From unstaffed denim stores to trying on clothing items in AR, this list of February 2019 retail innovations explores some of the ways in which brands are changing to appeal to the modern consumer. This list features plenty examples of tech integration and personalization, demonstrating a consumer's demand for more autonomy and efficiency.
The Dollar Store has extended to the online world, offering Canadian consumers an eCommerce platform that prioritizes convenience and affordability. Meanwhile, an unstaffed denim store has opened in Seoul, offering an experimental business model as the location is open 24/7.
With Valentine's Day around the corner, a jewelry store in New York City is enabling consumers to purchase fine jewelry from a vending machine, offering a convenient and unique experience that streamlines purchasing jewelry, while making it more accessible.
Top 60 Retail Innovations in February
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Productive Hybrid Retail Concepts
The We Company Launches a Shop, Cafe and a Work Space
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Next-Gen Shopping Showcases
NXP's 'Smart Market' Exhibits Retail Solutions for Today and Tomorrow
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Softened Futuristic Retail Interiors
Xian Xiang Design's Boutique Design Boasts Pink Glass
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Slow Luxury Beauty Shops
The Atelier Beauté Chanel Encourages Guests to Explore Leisurely
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Digital Personal Shopping Assistants
Piktorlabs' 'VERA' Recommends Based on Popular Styles & Media
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Affordable Online Shopping Sites
Zebit Offers Zero Percent Interest on Millions of Items
54
Solo Valentine Shops
Sour Patch's Valentine's Day Shop is Devoted to "Singles Appreciation Day"
53
Digital Grocery Stores
Kroger and Microsoft are Transforming the In-Store Shopping Experience
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Playfully Colorful Showroom Designs
Hem's Los Angeles Store Boasts a Gigantic Painted Installation
51
Pop-Up Skincare Cafes
Singapore's L’Occitane Store Featured a Provence-Inspired Cafe Activation
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App User-Exclusive Pop-Up Experiences
This Nike Pop-Up in Atlanta is Compatible with the SNKRS App
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Accommodating Convenience Markets
The Alltown Fresh Concept Caters to Various Dietary Preferences
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Luxe Joint Menswear Capsules
Lucky Blue Smith Stars in the KITH Versace Menswear Lookbook
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AR Diamond Ring Try-Ons
Helzberg Diamonds is Introducing a Next-Gen Diamond-Buying Experience
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Jewelry Vending Machines
Marla Aaron's In-Store Machine Offers a New Way to Buy Fine Jewelry
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Playfully Interactive Music Pop-Ups
The Moog House of Electronicus Temporarily Opened in LA
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Design-Friendly Car Dealership Pop-Ups
Auto Classic BMW's Perth Dealership Celebrated Local Design
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Contemporary British Streetwear Editorials
Wavey Garms Spotlights Its Key Offerings for SS 2019
42
Branded Candy-Themed Sundaes
The Wienerschnitzel Candy Sundaes Come in Three Delicious Varieties
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V-Day-Specific Branding Initiatives
Smith&+Village Outfits Harvey Nichols' Luxury Chocolates
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Hybrid Shanghai Retail Spaces
Office Coastline Designs a Multi-Purpose Space with Delicate Motifs
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Gamified Training Apps
The Walmart Spark City App Challenges Trainees in a Virtual Retail Setting
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Terracotta-Accented Retail Spaces
Kengo Kuma Creates an Intricate Interior for Camper Retail Site
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Luxury Luggage Boutiques
The Rimowa Flagship Store in Japan Celebrates Elegance and Functionality
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Vegetable Rice Substitutes
Pei Wei Has Added a Cauliflower Rice Option as a Healthier Substitution
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Contemporary Pop Streetwear
Eli Russell Linnetz Creates His First Collection With Nike
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Lavish Lifestyle Boutiques
RDAI's Hermès Osaka Store Embodies the Brand's Elegant Legacy
33
Voice-Activated Shopping Assistants
In BevMo! Stores, 'Smart Aisle' Offers Product Recommendations
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Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops
Foot Locker's 'Power Store' is a Hub for Art & Sneaker Culture
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Unstaffed Denim Stores
The LAB101 Denim Store Design Explores a New Format for Fashion Retail
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P2P Marketplace Apps
'Storr' Lets Anyone Open a Free Store from Their Phone in Three Clicks
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Contemporary Brooklyn Footwear Showrooms
Bower Designs a Fluid Space for Shoe Brand Gray Matters
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Shareable Valentine's Day Desserts
The Baskin-Robbins Love & Kisses Sundae Costs Just $5
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Internationally Inspired Peanut Chocolates
These New M&M’s Flavors are Limited-Edition
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Digital-First Design Flagships
New York's One Kings Lane Flagship Store Fosters Creativity
25
Golden Turmeric Coffee Drinks
These New Peet's Coffee Drinks Have a Warm Profile
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AI-Integrated Shopping Carts
The Caper Smart Cart Revolutionizes Grocery Shopping
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Blue-Accented Menswear Flagship Stores
Jack Erwin's NY Store Has an Elegant & Minimalist Aesthetic
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Sculptural Metallic Pet Shops
This Modern Pet Shop in China Repurposes an Old Slaughterhouse
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Online Dollar Store Platforms
A Dollarama Online Store is Now Accessible to Canadian Consumers
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Handwoven Year-Round Furniture Sets
Mr. Backyard Makes Affordable Handwoven Outdoor Furniture
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Interactive Home Electronics Boutiques
Yorkdale's Dyson Demo Store Encourages Product Interaction
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Autonomous eCommerce Delivery Robots
The Amazon Scout Robot will Start Delivering in Washington
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AR Shoe Try-On Apps
Wannaby's 'Wanna Kicks' Puts Sneakers on Feet with Augmented Reality
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Techy Free Creative Workshops
Apple Hosts Educational Sessions to Enhance Customer Experience
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Mall-Based Ride-Share Initiatives
Lyft is Offering More Convenient Car-Sharing Experiences
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AI Fulfillment Engines
IBM's Watson Order Optimizer Learns Intelligently and Makes Predictions
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Charitable Warm Winter Initiatives
The Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation Works with Macy's
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Traceable CPG Packaging
Digimarc and HP Created a Serialized Package Printing Solution
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Discount-Notifying Shopping Apps
Pick n Pay's Mobile Community is Centered Around Price Specials
10
Cheesy Snack-Topped Sandwiches
The KFC Cheetos Sandwich is Being Test Marketed by the QSR Brand
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Elite Wine Subscription Services
The Wine Club Program by Cooper's Hawk Gives Members Elite Access
8
Dynamic Cooler Ads
Cooler Screens Commercial Freezer Doors Collect Data to Deliver Targeted Ads
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Assistive Apparel Hangtags
Digimarc's 'Barcode for Apparel' Shows Styles Not on the Retail Floor
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AR Eyewear Try-Ons
Warby Parker's AR App Helps Shoppers Virtually Try on Glasses
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Vegan QSR Kids Meals
The McDonald's Sweden Vegan Happy Meal Comes with Falafels
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AR Tent-Previewing Experiences
Mountain Hard Wear's AR Tech Simplifies Shopping for Outdoor Gear
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Cheesy Pretzel Crust Pizzas
The Little Caesars Stuffed Pretzel Crust Pizza Has a Crispy Profile
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AI Visual Search Tools
Syte's VSN Lets Consumers Browse by Showing Versus Telling
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Versatile Outdoor Adventure Jackets
The Packsture Jacket is Breathable, Warm and Adjustable
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Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
Chic Footwear Retail Expansions
Dolce Vita Debuts its First Canadian Flagship Store
AI-Powered Fresh Food Vending Machines
Daily Blends Debuts Smart Vending Machines
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
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
Autonomous Micro Markets
Micromart Features Digital Price Tags & AI Product Recognition Sensors
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
Modern Eyewear Flagship Stores
DITA Eyewear Has Opened Its First Flagship Store in Amsterdam
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
On-Demand AI Fashion
Desigual is Testing Designs Made by Its Team and Artificial Intelligence
Vegan Haircare Pop-Ups
DESIGNME Unveils the First Ever Canadian Pop-Up in Toronto
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
State-of-the-Art Retail Fragrance Dispensers
iRomaScents Enhances the Retail Experience with Tech
GenAI Thrifting Tools
ThredUp's AI-Powered Shopping Tools Support Unique, Sustainable Finds
Cost-Conscious Cashierless Microstores
Fainders.AI Launched a Prefab MicroStore Within a Gym
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Culturally Rich Sports Stores
adidas' New 'Home of Sport' Flagship Features Unique Digital Tools
Grab-and-Go Employee-Free Retailers
Lotus Launched a 'Pick & Go' Location in Thailand
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
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
In-Store Beauty Sampling Kiosks
Ulta Beauty and SOS are Partnering to Promote Product Discovery
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
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Online Merchandise Storefronts
The Panera Shop Gives Access to Bread-themed Apparel & Carb-Couture
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"
In-Store Perfume Refill Stations
The Perfume Shop and L’Oréal Debuted a Multi-Brand Refill Setup
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
Circular Shopping Experiences
The Stock Market by Selfridges is a Sustainable Shopping Experience
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-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
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
Uniquely Designed Airport Stores
Tiffany & Co’s Changi Airport Store Boasts a Recycled Storefront
Employee-Free Smart Stores
The 'Teo' Employee-Free Store in Germany is a Success Story
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Y2K-Inspired Fashion Collections
The Bench Revival Collection Boasts a Range of Nostalgic Styles
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
AI-Powered Snack Shops
The Aramark Quick Eats Store Has a Checkout-Free Layout
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
Modern Women-Exploring Luxe Fashion
The Fendi SS24 Series was Unveiled on the Runways
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Digital Grocery Screens
Kroger Launches the New Digital Smart Screens Across 500 Store Locations
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
Virtual Clothing Designers
Nordcurrent's Pocket Styler Studio is a New Fashion Creation Platform
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
LED-Infused Festival Fashion
Tinsel Arcade Offers Expressive Statement Clothing & Accessories
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
Plush Footwear Pop-Ups
The Monster Den by On Shares the Joy of Running
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
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Attention-Grabbing Retail Displays
Auo's Smart Shelf Displays Enhance the Customer Experience
Jewelry Retail Expansions
Mejuri Opens 40th Location at Major Canadian Shopping Center
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
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
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
Flagship Physical Jewelry Stores
'Swatch' Announced its Flagship Canadian Location in Vancouver
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.
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Toronto Mall Beauty Expansions
Sephora's Grand Opening at the Well Offers Free Incentives
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Collaborative Cosmetic Concept Shops
Hourglass and Barneys New York Partnered for a Concept Store
AI-Driven Convenience Stores
GS25 Launched an Autonomous Convenience Store Powered by Fainders.AI
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
Japan-Expansive Physical Fashion Stores
Studio Nicholson Gets a New Store in Tokyo
Historical Doll-Themed Wardrobes
Consumers Can Rent Barbie's Dream Wardrobe Through Selfridges
Unstaffed Grab-and-Go Stores
ITRI and 7-Eleven Collaborated on X-STORE 7
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
AI-Powered Supermarkets
Green Picks Market Autonomous Grocery Store is Frictionless
AI-Powered Denim Catalogs
Salsa Jeans Implemented MySize's Smart Catalogue to Improve Fit & Sizing
Modern Fashion Retail Expansions
Simons Expands with Two New Urban Stores in Toronto
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
Early-Access Shopping Apps
The J.Crew App Provides Users Access to Sales 48 Hours in Advance
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
AI Clothing Try-Ons
Google's AI Shopping Feature Shows How Apparel Looks on Real Models
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
AI-Generated Shopping Campaigns
Sandton City's Latest Campaign Integrates Smart Technology
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Low-Waste Shopping Solutions
ASDA, Avery Berkel & Hanshow are Enhancing Sustainability in the UK
Jewelry Rewards Initiatives
Mejuri Launches a New App and Loyalty Program Called Mejuri+
Purposeful Gifting Pop-Ups
The Body Shop's Advent of Change Pop-Up Shares Gifts That Give Back
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Clothing Repair Concessions
Sojo Opens Permanent Repair Concession at Selfridges
Innovative SCO Kiosks
Austrian Brand Shopreme Debuts a New Self-Checkout Kiosk for Retailers
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Croatian Retailer Studenac is Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels
Cashier-Free Grocer Expansions
Aisle 24 Continues to Expand in Canada Amid Success
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
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
Loss Prevention AI Checkouts
Vynamic Smart Vision Shrink Reduction Addresses Self-Checkout Issues
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Personal Shopping Assistants
Klarna Debuts a More Personalized Shopping Feature Dubbed Ask Klarna
Modern Denim Pop-Up Shops
Urban Outfitters Launches a BDG Pop-Up with the Denim Swap Shop
Checkout-Free Convenience Systems
7-Eleven Australia Integrates a Checkout-Free Shopping System
Eco-Friendly Timepiece Stores
Heinemann Oceania Unveils Two Sustainable Concept Stores
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Flashlight Experience Stores
Olight Combines In-Store Shopping Experience with Digital Tools
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Visual Merchandising Planning
Visulon Inc.'s is a Cloud-Based Enterprise Solutions Platform
Micro Self-Service Checkout Kiosks
The 365 Retail Markets MM6 Mini Kiosk is Versatile
Checkout-Free Theme Park Stores
LEGOLAND Windsor Now Offers a Checkout-Free Store for Visitors
Size-Inclusive Adaptive Apparel
QVC Launches the Denim & Co. Adaptive Apparel Collection
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
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
Occasion-Driven Apparel Retailers
Windsor Fashions Llc Expands into the Canadian Market
Christmasy Convenience Retailer Promotions
The 7-Eleven Holiday Deals are Here for 2023
South Korean Diamond Capsules
Lotte Department Store Debuts the Louis Vuitton Diamond Collection
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Low-Cost Private Brand Expansions
The Dollar General Clover Valley Range Now Has 100 More Products
Locally Focused Footwear Stores
The Athlete's Foot Opened a Neighborhood Concept Store in Atlanta