Top 40 Youth Trends for February

From Social Media Dolls to Inclusive Advertisements

— February 23, 2019 — Life-Stages
Understanding the purchasing habits and values of a younger generation is key as Generation Z prepares to enter the job market and this list of February 2019 youth trends highlight some of the interests shared among this section of the population.

Inclusivity and the integration of social media are two major themes seen through this list, as brands move to diversify while promoting through more personalized and streamlined channels. Microsoft's Super Bowl ad perfectly embodies both of these themes, as it featured an incredibly diverse cast, while spotlighting kids' passion for gaming. Meanwhile, #SNAPSTAR Dolls were designed specifically for social media, offering young children the opportunity to play with toys that are compatible with social media.
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Confidence-Boosting Free Cab Rides
Confidence-Boosting Free Cab Rides
EXCEL Gum's Toronto Campaign Seeks to Promote Connections
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Travel-Friendly Soccer VIP Experiences
Travel-Friendly Soccer VIP Experiences
Groupama Aréna Gives Foreign Fans a Unique Opportunity
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Music-Centric Charity Events
Music-Centric Charity Events
Kanye West Gifts Sneakers to Orphans at the Masulita Children's Home
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Familial Connectivity Management Devices
Familial Connectivity Management Devices
The iKydz Home Internet Controller Blocks Ads and More
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Lunar Holiday-Themed Runners
Lunar Holiday-Themed Runners
Eddie Huang and adidas Launch a Year of the Panda Ultra Boost Sneaker
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Educational Literary Robots
Educational Literary Robots
The 'Luka' Robot Can Read Thousands of Books in Many Languages
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Vegan QSR Kids Meals
Vegan QSR Kids Meals
The McDonald's Sweden Vegan Happy Meal Comes with Falafels
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Voice-Activated Spider Toys
Voice-Activated Spider Toys
Yellies Require Kids to Yell Loud or Soft to Activate Movement
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Restful Child Meditations
Restful Child Meditations
Meditation Studio's 'Goodnight Kiddo' Collection Helps Kids Fall Asleep
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Associative Party Games
Associative Party Games
Endless Games' AKA Challenges Players to Decipher Famous Titles
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Amped-Up Card Games
Amped-Up Card Games
'This Game Goes to Eleven' is a Sound-Themed Number Card Game
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Real-Time Car-Specific VR Entertainment
Real-Time Car-Specific VR Entertainment
Holoride Creates a VR Experience for Bored Passengers
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Accessibility-Focused Gaming Ads
Accessibility-Focused Gaming Ads
The 2019 Microsoft Super Bowl Commercial Aims at Inclusion
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Mix-and-Match Mannequin Dolls
Mix-and-Match Mannequin Dolls
Off the Hook Fashion Dolls and Accessories Support Self-Expression
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Dippable Yogurt Snacks
Dippable Yogurt Snacks
Go-Gurt Dunkers Pair Yogurt and Graham Crackers
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Comforting AR Bandages
Comforting AR Bandages
Bandai's Bandages for Kids Bring Super Sentai & PreCure Characters to Life
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Viral Rapper Beauty Campaigns
Viral Rapper Beauty Campaigns
Famed Dr. Phil Guest Danielle Bregoli Now Represents CopyCat Beauty
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Youth-Targeted Yogurt Snacks
Youth-Targeted Yogurt Snacks
The Real Handful Bundlz Snacks are Under 90 Calories Per Serving
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Edible Watercolor Toys
Edible Watercolor Toys
Delicrea's Candy Painting Kit Helps Kids Create Edible Art
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Baby-Friendly Veggie Yogurts
Baby-Friendly Veggie Yogurts
YoBaby Organic Yogurt for Babies Comes in Carrot & Sweet Potato
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Educational Bath Bombs
Educational Bath Bombs
Fizzy Magic's Surprise-Inside Bath Bombs are Paired with Bedtime Stories
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Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops
Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops
Foot Locker's 'Power Store' is a Hub for Art & Sneaker Culture
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Ramadan Countdown Calendars
Ramadan Countdown Calendars
This Ramadan Calendar Shares Healthy Treats and Puzzles
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Interior-Exposed Canvas Sneakers
Interior-Exposed Canvas Sneakers
Vans' Sk8-Hi Outside In Sneakers are Oppositely Lined & Detailed
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Teddy Bear Gift Shops
Teddy Bear Gift Shops
The 'Build-A-Bear Giftshop' Offers Gifts for Kids, Galentines and Couples
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Stackable Sand Castle Kits
Stackable Sand Castle Kits
Create A Castle's Split Mold System Helps to Easily Build a Sand Castle
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Child Harness Workout Equipment
Child Harness Workout Equipment
The 'KettleBaby' Turns Kids into Interactive Fitness Tools
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Communicative Child Smartwatches
Communicative Child Smartwatches
The Coolpad Dyno Smartwatch Helps to Connect Kids and Parents
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Health-Centric Youthful Cafes
Health-Centric Youthful Cafes
The ORIGINALFRESH Cafe in China Boasts a Bold, Fruit-Themed Mural
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Social Media-Inspired Fashion Dolls
Social Media-Inspired Fashion Dolls
The Poseable #SNAPSTAR Dolls for Tweens Pair with a Free App
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Iconic Casual Wear Cameras
Iconic Casual Wear Cameras
The Conceptual Levis 51 Digital Camera Pays Tribute to the Jeans
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Plush Squishy Toys
Plush Squishy Toys
'Splishies' are Plush Toys with Glittering Water-Filled Bellies
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Child-Focused Playful Packaging
Child-Focused Playful Packaging
Adamo's Brand Identity is Communicated Through Its Packages
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Voice-Activated Disney Toys
Voice-Activated Disney Toys
Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 4 Range from ThinkWay is Responsive
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Kid Show-Inspired Playful Sneakers
Kid Show-Inspired Playful Sneakers
PUMA and Sesame Workshop Collaborate on a Whimsical Collection
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AR-Enabled Billboards
AR-Enabled Billboards
Snapchat's Vertical Billboard Promotes a Snap Original Show
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Posture-Improving Desks
Posture-Improving Desks
37 Degree Smart Home's KIDESK Child Desk Supports Healthy Sitting Habits
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Friendly Modern Children's Clinics
Friendly Modern Children's Clinics
Doctor U is a Clinic with a Chic Interior by Ater Architects
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Social Media-Compatible T-Shirts
Social Media-Compatible T-Shirts
The Insta Tee by Ironic Lux is an Example of Connected Fashion
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Socially Inspiring Grooming Campaigns
Socially Inspiring Grooming Campaigns
Gillette's Campaign Film Speaks to Its Young Male Audience
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Eco Craft Collectibles
Eco Craft Collectibles
The 3D 'Eugy' Toys are Made from 100% Recyclable Materials & Rice-Based Ink
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