The top 2015 market trends offer insights into different patterns of opportunity within various market sectors. From the integration of biometric technology into banking apps to online pop-up markets, there is plenty to learn from the past year of market innovations.
Given that consumers are showing an interest in curated offerings, the successful premise of Tastemakr, an online pop-up market, makes a lot of sense. Tastemakr is a web platform that spotlights a different craft food or beverage for a full-day. The unique service is a novel solution that helps consumers access small-batch, quality products when they may not have time to visit a specialty store.
To take a closer look at the patterns that shaped the top 2015 market trends, be sure to examine our 2016 Trend Report.
Top 55 Market Trends of 2015
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Interactive Skincare Ads
Neutrogena's Hands-On Ad Entertains While Selling Makeup Removal Wipes
54
Visionary Modern Airlines
This Airline of the Future is App-Connected and Offers "Cinema Class"
53
Book-Shaped Business Cards
These Business Cards Cleverly Reflect the Company's Product
52
Small Business Lending Platforms
Lendified is a Tech-Powered Solution for Canadian Small Biz Loans
51
Curated 3D Printed Boutiques
3D Printing Marketplace Formsfield Focuses on Quality Office Items
50
Media Behavior Infographics
These Detailed Graphics Reveal Just How Much Time We Spend Online
49
Personable Email Platforms
Crystal Analyzes Messages for Better E-Communication
48
Crowdfunded Local Food Platforms
Credibles Lets You Prepay for Food and Invest in Your Community
47
E-Commerce Equity Crowdfunding Sites
Alibaba Competitor JD.com Launched a Crowdfunding Platform
46
Mindful Web Marketplaces
The 'Mindful Market' Sells Conscious Products to Educate and Inspire
45
Dinner Party Services
Kitchit Offers a Customized Catered Meal and a Personal Chef at Your Home
44
Financial Innovation Hubs
CIBC is Partnering with MaRS to Launch a Corporate Innovation Space
43
Nostalgic Cookie Treats
These Limited Edition Brownie Batter Oreos Pair Chocolate with Chocolate
42
Product Launch Guides
Learn How to Pull Off an Epic Product Launch with This Handy Infographic
41
Synergized Management Platforms
Cloud-Based Vorex Supports Businesses with Organized Numbers
40
Curated Tourism Apps
Kate's Goodness Provides Picturesque Local Travel Tips
39
Music Exchange Markets
Mutrs Enables Fans to Become Investors of Their Favorite Indie Artists
38
Wearable Tech Rentals
Lumoid Lets You Test Drive with Their New Wearable Gear Rental Services
37
Robotic Real Estate Agents
This Real Estate Software Uses Artificial Intelligence to Predict Price
36
Room Rental Rate Tools
Startup Beyond Pricing Provides Automated Pricing for Airbnb Hosts
35
Anonymous Job Marketplaces
This Recruiting Service Helps Top Talent Find Their Dream Jobs Secretly
34
Massive Cloud Marketplaces
Ingram Micro Platform Helps Tech Resellers Take Advantage of the Cloud
33
Medical Lending Networks
Inventory System LendMed Helps Hospitals Keep Track of Shared Equipment
32
Crowd-Ranked Music Apps
This Music Discovery App Lets Listeners Invest in Their Favorite Artists
31
Soft Drink Dairy Makeovers
Coca-Cola Released a Line of Premium Milk Beverages with Extra Benefits
30
Free Accommodation Platforms
Home Swapping App NightSwapping Takes Money Out of the Equation
29
Social Acquisition Tools
Needls Helps Small Businesses Generate Leads with Social Media
28
Co-Working Rental Apps
The Croissant App Uses Beacons to Book Co-Working or Coffee Shop Spaces
27
Truck Stop Marketplaces
Trucker App RoadSwap Lets Drivers Participate in the Sharing Economy
26
Crowdsourced Algorithm Databases
Algorithmia is an Open Marketplace for Computer Algorithms
25
Local Car Rental Apps
Car Rental Marketplace Turo Makes Travel Less Stressful With More Options
24
Intuitive Business Platforms
Apttus' Automated Quote-to-Cash Service Simplifies B2B Transactions
23
Fraud-Preventing Platforms
Startup Smyte is Helping Small Businesses with Online Fraud Protection
22
Flexible E-Commerce Payments
Faspay and Bank Permata Permit Payment by Phone, ATM and More
21
Bluetooth Networking Apps
Surf Labs' LiNK App Uses Beacon Technology for Networking
20
Skill Exchange Accommodations
GigRove Lets Travelers Pay for Short-Term Accommodation with Chores
19
Rapid Real Estate Apps
The QuickBids App Lets Millennial Buyers Close the Deal Quickly
18
Drone Hiring Platforms
DroneBase Lets Commercial Clients Hire a Drone and Experienced Pilot
17
Inventor-Influencing Fundraising Sites
This Crowdfunding Community Encourages User Participation
16
Web Service Marketplaces
Elto Connects Small Business Owners with Web Professionals
15
Social Banking Transactions
ICICI Bank Lets You Perform Social Media Money Transfers via Twitter
14
Crypocurrency Crowdfunding Sites
The Beacon is Like Kickstarter for Raising Funds with Bitcoin
13
Flight Finding Marketplaces
Flightfox's Expert Service Guarantees You the Best Cheap Flights
12
Shoe Swap Platforms
The Skwag App Lets You Trade Old and New Pairs with Footwear Fanatics Nearby
11
Microtransaction Cryptocurrencies
NeuCoin is as a Bitcoin Alternative for Smaller Payments Online
10
Online Pop-Up Markets
'Tastemakr' Spotlights a Different Craft Food or Drink Every 24 Hours
9
Elusive Millennial Manuals
Christopher Anderson Explains How to turn Gen Y into Loyal Customers
8
Maximum Mileage Credit Cards
The United MileagePlus Explorer Card Offers 50,000 Bonus Miles
7
Voice Recognition Banking
The Offering From Icici Bank Enables Hands-Free Banking for Customers
6
Neighborly Shipping Services
This P2P Shipping Network App Lets Neighbors Transport Your Cargo
5
Flying Pizza Deliveries
Dominos Now Delivers Pizza by Plane to Small Caribbean Islands
4
Decentralized Cryptocurrency Carpool Apps
The La'Zooz Ridesharing Platform Runs on Digital Tokens
3
Nomadic Networking Platforms
CoNomads Connects Digital Nomads Interested In Co-Living Arrangements
2
Professional Messaging Apps
Caliber is a Business App to Connect Colleagues and New Contacts
1
Fashionable Brand Mergers
The Yoox and Net-a-Porter Partnership Strengthens Both Brands
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Canvas Tote NYC Pop-Ups
Lands' End Launched a Personalization Concept Pop-Up Shop in New York
Marathon-Inspired NYC Pop-Ups
Bandit x ASICS Partner for a New Capsule and Immersive Experience
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Uniquely Commemorative Skincare Pop-Ups
Glow Recipe will Host a Beauty Night Market in L.A.
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
Autonomous Micro Markets
Micromart Features Digital Price Tags & AI Product Recognition Sensors
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Crave-Worthy Nutritious Food Brands
CVS Pharmacy Announced the Launch of Well Market
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Intuitive Self-Service Order Kiosks
The GoTab Self-Ordering Kiosks Support Quick Service and More
Emotive Fragrance Pop-Ups
Charlotte Tilbury's London Experience Explores the Future of Fragrance
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Gourmet Snack-Focused E-Commerce Platforms
Goody's Focuses on Gourmet Popcorn and Chocolates
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Personalized Embroidery Pop-Ups
Battersea Power Station's Botanical Atelier Enhances Spring Style
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Provocative Spread Pop-Ups
The Marmite Dark Room Entices Gen Z to Experience an Iconic Spread
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Content-Based Shopping Experiences
Gopuff Launches 'Recipe Hub' for Quick Meal Ideas
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Unique Cosmetics Launch Events
Summer Fridays will Host a London Newsstand Pop-Up
Empowered Dating Nail Bars
Tinder's Nailing Dating Pop-Up Shares Tips to Support Singles
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Curated Home Decor Platforms
Cribsi Offers Warm and Modern Home Decor
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
AR Beauty Pop-Ups
Pat McGrath Labs x Google Teamed Up to Share 'The Art of Beauty'
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Holiday-Specific Beauty Pop-Ups
Beauty Pie is Launching a 'Beauty Pie Holiday Party' in Mayfair
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
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
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
The H&M Nolita Pop-Up Lets Guests Create NYC-Inspired Scents
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Loyalty-Focused Grocery Initiatives
Tony’s Fresh Market Boasts a New Website and Loyalty Program
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Mexican Holiday Tequila Pop-Ups
The 1800 Taste Tiendita Returns for Cinco De Mayo
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Immersive Night-Market Skincare Events
Glow Recipe Brings its Night Market Pop-Up to NYC
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Pop-Up Plant-Based Food Stalls
This Impossible Foods Foodservice Concept is at XMarket in Chicago
AI-Powered Supermarkets
Green Picks Market Autonomous Grocery Store is Frictionless
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Chromatic Inspiration Digital Platforms
The PANTONE Color Insider Tool Serves Color Forecasts
Product Success Predictions
Testmadesimple Uses AI to Predict the Success of Online Products
Bespoke Tea Boutique Platforms
TWG Launches a New Global Site for a Personalized Experience
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Beer-Branded Fashion Capsules
805 Beer Has Unveiled Its Latest Spring 2024 Fashion Capsule
Film Festival Retail Events
The TIFF Pop-Up Shop Features Exclusive 2024 Merch and Apparel
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Tech-Enhanced Beauty Marketplaces
Fresha Plans to Boost Machine Learning and AI Robotics Abilities
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Revamped Private Label Ranges
The Target up&up Collection Has Been Expanded and Updated
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Sports-Inspired Pop-Up Shop Metaverses
Meetkai Announces Its Partnership with THINK450 at CES 2024
Purposeful Gifting Pop-Ups
The Body Shop's Advent of Change Pop-Up Shares Gifts That Give Back
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Expansive Autumnal Coffee Ranges
This New Coffee Collection from The Fresh Market is Fall-Ready
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Third-Party Artisanal Marketplaces
Michaels Launches the MarkerPlace Alternative Marketplace
Unashamedly Romantic Pop-Ups
Laura Ashley's Workshops Use Deadstock Fabric to Create New Totes
AI-Driven Consumer Goods Platforrms
Cpg Radar’s New AI-Driven Platform is Efficient
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Insightful Fraud-Battling Initiatives
TPAY Addresses Fraud in Mobile Payments
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Highly Sought-After Restaurant Features
OpenTable Announces Its Icons Program for Major Cities
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
AI-Powered Wellness Delivery Services
'Localposh' Anticipates Products and Services for You
Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Accessible Seasonal Celebration Products
These Target Holiday Products are Priced at $5 or Less
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
AI-Powered Marketing Strategies
The M1 Marketing Strategy Generator Will Build a Strategy
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Engaging Customer Conversion Tools
FacePop Humanizes Customer Interactions Through Video
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Multi-Brand Shopping Hubs
Boohoo Opens the Boohoo Marketplace for Easy Access to Over 150 Brands
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Short-Form Fashion Competitions
#TikTokFashion Challenges Users to Create and Share Their Design
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Customizable Shopping Management Tools
HandyTote Ensures Items are Easily Classified and Located
Pre-Loved Clothing Markets
Charity Super.Mkt Will Take Over Fenwick's on Bond Street
Online Tip Collecting
Tipsme Changes the Way Individuals and Businesses Collect Tips
Subtle Marketing Pop-Ups
FOMO Nudge Encourages Users to Buy with Subtle Pop-Ups
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
Asian Designer Furniture Exhibitions
This Year's Emerge Exhibition Marks the Third Annual Showcase
Empowering Trader-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Markets Debuts New Phase of Reborn a Trader
Bite-Sized Gen Z News
Mata.Today Offers Quick Insights for Gen Z to Easily Digest
Instant Accommodation Bookings
Travly Debuts its New Online Travel Agent
Route-to-Market Beverage Brands
TOPIKOS is a New Canadian-Owned Spirit and Beverage Company
Festive Prepackaged Sandwiches
The Urban Eat Festive Range Includes New and Returning Favorites
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
In-Neighbourhood Service Maps
TROT KIT Helps Nomads Find Services Where They Are