The August 2019 interactive category showcases how companies can utilize technology to bring about a well-curated experience for their consumers. This list pays particular attention to the retail industry.
As brick-and-mortar establishments are battling with the convenience of e-commerce, a lot of companies opt-in for the multi-sensory omnichannel. These instances entail a combination of worlds. Green Room and PUMA, for example, boast an all-digital experience for the City Store in Manchester which features an interactive boot wall, a plethora of in-store games, and more.
The August 2019 interactive list also spotlights a number of pop-ups. From NadaMoo!'s vegan ice cream one to Treatwell and Poptata's snack-sharing beauty one, a temporary activation is a great way to engage consumers and leave an impression.
Top 40 Interactive Trends in August
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Environmentally Focused Interactive Exhibitions
Daan Roosegaarde's Exhibit is Set in Dark Rooms
39
In-Store Chocolate 3D Printers
Cadbury Introduced a High-Tech Activation for World Chocolate Day
38
Reflection-Based AI Installations
Ultravioletto Curates a Mirror-Dependent Installation in Spoleto
37
Affordable Ice Tea-Inspired Sneakers
adidas and AriZona sell their shoe collaboration for $0.99
36
Clothes-Swapping Pop-Ups
The Comfort Swap Shop Helps Millennials Make Sustainable Fashion Choices
35
Branded Zero Likes Campaigns
Kahlúa's 'Zero Likes Given' Campaign is an Exhibit of Unliked Posts
34
Stress Relief Skincare Buses
St. Ives' #NatureReset Reminds of Nature's Power to Relieve Stress
33
Home Furnishing Full-Service Restaurants
Crate & Barrel Opens New Restaurant 'The Table at Crate'
32
Colorful Climate Change-Inspired Totems
Alicja Biała & Iwo Borkowicz Work with Climate Change Data
31
Film-Inspired Social Media Filters
Kindai Celebrates a Cult-Favorite Film with an AR Filter
30
Bubble Tea Theme Parks
The Tokyo Tapioca Land Pop-Up is an Immersive Bubble Tea Experience
29
Pizza Pickup Cubicles
Pizza Hut Launched Warming Lockers for Carryout Orders
28
AR Ice Cream Games
The Magnum Pleasure Fair on Snapchat Replicates the Magnum Pleasure Store
27
Immersive Digital Retail Experiences
Green Room and PUMA Launched a New City Store Experience
26
Live Shopping Apps
HelpJess Connects Consumers to Brick-and-Mortar Retail Staff
25
Multi-Sensory Cereal Activations
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Created an Immersive Cinnaverse Experience
24
Snack-Sharing Beauty Pop-Ups
Treatwell and Poptata's Pop-Up Pairs Street Food & Manicures
23
Robotic Popcorn Machines
Pop Bot Promoted Fire TV By Serving Snacks Based on Favorite Genres
22
Brand-Sponsored Fitness Events
Sport Chek's 'Move Makers' is a Day of Free Fitness Classes
21
Unappreciated Photo Campaigns
Kahlua's 'Zero Likes Given' Highlights Unliked Instagram Photos
20
Deliberately Unfinished Furniture Projects
People Can Finish Qiang Huang's Furniture with Bikes
19
Botanically Scented Posters
Hendrick’s Sensory Advertising Shares the Aroma of Roses & Cucumbers
18
Biometric-Tracking Installations
Thorne Turns a Person's Vital Signs Into Artful Digital Displays
17
Dedicated Cheese Puff Pop-Ups
KFC Marked Its Cheetos Collab with An 'All Orange Everything' Pop-Up
16
Vegan Ice Cream Pop-Ups
NadaMoo! Launched Experiential Vegan Ice Cream Pop-Ups Across the USA
15
Ice Cream Brand Hotels
Halo Top Teamed Up with QT hotel on the First Ice Cream-Themed Hotel Room
14
Sci-Fi AR Marketing
Google Used the New York Times to Host a Stranger Things Augmented Reality Ad
13
Scream-Measuring Ice Cream Machines
Cadbury is Sharing Treats with People Who Scream for Ice Cream
12
Grinning Potato Chip Packaging
Lay's Snack Bags Share 31 "Everyday Smilers" & an AR Experience
11
AR Soccer Experiences
Trivento's Augmented Reality Soccer Game Challenges Fans to Become Players
10
Knick-Knack Exchange Shops
Barclays' Souvenir Swap Shop Lets People Trade Tchotchkes for Cash
9
Sci-Fi-Inspired Retro Programs
Microsoft's Windows 1.11 App Commorates Stranger Things
8
Small-Scale Apartment Parties
Desperados Joined Two Small Spaces with Floor-to-Ceiling LED Screens
7
Branded Treasure Hunts
Michael Kors' Wonderlust Collection Includes a 'Fantasy Island' Activation
6
Branded City-Inspired Playlists
The 'Smirnoff Pure Sounds Like’ Campaign Shares 28 Playlists
5
Happiness-Themed Yogurt Experiences
Onken Yoghurt Launched 'The Haus of Inner Happiness' Pop-Up
4
Forested Beer Pop-Ups
Busch's One-Day-Only 'Pop Up Schop' is Hidden Within a National Forest
3
Dynamic 3D Typography
OMSE Utilizes Augmented Reality for a Future-Forward Typography Project
2
NFC Alcohol Bottle Caps
Amorim’s Top Series Uses NFC Technology to Fight Counterfeiting
1
Candy Brand Dance Challenges
Dippin' Dots' National Challenge Asks Fans to Show Off Their Moves
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Cashmere-Centric Pop-Ups
Loro Piana X Harrods Join Forces for an Enchanting Anniversary Takeover
AI-Driven Dreamy Fashion Campaigns
ETRO's Spring 2024 Ad Campaign Uses Artificial Intelligence
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
AI-Powered Shopping Experiences
SOOT Introduced Moodboard-Inspired Shopping
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
AR-Enhanced Hair Dye Boxes
L’Oréal & Snapchat Brought an AR Packaging Experience to Walmart
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
AI-Powered Fashion Apps
The 'Blend' App Helps Users Find Products That Suit Their Style and Budget
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
AI Virtual Try-On Tools
Outfit Changer AI Represents the Future of the Fashion Industry
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Shoe Retailer AI Apps
SuperStep Partnered with 'IMSHOP' to Create a Convenient Mobile App
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Luxury Fabric Pop-Ups
The Extreme Cashmere Pop-Up Brings Luxe Sustainability to NYC
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
H&M and Charli xcx Host a Surprise Event at Times Square
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
Immersive Beauty Shopping Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Collaboration with Obsess
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Interactive Shoppable High-Fashion Films
The Saint Laurent Summer 2024 Collection is Chic
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
AI-Powered Clothing Shopping Partnerships
True Fit and Shopify are Working Together for Sizing
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Augmented Outerwear Mirrors
Ugg's Flagship Highlights Cold Weather Apparel with a Zero10 Mirror
AI-Driven Fashion Platforms
HeyBeauty Offers a Virtual Fitting Room Where Users Can Try on Clothes
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Jelly Tint Arcade Pop-Ups
MILK MAKEUP will Offer an Experiential Claw Machine Event in NYC
Swedish Streetwear Campaigns
Axel Arigato Launches its Festive 2024 Campaign
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Multi-Sensory Shoe Pop-Ups
The Ugg Feel House Concept was Co-Curated by Post Malone
AR Piano Previews
Roland AR Helps Shoppers Find the Right Piano with Augmented Reality
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani's Interactive Yogurt Packaging Engages Snackers for Halloween
Idol Singer Breakfast Promotions
Mos Burger Offers Dining Experience with Idols via AR
Surrealist Pink Pop-Ups
Hourglass Cosmetics is Hosting the Unreal Pop-Up Shop in NYC
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Communication-Based Immersive Exhibitions
Intuit Mailchimp and Design Museum Present Email is Dead
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
AR Furniture Testing Features
Pinterest Lets Users View Virtual Furniture in their Homes
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
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
Comprehensive Apparel Brand Campaigns
Apparel Group Launches Its Expansive 'Summer-Time' Campaign
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Scannable Skincare Murals
The Ordinary's Interactive Augmented Reality Mural Promotes Bodycare
AR Try-On Technologies
Nextech3D.ai Intends to Acquire Designhubz to Expand Its E-Commerce Prowess
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Modern Denim Pop-Up Shops
Urban Outfitters Launches a BDG Pop-Up with the Denim Swap Shop
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Immersive Balloon Experiences
The Balloon Story Pop-Up Event is Whimsical and Imaginative
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved