Customer Data to Insights
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Phone Software Updates
Google Launches March Pixel Drop With New Pixel And Android Features
AI-Driven Supply Chain Features
Acumatica Unveils an AI Studio and Shop Floor Kiosk for the2026 R1