It's good that the February 2018 youth trends have little to do with rebellion, because the most recent iteration of youthful revolt against authority has been bizarre and confounding to say the least. The kids today have both started and perpetuated the habit of filming oneself or one's friends eating Tide Pods, the popular laundry detergent that comes in (admittedly delicious looking) single-use pouches.
While the Tide Pod epidemic is strange, there are plenty of options out there for kids who want to channel their energy toward something more creative. For example, 15-year-old chef Logan Guleff won a Gourmand Award for 'Logan's Chef Notes & Half Baked Tales' a graphic novel cum cookbook that he authored with illustrator Cindy Tan. The book helps kids to learn about the joys of cooking, and it presents it through the lens of anime — an increasingly popular medium among Gen Z.
Top 40 Youth Trends in February
From Candy Mascot Teddy Bears to Stylish Children's Eveningwear:
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Children's Adventure-Inspired Clothes
Munsterkids' New Clothing Line Encourages Kids to Adventure
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Indoor Architectural Playgrounds
Spencer Luckey's Gender Neutral Playground is Mushroom-Inspired
38
Slithering Play Spaces
'La Serpentina' is a Unique Playground Installation Designed by ELEMENTAL
37
Introductory 3D Printers
The Da Vinci Code Nano is Compact, Functional and Inexpensive
36
Fluid Kindergarten Classrooms
IBUKU's Kindergarten Design Addresses the Young Students' Needs
35
Safety-Focused Smartwatches
This Wearable Smartphone for Children Lets Parents Track Their Kids
34
Juvenile Sleep Companion Clocks
The 'Tick Tock Turtle' Kids Alarm Clock Teaches Routine and More
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Cartoon Cat Children's Shoes
PUMA and Hello Kitty Created New Red Suede Shoes for Kids
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Children's Designer Travel Kits
BAPE Revealed a New Set of Baby Milo Travel Grear
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Interactive Storytelling Igloos
Aberrant Architecture Teaches Children About Design
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Travel-Themed Kid's Clothes
KENZO Released a New Line of Fashionable Clothes for Children
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Kid-Centric Newspaper Editions
The New York Times Kids Edition is Set to Be a Permanent Staple
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Interactive Restaurant Activities
Toronto's Richtree Market Offers Fun Farm and Pizza-Making Games
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Charming Storybook Cafes
The 'Very Hungry Caterpillar' Pop-Up Eatery Celebrates a Classic Book
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Inspiring Children's Wear
'Someday Soon' Created a New Line of Fashion-Forward Clothing for Kids
25
Stylish Children's Evening Wear
Dolce & Gabbana Released a New Line of Children's Clothes for Fall
24
LEGO-Focused Kids Games
LEGO's Partnerhsip with Tencent Will Allow LEGO Licensed Games in China
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Candy-Themed Children's Apparel
The Gucci Kid's Summer Line is Colorful and Candy-Themed
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Crocodile-Themed Children's Boots
Timberland Has Created New Reptile-Inspired Boots for Kids
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Ultra-Realistic Kid Cities
At KidZania, Kids Role-Play Adult Jobs and a Earn Mock Money
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Interactive Touchscreen Dining Tables
Order Food and Play Games with Kodisoft's Tables
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Interactive Child-Focused Tablets
The 'Squaggle' Educational Tablet Offers Kid-Friendly Games
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Kid's Minnie Mouse Sneakers
Disney Teamed Up with New Balance on These New Minnie Mouse Shoes
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AR Tooth Brushing Games
Parents Can Ensure Good Habits With the Kolibree Magik Smart Toothbrush
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Extracurricular Rental Spaces
Genius Owl Provides Safe and Socially Engaging Environments for Kids
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Bear-Themed Beverage Carts
The 'Bearista-mobile' Shares Hot Drinks with Kids and Families
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Transformative Cereal Boxes
The Rube Goldberg General Mills Cereal Boxes Turn Into Machines
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Vintage-Inspired Kid's Clothes
The Animal Observatory's Summer Line is Inspired by 70s Streetwear
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Cooling Candy Packaging
Candyrific's Expressions Everyday Fans are Decorated with Emoji Characters
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Festive Color-In Placemats
OMY's Paper Placemats Entertain at the Table with Games and Activities
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Children's Streetwear Styles
C.P Company Created a Streetwear-Inspired Line of Clothing for Kids
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Nature-Inspired Kid's Clothing
Molo's Spring Line is Full of Animals and Floral Prints
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Kid-Empowering Lunch Apps
The New 'LaLa Lunchbox' App Lets Families Collaborate on School Lunches
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Fruity AR Coloring Books
Fruit Shoot Made an Interactive Game That Entertains Kids at Restaurants
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Graphic Gen Z Cookbooks
15-Year-Old Chef Logan Guleff Created an Award-Winning Cookbook
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Candy Mascot Teddy Bears
Medicom's New Peko-Chan Teddy Bear is Perfect for Valentine's Day
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Remixed Nautical Children's Wear
Marmar Copenhagen Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with a New Line
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Tablet-Based Restaurant Trivia Games
Buzztime Encourages Customers to Stay Longer and Spend More
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Mobile Kid's Content Platforms
KIDOZ Works with Brands to Ensure Safe and Smart Campaigns
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Educational Kid's Tablets
The Jellipad Offers Educational Videos, Games, Music and More
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Multi-Generational Anime Plushes
The Newest Build-A-Bear Sanrio Characters Captivate All Ages
Sour Candy Challenges
1UP Candy's Kit Challenges Sour Candy Fans to Keep a Straight Face
Pastry-Inspired Sweaters
Pop-Tarts' Pop-Tartigan Sweaters Help Gen Z Channel "Grandmacore"
Graphic-Adorned Summer Fashion Collections
Boys Lie's June Collection Drop Was Stunning
Teddy Bear Outerwear
Build-A-Bear Cuddly Couture Shares Cozy, Warm Styles
Freshly Rebranded Frozen Drinks
Slurpee's Bold New Identity and Mascot Speak to Gen Z
Cartoon-Themed Apparel Collections
This 'Teletubbies' Apparel Collection is 90s and Y2K-Inspired
Doll-Themed Frozen Yogurts
Pinkberry's Barbie Land Berry Pink Aligns with Greta Gerwig's New Film
Gen Z-Focused Fashion Labels
The 'MIXT' Label Caters to Youthful Fashion-Forward Indian Consumers
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Light-Up Kidswear
Go-Glow by PatPat Features Fabric-Illuminating Technology
Uplifting Gen Z Fashion
Boohoo & Pantone Created a Collection for Mental Health Awareness Month
Soda-Branded Sweatsuit Merch Lines
poppi Launched a Stunningly Playful & Stylish Sweatsuit Line
Food-Inspired Apparel Collections
Vandy The Pink Releases New Burger-Themed Apparel Collection
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Stylish Cartoon-Themed Shoes
Koi Launches a Whimsical 'Teletubbies'-Inspired Footwear Collection
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
Gen Z CBD Brands
Penguin Offers Products Like Cookies & Cream CBD Oil & Sour Worm CBD Gummies
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Emotive Youth Skincare
The Bubble Skincare x Disney Collab Integrates Inside Out 2 Characters
Destigmatizing Period Comical Kits
ModiBodi and Justyna Green Relaunch the First Period Kit
Edible Clog Charms
Pop-Tarts Croc-Tarts Come with Candy Jibbitz for Decorating Pastries
Provocative Spread Pop-Ups
The Marmite Dark Room Entices Gen Z to Experience an Iconic Spread
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Ninja-Inspired Curated Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Embraces the Taste of Japan with a Ninja Theme
Gen Alpha Skincare
JB Skrub Fills a Gap in the Market for Tween Boys
Sci-Fantasy Fashion Collections
Forever 21 and Netflix Draw Inspiration from Rebel Moon
Gen Z Hotline Campaigns
Simply Spiked's 'Peach Responsibly' Campaign Addresses Generational Gaps
Gen Z-Targeted Fruit Snacks
Gushers and Fruit by the Foot Received Logo Refreshes
Scent-Inspired Streetwear
The Fresh af Collection Shares Styles That Celebrate 25 Years of Febreze
Adaptable Kid's Outerwear
Craghoppers Grow with You Collection is Functional and Cost-Effective
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Gen Z Deodorants
Miles' Clean Deodorants Help Tweens & Teens Neutralize Odors
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Streetwear Experimental Kids Capsules
The Ksubi 'Kids' Collection Arrives Ahead of the Holidays
Suggestive Spread Campaigns
The Marmite First Timers Campaign Targets Gen Z
Cozy Ultra-Stylish Lounge Sets
Boys Lie Boasts a Series of Comfortable Sets with Graphics
Opulent Baby Expansive Collections
Louis Vuitton Presents its First Baby Collection
Cheeky Teddy Bear Bags
Acne Studios' Pink Teddy Bear Bag Features a Tiny Denim Cap
Whimsical Jelly-Style Eyewear
Gentle Monster Releases the New GENTLE JELLY Collection
Gen Z Fragrance Campaigns
Axe's Fine Fragrance Collection Campaign Stars Lil Baby
Street Style Digital Pets
The Supreme Tamagotchi Gives the Toy Pet a Hip Makeover
Vibrant Children's Fall Fashion
nununu Recently Launched Its Fall 2023 Capsule & Its Eye-Catching
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
CPG-Inspired Ice Creams
The Ice Cream Project by Anya Hindmarch Features Flavors Like Frozen Peas
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
Adventure-Inspired Outerwear Campaigns
Canada Goose & KidSuper Drop an NBA All-Star Collection
Short-Form Soap Operas
Unilever and TikTok Created a Content Series to Target #CleanTok
90s Toy-Themed Fashion
The Cakeworthy x Furby Collection Pays Tribute to a 90s Sensation
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Color-Changing Toothpastes
Crest Kids Color Changing Toothpaste Encourages Brushing for Longer
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Period-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Nadya Okamoto Partnered with Chnge on an Exclusive Apparel Line
Nostalgic Cosmetic Cases
Caboodles x Taste Beauty x Hershey's Collaborated on a Beauty Organizer
Environmental Eating Campaigns
#KnorrDaretoTry Challenges Gen Z to "Eat for Good"
Phygital Fashion Brands
PUNK Challenges Conventions with Digital Assets & Physical Tracksuits
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Soda-Themed Merch Collections
Viral Soda Brand Poppi Drops Limited-Edition Sweatsuit Merch
Children-Catered Luxe Festive Collections
The New Louis Vuitton Holiday Capsule is Made for Kids
Empowering Self Care Holidays
eos is Transforming Pre-Valentine's Day Rituals with Vagentine's Day
Anthropomorphized Bath Products
Uoga Uoga Kids' Packaging Can Be Customized with Stickers
Snackable Back-to-School Lunches
Little Spoon's Lunchers are Nutritious Meals for Big Kids
Comedic Laundry Campaigns
Tide Partners with Kumail Nanjiani in a New Campaign
Creator-Endorsed Fruit Snacks
BloxSnacks is Using YouTuber Partnerships to Appeal to Gen Alpha
Nourishing Gen Z Skincare
'Nutritious' is a New Collection from Estée Lauder
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
Ultra-Stylish Tween Clothing Collections
Hayden Girls Offers a Diverse Range of Tween Clothing
Eco Tech Accessory Pop-Ups
The CASETiFY Style Lab Highlights the Work of Gen Z Fashion Students
QSR Gen Z Campaigns
Chipotle Targets Gen Z with Wellness Snapchat Lens and Menu Items
Cringe-Worthy Photo Campaigns
Sour Patch Kids is Challenging Fans to Choose "Cringe or Candy"
Anime-Inspired Sleepwear Capsules
Gelato Pique Works with Pokémon on a New Lounge Collection
Pop-Up Interview Stores
Trainline's Fashion Pop-Up Preps Gen Z for Interviews with Free Clothing
Gen X Candy Campaigns
Klondike's Bar-cade Campaign Engages Gen X Consumers
Athlete-Founded Nostalgic Bubblegum
Bubblegum Kids Was Founded NHL Player Zach Hyman & His Brother
Retro Family Photoshoots
Blue Bunny is Inviting Families to Pop-Up 90s-Themed Photoshoots
Doll-Inspired Kids Collections
The PatPat x Barbie Collection Features About 60 Unique Styles
Global Cuisine Baby Foods
Serenity Kids World Explorer Comes in Five International Flavors
Cartoon-Inspired Lifestyle Collections
BoxLunch Launches an Avatar-Inspired Lifestyle Capsule
Edible Pastry Mascots
The 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl Will Introduce the World's First Edible Mascot
Teen-Focused Period Underwear
Proof Debuts the Teen and Tweens Reusable Period Underwear
Virally Inspired Frozen Entrees
Counter Creates Macro-Balanced Frozen Foods with Content Creators
Next-Gen Fuzzy Robot Toys
Hasbro is Introducing a New Furby for a New Generation
Denim-Themed Beauty Collections
e.l.f. x American Eagle Speaks to Gen Z's Love of Self-Expression
Character-Themed Snack Products
The good2grow Snackers Come in a Series of Familiar Options
Gamified Custom Kidswear
Supermix Studio Empowers Kids to Create Their Own Apparel & Accessories
Kid-Targeted Holiday Bundles
Storypod Boasts Three Holiday Bundles for Kids
Wholesome Accessible Kids Foods
Good & Gather Baby and Toddler Foods are Well-Priced
Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules
Filling Pieces Unveils its Gelato Games Capsule for SS24
Sharing-Focused Candy Products
These Mentos Sharing Bags Come in Two Options
Visionary Youth Platforms
The Collab by Claire's Celebrates and Activates Gen Zalpha Creators
Gen Z Elevated Spring Basics
Grey Bandit Unveils its Spring 2024 Collection
Gen Z-Focused Menstrual Care
15-Year-Old Zoe Leffler Debuts a Menstrual Wellness Brand Called Cycl
Gen Z-Approved Cartoon Streetwear
BT21 Collaborates with FRAGMENT on a New Streetwear Collection
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
90s-Inspired Tween Fashion
John Lewis' New Collection Will Outfit Gen Alpha
Age-Embracing Fall Fashion
Sage Nation Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
Gummy-Studded Ice Creams
Dadu Ice Cream Puts Gummy Bears in Ice Cream
Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops
Peachy Den's 'Sweet Cheeks' Collection Pays Homage to Girlhood
Gen Z Denim Brands
Karl Lagerfeld Jeans Celebrates Individuality & Self-Expression
Planet-Friendly Organic Clothing
Toby Tiger Offers Ethical and Affordable Kids Clothing for All
Veggie-First Children's Meals
Lil’ Gourmets Meal Pouches Make Feeding Kids Vegetables Easy
Child Creator Casting Calls
Kid-Focused Social Network Zigazoo Hosts Casting Call for New Creators
Sleek Kid-Oriented Apparel
Authentic Brands Group Partners with Kidz Concepts for Aéropostale Kids
Kid-Focused Meal Containers
b.box Launches the Kid-Approved Eco-Friendly Bento Boxes for Meals
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Human Candle Campaigns
These Human Statues of Candle Wax Bring Attention to Youth Burnout
Sustainable Kids Apparel
Kidly Debuts a New Eco Denim Collection for Toddlers and School-Age Kids
Teen-Focused Makeup Lines
Af94's Teen-Centric Makeup Line Features Products Under $10
Flavor-Infused Breakfast Pastries
These New Eggo Flavors Focus on Classic Recipes and Tastes
Spring-Ready Tween Dresses
Hayden Girls Offers a Range of Dresses for Tween Girls
Youth Art Campaigns
Sun Bum Taps Into the Gen Alpha Market with an Innovative Art Contest
Gen Z Advertising Tools
YouTube Launches a New Music Tool to Connect Advertisers with Gen Z
Peer-to-Peer Conversation Campaigns
JOYBA's Real Tea, Real Talk Supports Mental Health in Youth
Movie-Themed Frozen Refreshments
These Trolls-Inspired ICEE Flavors Celebrate the Upcoming Film
Collaboration Candy Clothing Collections
The Justice x Jelly Belly Collection Has Sweet Styles
Gen Z-Focused Hotel Campaigns
Hyatt Recruits College Athlete Jalin Hyatt to Attract Gen Z
Individualism-Focused Apparel Capsules
Gap Debuts a Collection with The Brooklyn Circus
Animated Turtle Clothing Collections
Shein's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is Kid-Friendly
Unpredictable Fashion Collections
Our Legacy Debuts Its Spring 2024 Line, Titled 'Snow in April'
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Tween-Friendly Apparel Capsules
John Lewis Debuts its First Tween Fashion Collection for Ages 7-12
Youth Culture Telecom Campaigns
Deutsche Telekom's Summer Campaign Connects with Gen Z
Vintage Floral Bedding
Pottery Barn Kids and Teen Debut a Floral Collection with LoveShackFancy
Stigma-Reducing Period Brands
August Relies on Playful and Wholesome Branding
Social Media Star Brands
Toddy Smith Introduces His GothicMochas Clothing Brand
Home Decor Apps
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen Launch Mobile Apps for E-Commerce Sales
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Teen Hygiene Collections
Essynce Moore Launches the New Plant-Based Self-Care Products for Teens
Short-Form Fashion Competitions
#TikTokFashion Challenges Users to Create and Share Their Design
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Light Colored Puffy Outerwear
Unknown Debuts New Drop, Featuring Puffer Jackets and Vests
Millennial-Targeted Gummy Candies
Rotten Gummy Worms are Inspired by 90s Gross-Out Culture
Growth-Inspired Spring-Ready Fashion
FACETASM's Coming of Age Capsule Readies for SS24
Tween-Oriented Content Series
Claire's Launches a New Media Partnership with Sony Pictures TV-Kids
Tween-Targeted Weekly News Shows
Kelsey Russell is the Newest Co-Host of First Stop News
Summer-Ready Kidswear Subscription Boxes
Kidpik Releases Its New Summer-Styled Subscription Box
Parent-Focused TV Campaigns
NatureFresh's TV Campaign Explores How Active Parenting Benefits Kids