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
38
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
30
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
18
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
10
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
7
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
4
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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Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
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
Digital Fashion Event Series
The Digital Fashion Designer’s Council Debuts Fashion Week Connect
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
On-Demand AI Fashion
Desigual is Testing Designs Made by Its Team and Artificial Intelligence
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
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
AI Outfit Search Engines
'I Have Nothing to Wear' Uses AI to Spark Fashion Inspiration
Youth Apparel Retail Integrations
The Children's Place is Available on Shein's Online Storefront
Engaging Shelf Displays
Netvisual is Elevating In-Store Advertising with its Shelf Edge Displays
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
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Google AI Now Allows Shoppers to Browse AI Product Recommendations
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
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
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
One-of-One Clothing Collections
mmERCH Uses Generative Design to Create "Neo-Couture"
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Virtual Poolside Shops
The Lacoste Virtual Shop Has an Exclusive Space for Members and NFT Owners
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
Digital Celeb Shopping Experiences
This Walmart Digital Shopping Experience Has Customized Carts
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
AI Virtual Try-On Tools
Outfit Changer AI Represents the Future of the Fashion Industry
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Digitally Customizable Bridesmaid Dresses
Couture Technologies and 3100 West Join Forces
Authentic Streetwear Stores
eBay's Canal Street Wear Features On-Site Authentication
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
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Co-Browsing Shopping Platforms
buywith's Next Gen Co-Browsing Patent Helps Customers Shop Together
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Fashion AI Platforms
AI Fashion Concierege App 'Aesthetic' Creates a Tailored Shopping Experience
Digital Streetwear Collaborations
The Fabricant x Highsnobiety Dropped During Paris Fashion Week
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Klarna's AI Image Search Helps Shoppers Find the Best Deals
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
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
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
AI Shopping Customization Tools
The Zegna X Experience Merges AI Technology & Traditional Retail
Reimagined Digital Fashion
The Fabricant's Deep/23 Collection Refreshes Designs from 2017 with AI
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
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
AI-Driven Fashion Platforms
HeyBeauty Offers a Virtual Fitting Room Where Users Can Try on Clothes
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
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
Fashion-Forward Layering Lines
SHEIN Introduces Weather-Adaptive Fashion Collection
AI-Powered Measuring Tools
3DLook's New AI Tool Helps Accurately Measure the Body for Shopping
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
AI Fashion Photography
Adstronaut AI Creates Stunning eCommerce Images for Fashion Brands
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
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
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Housewares Retailer Design Apps
The Wayfair Decorify App Digitally Transforms Spaces for Shopping
AI-Powered Denim Catalogs
Salsa Jeans Implemented MySize's Smart Catalogue to Improve Fit & Sizing
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
AI Outfit Inspiration
Outfit AI Offers Endless Outfit Possibilities
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
In-House Minimalist Apparel
Crescent’s Contemporary Women’s Clothing for Timeless Elegance
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
AI Clothing Try-Ons
Google's AI Shopping Feature Shows How Apparel Looks on Real Models
AR Furniture Testing Features
Pinterest Lets Users View Virtual Furniture in their Homes
Phygital Luxury Sneakers
The Dior B33 Sneakers Use NFC Tech to Link to a Digital Twin
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
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Digital Fashion Academies
CLO Academy Teaches Basic & Specialized Topics in Digital Fashion Design
AI-Generated Shopping Campaigns
Sandton City's Latest Campaign Integrates Smart Technology
Virtual Skincare Experiences
Skincare Brand Laniege Launches its First Virtual Store with Obsess
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
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
Virtual Shopping Assistants
Firework's AVA is a Digital Human That Enhances E-Commerce with AI
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
Omnichannel Retail Initiatives
J. Jill is Aiming to Provide Women More Positive Retail Experiences
Digital Luxury Apparel
Meta and Valentino Have Partnered to Launch a Line of Digital Clothing
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Artist-Led Music Streaming Stores
The SoundCloud Store Lets Artists Create Their Own Merch
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
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
Personal Shopping Assistants
Klarna Debuts a More Personalized Shopping Feature Dubbed Ask Klarna
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Taiwan-Based AI Shopping Carts
Innolux Debuts a Smart Shopping Cart at FamiSuper Stores
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
Virtual Personal Styling Services
Fashivly Was Founded by Professional Stylist Ashlyn Greer
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Virtual Shopper Solutions
Firework Launches a One-to-One Video Chat Solution for Virtual Shoppers
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
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
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
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
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
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