As the economy gains traction in the era of the "new normal," the September 2020 retail trends showcase how brands are beginning to interact with consumers once again.
Notably, we see Cadillac Fairview, the Candian commercial real estate brand that focuses on malls, launch a new beta app that helps shoppers plan their trips to the mall in a safe, socially distancing-friendly way. The app lets users virtually join a queue while shopping, pre-book time slots to visit specific stores, and easily arrange curbside order pickups.
In addition, the September 2020 retail innovations also include PREIT's venture into e-commerce with the brand's "first-of-its-kind curated shopping program from a mall owner/operator." The real estate brand focused on American shopping centers offers back-to-school supplies handpicked by professional stylists from PREIT malls.
Top 45 Retail Trends in September
From 30-Minute Makeup Deliveries to Branded Burger Face Masks:
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Floating Technology Retail Stores
The Apple Marina Bay Sands Store Has a Lantern-Like Design
44
Conical Timber Tech Stores
The Apple Central World in Bangkok is Achieved with Oak Panels and More
43
Canadian Online Paint Stores
Digby Paints Offers Carefully Curated Palette of 60 Colours for Walls
42
Social Retail Stores
Burberry Announced It Will Create a Socially Integrated Retail Store in China
41
Contactless Cosmetic Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Virtual Makeup Try-On Includes Face Mask Detection
40
Branded Burger Face Masks
Burger King Debuted a New Mask that States Your Order for You
39
Medical-Grade UV Sanitizers
Hudson's Bay Uses CleanSlate UV Sanitizers at Entry & Exit Points
38
Event-Hosting Clothing Stores
Collective Facilitates the Aesthetic of a Hybrid Clothing Store
37
Youthful Luxury Platforms
Tmall Luxury's New Features Educate, Entertain & Engage Gen Z Buyers
36
Virtual Home Improvement Retailers
ProduceShop is Europe's Largest Online Resource for the Home
35
AI-Powered Clothing Marketplaces
FMRU Clothing Uses AI Measuring Tech to Share Accurate Sizes
34
Next-Gen Beauty Showcases
Pop-In@Nordstrom New Beauty Introduces Emerging Brands
33
Shower Gel Refill Stations
These Stations Replenish Bottles of Nivea Creme Soft or Creme Sensitive
32
Interactive Tea Shops
Twinings' London Flagship Focuses on Tasting Experiences & Interactivity
31
One-Stop Sour Candy Shops
The First-Ever Sour Patch Kids Store Shares Treats To-Go
30
Smart Grocery Shops
The Amazon Fresh Grocery Store Shares the Expertise of Amazon Alexa
29
Online-Only Healthy Supermarkets
Whole Foods Market Opened a Delivery-Only Location in Brooklyn
28
Subscription-Based Product Deliveries
Walmart Introduced Walmart+ with Unlimited Deliveries
27
30-Minute Makeup Delivery Partnerships
Coty Partners with GoPuff to Deliver Cosmetics Quickly
26
Remote Shopping Services
Tanger Outlets' Virtual Shoppers Offer a Personalized Experience
25
At-Home Arena Experiences
Skip The Dishes Debuts the 'Gear Up with Skip' Campaign for Fans at Home
24
In-Store CBD Concepts
The Vitamin Shoppe's CBD HQ is a Destination for CBD Wellness Solutions
23
Virtual Influencer Installations
In Tokyo, IKEA's In-Store Installation Stars Imma
22
Comprehensive Grocery Store Apps
The new Heinen's Grocery eCommerce Site was Built by Instacart
21
Shoppable Streaming Platforms
droppTV Lets Fans Watch Music Videos and Make Real-Time Purchases
20
Video Shopping Apps
The LIKEtoKNOW.it. App Now Includes LTK Shopping Video
19
Affordable Curated Wine Deliveries
Firstleaf Curates Wine Based on Your Unique Tasting Profile
18
Customizable Retail Lactation Suites
Walmart is Adding More Than 100 Mamava Suites to Stores
17
DIY Retail Re-Openings
B&M Bargains Say an Increase in DIY Demand After Opening 49 Locations
16
21-Day Beauty Promotions
Ulta Beauty Relaunches Its 21 Days of Beauty Sale with Up to 50% Off
15
Shoppable Social Media Tabs
Facebook Debuted New Facebook Shop Tab
14
Travel-Friendly Superfood Capsules
STAMBA TRAVEL's Product is Designed to Offer Nutrition Support
13
Digital Trade Show Platforms
JOOR Passport Provides Virtual Access to Livestreamed Industry Events
12
Honey-Powered Immunity Supplements
Manukaguard Immune Support Mgo 100 Boasts a "Wellness Tune-Up"
11
Wholesale Wine Deliveries
Boxed.com is the Perfect Solution for Consumers Looking to Buy in Bulk
10
Flat-Rate Food Delivery Fees
FreshBytes is Supporting Restaurants With New Wallet-Friendly Rates
9
Employee Voice Assistants
Walmart's Ask Sam Lets Employees Look Up Prices, Find Products & More
8
QSR Mandatory Mask Policies
Starbucks Canada Now Requires All Customers to Wear Facial Coverings
7
Speedy Grocery Delivery Services
DoorDash is Now Offering On-Demand Grocery Delivery
6
Virtual At-Home Bakery Classes
The Zingerman's Bake! Classes are Available from Anywhere
5
Curated Back-to-School Shopping Programs
PREIT's Small Surprises Features Stylist-Picked Goods
4
Branded Line-Reducing Mall Apps
The CF Guest List Beta Reduces Line Waits for Efficiency & Safety
3
Valentine's Day Flower Collections
The Nisa Valentine’s Day Range is Available for 2021 Preorder
2
Reward Program-Equipped Payment Terminals
The NRSPlus POS Network Supports Seamless Checkouts
1
Virtual Renovation Supply Orders
Travis Perkins is Now Open Online in Light of COVID-19
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AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Metaverse Branding Playbooks
Revieve Debuts 'The Complete Metaverse Playbook for Beauty Brands"
Snack-Inspired Fashion Collabs
7-Eleven is Dropping Collaborations with Fan-Favorite Brands
Unified Grocery Shopping Platforms
Instacart Debuts New All-in-One 'Connected Stores' Platform
Autumn-Inspired Face Mask Collections
ESW Beauty Introduces the Autumn Glow Up Capsule
Contemporary Engaging Stores
New Balance Opens Unique Retail Concept Store on in Boston
Food-Inspired Apparel Collections
Vandy The Pink Releases New Burger-Themed Apparel Collection
Sustainable Canadian Retail Expansions
The Toronto Allbirds Brick-and-Mortar Store is Eco-Friendly
Virtual Beauty Storefronts
The Clinique Lab is a Next-Gen Digital Retail Concept
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
Empowering Cosmetics Campaigns
Sephora Canada Launched a New Campaign for Lunar New Year 2024
Digital-First Beauty Brands
Bakeup Explores the Blurred Lines Between Real Life & the Metaverse
AI-Powered Shopping Apps
Shoptrue Curates Personalized Fashion Picks with Artificial Intelligence
Custom Cosmetic Launches
These Curology Personalized Skin Care Products are Arriving at Target
In-Store Beauty Sampling Kiosks
Ulta Beauty and SOS are Partnering to Promote Product Discovery
Online Merchandise Storefronts
The Panera Shop Gives Access to Bread-themed Apparel & Carb-Couture
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Multi-Brand Virtual Malls
Bloomingdale’s Virtual Experience Spotlights Beloved Brands
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Small-Format Electronic Stores
Best Buy Canada to Operate 165 Small-Format Bell Canada Stores
Digital Celeb Shopping Experiences
This Walmart Digital Shopping Experience Has Customized Carts
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Circular Shopping Experiences
The Stock Market by Selfridges is a Sustainable Shopping Experience
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Influencer-Made Lifestyle Apparel
Zara McDermott Introduces the Rise Clothing Brand at Tesco
Conscious Shopping Promotions
Hey Harper is Holding 40% Sales Throughout November
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Digital-First Tech Shops
Best Buy's New Store Includes Scannable QR Codes & Mobile Self-Checkout
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Inaugural Fashion Brand Cosmetics
Celine Beauté Will Debut a Red Lipstick This Fall
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Interactive Beauty Metaverses
Fenty Beauty's First Campaign on Roblox Has Mazes & Scavenger Hunts
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
E-Commerce Beauty Packaging
Aptar Beauty + Home's Redesigned Packaging is "E-Commerce Capable"
Digital Fast-Food Restaurants
YUM! Brands is Expanding its Technologies for Digital Sales
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Self-Service Commerce Kiosks
Cantaloupe Go Brings Buy-and-Go Expereinces to Customers
Expansive Halloween Retail Collections
Target Launched its 2022 Halloween Set with 100+ Products
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Anniversary App-Focused Apparel
Grab Releases a Nostalgic Anniversary Merchandise Collection
AR Beauty Pop-Ups
Pat McGrath Labs x Google Teamed Up to Share 'The Art of Beauty'
Iconic Toy Retailer Expansions
Toys"R"Us Canada Amplifies Retail Presence Ahead of Holiday Season
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
E-retailer Fashion Pop-ups
The SHEIN Pop-up Shop Experience Opens March 23 at the Eaton Centre
Cannabis Mini Marts
Jeeter's Pop-Ups Bring Retro Shop-in-Shops to Cannabis Retailers
Immersive Back-to-School Pop-Ups
Sprayground's NYC Pop-Up Invites Visitors to Travel Back in Time
Hair Brand-Backed AR Lens
TRESemmé and Snapchat Collaborate to Create an AR Lens
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Lunar Boutique Pop-Ups
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Bayview Village's Lunar Luxe Boutique Pop-Up
Accessible Virtual Try-On Services
Perfect Corp. Launches 'Makeup Virtual Try-On Online Service'
Urban-Themed Fashion Campaigns
The COS Fall/Winter 2022 Season Celebrates City Living Themes
Autumn eCommerce Fashion Pop-Ups
This SHEIN Pop-Up Will Celebrate the Arrival of Fall Fashions
Beauty Brand Accelerator Programs
Walmart Start™ Returns to Discover Next Gen Beauty Brands
Community Commerce Pop-Ups
TikTok Shop UK Opened a Pop-Up on London's Oxford Street
Metaverse Shopping Malls
Avatly Offers a New Hybrid Shopping Experience for Avatars
Retailer-Backed Beauty Categories
Moda Operandi Launches a Curated Beauty Category
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Beauty Brand Retail Debuts
Glossier will Debut its Products at Sephora Store Locations
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Trendio's Video Shopping App Shares Personally Curated Content
Metaverse Beauty Events
Metaverse Beauty Week is the First Annual Beauty Festival in the Metaverse
Retailer Health Goal Apps
'Sincerely Health' from Albertsons Companies is Feature-Rich
Warm-Toned Fall Apparel
J. Crew Revisits Brand Classics with Its Inaugural Collection
Diversity-Promoting Retail Concepts
Eoghan Ross Designs PUSH as a Conscientious Retail Space
Pared-Down Eco-Conscious Skincare Brands
French Farmacie Debuts in the Canadian Market Via Etiket
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Phygital Fashion Platforms
Macy's and Journee Debut the mstylelab Platform for Users
Curated Grocery Delivery Lists
Instacart Carts Offer Themed Shopping Lists Packed with Items
Live Commerce Holiday Windows
TalkShopLive's WindowShopping Merges Physical & Digital Experiences
Elevated Private Food Ranges
Bettergoods is the First New Store Brand from Walmart in 20 Years
Expansive Lifestyle Retail Pop-Ups
Nautica Japan Opens its Inaugural Pop-Up Alongside HBX
AR-Based Skincare Try-Ons
J.C. Penney Recruits Revieve for an AR and AI-Based Cosmetic Experience
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Secondhand Fashion Editorials
Vinted Styled a Shoot Exclusively with Vinted Finds
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Virtual Fitting Room Experiences
be Retail Social's 'beDynamic' Joins Up with Get Cutie
Affordable Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Embraces the Theme of '90s Throwback Pricing
Early-Access Shopping Apps
The J.Crew App Provides Users Access to Sales 48 Hours in Advance
Post-Purchase E-Commerce Tools
Smartrr Launches New Post-Purchase Tools for DTC Shopify Brands
Accessible Home Decor
FOX HOME Makes Its Official Debut in Canada with Toronto Flagship Store
Gorpcore-Inspired Retailer Fashions
The ALDI Fall Merch Collection is Arriving with Many Styles
Artist-Styled Nostalgic Lookbooks
AURALEE and New Balance Reimagine Archival Fashion Designs
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Virtual Appliance Showrooms
Samsung's Shoppable Instagram Profiles Replace Department Stores
Accessible Clean Beauty Platforms
Clean Beauty at Walmart Features More Than 900 Products
Minimal Affordable Sub-Labels
Target Presents its Own No-Frills Brand with Minimal Design
Skincare Delivery Expansions
Kiehl’s Joins Instacart Across Canada For Seamless Shopping
Canadian Eco Packaging Expansions
The Body Shop Recently Expanded its Refill Program to Canada
Fall-Ready Sleek Wardrobe Staples
UNIQLO U Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
Streamlined Shoppable Video Ads
Instacart Launches New Shoppable Video Ads in 'Ads Manager'
Revamped Private Label Ranges
The Target up&up Collection Has Been Expanded and Updated
Omnichannel Grocery Technologies
Instacart Launches the New Omnichannel Solutions for Grocers
Restaurant Chain-Branded Baked Goods
Panera Brands Launches New CPG Bagels, Baguettes, and Muffins
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
AR Secondhand Shops
American Eagle Outfitters' RE/AE Shop Spotlights Sustainable Goods
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Virtual Skincare Experiences
Skincare Brand Laniege Launches its First Virtual Store with Obsess
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
AI-Powered Retail Try-Ons
Walmart is Adding an AI-Based Try-On Technology for Online Consumers
Spring-Ready Fashion Editorials
The Garbstore Presents its New Campaign for the SS23 Season
Beauty Shop Deliveries
Uber and The Body Shop Expand Partnership to Include 75 New Storefronts
Exclusive Pop-Up Events
Brunette the Label Partners with Holt Renfrew for Exclusive Pop-Up Event
Virtual Beauty-Focused Stores
Laura Mercier Debuts the Virtual ‘World of Beauty’ Store
Food Court Footwear Shops
Skechers' Food Spot Drives Foot Traffic to the Footwear Store
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Premium Retail Resell Categories
Walmart Restored Premium Offers Like-New Items for Less
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Digital Retailer Strategy Updates
This Walmart eCommerce Update Refreshes the Website and App
Clean Face Mask Expansions
Loops and Target Have Partnered on a Retail Expansion
Retail Social Platforms
Walmart is Taking Social Media Seriously with 'Walmart Creator'
Exclusive Drugstore Collaborations
about-face beauty Expands into Canada with Shoppers Drug Mart
Personalized Grocery Billboard Campaigns
Tesco Ireland Gets a New Live-Prompt Campaign
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Refurbished Item Retailer Initiatives
Walmart Restored Offers Refurbished Items for Lower Prices
Virtual Makeup Try-Ons
Parfums Christian Dior Launches a Virtual Try-On Consultation Service
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Youth Accessory Brand Partnerships
Claire's is Partnering with Walgreens to Expand Retail Presence
Stigma-Reducing Period Brands
August Relies on Playful and Wholesome Branding
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Immersive Luxury Fashion Campaigns
FLANNELS Launches Its 'Welcome to New Luxury' Campaign
Home Decor Apps
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen Launch Mobile Apps for E-Commerce Sales
Stylish QSR-Backed Apparel
Panera Bread Unveils its New Menu-Inspired Merchandise Collection
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Curated Vintage Decor Retailers
Vintage Beyond is Toronto's Newest Preloved Design Destination
Summer-Ready Boutique Shops
Urban Outfitters Unveils a New Dress Boutique Pop Up Opening in April
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Christmas-Themed Sandwich Ranges
The Urban Eat Festive Range Includes Three New Products
Low-Cost Cosmetic Retailer Expansions
Dollar General is Rolling Out a New Beauty Layout
Occasion-Driven Apparel Retailers
Windsor Fashions Llc Expands into the Canadian Market
Camping-Inspired Fall Streetwear
NEIGHBORHOOD Launches its New Collection for the FW22 Season
Month-Long Holiday Shopping Promotions
Walmart 'Black Friday Deals for Days' is Back This November