Though most people immediately think of Juan Ponce de Leon, the turn of the 16th century Spanish explorer, when they talk about youth, the September 2017 youth trends reveal a far broader set of concepts. The youth today are creative, engaged, and well informed, and the products and ideas targeted towards them reflect those qualities.
Kids and teens are far more immersed in the digital ecosystem than their older counterparts, and there are many products devoted to making that second life safer. 'Shine', for example, is a new texting service that lets kids address any anxieties they have about going back to school through a medium with which they're more comfortable. Tbh is another app that lets users hand out anonymous compliments to one another, helping to boost kids' self-esteem.
Top 30 Youth Trends in September
From Trampoline Bed Exhibits to Chocolate Tyrannosaurus Rexes:
Joey Haar — Sep 28, 2017 — Life-Stages
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Anonymous Truth-Telling Apps
The Tbh App Lets Users Anonymously Rate Their Friends
29
Bamboo Toy Cars
These Eco Toys Made from Bamboo Shoots are Natural, Beautiful and Sustainable
28
Compact Capsular Trackers
The Ora Kids Tracker is a Convenient Wearable for Highly Active Children
27
Educational Kitchen Accessories
'Safe Slice' Kitchenware Teaches Kids About Portion Control
26
Color-In Car Rentals
These Hertz Rental Cars Feature Coloring Book Upholstery to Entertain Kids
25
App-Enabled Children's Toys
Sphero: SPRK Edition is Teaching Kids of All Ages to Code
24
Millennial Parent Restaurant Rebrandings
Chuck E. Cheese Restaurants Have Been Stylishly Revamped
23
Collectible Egg Carton Toys
Hatchimals' Newest 'Colleggtibles' for Kids Take the Form of Cartons
22
Moon-Shaped Rocking Chairs
A Half-Moon Has Been Added to Maison Deux's Rocking Chair Collection
21
All-Organic Lunch Kits
The New Lunchables Organic Kits are Free from Artificial Additives
20
Chocolate Tyrannosaurus Rexes
The Chocolate Construction T. Rex is an Archaeological Treat
19
Combative Unicorn Card Games
'Unstable Unicorns' is Card Game That Pits Friends Against Another
18
Educational Water Events
The Children's Water Festival Highlights the Importance of Conservation
17
Protein-Packed Snack Sets
Horizon Organic's Good & Go! Snacks Boast Five or More Grams of Protein
16
One-Touch 3D Printers
'Toybox' is an Easy-to-Use, Kid-Friendly 3D Printer for Crafting Toys
15
Charitable Hearing Aid Nonprofits
'Ears On' Provides Children in Need with Recycled Hearing Aids
14
Unobtrusive Fever Indicators
'Fever Bugz' Can Be Stuck to a Child's Forehead for 48 Hours
13
Unisex Teen Skincare
SAMFARMER Creates Unisex Personal Care Products for Youth
12
Vacation-Edition Board Games
The Game of Life Now Features Vacation Cards Inspired by TripAdvisor
11
Vegetable-Rich Ice Lollies
Pip Organic's Healthy Popsicles Boast Sneaky Vegetable Additions
10
Theme Park-Branded Rideshares
The Lyft 'Minnie Van' Will Drive Passengers to Disney Theme Parks
9
Anxiety-Focused Texting Services
This Back to School Texting Service Addresses Classroom Pressures
8
Soundtrack-Accompanied Bedtime Stories
The 'Novel Effect' App Uses Voice Recognition Technology
7
Free-From Quinoa Snacks
NurturMe Brands Its Gluten-Free, Probiotic-Rich Snacks as 'Tummy Friendly'
6
Kid-Friendly VR Goggles
Merge Virtual Reality Goggles Let Users Interact with Digital Objects
5
Trampoline Bed Installations
Virgin Media Promoted Its Virgin TV Kids App with a Jumping Apparatus
4
Budgeting Student Wearables
The POSB Smart Buddy Programme Introduces Money Management to Kids
3
Fidget Toy Chat Apps
'Fidget Spinner Live' Helps Users Video Chat with Others While Spinning
2
Video App Messengers
The YouTube App Now Offers a New Way to Share YouTube Videos
1
Lookalike Doll Competitions
Lottie Dolls is Now Creating Toys 'Inspired by Real Kids'
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Fidgeting Desk Toys
The 'Moon Drop' is a Space-Inspired Desk Toy
Glamorous F1 Experiences
Heineken's More Than a Race Campaign Shows the Magic of the F1 Experience
Discreet Live-Streaming Necklaces
Ubiquiti's Frontrow Can Capture All of Life's Precious Moments
Luxe Anti-Distraction Toys
Caviar Fidget Spinners are Made Out of 18-karat Gold and Diamonds
Feminine Ring Fidget Spinners
The Vinci Ring is an Elegant Spinner with a Discreet Aesthetic
Paper Component Toys
The 'Papier Machine' Printed Circuits are Compiled in a Book
Haunting Scavenger Hunts
Annabelle Teamed Up with Mezco to Take Over Ripley's Believe It Or Not!
Gaming App Pop-Up Cafes
The Candy Crush Cafe Was Hosted Over a Two-Day Period in London
In-Car Vending Machines
Cargo Lets Uber Drivers Earn Extra Money Selling In-Car Essentials
Pastry-Inspired Furniture
The CAKE Collection is as Curvy and Enticing as Its Name Suggests
How Clouds Impact Climate Change
Dr. Kate Marvel Discusses How Clouds Affect The Climate
Retractable Restaurant Extensions
This Retractable Wall System Accommodates More Dining Guests
Self-Cleaning Green Fish Tanks
'Back to the Roots' Water Garden Grows Organic Herbs and Sprouts
TV-Watching Retreats
Three Mobile, Samsung and Netflix Launched a 'Bed 'N' Binge' Retreat
Connected Speaker Fidget Spinners
The 'Spinneroo' Fidget Toy Spinner Plays Music and Displays Text
Indoor Plant-Watering Systems
'Sanhih' Waters Plants When Users Go Away on Vacation
Crop-Growing Shipping Containers
Freight Farm Grows the Equivalent of Two Acres of Farm Land
Soothing Edamame Bean Keychains
The 'Squeeze-a-Bean' Edamame Fidget Keychain Keeps Hands Busy
Contemporary Rocking Chairs
Scott Wilson's 'Fulton Rocker' Re-Imagines the Classic Design
Reversible Egg Toys
MAAD Toys is Launching a Transformative Angry Birds Soft Toy Range
Immersive Sci-Fi Hotels
Disney's Interactive Hotel Welcomes Fans into the World of Star Wars
Folding Food-Grilling Fire Pits
The Kwik-Pit Portable Steel Fire Pit Works with Wood or Charcoal
Multi-Sensory Japanese Restaurants
Waka Haiku Setsugekka's Design is Reflective of Japan's Cuisine
Tech-Enhanced Sous-Vide Tools
The Nise Wave Schedules and Cooks Pre-Programmed Recipes
Shoppable Makeover Webseries
Amazon's New Home Makeover Show, 'Overhaul,' Will Feature YouTubers
Detachable Indestructible Dog Toys
The 'Tearribles' Dog Toys are Meant to Come Apart
Inflatable Furniture Concepts
This Furniture for Children Replaces Screws with Balloons
Solar Eclipse-Themed Doughnuts
Krispe Kreme's Solar Eclipse Treat Puts a Dark Twist on a Classic
Fidget Spinner Bath Bombs
The Lush Bubble Spinner is Meant to be the Ultimate Relaxation Device
Rapper-Collaborated Summer Sneakers
Tyler the Creator and Converse Unveiled Their New Shoe Design
Celebratory Luxury Cakes
TWG Tea Unveiled its Collection of Mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival
Clothespin-Inspired Chairs
The Molletta Chair Features Dangerously Angular Legs
Grunge Legend Art Displays
These Kurt Cobain Paintings Will Be Showcased at the Seattle Art Fair
Traveler Water-Purifying Bottles
The GRAYL Ultralight Water Purifier Bottle is Designed for Travel
Cake-Filled Chocolate Bars
Nestlé Japan Released a Chocolate Cake Kit Kat Bar
Branded Solar Eclipse Experiences
Warby Parker Offered a Pinhole Projection Template and More
Minimalist Designer Toy Cars
The Ikonic Toys Wood Toy Cars are Intentionally Kept Simple
Bamboo Mouse Pads
This Eco-Friendly Mouse Pad Also Functions As a Desk Organizer
Flavor-Maintaining Coffee Makers
The 'Coffee Gator' Pour Over Coffee Makers Ensure Optimal Brews
Pacifier-Affixed Baby Toys
The WubbaNub Pacifier Toys Help to Calm and Soothe a Child
TV-Inspired Installations
This Better Call Saul Pop-Up Was Installed in Saul, Gloucestershire
Handmade Balancing Board Games
The Wood Balancing Game is Crafted from Premium Materials
Carbon Fiber Fidget Spinners
The 'MINIMA' High-Quality Fidget Spinners Come in Three Styles
Inclusive Doll Wheelchairs
The Lammily Wheelchair Sets a New Standard for Inclusivity in Toys
Heat-Resistant Popsicles
These Sweet Ice Cream Treats Won't Melt in the Sun
Weight-Sensitive Stovetops
The 'Ecothermo' is a Smart Stovetop That Ignites on Its Own
Binge-Watching River Cruises
Three and Time Out London are Offering Netflix on the River Thames
Disney-Inspired Vehicles
The 'Minnie Van' a Four-Wheeled Tribute to Minnie Mouse
Square-Framed Chair Sculptures
'Shadows in the Window' Highlights Individualism in Urban Settings
Jumpstarting Portable Backup Batteries
The 'CRANK Juice Box' Can Charge Devices and Jumpstart Cars
Opulent Sci-Fi Chess Sets
The S.T. Dupont Star Wars Chess Set Has a $128,000 Price Tag
Body-Launching Water Toys
The Fat Boys Blob Launch Pad Offers Intense Fun on the Water
Sound Personalization Headphones
The EVEN EarPrint H2 Wireless Headphones are Customizable
Chess and AI
Garry Kasparov's Computer Speech Preaches Embracing Artificial Intelligence
Chocolate-Dipped Squid Ice Creams
The Giapo Kitchen Squid Ice Cream is Charmingly Delicious
Scannable Coloring Books
The Color Notebook Lets Parents Save Kids Artwork Before Reusing It
Unbranded Phone Case Designs
The HSBC Mobile Studio Tour Lets Users Create Customized Phone Cases
Villainous Postage Stamps
USPS Issued a Collection of Disney Villain-Inspired Postage Stamps
Wood-Powered Ovens
The Toto Grill Oven Includes Wok Support and a Traditional Brick Oven
Deep Learning Finance Apps
The 'Astra' Banking Application Helps You Better Manage Finances
Portable Outdoor Rocking Chairs
The GCI Waterside Beach Rocker Chair Relaxes You When Shoreside
Disguised Artwork Board Games
The Mr. Pips Liar's Bluffing Dice Cup Game is Meant to be Displayed
Ancient Relic-Inspired Chocolates
Salvatore Spataro's Line of Chocolate Replicates Ancient Tools
Literal Bamboo Beverage Branding
The Conceptual Bamboo Juice Looks Like a Stick of the Plant
In-Store Pizza Pick-Up Stations
Little Caesars' Pizza Portal is a Place to Grab Mobile Orders
Letter-Shaped Toy Blocks
Alphabuild Blocks are Unrestricted Magnetic Learning Toys
Charitable Bamboo Sunglasses
Amevie's Stylish Bamboo Sunglasses Help Children in Need
Activist Card Games
'Cards Against Humanity for Her' Was Made as a Protest to the Tampon Tax
Portable Adaptable Dwellings
The 'SCARAB' Remote Living Habitat Can be Placed Virtually Anywhere
Text-Based Shopping Services
PopSugar's 'Must Have It' Enables Consumers to Shop by Texting "Yes"
Breakfast Ramen Recipes
This Sophisticated Noodle Soup Features Runny Eggs and Crisp Bacon Slices
Left-Handed Notebooks
The Leftybook is a Notebook Designed for Left-Handed Writers
Anonymous Social Messengers
'Sarahah' Lets Users Send Anonymous Messages Through Snapchat
Pod-Encased Woodland Toys
Golden Bear's Bush Baby Range Pairs with 'Bush Baby World' Webisodes
Mixed-Reality Board Games
'Echelon' is a Hololens Game That is Like Star Wars' Holochess
Sustainable Bamboo Slip-Ons
'Bam-On' Shoes are Made from Bamboo Recovered from Construction Sites
Digital Crossover Board Games
The Uncharted: Monopoly Board Game Expands the Franchise
Agave-Sweetened Popsicles
Goodpop's Watermelon Popsicles are Naturally Sweetened with Agave
Festive Snack-Filled Baubles
Joe & Seph's Christmas Bauble Decoration is Filled with Popcorn
Kid-Friendly Cooking Workshops
The Little Chef's Cooking Event Teaches Kids About Proper Nutrition
Automated Standing Desk Attachments
The MOVI Standing Desk Adjusts at the Press of a Button
Musician Networking Apps
Treble.fm is a Collaborative Social Network for Musicians
Vegetable-Rich Ice Lollies
Pip Organic's Healthy Popsicles Boast Sneaky Vegetable Additions
Visual Impairment Headsets
The 'Music Bond' Headset Offers Auditory Feedback for Visual Stimuli
Tech-Free Watering Planters
The 'Sanhih' House Plant Planter Hydrates Plants While You're Away
Coffee Expert Education Books
'Where To Drink Coffee' Offers an Insiders Guide to the Best Spots
Adventurous Knife-Related Projects
The Swiss Army Knife Book Compiles Over 60 Projects
Elegant Cork Armchairs
This Chair by KDVA Studio Was Inspired by Ancient East Design
Multi-Level Cooker Food Servers
The NutriChef Raclette Grill Prepares and Serves Food to Guests
Genderless Skincare Collections
m/f people's Skincare Offers Solutions and Scents for All People
Tall-Sized Athleticwear
Navas Labs Create Eco-Friendly Clothing for Men 6'2'' and Taller
Inclusive Back-to-School Campaigns
Gap Kids' Latest Ad Promotes Diverse and Inclusive Classrooms
Transparent Acrylic Furniture
'Crease' is a Furniture Collection Made from One Clear Acrylic Sheet
Influencer-Designed Jewelry
Lauren Elizabeth x Mejuri Have Created a Dainty Jewelry Collection
Monster-Building Card Games
'Bears vs Babies' is From the Creators of Exploding Kittens
Sealed Crustless Sandwiches
Smucker's Uncrustables Are Sealed Sandwiches Loaded With Filling
Indestructible Seamless Cookware
SOLIDteknics nöni Stainless Saucepans Have No Synthetic Coatings
Risque Disney-Themed Card Games
There May Soon be a Disney Cards Against Humanity Game
Astrological Fragrance Collections
Demeter's Zodiac Collection Introduces Scents for Each Sun Sign
Reactionary Social Networks
React.ly is a Platform for Sharing Reaction Videos
AI Technology Headphones
The Nakamichi 'EDGE' AI-Enhanced Wireless Headphones are Advanced
Music-Recommending Speakers
The 'Morgen' Smart Speaker Learns What You Like and Don't Like
Artfully Tiled Footstools
The Toto Stool Took Inspiration from a Modern Brazilian Movement
Magical Literature Card Games
'Cards Against Potter' Puts a Wizardly Spin on the Game
Professional Wrestler Dolls
Mattel's WWE Superstars Introduces Toys Based on Top Female Wrestlers
Smart Water-Conserving Taps
The BrighTap Shows How Much Water is Being Used in Real-Time
Kid-Friendly VR Goggles
Merge Virtual Reality Goggles Let Users Interact with Digital Objects
Taco-Tracking Taxi Rides
Lyft's New 'Taco Mode' Brings Riders to the Nearest Taco Bell Drive-Thru
Public Technology Bans
Honolulu Has Implemented a Distracting Walking Ban Against Smartphone Users
Conversation-Starting Board Games
The 'Personalitree' Conversation Game Gets Participants Chatting
Nutrient-Dense Snack Cakes
The Garden Bites Superfood Veggie Cakes are Just 100 Calories Each
Biometric Identification Apps
The Aadhaar App Lets Indians Easily Access Government Services
Cheesy Queso Sandwiches
Wendy's Bacon Queso Products Liberally Apply the Cheesy Mexican Sauce
Organizational Parent Platforms
'SignUpGenius' is an Online Tool to Help Parents Stay Organized
Inclusive Vibrating Amps
This Vibrating Speaker is for People With and Without Hearing Impairments
VR Physics Games
'4D Toys' is a Physics-Based Puzzler Set in a Virtual World
Chocolate-Paired Meat Snacks
The Hormel Natural Choice Deli Meat Snacks Blend Salty and Sweet
Blackberry-Flavored Beignets
Mickey-Shaped Blackberry Beignets are the Newest Disneyland Treat
App-Based Fantasy Board Games
Dungeons & Dragons Beyond is a Digital Reworking of the Classic Game
Relaxing Back-to-School Commercials
This 25-Minute 'Oddly IKEA' Ad is a Sponsored ASMR Video
Pasta-Packed Pizza Snacks
The Totino's Mac and Cheese with Bacon Pizza Rolls are Indulgent
Inclusive VR Subtitles
'Theater for All Ears' is Helping More People Enjoy Live Theater
Social Media-Inspired Science Books
This Japanese Book Teaches DIY Experiments from YouTube
Cinematic YouTuber Cookbooks
The 'Eat What You Watch' Cookbook Has 40 Classic Film Recipes
Natural Frozen Pizza Bites
Amy's Swirls are Crafted with Premium Organic Ingredients
Light-Up Drawing Toys
'Dessineo Learn to Draw' is a Drawing Toy for Kids That Teaches & Inspires
Bamboo Kite Kits
'Kaku Dako' Includes Paper and Bamboo for Building a DIY Kite
Vinyl Recording Apps
'Vinyl Recorder' Lets Record Collectors Take Their Music on the Go
Encrypted Ride-Sharing Companies
Ride-Hailing Service ORide Protects the Data of Its Users
Smart Charcoal Grill Devices
The BBQ Guru CyberQ Cloud Temperature Controller Automates Grilling
On-Demand Art Texting Services
'Send Me Sfmoma' Will Text You Art in Response to an Emoji
Blended Agave Syrups
Madhava's Organic AgaveFIVE Features Agave, Monk Fruit and Stevia
Machine Learning Keyboards
The Unpossib.ly AI Keyboard Lets Users Type Three-Times Faster