From unstaffed denim stores to trying on clothing items in AR, this list of February 2019 retail innovations explores some of the ways in which brands are changing to appeal to the modern consumer. This list features plenty examples of tech integration and personalization, demonstrating a consumer's demand for more autonomy and efficiency.
The Dollar Store has extended to the online world, offering Canadian consumers an eCommerce platform that prioritizes convenience and affordability. Meanwhile, an unstaffed denim store has opened in Seoul, offering an experimental business model as the location is open 24/7.
With Valentine's Day around the corner, a jewelry store in New York City is enabling consumers to purchase fine jewelry from a vending machine, offering a convenient and unique experience that streamlines purchasing jewelry, while making it more accessible.
Top 60 Retail Innovations in February
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Productive Hybrid Retail Concepts
The We Company Launches a Shop, Cafe and a Work Space
59
Next-Gen Shopping Showcases
NXP's 'Smart Market' Exhibits Retail Solutions for Today and Tomorrow
58
Softened Futuristic Retail Interiors
Xian Xiang Design's Boutique Design Boasts Pink Glass
57
Slow Luxury Beauty Shops
The Atelier Beauté Chanel Encourages Guests to Explore Leisurely
56
Digital Personal Shopping Assistants
Piktorlabs' 'VERA' Recommends Based on Popular Styles & Media
55
Affordable Online Shopping Sites
Zebit Offers Zero Percent Interest on Millions of Items
54
Solo Valentine Shops
Sour Patch's Valentine's Day Shop is Devoted to "Singles Appreciation Day"
53
Digital Grocery Stores
Kroger and Microsoft are Transforming the In-Store Shopping Experience
52
Playfully Colorful Showroom Designs
Hem's Los Angeles Store Boasts a Gigantic Painted Installation
51
Pop-Up Skincare Cafes
Singapore's L’Occitane Store Featured a Provence-Inspired Cafe Activation
50
App User-Exclusive Pop-Up Experiences
This Nike Pop-Up in Atlanta is Compatible with the SNKRS App
49
Accommodating Convenience Markets
The Alltown Fresh Concept Caters to Various Dietary Preferences
48
Luxe Joint Menswear Capsules
Lucky Blue Smith Stars in the KITH Versace Menswear Lookbook
47
AR Diamond Ring Try-Ons
Helzberg Diamonds is Introducing a Next-Gen Diamond-Buying Experience
46
Jewelry Vending Machines
Marla Aaron's In-Store Machine Offers a New Way to Buy Fine Jewelry
45
Playfully Interactive Music Pop-Ups
The Moog House of Electronicus Temporarily Opened in LA
44
Design-Friendly Car Dealership Pop-Ups
Auto Classic BMW's Perth Dealership Celebrated Local Design
43
Contemporary British Streetwear Editorials
Wavey Garms Spotlights Its Key Offerings for SS 2019
42
Branded Candy-Themed Sundaes
The Wienerschnitzel Candy Sundaes Come in Three Delicious Varieties
41
V-Day-Specific Branding Initiatives
Smith&+Village Outfits Harvey Nichols' Luxury Chocolates
40
Hybrid Shanghai Retail Spaces
Office Coastline Designs a Multi-Purpose Space with Delicate Motifs
39
Gamified Training Apps
The Walmart Spark City App Challenges Trainees in a Virtual Retail Setting
38
Terracotta-Accented Retail Spaces
Kengo Kuma Creates an Intricate Interior for Camper Retail Site
37
Luxury Luggage Boutiques
The Rimowa Flagship Store in Japan Celebrates Elegance and Functionality
36
Vegetable Rice Substitutes
Pei Wei Has Added a Cauliflower Rice Option as a Healthier Substitution
35
Contemporary Pop Streetwear
Eli Russell Linnetz Creates His First Collection With Nike
34
Lavish Lifestyle Boutiques
RDAI's Hermès Osaka Store Embodies the Brand's Elegant Legacy
33
Voice-Activated Shopping Assistants
In BevMo! Stores, 'Smart Aisle' Offers Product Recommendations
32
Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops
Foot Locker's 'Power Store' is a Hub for Art & Sneaker Culture
31
Unstaffed Denim Stores
The LAB101 Denim Store Design Explores a New Format for Fashion Retail
30
P2P Marketplace Apps
'Storr' Lets Anyone Open a Free Store from Their Phone in Three Clicks
29
Contemporary Brooklyn Footwear Showrooms
Bower Designs a Fluid Space for Shoe Brand Gray Matters
28
Shareable Valentine's Day Desserts
The Baskin-Robbins Love & Kisses Sundae Costs Just $5
27
Internationally Inspired Peanut Chocolates
These New M&M’s Flavors are Limited-Edition
26
Digital-First Design Flagships
New York's One Kings Lane Flagship Store Fosters Creativity
25
Golden Turmeric Coffee Drinks
These New Peet's Coffee Drinks Have a Warm Profile
24
AI-Integrated Shopping Carts
The Caper Smart Cart Revolutionizes Grocery Shopping
23
Blue-Accented Menswear Flagship Stores
Jack Erwin's NY Store Has an Elegant & Minimalist Aesthetic
22
Sculptural Metallic Pet Shops
This Modern Pet Shop in China Repurposes an Old Slaughterhouse
21
Online Dollar Store Platforms
A Dollarama Online Store is Now Accessible to Canadian Consumers
20
Handwoven Year-Round Furniture Sets
Mr. Backyard Makes Affordable Handwoven Outdoor Furniture
19
Interactive Home Electronics Boutiques
Yorkdale's Dyson Demo Store Encourages Product Interaction
18
Autonomous eCommerce Delivery Robots
The Amazon Scout Robot will Start Delivering in Washington
17
AR Shoe Try-On Apps
Wannaby's 'Wanna Kicks' Puts Sneakers on Feet with Augmented Reality
16
Techy Free Creative Workshops
Apple Hosts Educational Sessions to Enhance Customer Experience
15
Mall-Based Ride-Share Initiatives
Lyft is Offering More Convenient Car-Sharing Experiences
14
AI Fulfillment Engines
IBM's Watson Order Optimizer Learns Intelligently and Makes Predictions
13
Charitable Warm Winter Initiatives
The Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation Works with Macy's
12
Traceable CPG Packaging
Digimarc and HP Created a Serialized Package Printing Solution
11
Discount-Notifying Shopping Apps
Pick n Pay's Mobile Community is Centered Around Price Specials
10
Cheesy Snack-Topped Sandwiches
The KFC Cheetos Sandwich is Being Test Marketed by the QSR Brand
9
Elite Wine Subscription Services
The Wine Club Program by Cooper's Hawk Gives Members Elite Access
8
Dynamic Cooler Ads
Cooler Screens Commercial Freezer Doors Collect Data to Deliver Targeted Ads
7
Assistive Apparel Hangtags
Digimarc's 'Barcode for Apparel' Shows Styles Not on the Retail Floor
6
AR Eyewear Try-Ons
Warby Parker's AR App Helps Shoppers Virtually Try on Glasses
5
Vegan QSR Kids Meals
The McDonald's Sweden Vegan Happy Meal Comes with Falafels
4
AR Tent-Previewing Experiences
Mountain Hard Wear's AR Tech Simplifies Shopping for Outdoor Gear
3
Cheesy Pretzel Crust Pizzas
The Little Caesars Stuffed Pretzel Crust Pizza Has a Crispy Profile
2
AI Visual Search Tools
Syte's VSN Lets Consumers Browse by Showing Versus Telling
1
Versatile Outdoor Adventure Jackets
The Packsture Jacket is Breathable, Warm and Adjustable
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Samurai-Inspired Fashion Runways
This Boris Bidjan Saberi Collection Has Eastern-Informed Motifs
Productive Hybrid Retail Concepts
The We Company Launches a Shop, Cafe and a Work Space
Sandwich Shop Subscription Boxes
Arby's Launched an 'Arby’s of the Month' Subscription Service
Next-Gen Shopping Showcases
NXP's 'Smart Market' Exhibits Retail Solutions for Today and Tomorrow
Connected Kettlebells
JAXJOX Showcased Its Smart Kettlebell for High-Tech Workouts at CES 2019
Valentine's Day Sneaker Releases
Nike and Emotionally Unavailable Work with an AF 1 Silhouette
QSR Mascot Rugs
KFC Created a Quirky Limited-Edition Faux Fur Rug for Valentine's Day
Digital Personal Shopping Assistants
Piktorlabs' 'VERA' Recommends Based on Popular Styles & Media
Artistic Health Pop-Ups
Special K's Escape the Nonsense Breaks Myths & Promotes Healthy Nutrition
Digital Grocery Stores
Kroger and Microsoft are Transforming the In-Store Shopping Experience
Football-Inspired Streetwear Lines
Heron Preston x Nike Collaboration Launches for Super Bowl LIII
Pop-Up Skincare Cafes
Singapore's L’Occitane Store Featured a Provence-Inspired Cafe Activation
App User-Exclusive Pop-Up Experiences
This Nike Pop-Up in Atlanta is Compatible with the SNKRS App
Pro-GMO Chocolates
Ethos Chocolate is on a Mission to Demystify GMO Farming
Kimono-Inspired Menswear
The Wacko Maria Spring/Summer 2019 Collection Feature Japanese Designs
Cupcake-Inspired Chocolates
Godiva Created a Cupcake Collection of Chocolates for Valentine's Day
Interactive Coffee Farms
Starbucks Opened the Dewata Coffee Sanctuary in Bali
AR Diamond Ring Try-Ons
Helzberg Diamonds is Introducing a Next-Gen Diamond-Buying Experience
Wooden AR Desktop Toys
The 'Deskfruit' Augmented Reality Object Brings Digital Fun to Your Day
Contemporary British Streetwear Editorials
Wavey Garms Spotlights Its Key Offerings for SS 2019
Ornate Accessory Flagships
The Christian Louboutin Miami Store References the Brand's Heritage
Composite Technical Fabrics
The Dyneema Project Pushes Creativity Using Composite Fabric Materials
Adult Product Subscription Services
NotVanilla Club Delivers Premium Adult Products Each Month
Synthetic-Accented Translucent Sneakers
Nike's Latest React Element 87 Shoes Showcase Stitching
AR-Enabled Billboards
Snapchat's Vertical Billboard Promotes a Snap Original Show
Hybrid Shanghai Retail Spaces
Office Coastline Designs a Multi-Purpose Space with Delicate Motifs
Pink-Hued Chocolate Wafers
Trader Joe’s New Ruby Cacao Wafers are Made from Cacao Beans
Luxe Stereotype-Breaching Menswear
The Versace Man FW19 Capsule Reflects the Idea of a Modern Man
Terracotta-Accented Retail Spaces
Kengo Kuma Creates an Intricate Interior for Camper Retail Site
Luxury Luggage Boutiques
The Rimowa Flagship Store in Japan Celebrates Elegance and Functionality
Lavish Lifestyle Boutiques
RDAI's Hermès Osaka Store Embodies the Brand's Elegant Legacy
Inclusive Rainbow Roses
Morrisons' Colorful Roses Support the LGBTQ+ Community
Americana-Inspired Menswear Collections
Woolrich and Griffin Studio Join Forces for a SS19 Capsule
Glass-Ceilinged Cat Pop-Ups
The Cats on Glass Gallery Features Shelter Cats & Low-Tracking Litter
Flavor Combination Mashup Cereals
Cap’n Crunch’s Chocolatey Berry Crunch is Limited-Edition
Basketball Player Bobblehead Collectibles
The Michael Jordan Funko Pop Figure Honors the Athlete
Personalized Supplement Appliances
The Mixfit Vue Offers Nutritional Support in a Customized Drink
Unstaffed Denim Stores
The LAB101 Denim Store Design Explores a New Format for Fashion Retail
Subtly Branded All-White Collections
Diamond Supply Co. and Coca-Cola Launch a Pure White Range
Charitable VIP Tour Experiences
Ozzy Osbourne and Omaze Team Up for a Unique Charitable Experience
Reality Star Charity Booths
An Undateables Star Helped Draw Visitors to Cancer Research UK's Booth
Charitable Custom Basketball Sneakers
The Under Armour Curry 6 are Worn & Signed by Stephen Curry
Romantic Donut Bouquets
Harry and David is Selling a Bouquet Made Up of 10 Mini Donuts
Contemporary Brooklyn Footwear Showrooms
Bower Designs a Fluid Space for Shoe Brand Gray Matters
Social Mission Snack Bars
This Bar Saves Lives' New Gluten-Free Snack Bars are Kid-Friendly
African Grocery Delivery Services
OneCart is the Leading On-Demand Grocery Service in South Africa
Textile-Centric Spring Menswear
Siees Marjan's SS19 Capsule Highlight Soft Tactile Elements
Shareable Valentine's Day Desserts
The Baskin-Robbins Love & Kisses Sundae Costs Just $5
Soccer-Inspired Bright Streetwear
hummel and Willy Chavarria Design a Joint Capsule for SS19
Designer Vegan Furniture
Philippe Starck Uses Apple Leather for a Furniture Collection for Cassina
Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Bob's Red Mill Launched Bob's Better Bars at the Winter Fancy Food Show
Consumer-Inspired Sneakers
adidas and Foot Locker are Co-Creating Data-Driven 'AM4' Shoes
Digital-First Design Flagships
New York's One Kings Lane Flagship Store Fosters Creativity
Touring Bauhaus Buses
Van Bo Le-Mentzel Designs a Traveling, Architectural, Apartment-Like Vehicle
Pink Cocoa-Covered Popcorns
Harry & David's 'Moose Munch' is a Ruby Chocolate-Covered Popcorn
Branded Luxury Fashion Apps
The Balmain App Connects to Younger Consumers and Offers AR Content
AI-Integrated Shopping Carts
The Caper Smart Cart Revolutionizes Grocery Shopping
Blue-Accented Menswear Flagship Stores
Jack Erwin's NY Store Has an Elegant & Minimalist Aesthetic
Valentine's Day Ice Creams
Ben & Jerry's 'Love Is ...' is Mouth-Watering, Aesthetically Speaking
Sculptural Metallic Pet Shops
This Modern Pet Shop in China Repurposes an Old Slaughterhouse
Comforting AR Bandages
Bandai's Bandages for Kids Bring Super Sentai & PreCure Characters to Life
Sustainable Gourmet Burgers
The 'Toltec Royale' by Chef David Ruiz Features a Blended Meat Recipe
Chocolaty Lemon-Flavored Cookies
Nestlē's White Chip Lemon Cookies are Back for a Limited Time
Interactive Home Electronics Boutiques
Yorkdale's Dyson Demo Store Encourages Product Interaction
Peanut Butter Cup Bouquets
The Reese's Extravaganza Bouquet is Even Sweeter Than Flowers
Heart-Shaped French Cookies
Costco's Le Chic Pâtissier Macarons Come in the Shape of Tiny Hearts
Music-Centric Charity Events
Kanye West Gifts Sneakers to Orphans at the Masulita Children's Home
AR Shoe Try-On Apps
Wannaby's 'Wanna Kicks' Puts Sneakers on Feet with Augmented Reality
Fuzzy Patchwork Sneakers
Converse's New Chuck Taylor Design Boasts a Playfully Bold Aesthetic
Tailored Layering Winter Menswear
MR PORTER Launches a New Mr.P Collection for the Cole Seasons
Food Waste Cookies
Renewal Mill's Chocolate Chip Cookies Use Okara Flour Made with Soybean Pulp
AR Whisky Gift Boxes
Shackleton Whisky & Shazam Created an Adventurous, Arctic AR Experience
Luxury Retailer Charity Pop-Ups
Profits from Harrods' Fashion Re-told Will Be Donated to the NSPCC
Festive Christmas Pop-Up Bars
The Miracle Montreal Bar Shares Its Profits with Children's Charity
AR Craft Beer Packaging
Devils Backbone Brewing Co. Launched Storytelling AR Packaging
Design Industry Journey Books
The RAF SIMONS ARCHIVE BOOK is a Hefty 700 Pages and Splits into Two
Red Leather Padded Sneakers
Verdy Unveils 'Girls Don't Cry' Sneaker Iterations with Nike SB
All-in-One Vacuum Organizers
The Conceptual 'Revolver' Vacuum Keeps Components Together
Assistive Apparel Hangtags
Digimarc's 'Barcode for Apparel' Shows Styles Not on the Retail Floor
AR Eyewear Try-Ons
Warby Parker's AR App Helps Shoppers Virtually Try on Glasses
Pink Pretzel Bites
Pretzelmaker is Offering Valentine's Day Pretzels in a Cinnamon Sugar Flavor
High-Top Padded Sneakers
Nike's Latest Air Force 1 High ’07 Recalls the Original Colorway
Dual-Filled Single-Serve Chocolates
The 'ESC Duoz' Chocolates Feature Side-by-Side Flavors
Shareable Valentine's Shakes
Hard Rock Cafe's Sweetheart Shake is a Boozy Treat for Two
Emoji-Themed Peanut Butter Cups
The New Reese's Lovemoji Packages Feature Cheeky Emojis
Fudge-Dipped Cookie Bites
The New Fudge-Dipped Chips Ahoy! Thin Bites are a Chocolate Lovers Dream
Fragrant Fuchsia Gin Liqueurs
The New Eden Mill Love Gin Liqueur Sports a Vibrant Color
Cookie-Flavored Hot Chocolates
The Chips Ahoy! Hot Cocoa is Available Only at 7-Eleven
Signature Sundae Pints
Serendipity 3 is Now Packaging Its Iconic 'Frrrozen Hot Chocolate'
Transportation Subscription Services
Uber's Ride Pass is Available in Five Different Cities
Video Game Charity Events
GameStop Gives and Extra Life Support Children's Miracle Network
Romantic Pink Chocolates
This Valentine's Day Confection from Harry & David Features a Natural Hue
Waste-Reducing Cooking Schools
Tesco's Community Cookery School Repurposes Surplus Food
Frozen Fruity Chocolate Desserts
Blue Bell Raspberry Fudge Brownie Ice Cream is Limited-Edition
Dark Vegan Truffles
Alter Eco's 'Superdark Truffles' are Decadent and Plant-Based