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
Premium Gaming Subscription Services
PlayStation Plus Expands Access to Recent Blockbuster Titles
Newsstand-Style Pop-Up Series
Uber Eats x ALDI Celebrated Their Partnership with 'The Daily Feed'
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 Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Menopause Wellness Pop-Up Concepts
Stripes Beauty Ran the Meno Café in the Beginning of October
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
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
Bike-Thru Coffee Pop-Ups
Oatly Opened a Cyclist-First Coffee Destination in Amsterdam
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
Exclusive Restaurant Loyalty Programs
The Wingstop Club Wingstop Loyalty Program is Digital-First
Luxe Wellness Apparel Activations
alo Yoga Featured a Minimalist French Riviera Takeover
Limited-Edition QSR Rewards Ranges
The Latest Wendy’s Rewards Drops are for Members Only
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Subscription Comparison Platforms
AI Subscriptions Helps Users Compare AI Tools In One Place
Curated Newspaper Storefronts
Shreeji Unveiled 'The Village News' as an Offline Summer Ritual
AI Concierge Homes
Casa Offers Subscription-Based Home Maintenance Powered by AI Tools
Social Media Subscription Services
The Instagram Plus Subscription Offers Users Exclusive Features
Spring Skincare Sampling Boxes
The NewBeauty Spring 2026 TestTube Box is Curated
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Mystery Fragrance Subscriptions
Scentbird Society Shares Members-Only Scent Curations
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Spring-Themed Japanese Snack Boxes
Sakuraco Introduces the Summer in Hokkaido Box
Month-Long Luxury Jewellery Pop-Ups
Anne Sportun Fine Jewellery Opens a Month-Long Pop-Up in June
Efficient Fitness Booking Platforms
SPORTL's Pay-as-You-Train Fitness Booking Platform Launches
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
Community-Forward Coffee Spaces
The Coffee Room by Nespresso is a Limited Time Toronto Pop-Up
Smart Retail Technology Expansions
A2Z Cust2Mate Secures Advertising Agreements with Major Brands
Seasonal Living-Focused Tea Subscriptions
Kiara Naturals is Expanding & Introducing a New Service
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Spring-Themed Pastel Drinkware
Starbucks Launches Vibrant Drinkware for Spring
Reimagined Pizza Loyalty Programs
Pizza Hut Reels in Customers with Hut Rewards
Bathing Culture-Inspired Waterfront Events
Therme Group Ran Culture of Bathe-Ing
Pet Care-Focused Mobile Apps
Wag N' Wash Consolidates Its Grooming Services in an App
Weeklong Retailer Deal Events
Walmart Deals Will Offer Discounts on Thousands of Items This Month
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Runner Loyalty Perks
Brooks Launches Member Benefits with Extended Wear Trial
Curated Grocery Platforms Rise
FirstClub Launches Its Curated Grocery Platform
Summer-Ready QSR Loyalty Programs
Chipotle Mexican Grill Brings Back 'Summer of Extras'
Viral Bakery Reinventions
Sainsbury's Launches Dipped Croissants Inspired by Social Pastry Trends
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Seasonal Cocktail Solution Platforms
Lucas Bols Launches Its Stock Your Home Bar Incentive
Soccer Tournament-Timed Snack Promotions
TokyoTreat Announces a Special World Cup Promotion
Female Athlete Wellness Programs
Muse Capital Launched Its Optima Program for Sports Performance
Branded On-Campus Laundry Lounges
'Laundry Lounge Powered by LG' is in Its Pilot Phase
Wellness Destination Memberships
Sweat & Tonic Unveils Holiday Gift Packages for Fitness Lovers
In-Person Creativity Cafe Campaigns
The Made in Starbucks Campaign Spotlights Customer Creativity
Customer Retention Tools
Lively AI Predicts Customer Churn and Suggests Retention Actions
Experiential Loyalty Programs
Lowe's and Live Nation Reward Members with Concert Perks
Luxury Learning Rewards
Education Couture Rewards Summer Reading with Premium Apparel
Fintech Mobile Plans
Cash App Launches an Unlimited 5G Phone Service
Multi-Revenue Fashion Platforms
Rent the Runway expands into resale, ads and cleaning services
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Nutrition Ecosystem Restaurants
Fork to Fit Kitchen links meals, fitness, and wellness tracking
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Ecosystem-Based Loyalty Programs
BMO Connects Travel, Dining and Banking Rewards
AI-Powered Custom Timelines
X Introduced Its Grok-Powered Custom Timelines Platform
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Running Footwear Showrooms
The Brooks Spring/Summer 2027 showroom previews upcoming footwear
Wellness Recovery Events
Toronto's The Wellness Club Hosts an Immersive Social Wellness Experience
Eurasia Athleisure Market Entries
Lululemon Expands Into Six New International Markets
Rewarding Retailer Subscription Services
Ocado Retail Smart Pass Rewards Has Exclusive Offers
Commitment-Based Subscriptions
Apple Introduces Monthly Plans with 12-Month Commitment Options
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
Ai-Powered Fitness Marketplaces
SweatCircle Debuts an AI-Powered Fitness Marketplace
Regional Discovery Dining
Wine Bar Highlights Lesser-Known Regions Through Monthly Tastings
Turkish Cotton Towel Subscriptions
Plush Ritual Emphasizes Softness with the Refresh Plan
Circular Fashion Platforms
eBay Acquired Depop to Grow Its Fashion Resale Ecosystem
Cheeky Wrap-Focused Campaigns
Jimmy John's Introduced the Wrap Exchange
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
On-Demand Laundry Services
Poplin Offers a Seamless, Affordable Experience of a Dreaded Chore
Community Fitness Challenges
SPINCO’s Connect the Dots Challenge Gamified Spring Fitness
Discovery-Driven Beverage Programs
Dog Haus Expands Drinks Into a Menu Exploration Platform
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Executive Innovation Insight Services
Retail Innovation Council And dunnhumby Launch 'RIX'
Cost-Effective Custom-Fit Shirt Bundles
Son of a Tailor’s Summer T-Shirt Bundles Boast Five Shirts
Social Learning Experiences
Lectures on Tap Hosts Expert-Led Discussions in Local Bars
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
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
Curated Pet Subscriptions
Genius Dog's Limited Monthly Boxes Create Moments Between People & Pets
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Empathy-First Loyalty Playbooks
SumUp's CEO Highlights Main Street Tactics For Tech Loyalty
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
Small Business-Honoring Events
Fairfax City Economic Development Brings Back Small Business Month
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Online Dropshipping Seller-Focused Initiatives
Doba Announces Mid-Year Growth Carnival
Premium Ride-Perks Subscriptions
Waymo Premier Is Waymo's New Invite-Only Membership
Robotaxi Membership Programs
Waymo introduces premium perks for frequent autonomous riders
Elevated Casual Fashion
RetailMeNot Spotlights Capri Pants as a Versatile Summer Staple
Subscription-Based Attractions
Six Flags Expands Monthly Memberships Across Regional Parks
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Curated Subscription Tracking Platforms
'SubWatch' Helps Users Manage Subscriptions Proactively
Neighborhood-Specific Pop-Up Events
Cabbagetown BIA Spotlights Around the World in Cabbagetown
Market Analytics Tools
Zabble Insights Turns Google Reviews Into Clear Business Intelligence
Automated Business Listing Profiles
TransUnion Has Launched Its Digital Business Profile
Sizable Athletic Membership Parties
The Athletic Clubs Hosted a Party with 500+ Members
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
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
Educational Running-Focused Activations
The Running Event Opens a Call for Education Sessions
AI-Powered Customer Feedback Systems
Sweat & Tonic Partners with Clootrack to Enhance Experience
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
Retail Membership Ecosystems
Walmart+ Combines Delivery, Shipping, and Streaming Benefits
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
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
Squad Training Business Models
The Athletic Clubs is Growing and Launching in Chicago
Wellness Enterprise-Grade Digital Brands
LeisureLabs Announces Its Sister Company — Connect
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
Data-Led Brand Creation
AS Watson Builds Brands Using Shopper Insights and Loyalty Data
Subscription Billing Tools
Subotiz's Tool Uses AI SaaS to Reduce Customer Acquisition Costs by 30%
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Niche Membership Monetization Strategies
Outfit Formulas Launches Paid Membership With Alison Lumb
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Value-Driven Updated Wedding Programs
Indochino Expands Its Convenience-Focused Service in 2026
Paid Subscriber Thread Features
X Introduced the Creator Subscriptions 2.0 Enhancement
Copywriting Subscription Services
Artlog Provides Flexible Subscription Copywriting For Businesses
Finance Management Tools
Tidve App Brings All Subscriptions Into One Clear, Unified Dashboard
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub