Understanding the purchasing habits and values of a younger generation is key as Generation Z prepares to enter the job market and this list of February 2019 youth trends highlight some of the interests shared among this section of the population.
Inclusivity and the integration of social media are two major themes seen through this list, as brands move to diversify while promoting through more personalized and streamlined channels. Microsoft's Super Bowl ad perfectly embodies both of these themes, as it featured an incredibly diverse cast, while spotlighting kids' passion for gaming. Meanwhile, #SNAPSTAR Dolls were designed specifically for social media, offering young children the opportunity to play with toys that are compatible with social media.
Top 40 Youth Trends for February
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Eco Craft Collectibles
The 3D 'Eugy' Toys are Made from 100% Recyclable Materials & Rice-Based Ink
40
Child-Focused Playful Packaging
Adamo's Brand Identity is Communicated Through Its Packages
39
Socially Inspiring Grooming Campaigns
Gillette's Campaign Film Speaks to Its Young Male Audience
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Social Media-Compatible T-Shirts
The Insta Tee by Ironic Lux is an Example of Connected Fashion
37
Posture-Improving Desks
37 Degree Smart Home's KIDESK Child Desk Supports Healthy Sitting Habits
36
Friendly Modern Children's Clinics
Doctor U is a Clinic with a Chic Interior by Ater Architects
35
Kid Show-Inspired Playful Sneakers
PUMA and Sesame Workshop Collaborate on a Whimsical Collection
34
Iconic Casual Wear Cameras
The Conceptual Levis 51 Digital Camera Pays Tribute to the Jeans
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Interior-Exposed Canvas Sneakers
Vans' Sk8-Hi Outside In Sneakers are Oppositely Lined & Detailed
32
Social Media-Inspired Fashion Dolls
The Poseable #SNAPSTAR Dolls for Tweens Pair with a Free App
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Youth-Targeted Yogurt Snacks
The Real Handful Bundlz Snacks are Under 90 Calories Per Serving
30
Voice-Activated Disney Toys
Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 4 Range from ThinkWay is Responsive
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AR-Enabled Billboards
Snapchat's Vertical Billboard Promotes a Snap Original Show
28
Stackable Sand Castle Kits
Create A Castle's Split Mold System Helps to Easily Build a Sand Castle
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Health-Centric Youthful Cafes
The ORIGINALFRESH Cafe in China Boasts a Bold, Fruit-Themed Mural
26
Educational Bath Bombs
Fizzy Magic's Surprise-Inside Bath Bombs are Paired with Bedtime Stories
25
Teddy Bear Gift Shops
The 'Build-A-Bear Giftshop' Offers Gifts for Kids, Galentines and Couples
24
Edible Watercolor Toys
Delicrea's Candy Painting Kit Helps Kids Create Edible Art
23
Communicative Child Smartwatches
The Coolpad Dyno Smartwatch Helps to Connect Kids and Parents
22
Amped-Up Card Games
'This Game Goes to Eleven' is a Sound-Themed Number Card Game
21
Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops
Foot Locker's 'Power Store' is a Hub for Art & Sneaker Culture
20
Viral Rapper Beauty Campaigns
Famed Dr. Phil Guest Danielle Bregoli Now Represents CopyCat Beauty
19
Mix-and-Match Mannequin Dolls
Off the Hook Fashion Dolls and Accessories Support Self-Expression
18
Child Harness Workout Equipment
The 'KettleBaby' Turns Kids into Interactive Fitness Tools
17
Ramadan Countdown Calendars
This Ramadan Calendar Shares Healthy Treats and Puzzles
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Associative Party Games
Endless Games' AKA Challenges Players to Decipher Famous Titles
15
Comforting AR Bandages
Bandai's Bandages for Kids Bring Super Sentai & PreCure Characters to Life
14
Baby-Friendly Veggie Yogurts
YoBaby Organic Yogurt for Babies Comes in Carrot & Sweet Potato
13
Lunar Holiday-Themed Runners
Eddie Huang and adidas Launch a Year of the Panda Ultra Boost Sneaker
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Music-Centric Charity Events
Kanye West Gifts Sneakers to Orphans at the Masulita Children's Home
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Familial Connectivity Management Devices
The iKydz Home Internet Controller Blocks Ads and More
10
Restful Child Meditations
Meditation Studio's 'Goodnight Kiddo' Collection Helps Kids Fall Asleep
9
Plush Squishy Toys
'Splishies' are Plush Toys with Glittering Water-Filled Bellies
8
Vegan QSR Kids Meals
The McDonald's Sweden Vegan Happy Meal Comes with Falafels
7
Dippable Yogurt Snacks
Go-Gurt Dunkers Pair Yogurt and Graham Crackers
6
Real-Time Car-Specific VR Entertainment
Holoride Creates a VR Experience for Bored Passengers
5
Accessibility-Focused Gaming Ads
The 2019 Microsoft Super Bowl Commercial Aims at Inclusion
4
Educational Literary Robots
The 'Luka' Robot Can Read Thousands of Books in Many Languages
3
Travel-Friendly Soccer VIP Experiences
Groupama Aréna Gives Foreign Fans a Unique Opportunity
2
Voice-Activated Spider Toys
Yellies Require Kids to Yell Loud or Soft to Activate Movement
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Confidence-Boosting Free Cab Rides
EXCEL Gum's Toronto Campaign Seeks to Promote Connections
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Multi-Generational Anime Plushes
The Newest Build-A-Bear Sanrio Characters Captivate All Ages
Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns
SKIMS' Holiday Campaign Was Inspired by Vintage Magazines
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Playful Plush Skin Products
Tonymoly Collaborates with Squishmallows to Delight Gen Z Consumers
Emotive Youth Skincare
The Bubble Skincare x Disney Collab Integrates Inside Out 2 Characters
Problem-Solving Youth Skincare
Epic Skincare Shares Purposeful Products for Gen Alpha & Gen Z
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Doll-Inspired Movie Launches
Mattel Plans to Release More Movies Following 'Barbie's' Success
Inclusion-Focused Doll Collections
Barbie's New Doll and Capsule Celebrates the Visually Impaired
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Gen Alpha Barbie Launches
Barbie Announces New Doll Lineup Targeted Towards Older Fans
Empowering Body-Confidence Sports Ads
Dove's 2024 Super Bowl Ad Will Inspire Young Girls
Movement-Inspired Brand Partnerships
On Has Announced a Multi-Year Partnership with Zendaya
Gen Z AI Campaigns
Lenovo Launches a New Campaign Called 'Meet Your Digital Self'
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Gen Z-Targeting Display Concepts
Korea Design Membership and LG Electronics Boasts Forme
Inspiring Role Model Dolls
Barbie Role Models Celebrate Women from Around the World
Metaverse-Launched Luxury Fashion Collections
The Coach Spring 2024 Capsule is in the Metaverse
Y2K Jewelry Collabs
Claire's x Sliving Brings Paris Hilton's Style to a New Generation
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Inclusive Beauty Campaigns
The e.l.f. 'Judge Beauty' Campaign Will be Featured at Super Bowl 2024
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Metaverse Marketing Partnerships
Dentsu Inc. is Working with Naver Z on Zepeto Client Marketing
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Next-Gen Hatching Toys
Spin Master is Reinventing Hatchimals with a Reimagined Egg
Social Movement Medals
The Openness Medal by Samsung Invites Gen Z to Share Challenges
Nostalgic Toy-Inspired Fashion Collections
rue21 is Collaborating with Barbie® and Hot Wheels®
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Suggestive Spread Campaigns
The Marmite First Timers Campaign Targets Gen Z
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Next-Generation Fashion Campaigns
REVOLVE Partners with Jeon Somi for a Gen Z Campaign
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Gen Z Skateboarding Campaigns
Samsung UK's First Flips Spotlights the Galaxy Z Flip5
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Modern Gifting Services
Fresh Sends Reinvents Flower Delivery & Gift-Giving for a New Generation
Phygital Gen Z Fashion
Walmart is Relaunching the No Boundaries Brand on Roblox
Stylish Footwear Campaigns
Under Armour Targets Gen Z in its New 'Flex As You Go' Campaign
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Inclusive Fragrance Campaigns
The 'Where Will They Take You' Campaign Highlights Influencers
Social Media-Free Flip Phones
The HMD Barbie Phone Fuses Nostalgic Style with Digital Wellness
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
90s Toy-Themed Fashion
The Cakeworthy x Furby Collection Pays Tribute to a 90s Sensation
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
Gen Z Eyewear Collabs
Florence by Mills & National Vision Launched Fashion-Forward Eyewear
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Gen Alpha Bodycare Brands
Australian Gen Alpha Brand 'Allkinds' Made its United States Debut
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Tween Beauty Sticks
Talomi's Plant-Based Multi-Sticks Add Color to Eyes, Lips & Cheeks
Gen Alpha Skincare Expansions
Evereden Expands to Southeast Asia in 2024 to Target Gen Alpha
Creativity-Driving Kids Apparel
Zara Announces a Collaboration with New York Label Sea
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Gen Z Voter Engagement Initiatives
Yuzu's Asian American Youth Election Campaign Features Boba
Creator-Endorsed Fruit Snacks
BloxSnacks is Using YouTuber Partnerships to Appeal to Gen Alpha
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Product-Integrated Filters
NYX and Snapchat Launched the 'Beauty Bestie' Shopping Filter
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Fashionable Zombie Dolls
Zombaes Critter Chaos Dolls Have Spooky Mix-and-Match Features
Plush Apparel Collabs
The Squishmallows x H&M Collection Shares Personality-Packed Styles
Ultra-Stylish Tween Clothing Collections
Hayden Girls Offers a Diverse Range of Tween Clothing
Musical Nut Campaigns
INC's NutTunes Campaign Reaches Gen Z Through Spotify
Socialite-Inspired Toy Dolls
Bratz Adds New Red Carpet Styles to its Kylie Jenner Collection
Affordable Gen Z Apparel
Foundry by Cover Story Clothing Enters the Fashion Scene Through AJIO
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Teen Skincare Hubs
Indu 101 Educates, Empowers and Inspires Young Beauty Consumers
Gen Z-Focused Video Campaigns
Astroyogi is Introducing a New Campaign that Aims to Attract Gen Z
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Generative AI Interpreter Campaigns
Samsung's 'The Next Big Thing Is You' Highlights Translation
Ageism-Targeting Language Campaigns
Modern Age Has Launched the Aging Index
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Ramadan Fashion Capsules
REDTAG Launches its Annual Ramadan Fashion Collection for Women and Kids
Interactive Influencer Features
YouTube's New 'Hype' Feature Allows Viewers to Share in Success
Social Soda Mixer Campaigns
Level Up With 7UP Inspires Gen Z and Millennial Consumers
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Youth-Focused Social Campaigns
Claire’s Introduces a New Gen Z-Alpha Platform Called 'The Collab'
Gamified Custom Kidswear
Supermix Studio Empowers Kids to Create Their Own Apparel & Accessories
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules
Filling Pieces Unveils its Gelato Games Capsule for SS24
Doll-Inspired Kids Collections
The PatPat x Barbie Collection Features About 60 Unique Styles
Engaging Youth-Focused Platforms
V&A Introduces the Mused Website for Gen Z Digital Natives
Visionary Youth Platforms
The Collab by Claire's Celebrates and Activates Gen Zalpha Creators
Gen Z Elevated Spring Basics
Grey Bandit Unveils its Spring 2024 Collection
Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns
Boohoo Launches the People Will Talk... Campaign
Cheerful Spring-Ready Collaborative Fashion
Diane von Furstenberg Works on a Capsule with Target
Gen Z Slang Translators
Great Clips' Student Slang Translators Prepare Parents for Back-to-School
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Refreshed Beauty Jingles
Maybelline Reworked the Maybe It’s Maybelline Jingle for a New Generation
Social Media-Inspired Merch Ranges
The X Merch Collection Includes Two Styles
Gen Z-Approved Cartoon Streetwear
BT21 Collaborates with FRAGMENT on a New Streetwear Collection
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Social Media Impact Studies
Instagram Allows COS to Conduct Mental Health Research
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Peel-and-Stick Fashion Dolls
Style Bae Dolls Have 2D Bodies and 3D Heads
Career Aspiration Doll Collections
Barbie introduces the New Dream Besties Lineup
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Contemporary Skiwear Capsules
DKNY Tech Enters the Sports Market with Its First Skiwear Collection
Inspiring Entreprenurial Dolls
The American Girl 2025 Girl of the Year Speaks to Gen Alpha
Gen Z Basketball Campaigns
Rivalry Unites with Basketball Forever for a Gen Z-Focused NBA Campaign
Empowering Movie Industry Dolls
Mattel's 2024 Career of the Year Barbies Celebrate Women in Film
Creativity-Celebrating Week-Long Campaigns
Crayola Education Will Kick Off Crayola Creativity Week
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Influencer-Starring Car Commercials
Toyota's New Short Film Seeks to Resonate with Gen Z Customers
Sticker Fashion Dolls
Decora Girlz Merge Creative Style Expression and Sticker Play
Teen-Focused Makeup Lines
Af94's Teen-Centric Makeup Line Features Products Under $10
Custom-Made Role Model Dolls
Mattel Canada's Barbie Honors Nine Influential Female Athletes
Back-To-School Sporty Campaigns
JD's Start Fresh Campaign Celebrates Today's Youth Culture
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Shared Fashion Pop-Ups
eBay UK is Inviting Love Island Fans to Shop the Nation’s Shared Wardrobe
Celebrity-Backed Fragrance Ads
Axe Targets Generation Z with its New Star-Studded Campaign
Modern Baby Apparel Lines
Gerber Childrenswear Launches Modern Moments™ by Gerber® Lifestyle Brand
Youth Intern Social Stunts
Louis Vuitton Hires a 13 Year Old Intern After Sketches Went Viral
Tween-Targeted Weekly News Shows
Kelsey Russell is the Newest Co-Host of First Stop News
Gen Z Whitepapers
Wondershare Filmora Has Published Its First Whitepaper Titled 'Gen Z in Action'
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Financial Literacy Platforms
Secret U Supports Gen Z Women with Free Tools for Financial Success
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Short-Form Fashion Competitions
#TikTokFashion Challenges Users to Create and Share Their Design
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Tween-Oriented Content Series
Claire's Launches a New Media Partnership with Sony Pictures TV-Kids
Bite-Sized Gen Z News
Mata.Today Offers Quick Insights for Gen Z to Easily Digest
Revamped Gen Z Fashion
Walmart Refreshes its Gen Z-Focused 'No Boundaries' Collection
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities