The 2018 youth trends are bursting by the seams with examples of playful, creative and even charitable initiatives. From MAD Architects' modernist rooftop Courtyard Kindergarten in China to the interactive high-tech park dubbed 'Alice: The Return to Wonderland,' there is room for both education and entertainment amid the 2018 youth trends.
Aside from architecture, there are some pretty cool product releases and collaborative campaigns. Three Little Hens, for example, launched its 'Toothless Monster' which playfully embraces the myth of the Tooth Fairy by 'magically' gaining teeth when a child loses one of their own. In terms of social good initiatives, on-demand delivery service foodora partnered with the SickKids Foundation to bring a festive joy to children who are unable to spend the holidays at home.
To learn more about youth innovations for the year ahead, check out Trend Hunter's 2019 Trend Report.
Top 30 Youth Trends in 2018
From Dynamic Rooftop Playgrounds to Charitable Food Delivery Projects:
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Expressive Gen Z Cosmetics
Petite 'n Pretty Shares Safe, Pediatrician-Approved Makeup for Kids
29
Toothless Monster Toys
'The Toothless Monster' Plush Updates Tooth Fairy Traditions
28
Playful Independence Day Packaging
Markobar Boasts Interactive Board Game Packaging in Indonesia
27
Egg-Embedded Doll Toys
The L.O.L. Surprise Finders Keepers Packs Share Two Treats in One
26
Imaginatively Crafty Play Collections
IKEA Boasts a Creativity-Focused Entertainment Collection
25
Dynamic Rooftop Playgrounds
MAD Architects' Design Fuses Modernism with Traditional Architecture
24
Connected Multimedia Swim Goggles
The 'SeeSea' AR Swimming Goggles Help You Play Games and More
23
Co-Working Childcare Spaces
'The Little Wing' Offers On-Site Babysitting for The Wing Members
22
Playful Collectible Tea Packaging
Tom's Teas is a Children's Tea Line with a Creative Aesthetic
21
Autistic Education Apps
The Safety Aware App Helps Autistic Children Become Independent
20
TV Series-Inspired Kids' Streetwear
OVO's The Next Generation Capsule Refers Toronto's TV Show
19
Stretchy Gelatin Kits
Kids Can Eat and Play with JELLO-Os New Unicorn and Monster Slime
18
Social Media Storybooks
'#Goldilocks: A Hashtag Cautionary Tale' Helps with Digital Parenting
17
Stylish High-End Fashion Basics
Acne Studios Releases Its Third Family Fashion Line
16
Fashionable Urban Shopper Trolleys
pinqponq Turns the Knob on Irony with Its Latest Offering
15
Color-Changing Sun Exposure Shirts
The adam & aoki Smart T-Shirts Help Kids Avoid Sunburns
14
Kid-Friendly Organic Juice Punches
Apple & Eve's Shelf-Stable Juices Belong in Kid's Lunchboxes
13
Connected Insect Farming Kits
The L I V I N Farms 'Hive Explorer' Teaches STEM and More
12
Pre-Styled Kidswear Gifts
kidpik's Fashionable Gift Boxes Share Ready-to-Wear Outfits for Girls
11
Whimsical Phygital Attractions
'Alice: The Return to Wonderland' is an Engaging, Interactive Park
10
Free-From Flavored Waters
Hint's Flavored Water for Kids Has Zero Sugar, Juice or Sweeteners
9
AI Audio Toys
'Woobo Mini' is a Plush Toy That Answers Questions, Shares Stories, Songs & More
8
Charitable Food Delivery Projects
foodora & SickKids Foundation Team up for National Cookie Day
7
Youth Culture Charity T-Shirts
The Champion London Youth Capsule is Inspired by Personal Journeys
6
Vibrant Kid-Friendly Yogurts
'Chobani Gimmies' is a New Line of Fun, Nutritious Yogurts for Kids
5
Family-Friendly AR Platforms
DEVAR's Educational Platform Offers Books, Courses, Games & More
4
Leader-Curated Book Clubs
Literati's Great Minds Edition Has Titles Picked by Influential People
3
Screen-Free Board Games
This Family Fun Board Game Discourages the Use of Electronics
2
Kid-Focused Streaming Platforms
Amazon's FreeTime Unlimited Offers Plenty of Kid-Friendly Content
1
Connected Balancing Toys
'Beasts of Balance' Combines Elements of Tabletop and Digital Gaming
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Meal-Accompanied Adorable Toys
McDonald's Japan Unveils New Functional Sanrio Happy Meal Toys
Curated Back-To-School Campaigns
JD Debuts the New Start Fresh Back-To-School Campaign
AI-Driven Dreamy Fashion Campaigns
ETRO's Spring 2024 Ad Campaign Uses Artificial Intelligence
GenAI Eyewear Shows
Innovative Eyewear Launched the First Generative AI Fashion Show for Eyewear
Playful Cosmic Displays
The LEGO Group's Unidentified Playing Objects Speak to Curious Gen Alpha
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
AI-Inspired Digital Art Programs
Scorpios and HOFAA Gallery Introduce 'Evolving Perspectives'
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
Problem-Solving Youth Skincare
Epic Skincare Shares Purposeful Products for Gen Alpha & Gen Z
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Collaborative Sports Club Fashion
Y-3 and Real Madrid Join Forces Again on a New Capsule
Mental-Health Awareness QSR Packaging
McDonald's Alters Its Happy Meal Boxes for Mental Health
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Cinematic New Year Campaigns
Prada Releases Its High-Fashion Campaign for Chinese New Year
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Dynamic Sci-Fi Fashion Collabs
Fendi and MAD Architects Join Forces on a Futuristic Capsule
Book-Inspired Public Benches
Madrid City Council Launched the Sit Down to Read 2024 Campaign
Nostalgic Toy-Inspired Fashion Collections
rue21 is Collaborating with Barbie® and Hot Wheels®
Kaleidoscopic Kindergarten Buildings
The Tianshui Kindergarten by SAKO Architects is Whimsical
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Colorful Educational Art Installations
Mario Cucinella Architects Displays Sparking Change
Vibrant Children's Fall Fashion
nununu Recently Launched Its Fall 2023 Capsule & Its Eye-Catching
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Targeted Gen Alpha Skincare
Hi!papa Makes Personal Care for Kids Ages Three to 12 in China
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Multi-Sensory Art Experiences
Arcadia Earth Toronto & Benjamin Von Wong for A Sustainable Future
Inclusive Fashion Runways
The Runway of Dreams Foundation Returns for New York Fashion Week
Vibrant Inclusive Playground Exhibitions
Wade and Leta Presents the Falling Into Place Exhibition
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Stunningly Whimsical Playgrounds
XISUI Design Draws Inspiration from Natural Forms Such as Caves
Adventure-Inspired Outerwear Campaigns
Canada Goose & KidSuper Drop an NBA All-Star Collection
Neighborhood-Inspired Campaigns
Kotn's F/W 2024 Collection is Released with a Witty Short-Film
Experimental Denim Collections
The Ksubi Fall 2023 'Youtopia' Collection is Modern Art-Inspired
Circular Fashion Pop-Ups
The Coachtopia Pop-Up Brings Luxury Circular Fashion to Gen Z
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Generation-Blending Skateboarding Campaigns
Vans' Always Out There Campaigns Nods to Y2K Styles
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Expansive Easter Product Ranges
The Mars Wrigley Easter 2024 Range Has Eight New Products
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Creativity-Driving Kids Apparel
Zara Announces a Collaboration with New York Label Sea
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Chinese Heritage-Honoring Streetwear
VICTORIA and Yat Pit Join on the Chinese New Year Collection
Climate Crisis Awareness Exhibitions
Kinetic Singapore Unveils the School of Tomorrow Exhibition
Children-Catered Luxe Festive Collections
The New Louis Vuitton Holiday Capsule is Made for Kids
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Humanitarian-Inspired Luxe Fashion Campaigns
Prada Presents In Conversation with a Flower for FW23
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Artful Travel-Inspired Children's Fashion
Janie and Jack Team Up with Photographer Gray Malin
AI-Fueled Sustainable Product Series
SPACE10 and oio studio Add AI to Products of Place
Maturity-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
Kachorovska Recently Launched Its Fall/winter 2023-24 Campaign
Reimagined Sustainable Menswear
22Ahead Has Relaunched Its Eco-Friendly Menswear With New Benefits
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Eye-Catching Modern Tennis Collections
Year of Ours Has Debuted Its Annual Year Tennis Collection
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Lunar New Year Campaigns
self-portrait's New Collection Celebrates Family Tradition
Ultra-Stylish Tween Clothing Collections
Hayden Girls Offers a Diverse Range of Tween Clothing
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
60s Vintage-Tinged Decor Collections
IKEA Continues to Grow the Nytillverkad Collection
Affordable Gen Z Apparel
Foundry by Cover Story Clothing Enters the Fashion Scene Through AJIO
Ukrainian Creative High-Fashion Brands
Angel for Fashion Debuts THEO's Latest Collection
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Beer-Branded Fashion Capsules
805 Beer Has Unveiled Its Latest Spring 2024 Fashion Capsule
Youth Sports-Focused Initiatives
Gamechanger Launches the Stay & Play Champions Program
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Versatile Outdoor Furniture Series
Fermob Presents a Look at its Latest Collection of Furniture
New-Generation Artful Urban Hubs
IED and CampusX Join Forces on the Pixel Project
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Bamboo-Inspired Cultural Buildings
This Cultural Center Seamlessly Blends Into its Surroundings
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Branded Education Engagement Reports
The LEGO Education Report Offers a Look into the Classroom
Educational Affordable Housing Initiatives
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is Uniting Youth
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Youth-Focused Social Campaigns
Claire’s Introduces a New Gen Z-Alpha Platform Called 'The Collab'
Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals
The Xiaohongshu Street Life Festival is Exciting
Futuristic Glowing Playgrounds
The Joya Playground Will be Joining Texas' Farmers Branch
New Year-Celebrating Retail Capsules
BAO and Dover Street Market Celebrate Lunar New Year
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Engaging Youth-Focused Platforms
V&A Introduces the Mused Website for Gen Z Digital Natives
Visionary Youth Platforms
The Collab by Claire's Celebrates and Activates Gen Zalpha Creators
Luxe Organically Shaped Shoes
MAD Architects and Fendi Create a Dynamic Sneaker Model
Cheerful Spring-Ready Collaborative Fashion
Diane von Furstenberg Works on a Capsule with Target
Ancient Mythology-Inspired Fall Fashion
Endless Joy Presents its Capsule for the FW23 Season
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Inspiring Entreprenurial Dolls
The American Girl 2025 Girl of the Year Speaks to Gen Alpha
Inequalities-Focused Exhibition Forums
Triennale Milano Marks Its 24th International Exhibition
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
Circular Fashion Docuseries
The Road to Circularity by Coachtopia Shares Sustainability Challenges
Unknown Birthday Campaigns
Grey Bangladesh & Tasty Treat Address a Significant Issue in Bangladesh
Floating-Style Classroom Designs
Ennead Architects & Rockwell Group Completes the Bloomberg Center
Antioxidant-Rich Skincare Sets
Youth to the People Unveiled its Holiday Lineup of Gift Sets
Back-To-School Sporty Campaigns
JD's Start Fresh Campaign Celebrates Today's Youth Culture
Vibrant Dynamic Spring Fashion
Mackintosh Unveils an Expansive Capsule for the SS23 Season
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Clover-Style Conference Center Designs
MAD Designs the ZGC International Innovation Center
Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats
PLAYin CHOC Christmas ToyChoc Boxes are Eco-Friendly
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Youth Intern Social Stunts
Louis Vuitton Hires a 13 Year Old Intern After Sketches Went Viral
Sustainable Kids Cartoon Capsules
Primark & Disney Unveil a Collection Inspired by The Lion King
Empowering Visual Content Campaigns
Getty Images and Hiki Launches #AutisticOutLoud
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Contemporary Workwear-Inspired Fashion
Madhappy Debuted Its Utility-Focused Pre-Fall 2023 Range
Billboard-Transformed Tent Shelters
Wunderman Thompson Morocco Creates the Life-Saving Outdoors
Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
Pottery Barn Teen Unveils a New Dorm Shop and Expanded Features
Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations
Zava Designs a New Light and Metal Installation
Building-Transformed Vibrant Preschools
Circular Designs the Corona 3K Center in New York
Asian Designer Furniture Exhibitions
This Year's Emerge Exhibition Marks the Third Annual Showcase
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Empowering Artful Basketball Courts
Na Chainkua Reindorf Creates Bright Art for NYC Courts
Sawtooth Roof Apartment Blocks
Six Degrees Architects and Hip V Hype Design Ferrars & York
Youth-Oriented Arts Camps
QNB is Set to Unveil an Eco-Friendly Arts Camp for Kids 4-14
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities