These digital shopping innovations make one wonder if there is ever a need to show up in a real store ever again. Some interesting concepts include stores that create a demand through scarcity by being invite only, and presenting virtual closet swaps.
With its wide range, these digital shopping innovations are indicative of how consumer trust has grown over the last decade in putting their sensitive information (i.e. credit card) online. Digital shopping allows all the fun without any of the traditional hassles.
Implications - Urban consumers lead very busy lives trying to find a balance between work and play. Online shopping lets consumers pick out items when they have a few moments to spare. Companies should consider how they can make their online store more streamlined and efficient.
71 Digital Shopping Innovations
From Internet Fashion Inventories to Real Life Online Stores:
Christopher DeLuca — Nov 2, 2011 — Pop Culture

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Virtual Lingerie Shopping
Knicker Picker

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Virtual Fitting Rooms
Intellifit Takes The Frustration Out Of Online Shopping

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Pack Your Virtual Suitcase
Polyvore.com Social Shopping
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Natural Neck Adornments
This Rebecca Boatfield Jewelry is Wooden & Wonderful
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Shopping By Phone Takes Off
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Ultimate Window Shopping
Tap on Glass to Order Clothing
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Ethical Shopping Sites
Magnifeco is an Eco-Fashion Source Featuring All Things Socially Good
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In-Store Online Shopping
Intel Point-of-Sale Kiosk Skips Sales Personnel But Not Fitting Rooms
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Beijing Olympic Kitsch
Tacky BJ2008 Souvenirs
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Invite-Only Luxury Shopping Sites
Ideeli
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Cartoon Character Couture
Hit Kigu Care Bear Jumper Recalls Memories of Cheer Bear
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Online Luxury Auction Sites
BillionaireXchange.com is the Ultra Premium Version of eBay
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Online Answer to Black Friday
Cyber Monday Kicks off Online Shopping Season
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Ethical Web Boutiques
'Future:Standard' Offers Environmentally and Socially Responsible Clothing
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Personalized Printed Pumps
DreamHeels.com Lets You Design Your Shoe & Earn Money
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Funky Online Fashion
Isabel Marant at Net-a-Porter Will Make Girls Squeal with Joy
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E-Commerce Meets Ultra-luxury
20Ltd Sells High End Design
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Window Shopping
Ralph Lauren Debuts Interactive Window Stores
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Social Good Shopping Sites
'Histoire' Boutique is an Online Store Devoted to Creating a Just World
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Interactive Window Shopping
Hi-tech Interactive Window Displays Will Change the Future of Retail
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Social Fashion Shopping Application
Kitson's Total Fashionista Facebook App
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Invite-Only Web Boutiques
Chanel-Exclusives
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Gendered Web Stats
The 'Men vs. Women: Online Shopping Habits' Infographic Breaks Down Spending
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Virtual Book Shelves For Real Shopping
Zoomii On-Line Bookstore
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Accessorizing With Numbers
The Great Stamp'd LA Spring Collection Footwear
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Real Designers in Virtual Worlds
Vivienne Tam for Stardoll
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Social Shopping & Recommendations
3Luxe Luxury E-Catalogue
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Social Shopping Fan Pages
Express Clothing Allows People to Buy Clothes Directly on Facebook
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5 Social Shopping Sites + ILikeTotallyLoveIt.com
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Chic-onomical Virtual Outlets
The Outnet.com is Outlet for Net-a-Porter.com
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Crowdsourced Fashionocracies
Beta Fashion Creates Collections Entirely from Customer Input
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Picture-Based Shoe Shopping
Modista Helps Budget Fashionistas Score Similar Styles
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Personal Credit Card Readers
The SmartSwipe Revolutionizes Online Shopping
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Scheduling Online Shopping
Mapping Hourly Cyber Monday Deals
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Exclusive Car Shopping For Women
Fearless Auto Advice at CarsforGirls.com
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Offbeat Online Market Places
Bonanzle Has Bizarre, Strange and Useless Gifts
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Shutting Down Online Stores
eLuxury Changes to Magazine Format, Denies Financial Woes
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Real Life Online Stores
The eBay Pop-Up Store is a Shift in Web-Based Shopping
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Shopping Addiction iPhone Apps
Net-a-Porter Releases NET-APP That Constantly Updates
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Intuitive Tech Shopping Sites
Measy Quizzes You to Help Decide Which Gadget is for You
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Talk Show Fashion Lines
Oprah Online Store To Sell 'O Baby'
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Dynamic Online Shopping
The New Barneys Magalog Requires 3D Glasses for Viewing
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Big Business Boxing Match-Offs
The Walmart vs Amazon Infographic Compares the Two Mega-Stores
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Online Shops For Millionaires
Recession Unfriendly 20ltd Offers Only 20 Of Each Piece
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Virtual Closet Swaps
ThredUP Uses Netflix Model to Help People Exchange Clothes
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Virtual Accessory Fittings
Claw Money & Sunglass Hut Let You Try Shades On Via Facebook
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Aristocratic Online Shopping
Oakstreet Man Sifts Through the Crap So You Don't Have to
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Luxurious E-Couture
Dolce & Gabbana to Open Online Store for Tech Savvy Fashionistas
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Internet Fashion Inventories
Two Corporate Nemeses Join Forces to Provide the Google Catalog
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Shopping by Text Message
Amazon TextBuyIt
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Simplistic Gadget e-Buying
The Measy Electronics Website Makes Shopping That Much Easier
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Virtual Shopping Experiences
Macy's Magic Fitting Room Makes Trying on Clothes Convenient
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Beauty Sample Subscriptions
The Birchbox Haute Box Bridges Online and In-Store Shopping
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Original Online Stores
Supermarket Sarah Turns a Living Room Wall into an Online Display
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Social Shopping Sites
Couture Society Combines Online Shopping With Social Networking
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Enabling Impulse Shopping
Woot Trackers Hit Bargain Shoppers' Wallets Hard
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BrowseGoods, BlackDogAir
Two New Ways to View Shopping
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Eco Auction Sites
Ebay Bans Ivory
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Consumer Choice-Makers
'Just buy this one' Takes the Guessing Out of Online Shopping
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Crowdsourced Home Shopping Sites
Honeyshed
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Tablet Shopping Apps
The Amazon Windowshop iPad App is Perfect for Shopaholics
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Affordable Custom Apparel
'Send the Trend' Brings Professional Style to Online Shopping
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Virtual Personal Shoppers
‘Shop It To Me' Sends Sales On Designer Clothes in Your Size
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Rentable Indian Ensembles
Luxemi Clothing is a Direct Source for Sari Shopping
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Social Shopping Streams
The Tweetalicious App Aggregates All Your Favorite Deals into One Timeline
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Online Stores Offline
Is @Cosme Cosmetics E-Store Pioneering Next Gen Retail?
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Social Shopping Networks
Blippy Asks You What Your Friends Are Buying
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Auction Webzines
eBay Launches the Inside Source Magazine
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Campaigns Against Unwanted Gifts
ChristmasUncrapped.com
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Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
Digital Apparel Education Initiatives
Roblox is an Unexpected Platform for Fashion Education
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
AI-Powered Shopping Experiences
SOOT Introduced Moodboard-Inspired Shopping
Digital Fashion Event Series
The Digital Fashion Designer’s Council Debuts Fashion Week Connect
Automated AI Shopping Assistants
Visa Intelligent Commerce Supports Shoppers with the Power of AI
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
AI-Powered Ecommerce Technologies
Hugo Boss Launches a New AI-Powered Product Content Feature
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Enhanced In-Store Inventory Management
Old Navy Enters into a Strategic Partnership with RADAR
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Instant Virtual Fitting Tools
HeyBeauty AI Try-On Copilot Let's You Try on Clothes With a Click
GenAI Thrifting Tools
ThredUp's AI-Powered Shopping Tools Support Unique, Sustainable Finds
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
AI Outfit Search Engines
'I Have Nothing to Wear' Uses AI to Spark Fashion Inspiration
Efficiency-Driven AI Retail Models
Google Cloud's New Retail Solutions Seek to Optimize Workflow
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
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
Digital Twin Models
H&M is Working with Models & Agencies to Replicate Virtual Likenesses
Curated Online Fashion Storefronts
SHEIN Introduced its 'Trend Stores' for Personalized Shopping
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Google AI Now Allows Shoppers to Browse AI Product Recommendations
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
Virtual Try-On Services
SpreeAI is Making Significant Strides in the Fashion Industry
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Transformative AI Shopping Experiences
Omoda and Google Cloud Partner for Generative-AI Shopping
Tailored Retail Experiences
Levi’s Reinvents Retail with NextGen Indigo Shopping Experience
In-Store AI Stylists
Skechers' Luna Helps Customers Choose What to Buy
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
One-of-One Clothing Collections
mmERCH Uses Generative Design to Create "Neo-Couture"
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Holographic Fragrance Installations
The Perfume Shop Stores Incorporate Holographic Technology
Custom Sneaker Marketplaces
Sneakify Showcases and Connects Nike By You Enthusiasts in 1 Platform
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
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
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
Digitally Customizable Bridesmaid Dresses
Couture Technologies and 3100 West Join Forces
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
Branded Low-Cost eCommerce Stores
Amazon Haul Offers Low-Cost Products to Attract Shoppers
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Fashion Industry Greenwashing Reports
Fashion Takes Action Zeroes in on Greenwashing Practices
AI-Powered eCommerce Features
Amazon Interests Offers Tailored Product Options for Shoppers
AI-Backed Grocery Recommendations
Instacart Smart Shop Uses AI to Enhance Searches
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AI-Powered Outfit Shopping Features
The eBay Shop the Look Feature is Powered by eBay.ai
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Virtual Try-On for Online Shopping Let's You See Clothes on You Instantly
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
Fashion AI Platforms
AI Fashion Concierege App 'Aesthetic' Creates a Tailored Shopping Experience
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
Digital Try-On Solutions
Bariano Uses Try with Mirra Technology for its New Virtual Fitting Rooms
AI Shopping Customization Tools
The Zegna X Experience Merges AI Technology & Traditional Retail
Youth Apparel Retail Integrations
The Children's Place is Available on Shein's Online Storefront
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
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Fashion-Forward Layering Lines
SHEIN Introduces Weather-Adaptive Fashion Collection
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
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
AI Thrifting Assistants
ThredUp Debuts New AI Features to Enhance Consumers' Shopping Journeys
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
AI Fashion Photography
Adstronaut AI Creates Stunning eCommerce Images for Fashion Brands
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
AI-Powered Clothing Shopping Partnerships
True Fit and Shopify are Working Together for Sizing
Virtual Sneaker Authentication Services
Real Authentication Has Expanded to the Sneaker Market
Metaverse Fashion Malls
Users Can Virtually Try on Mango Designs in Roblox's Outfit Shopping Mall
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
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
AI Outfit Inspiration
Outfit AI Offers Endless Outfit Possibilities
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Personal Shopping Apps
Beamble is Redefining Luxury with On-Demand Personal Shopping
In-House Minimalist Apparel
Crescent’s Contemporary Women’s Clothing for Timeless Elegance
Curated Secondhand Collections
The Digital House of Vinted Grants Members Access to Iconic Items
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
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
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Digital Fashion Academies
CLO Academy Teaches Basic & Specialized Topics in Digital Fashion Design
AR Bag Try-Ons
WANNA's Bags Virtual Try-On Experience Visualizes Styles Worn on the Shoulder
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
GenAI Sizing Tools
True Fit's Fit Hub Simplifies Sizing and Fit Data on Retailers' Product Pages
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Omnichannel Retail Initiatives
J. Jill is Aiming to Provide Women More Positive Retail Experiences
Artist-Led Music Streaming Stores
The SoundCloud Store Lets Artists Create Their Own Merch
Hybrid Shopping Initiatives
City Furniture Partnered with 3D Cloud on Asset Management Solutions
Frictionless QR-Based Resale Features
eBay is Introducing the New 'Resell on eBay' Feature
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Sustainable AI Fashion Platforms
Pronti AI Aims to Eliminate 'Outfit Stress'
Brand Discovery Platforms
SmartCustomer by Sitejabber Helps Customers Find New Favorite Brands
Personal Shopping Assistants
Klarna Debuts a More Personalized Shopping Feature Dubbed Ask Klarna
Digital Retail Mapping Solutions
Living Map Installs Screens at Metrocentre Shopping Centre
3D Garment Solution Expansions
CLO Virtual Fashion Solidifies its Presence in Southeast Asia
Virtual Outfitting Tools
StyleScan Has Launched Stylescan Studio as a New Shopify App
Flashlight Experience Stores
Olight Combines In-Store Shopping Experience with Digital Tools
Diverse Shopping Platforms
VARSHOPS Discovers Quality Products Across Multiple Categories Securely
Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps
Choiced Let's Users Crowdsource Their Outfit Options
Visual Merchandising Planning
Visulon Inc.'s is a Cloud-Based Enterprise Solutions Platform
Personalized Fashion Advice Tools
Urban Stylers Offers Personalized Virtual Styling and Advice
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Online Tuxedo Showrooms
Generation Tux Launches a New Physical Showroom in Ohio
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Preview-Based Shopping Features
Snitch Launches the 'Worth the Wait' Feature for Shoppers
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Immersive Virtual Bookstores
Shepherd Let's Book Lovers Browse Virtual Shelves to Discover Books
AR Merchandising Tools
Instore Activation Enhances Trade Marketing With Real-Time AR Solutions
Digital Wishlist Organizers
My Wish Vault Houses Wishlists in One Place
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools
Digital Organization Tools
Pantry Simplifies the Process of Collecting and Storing Links