From automated stores to cashless supermarkets, the August 2018 retail trends demonstrate major shifts in consumer's in-store shopping behavior.
On the one hand, consumers are increasingly eager to get in and get out as quick as possible. To accommodate this desire for instantaneous service, places like the Health Food Wall in Amsterdam allow consumers to pick up grab-and-go vegan and vegetarian meals from food-dispensing machines in the store. Similarly, Buffalo Wild Wings has opened a new concept store called B-Dubs Express with counter service and a self-serve beer wall to help reduce wait times.
Another way that retailers are making in-store shopping faster and more convenient is by going cashless. For instance, a Tesco Express in Welwyn Garden City recently installed cash-free checkout machines to significantly reduce transaction times.
Top 30 Retail Ideas in August
From Shoppable Health Hubs to Co-Working Community Shops:
Katherine Pendrill — Sep 2, 2018 — Business
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Tech-Infused Concept Stores
Nike by Melrose Uses Customer Data for Personalization
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Automated Healthy Eateries
Amsterdam's 'Health Food Wall' Will Provide Takeaway Plant-Based Food
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Bamboo-Detailed Green Retail Spaces
The New Apple Store in Macau is Created by Foster + Partners
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Multi-Functional Concept Spaces
Rachel Schechtman's STORY Embraces the Spirit of Entrepreneurship
26
Cashless Grocery Concepts
Tesco's Self-Serve Concept Grocery Store Adopts a Cash-Free Model
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Co-Working Community Shops
WeWork's WeMRKT Showcases Products Made by Members
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Experiential Menswear Shops
Ben Sherman's NYC Concept Store Boasts a Full-Service Shirt Bar
23
Library-Inspired Retail Decors
Neri & Hu Develops a Library-Style Interior for the Valextra Shop
22
Comfort-Focused Nap Lounges
The Casper Nap Lounge Lets New Yorkers Get Some Peace and Quiet
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Shoppable Health Hubs
'Clean Market' Offers a Curated Range of Health Products and Services
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Self-Serve Chicken Wing Bars
B-Dubs Express Features a Wing Sauce Wall and Self-serve Beer
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Personalized Pet Care Stores
Petco Launched 'PetCoach' as a New Pet Store Concept
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In-Store Reading Lounges
IKEA & the Man Booker Prize Created Reading Rooms Filled with Free Novels
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Curated Secondhand Boutiques
'Curated By Goodwill NYNJ' Helps to Counter Wasteful Fast Fashion
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Pop-Up Toy Store Ventures
Party City will be opening ‘Toy City' for the Holidays
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Sustainable Contemporary Fashion Retailers
The Acey Boasts Quality Brands with Mindful Practices
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Conveyor Belt Dessert Bars
Maison Able Cafe Ron Ron is a Conveyor Belt Restaurant Serving Dessert
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Next-Gen Community Shops
China's RED Home is a Destination for Xiaohongshu's E-Commerce Users
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First-to-Market Food Halls
Market & Co. Brings Premium and Specialty Food to York Region
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Curated Clean Beauty Pop-Ups
This Mall's Beauty Stores Participated in an Immersive One-Day Event
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Community-Focused Piazza Stores
The Apple Milan Store Features a Gorgeous Public Piazza
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Blockchain-Based POS Systems
The 'Pundi X' Helps Stores Conduct Multi-Cryptocurrency Transactions
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Micro Fulfillment Centers
Takeoff is Introducing Small-Scale Automated Grocery Distributors
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VR E-Shopping Kiosks
Amazon Set Up Interactive Virtual Reality Kiosks for Amazon Prime Day
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Bicoastal Fashion Retail Interiors
Janson Goldstein References Brand ALC's Ethos for This Store
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Elegant Penmanship Stores
Calligraphy by David Ho Design Studio is an Understated Writing Heaven
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Floating Soccer Ball Installations
Darío Escobar's Project Has a Deconstructed Approach to Art
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Luxury Fashion Loans
Browns is Exploring the Sharing Economy with Fashion Rental Service Armarium
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Repurposed Television Studios
Equinox Miracle Mile Transforms a TV Studio into an Expansive Gym
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Shoppable Reading Experiences
Riley Costello's shopfiction Lets Readers Shop Character Outfits
Related Ideas
Experiential Luggage Events
The BÉIS Bloomingdale’s Takeover Featured a Human Claw Machine
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Nature-Inspired Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso Opens a Retail Location in Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Luxe Supermarket Minimal Fashion
Erewhon Supermarket and Merci Join on a Special Capsule
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
Grab-and-Go Employee-Free Retailers
Lotus Launched a 'Pick & Go' Location in Thailand
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Recycling-Focused Store Concepts
COS Adopts Recycled Materials to Enhance its New Store Locations
Wearable AI Retail Assistants
Augmodo Unveils a New Pilot Affecting Four Warehouse Locations
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Efficiency-Driven AI Retail Models
Google Cloud's New Retail Solutions Seek to Optimize Workflow
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
Immersive Fragrance Retail Locations
The Perfume Shop Experiential Store is Located in Stockport
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
Tailored Retail Experiences
Levi’s Reinvents Retail with NextGen Indigo Shopping Experience
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Personalized Customer Service Tools
Walmart Launched 'Wallaby' Powered by Generative AI
Curated Online Fashion Storefronts
SHEIN Introduced its 'Trend Stores' for Personalized Shopping
Sausage Snack ATMs
Greggs and Monzo Created a Sausage Roll-Dispensing Machine
Small-Format Grocery Stores
Amazon’s Whole Foods to Open New Small-Format Stores in Cities
Tranquil Retail Environments
NEOM Wellbeing Has Launched Its First U.S. Storefront in New York
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
In-Airport Toy Retailers
Toys R Us is Expanding its Retail Presence with Up to 24 Airport Stores
Interactive AR Storefronts
Spotselfie AR Meta Stores Tie Real-World Places to Virtual Storefronts
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Collaborative Streetwear Retailers
Better Gift Shop in Toronto is a Bustling Hub for Hip Fashion
Branded Low-Cost eCommerce Stores
Amazon Haul Offers Low-Cost Products to Attract Shoppers
Healthcare Management Retailer Apps
The CVS Health App Puts More Control in the Customer's Hands
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
Record-Breaking Autonomous Supermarkets
Sensei Debuted a Groundbreaking Supermarket at NRF 2025
AI-Backed Grocery Recommendations
Instacart Smart Shop Uses AI to Enhance Searches
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Jewelry Retail Expansions
Mejuri Opens 40th Location at Major Canadian Shopping Center
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Employee-Free Smart Stores
The 'Teo' Employee-Free Store in Germany is a Success Story
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
Australian Beauty Store Expansions
Adore Beauty Unveils a Physical Store in Westfield Southland
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Healthful Grocer Wellness Campaigns
United Supermarkets 28-Day Challenge Campaign is Rewarding
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Conscious-Focused Retail Stores
ATLAS Opens its Doors in Westfield Century City
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
Pioneering Plant-Based Supermarkets
REWE's Venture is Considered a Bold Innovation in the Industry
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Apparel-Themed Pop-Up Cafes
UNIQLO Unveils its Spring/Summer LifeWear Collection and Coffee Pop-Up
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Customizable Retail Mobile Apps
Lightspeed Promotes On-the-Go Sales with its 'Lightspeed Scanner'
Data-Driven Grocery Deliveries
Burq Last-Mile Delivery is Aiming to Transform Grocery This Year
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Rapid Grocery Delivery Services
Instacart and Albertsons Companies Have Expanded Their Partnership
Toronto Mall Beauty Expansions
Sephora's Grand Opening at the Well Offers Free Incentives
AI-Enabled Retail Partnerships
Sainsbury’s and Microsoft Partnered to Elevate Shipping Experiences
Approachable Retailer Branding Updates
The Latest Walmart Brand Refresh Reflects its Legacy
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Tech-Enhanced Grocery Retail Experiences
RSA America & the California Grocers Association Partner
Grocery Store Quiet Hours
Woolworths Expands Its Quiet Hour Initiative at Its Stores
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Retail Innovation-Focused Events
Spar International Hosts the Spar Transform Event to Boost Retail
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Cashier-Free Grocer Expansions
Aisle 24 Continues to Expand in Canada Amid Success
Refrigerated Vending Machines
The REDYREF Smart Food Fridge Uses RFID Technology
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Shoppable Fridge Screens
Samsung Unveils a New Partnership with Instacart for On-Fridge Shopping
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Immersive Store Screens
Hays Travel Introduces Immersive Technology to Transform Holiday Planning
Dynamic Meal Ordering Kiosks
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop is Bringing Samsung Kiosks to Locations
Marathon Retail Partnerships
The Deliveroo x Boots Marathon Roo-covery Hub is a One-Stop Shop
Retail Body Cam Initiatives
Pret a Manger Employees are Testing Out Body Cams for Personal Safety
Saucy High-Definition Screen Campaigns
Zaxby’s is Leveraging the Busy Black Friday Shopping Period
Expanded Technology Marketplaces
Best Buy Has Plans to Launch a New Third-Party Marketplace
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Elevated Private Food Ranges
Bettergoods is the First New Store Brand from Walmart in 20 Years
Streamlined POS Experiences
Instacart, DUMAC and TRUNO Enhance AI-Powered Smart Cart Adoption
24-Hour AI-Powered Stores
REWE To Go and Lekkerland SE Open Germany's First Autonomous Store
Scandinavian Aesthetics-Forward Shop Designs
Quadrant Design Shapes the Atmosphere in Eton's Shop
AI Shrink Reduction Tools
Groupement Mousquetaires Debuts a Partnership to Address Checkout Fraud
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Croatian Retailer Studenac is Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Efficient On-the-Go Stores
Parfetts Shop & Go Store Concept Responds to Consumer Demand
Women-Focused Lifestyle Retail Concepts
MILK MONEY is Expanding Its Boutique Concept to Boston
Events-Focused Retail Spaces
The Brick Spot from LEGO Group Features Interactive Party Elements
Post-Holiday Retail Promotions
The One Stop Big Brands Low Prices Campaign is Packed with Savings
Rapid Refund Platforms
Reshop Helps Shoppers Get Refunds Faster
Modern Athleisure Retail Locations
lululemon is Opening a New Retail Location in Copenhagen
Checkout-Free Grocery Stores
ALDI Launches the Innovative 'ALDIgo' Checkout-Free Grocery Store
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Digital Retail Mapping Solutions
Living Map Installs Screens at Metrocentre Shopping Centre
Interactive Store Hubs
The Samsung Experience Store at Scarborough is a New Hub for Tech Lovers
AI-Powered Checkout Models
Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology Supports Seamless Checkouts
Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Checkout-Free Convenience Systems
7-Eleven Australia Integrates a Checkout-Free Shopping System
Multi-Brand E-Commerce Expansions
Multiple Grocers are Adapting Instacart's Storefront Pro Tool
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Supermarket-Themed Roller Rooms
Asda's Rollback Roller Disco Shared Affordable Staples
Mobile Ad-Supported Checkouts
Sam's Club is Launching Display Ads in its Mobile App
Retailer Bakery Product Expansions
These New One Stop Lines are Perfect for Picnics and Sharing
Discount Retailer Rewards Apps
Poundland's 'Poundland Perks' Program Unlocks Exclusive Discounts
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Grocery Store Charging Hubs
M&S in Cheshunt Opened its First bp pulse Charging Hub
Checkout-Free Theme Park Stores
LEGOLAND Windsor Now Offers a Checkout-Free Store for Visitors
Third-Party Coupon Providers
Instacart Taps Ibotta to Provide Customers with Digital Coupons
Retail Food Expiry Tools
Gander Taps C-Store Collective to Launch a New Service Partnership
App-Supported Seamless Checkouts
Sam’s Club Introduces a Checkout-Free Shopping Centre
Expiration Management Tools
East of England Co-op Taps Retail Insight for a New Waste Solution
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
AR Merchandising Tools
Instore Activation Enhances Trade Marketing With Real-Time AR Solutions
Retail Boosting Citywide Initiatives
Aberdeen is Bringing Back its 'Shop Aberdeen' Initiative