Niche pop-up shops, unusual subscriptions and health-conscious loyalty programs are the most interesting patterns from the June 2014 business trends.
Today, custom subscription services are being utilized by a surplus of businesses across various industries to meet niche consumer needs. From meat subscriptions to washing machine rentals and even mystery gifting subscriptions, there is a wide selection of programs to meet varying consumer needs.
In an effort to encourage positive behavior, many businesses are providing nontraditional incentives. Russian bank Alfa-Bank introduced a program that rewards its customers with money whenever they engage in physical activity. The more movement the app monitors, the more money is deposited into a special savings account.
For more insight and examples of the top June 2014 business trends, check out Trend Hunter's Business Trend Report.
Top 70 Business Trends in June
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Diversified Beauty Photography
Selfridges' Hello Beautiful Imagery Celebrates All Kinds of Beauty
69
Irresistibly Musky Business Cards
These Pheromone Business Cards Reach Out to the Ladies
68
Unpackaged Food Supermarkets
Original Unpacked is Lowering Food Waste by Unconventional Means
67
Smartphone Screen Business Cards
An Apple Engineer Designed a Business Card with an iPhone Screen
66
Creatively Carved Credentials
Elena Damy's Wood Business Cards were Designed by Mattison Creative
65
Church-Based Workplaces
This Historic Church Also Operates as the Imbull Flipit.com Office
64
Gourmet Popcorn Shops
My Crazy Pop Shop in Paris Specializes in Gourmet Popcorn
63
Photo-Lover Fashion Bibles
The 'Dior: The Legendary Images' Book Spans Over 60 Years of Photos
62
Subtly Textured Business Cards
Lulu Dee Designed Understated Cool Business Cards for Cotton & Flax
61
Speedy Sunglasses Delivery Services
Warby Express Has Your Back—Or Eyes—This Long Weekend
60
Hipster Lifestyle Boutiques
Urban Outfitter's Space Ninety 8 Offers Completely Unique Products
59
Personal Fragrance Finder Shops
The Fragrance Lab by Selfridges Perfectly Matches You to a Perfume
58
Swiping Fashion Retail Apps
Kwoller's Fashion Price Tracking Feature Adds to a Tinder-Inspired App
57
Discount Food Delivery Programs
The Munchery Plus Plan Aims to Cut Courier Fees for Meals
56
Literary Light Covers
This Fictional Work Featuring Light Switch Cover is Perfect to the Letter
55
Immersive Sports Stores
Adidas' 'HomeCourt' Stores Take Sports Retailing to the Next Level
54
Romance-Reviving Digital Storytelling
The Chatsfield Changes the Way We Tell Stories Online
53
Cyclist-Focused Cafes
Cafe Velo is for Those on Wheels
52
Diminutive Historical Texts
The Mini Book of Major Events Illustrates Pivotal Moments on Earth
51
Celeb Lifestyle Brand Pop-Ups
The Goop Pop-Up Shop Brings Gwyneth Paltrow's Online Shop to L.A.
50
Secret Social Chat Apps
This Exclusive Social Network App Only Works In Applebee's Restaurants
49
Shared Washer Subscriptions
A Washing Machine Rental Service Saves the Environment and Your Money
48
Budget-Conscious Fashion Retailers
Forever 21 Red Stores Offer Even More Affordable Fashion
47
Absurd Ad Interview Blogs
A Tumblr Archives Strange Advertising Interview Questions and Comments
46
Responsive Digital Receipts
The Square Feedback Digital Receipt Lets Buyers and Sellers Chat
45
Lunar Thirst Quenchers
This Sports Drink is Made with Water From the Moon
44
City Pop-up Books
SCH+ARC Studio Finds Ways to Educate People on a City's History with a Playscape
43
Instant Shopping Scanner Apps
The Powatag App Lets Users Buy Items Wherever They Are
42
Social Media Shopping Carts
#AmazonCart Lets You Add Items to Checkout Later from Twitter
41
Live Profit-Revealing Feeds
WorldPay Zinc Created a Website that Live-Feeds Tech Company Profits
40
Dramatic Makeup Look Ads
The NK Haute Cosmetics Campaign Promotes a One-of-a-Kind Beauty Service
39
Interactive Motion Lookbooks
Stylepit's Lookbook is an Interactive Scrolling Experience
38
Flagship Basketball Superstores
Toronto is Receiving its Own House of Hoops
37
Group Deal Checkout Systems
Groupon's Gnome is an iPad POS System That Makes Redeeming a Deal Easy
36
Clothing Comparison Apps
Virtusize Helps You Compare Clothing Size Online with What You Own
35
New Employee Retention Stats
A Bamboo Infographic Explains the Secrets to Retaining New Hires
34
Rewarding Employment Infographics
This Infographic Rates the Highest Paying Jobs Worldwide
33
Transparent Crowdsourced Startups
Agora is a Democratic & Online Community-Based Beverage Company
32
Meat Subscription Boxes
AgLocal Delivers Pasture-Raised Meats from Family Farms to Homes
31
Fast Food Spanish Donuts
McDonald's Japan Introduces a Mouthwatering McChurro
30
Auditioning Literary Character Ads
The Steimatzky Book Stores Campaign Promotes Personalized Casts
29
Trash-Fuelled Airways
British Airways is Working with Solena Fuels for an Eco-Friendly Alternative
28
Literal Magazine Representations
'i29' Designs a Retail Space for Frame Publishers in Amsterdam
27
Competitive Commercial Pricing Systems
The Boomerang Commerce Program Caters to Small Retailers
26
Copyright Protection Apps
Tagg.Ly Easily Adds a Watermark to Smartphone Pictures
25
Mysterious Letter Subscriptions
The Mystery Envelope Program Sends Unknown Surprises in the Mail
24
Micro-Sized Storage Services
Hoard is a Secure System for Sharing Keys and Other Small Items
23
Consumer-Generated Content Platforms
Offerpop's Activate Boosts Loyalty with User Creations
22
Expansive Book Infographics
This Infographic Catalogs the Most Popular Books Ever Written
21
CEO Advice Publicity Stunts
The 1-844-GIRLBOSS Campaign Builds Confidence and Promotes New Book
20
Video Game Swapping Services
Game Gorilla Lets You Trade Games for the Ones You Really Want
19
Computerizable Job Stats
An Infographic Visualizes Oxford University Data on Job Automation
18
All-Encompassing BBQ Books
This Brazilian Barbecue Bible Would Come in Handy for Upcoming Holidays
17
Crafty Beer Discounts
The Craft Beer Passport Gives Beer Lovers Delicious Discounts on Craft Brews
16
Financial Fitness Incentives
Alfa-Bank Promotes Health and Wealth with its Fitness Banking System
15
Brain-Boosting Arcade Games
The Neuron Race by Kriss-Sport Blends Mutliple Disciplines
14
Interactive Adventurous Autobiographies
A Neil Patrick Harris Book Lets You Choose Your Own Story
13
Life-Swapping Apps
The 20 Day Stranger App Allows Users to Live Life as Someone Else
12
Retail Recommending Booths
Inspiration Corridor Offers Fashion Suggestions and Helps Locate Items
11
Auto-Matchmaking Websites
Volkswagen's New Website is Inspired by Match.com and Tinder
10
Visionary Public Relations Companies
Narrative PR Uses Creativity to Bring Flavor to Companies
9
Charitable Frequent Fliers
The Extra Mile Donates Flights To People Visiting Dying Loved Ones
8
Associate Insight Apps
The Refresh Networking App Helps You Find Common Ground with Contacts
7
Explanatory Web Debate Videos
Hank Green Takes on the New Neutrality Debate in 3 Minutes
6
Retrospective Anniversary Ads
The Fast & Ever-Moving John Lewis Celebrates Its 150th Anniversary
5
Sensitive Submarine eReaders
The Navy eReader Device Will Not Betray Important Information
4
Updated Bird Book Logos
Pelican Books Receive a New Look After Being Out of Commission for Years
3
Literary Fast Food Toys
The McDonald's Happy Meal E-Book Voucher Replaces Traditional Toys
2
Musical Work Attendance Systems
Payroll Hero Lets You Sing a Karaoke to Clock-In at Work
1
Group Matchmaker Sites
The Hankster Club is an Online Site for Finding Group Dates with Friends
Related Ideas
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Newsstand-Style Pop-Up Series
Uber Eats x ALDI Celebrated Their Partnership with 'The Daily Feed'
Next-Gen Laundromats
Plano’s Laundry Lounge Blends UV Tech, Cold Brew, and Workspace Comforts
Luxury Handbag Subscription Tiers
Zero Collective Offers the Handbag Club Membership
Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Wellness Swap Pop-Ups
Bragg's Trendy Trade-In Helped People Exchange Fads for ACV
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Tennis-Forward Pop-Ups
Lacoste’s Activations Serve Up Style Across NYC Ahead of U.S. Open
Nutrition-Forward Treat Shop Pop-Ups
Bloom Nutrition Hosted the Very Successful Treat Shoppe
Highly Personalized Supplement Subscriptions
Joi + Blokes Debuts the Smart Supplement Program
Menopause Wellness Pop-Up Concepts
Stripes Beauty Ran the Meno Café in the Beginning of October
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Consistency-Focused Fitness Programs
The Refreshed Apple Fitness+ Programs are Arriving for 2026
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Fashion Rental Partnerships
Lulu Guinness X By Rotation Bring Iconic Handbags to the Scene
Customizable Cafe Drink Menus
The Official Starbucks Secret Menu is Available on the Brand's App
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Barista-Quality Coffee Subscriptions
Volcanica's Subscription Service Boasts Barista-Quality Milk
Wellness Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
Freshness-Focused Perishable Goods Tools
Simbe Recently Enhanced Its Data Analytics Platform
Spring Skincare Sampling Boxes
The NewBeauty Spring 2026 TestTube Box is Curated
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Mystery Fragrance Subscriptions
Scentbird Society Shares Members-Only Scent Curations
CPG-Focused Innovation Launchpads
Albertsons Companies is Running Its Innovation Launchpad
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
AI Concierge Homes
Casa Offers Subscription-Based Home Maintenance Powered by AI Tools
Fashion-Focused Substack Publications
Tory Burch Launches What Should I Wear? Newsletter
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Flexible Monthly Car Shares
Turo Offers a Low-Commitment Alternative to Traditional Car Ownership
Laundry-Themed Nuptial Events
The LG Launderette of Love is a One-of-a-Kind Wedding Experience
Efficient Fitness Booking Platforms
SPORTL's Pay-as-You-Train Fitness Booking Platform Launches
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions
American Eagle Launches Gen Z-Focused 'Off The Cuff' Publication
Seasonal Living-Focused Tea Subscriptions
Kiara Naturals is Expanding & Introducing a New Service
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Women-Focused Business Grants
Mastercard Opened Its Small Business Fund 2026 to Canadian Women
Business Traveler Wellness Guides
Corporate Traveler Partners with Sweat for a Wellness Guide
Spring-Themed Pastel Drinkware
Starbucks Launches Vibrant Drinkware for Spring
Millennial Nostalgia Banking Campaigns
Allt Bank Playfully Jabs at Millennials' Financial Habits
Tennis-Themed Cafe Refreshments
The Lavazza Wimbledon Promotion is Taking Place at its Flagship
Comprehensive Wellness-Celebrating Initatives
Live Love Spa Marks National Wellness Month
Bathing Culture-Inspired Waterfront Events
Therme Group Ran Culture of Bathe-Ing
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Runner Loyalty Perks
Brooks Launches Member Benefits with Extended Wear Trial
Smart Retail Technology Expansions
A2Z Cust2Mate Secures Advertising Agreements with Major Brands
Boutique Jewelry Concepts
Rocksbox is Expanding Its Presence in Metropolitan Areas
Reimagined Pizza Loyalty Programs
Pizza Hut Reels in Customers with Hut Rewards
Cross-Brand Shop-in-Shops
The IKEA in Best By Pilot Shares Inspirational Kitchen & Laundry Setups
Powerful Household Appliance Lines
Maytag Spotlights Top-Rated Kitchen and Laundry Appliances
AI-Powered Custom Timelines
X Introduced Its Grok-Powered Custom Timelines Platform
Female Athlete Wellness Programs
Muse Capital Launched Its Optima Program for Sports Performance
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Branded On-Campus Laundry Lounges
'Laundry Lounge Powered by LG' is in Its Pilot Phase
Multi-Revenue Fashion Platforms
Rent the Runway expands into resale, ads and cleaning services
Wellness Destination Memberships
Sweat & Tonic Unveils Holiday Gift Packages for Fitness Lovers
Customer Retention Tools
Lively AI Predicts Customer Churn and Suggests Retention Actions
Perks-Filled Activations
The Really Good Mood Machine by Uber Shares Feel-Good Surprises
Online Coffee Subscriptions
Trade Coffee Offers Locally Sourced Roasts
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Commitment-Based Subscriptions
Apple Introduces Monthly Plans with 12-Month Commitment Options
Consumer-Driven Juice Bar Menus
The Latest Clean Juice Menu Focuses on Nutrition and Flavor
Eurasia Athleisure Market Entries
Lululemon Expands Into Six New International Markets
Wellness Recovery Events
Toronto's The Wellness Club Hosts an Immersive Social Wellness Experience
Cafe-Focused Consulting Services
Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea Runs the '7 Steps to Success' Program
Curated Horror Subscriptions
the Tales of the Weird Subscription Offered Eerie Stories
App Strategy Insights
ScreensDesign Reveals Proven Tactics Behind Top iOS Subscription Apps
Progress-Focused Fitness Partnerships
lululemon and The Athletic Clubs Boost the Yet Philosophy
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
Turkish Cotton Towel Subscriptions
Plush Ritual Emphasizes Softness with the Refresh Plan
Cheeky Wrap-Focused Campaigns
Jimmy John's Introduced the Wrap Exchange
Group Chat Insights
Discover WhatsApp Group Trends And Stats With ZapZipped’s Yearly Recaps
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Streamline Email Management Tools
Yahoo Mail Has Introduced an Innovative 'Catch Up' Feature
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Nourishing Personality-Packed Combos
The New Summer Jamba Bundles Tap into Popular Personas
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Executive Innovation Insight Services
Retail Innovation Council And dunnhumby Launch 'RIX'
Climate-Friendly Laundry Initiatives
Samsung and Coolblue Energie are Sharing Free Electricity
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Luxury Beauty Destinations
A Niche Beauty Destination Offers Premium Services
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Empathy-First Loyalty Playbooks
SumUp's CEO Highlights Main Street Tactics For Tech Loyalty
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Exclusive Rental Newsletters
BelowTheMarket Launches Exclusive Rental Alert Service for Toronto
Customization-Forward Valentine's Day Gifts
Sugarwish Highlights Customizable Gift Preferences
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Credit-Back Delivery Service Subscriptons
The Zapp+ Subscription Service Offers 10% Back on Orders
Community Fitness Challenges
SPINCO’s Connect the Dots Challenge Gamified Spring Fitness
Subscription Tracking Tools
Bills Helps You Track Subscriptions And Stay On Top Of Your Budget
Summery Mexican Cuisine Deals
Chipotle Summer of Extras is Arriving for Chipotle Rewards Members
Curated Subscription Tracking Platforms
'SubWatch' Helps Users Manage Subscriptions Proactively
Personalized Book Subscription Services
The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore Delights Avid Readers
Appreciative Brand Anniversary Activations
T-Mobile Launched a Thankiversary Celebration
Adventurous Summertime Retailer Promotions
The Maverik Summer Deals Prioritize Cost Savings
Cost-Effective Custom-Fit Shirt Bundles
Son of a Tailor’s Summer T-Shirt Bundles Boast Five Shirts
Sizable Athletic Membership Parties
The Athletic Clubs Hosted a Party with 500+ Members
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Automated Business Listing Profiles
TransUnion Has Launched Its Digital Business Profile
Rewarding BNPL Memberships
Klarna Memberships Come in Premium and Max Tiers
Subscription Tracking Platforms
Subscription Day² Tracks Renewals, Spending, and Insights
Gym Growth-Focused Platforms
Gym Launch and ABC Fitness Partner to Enhance Operations
Small Business-Honoring Events
Fairfax City Economic Development Brings Back Small Business Month
Visual Subscription Managers
Sub Blocks Organizes And Tracks Subscriptions With A Fun Dashboard
Custom Motivation Apps
Motus Delivers Personalized Daily Quotes To Support Mindset Growth
AI-Powered Customer Feedback Systems
Sweat & Tonic Partners with Clootrack to Enhance Experience
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Streamlined Holiday Shopping
Yes, More & Co Simplifies Holiday Shopping With Daily SMS Deals
Subscription Manager Tools
Subbbed Helps Track Subscriptions With Alerts and Spending Analytics
On-Demand Skiwear Rentals
By Rotation And Uber Enable Rapid Ski Outfit Delivery
Subscription Management Tools
Subscription Manager Helps You Track and Organize All Subscriptions
Wellness Enterprise-Grade Digital Brands
LeisureLabs Announces Its Sister Company — Connect
Squad Training Business Models
The Athletic Clubs is Growing and Launching in Chicago
Flexible Meal Delivery Brands
Daily Harvest Launches an Optional Subscription Model for 2026
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Exclusive Threads Subscription Features
X Launches Creator Subscriptions with Exclusive Threads
Subscription Billing Tools
Subotiz's Tool Uses AI SaaS to Reduce Customer Acquisition Costs by 30%
Niche Membership Monetization Strategies
Outfit Formulas Launches Paid Membership With Alison Lumb
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Elevated At-Home Dining Subscriptions
The Gousto Premium Range Features Three Tiers
Value-Driven Updated Wedding Programs
Indochino Expands Its Convenience-Focused Service in 2026
Email Subscription Management Features
Gmail Launched a New Subscriptions Tab for Recurring Emails
Paid Subscriber Thread Features
X Introduced the Creator Subscriptions 2.0 Enhancement
Copywriting Subscription Services
Artlog Provides Flexible Subscription Copywriting For Businesses
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub