From tailored treatment kits for the hair and skin to 3D-printed sports equipment, the top October 2017 customization ideas express personalization is no longer just a novelty selling feature. Customization now plays an important role in personal expression, addressing specific pain points and empowering consumers to become the creators of their own products. With the release of Apple's iOS 11, users will now have the chance to send animated emojis that are shaped after their own facial expressions.
Many brands are now aiming to empower the next generation of creators by launching products like customizable multi-colored bicycles, kid-safe 3D printing pens and mix-and-match robotics kits that make it possible for kids to play an essential part in the design process.
Top 25 Customization Trends in October

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Art-Embellished Yoga Mats
'Pixels' Allows You to Create Your Own Art-Inspired Yoga Mat

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Customizable Construction Illuminators
The 'Vector Light' is Sculptural and Intriguing

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Bespoke Body Shields
This High-Tech Shield Protects Its Owner's Ribcage Post-Surgery
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In-Store Sneaker Creators
The 'Nike Makers Experience' Lets Consumers Create One-of-a-Kind Shoes
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IoT Car Gadgets
The 'AutoPi' Device and Cloud Platform Make Any Car a Smart One
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3D-Printed Heel Designs
Atelier 27 Combines Additive Manufacturing with Consumer Co-Creation
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Customizable Transforming Jackets
The 'Ultimate City Jacket' Can Transform into a Tote Bag
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Stylishly Modified Electric Vehicles
The Unplugged Performance Tesla Model 3 is Sporty and Speedy
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Modular Video Walls
LEDskin is a Compact, Portable Component Making Up Big Screens in Multiples
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Modular Customization Desks
The Modulos Desk Furniture Allows for Augmentation Over and Over
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Customized Hair Color Kits
eSalon's 'Made for You Custom Hair Color' is Made-to-Order
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Customizable Serum Collections
Skin Inc Offers Custom Serum Cocktails for the Skin
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Maker Website Services
SaaS Startup Cominsoon Helps Makers Build Their Website's Coming Soon Page
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Children's Printer Pen Kits
The 3Doodler Start x Powerpuff Girls Pen Set Encourages Customization
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Sports Material Joystick Covers
The 'JoyTops' Incorporate Stylish Customization onto Joysticks
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Printed Mouthguard Kits
Damage Control Helps Consumers Create Tailor-Made Mouthguards
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Customized Pet Subscriptions
pawTree Connects Pet Parents to Tailored Nutrition Plans
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Customizable Popup Tools
ActionPanels is a Bulgarian SaaS Startup and Website Popup Builder
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Customizable Bluetooth Speaker Accessories
The 'ERA' Bluetooth Amplifier Enables Personalization
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3D-Printed Ski Boots
Materialise and Tailored Fits AG are Creating Custom-Fit Sports Boots
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Face-Tracking Emoticon Features
iOS 11 Will Let You Send Face Expression-Based 3D Animated Emoji
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Texture-Specific Haircare Collections
Virtue Labs' Quiz Creates a Tailored Maintenance Routine
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Collaborative Pinboard Platforms
Pinterest's 'Pin Collective' Connects Brands and Content Creators
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Cereal Brand Bicycles
Kellogg's and State Bicycle Co. Launched a Customizable, Colorful Bike
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Customizable STEM Robots
Colorific's Build-a-Bot Helps Kids Assemble a Personalized Pet
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AI-Generated Fashion Campaigns
Mango Debuted Its First AI Campaign for Its New Teen Line
Immersive Wellness-Focused AI Campaigns
AI Wellness Has Introduced the Ask My Avatar Challenge
Canvas Tote NYC Pop-Ups
Lands' End Launched a Personalization Concept Pop-Up Shop in New York
Utilitarian Technical Apparel Capsules
Nike Introduces an Utilitarian Modular ISPA Collection
Opulent Anniversary Smartwatch Concepts
This Apple Watch X Concept by Lukas Gehrer is Industrial
AI-Powered Digital Avatars
Instagram Now Allows Users to Create Their Own AI Avatars
Customizable Latex Apparel
Sloganlatex Revolutionizes Latex Fashion with New Offerings
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
AI-Powered Styling Apps
StyleHack Changes the Way People Dress with AI Style Analysis
Collectable Wellness Products
The SpoiledChild X Jeremy Scott Drop 2 Offers the Future of Wellness
Artistic Tech Accessories
CASETiFY x Takashi Murakami Partner for a Vibrant Collection
3D-Printed Winter Sport Shoes
This Bobsled Footwear Features 3D-Printed Outsoles
Color-Centric Web Capsules
Wix Studio x Pantone Introduced a Collection of Web Design Assets
Emotive Youth Skincare
The Bubble Skincare x Disney Collab Integrates Inside Out 2 Characters
GenAI Flip Phone Campaigns
Motorola's Styled with Moto Features AI-Generated Virtual Models
Pastel-Hued Tech Accessories
These New Apple Accessories are for the iPhone and Apple Watch
Customizable Beauty Brands
The Body Lab Offers Customization Expertise into Body Care
AI-Powered Swimwear Quizes
Carve Designs Introduces the Swim Quiz & Wair Fit Predictor Technology
Problem-Solving Youth Skincare
Epic Skincare Shares Purposeful Products for Gen Alpha & Gen Z
3D-Printed Growing Customized Shoes
Michele Di Carlo Creates the 4Steps 3D-Printed Sneaker Concept
Mood-Based Makeup Mirrors
The L’Oréal Mood Mirror is a CES 2025 Beauty-Tech Innovation
AI-Powered Fashion Stylists
Style Bot Lets Users Try on Clothes from an AI Virtual Closet
Receipt-Inspired Graphic T-Shirts
McDonald's Turns Paper Receipts into the Made to Order Tee
AI Custom Korean Skincare
K-OWN is a First-Of-Its-Kind Platform Powered by Robots
Bright Color-Based Spring Fashion
Yuki Yagi Designs the New SS25 vowels Capsule
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Groundbreaking Sticker Technology
StickerYou Recently Launched Its Image Transfer Sticker Product
Logo-Shaped Sportswear Pillows
The Nike Birthday Pillow Gift Box is a Hong Kong Exclusive
Electronic Anime Accessories
The CASETiFY x One Piece Collection Marks the Anime's 25 Years
AI-Powered Tattoo Printers
LG H&H's Imprintu is a Portable Device for Printing on Skin or Clothing
Surrealist Phone Cases
The Salvador Dalí x CASETiFY Collab Elevates Everyday Accessories into Art
Superhero-Themed Wireless Earbud Cases
Casetify's New AirPod Case Replicates the Iron Man Helmet
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
AR-Enhanced Hair Dye Boxes
L’Oréal & Snapchat Brought an AR Packaging Experience to Walmart
Customizable Co-Created Sneakers
Golden Goose Offers a Sneaker Maker Experience in Toronto
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Personalized AI Assistants
Swift Creatives Harnesses the Power of Artificial Intelligence
Fan-Designed Football Kits
Manchester City x Puma's AI Kit Design Initiative is Fan-Forward
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Custom Sneaker Marketplaces
Sneakify Showcases and Connects Nike By You Enthusiasts in 1 Platform
Pride Month Technology Products
The Apple 2024 Pride Collection Boasts Neon Colors
Digitally Customizable Bridesmaid Dresses
Couture Technologies and 3100 West Join Forces
Chromatic Emotional Home Decor
The 3form 2025 Color Collection Puts Emotional Hues in Focus
Practical Apparel Capsules
Hikesity Debuts its Technical Apparel, Influenced by Eastern Design
Digital Icon-Inspired Tennis Balls
Wilson and Apple Join Forces to Bring the Digital Wheel to Life
Personalized Footwear Pop-Ups
ASICS Personalization Studio Features LuxCreo 3D Printing Technology
AI-Powered Outfit Shopping Features
The eBay Shop the Look Feature is Powered by eBay.ai
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
VR-Powered Design Platforms
Mondän Bridges the Gap Between DIY Styling and High-End Customization
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Playlist-Enhanced Outfit Recommendations
Stitch Fix and Spotify Collaborate on a Unique Experience
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Emoji-Style Sneakers
Josewong's Shoe 1 Mimics the Look of an Iconic Emoji
Expression-Focused Sportswear Capsules
Reebok Launches the ‘Create What Makes You’ Collection
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
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
AI Shopping Customization Tools
The Zegna X Experience Merges AI Technology & Traditional Retail
Personalized Skin Analysis Solutions
The L’Oréal Cell BioPrint is Headed to CES 2025
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
Tennis-Core Lifestyle Collaborations
Naomi Osaka x Etsy Present a Tennis-Centric Capsule
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Tech Brand Apparel Collections
Nothing Apparel Shows Off its First Drop with a Hat and Coat
Messaging App Color Customizations
Whatsapp's Color Customization Will Rollout Soon
AI Coloring Books
Coloring Pages AI Takes Personalization to New Heights with AI Technology
Fall-Ready Explorative Fashion
Napajiri Presents the Future Heritage Capsule for FW24
Vibrant Carry-On Luggage Prints
CASETiFY Unveiled Customizable Backgrounds for Suitcases
Membership-Based Beauty Apps
Beauty Pie Launched an Exclusive App for its Members on Pi Day
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
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Product Visualization Experiences
Threekit’s AI Visual Configurator Enhances Product Customization
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Customizable Modular Footwear Designs
Grounded People Apparel Debuts the Oyum Snap System
Customization-Friendly Nail Art Products
The essie nail art studio Elevates DIY Nail Art
Personalized AI Emojis
Emojifyer AI Turns Your Selfies Into Emojis
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Digital Avatar LED Masks
The Qudi Mask 2 Replaces the Human Face with a Pixelated Avatar
AI Body Measuring Platforms
Fytted is a New Virtual Fitting Room Tool for 600 Popular Brands
Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns
Boohoo Launches the People Will Talk... Campaign
AI-Powered Stylists
FitCheck AI Provides Real-Time Analysis and Personalized Recommendations
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Reactive Robotic Textile Technologies
MotorSkins SELK Technology Brings Textiles to Life
Personal Shopping Apps
Beamble is Redefining Luxury with On-Demand Personal Shopping
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Color Customized Water Bottles
Sunnies Studio Creates the Bountifully Bright Sunnies Flask
Custom Coloring Pages
Create Personalized Coloring Pages with AI Coloring Book Generator
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
One-of-One Fashion Capsules
AELIZA's New Collection is Made to Celebrate Individuality
Tattoo Design Generators
Tattoo Cook Creates Tattoos with 20 Unique Artistic Styles
Comforting Disney Water Bottles
Uber x Pixar Release Inside Out 2 Emotional Support Water Bottle
App-Customized Arm Braces
The '+/- Brace' Elbow Brace by Nils Sorger is 3D Printed
Military-Inspired Outdoor Fashion
N.Hoolywood Releases the Test Product Exchange Service
Advanced Personalized Sizing Technology
NYC Leather Jackets Relies on Cutting-Edge Technology
Next-Gen Console Customizations
eXtremeRate Unveiled Solutions for the ' Nintendo Switch 2'
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Customizable Bag Collections
MonoBlanks Has Introduced a New Line of Customizable Bags
Scan-to-Print Custom Footwear
Vivobarefoot's VivoBiome Line is Perfectly Tailored to Unique Feet
AI Tattoo Visualizers
Ink Studio AI Builds Custom Tattoos for Inspiration and Design
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Custom Headwear Holiday Campaigns
Lids' 'It’s Personal' Campaign Brings Heart to Holiday Gifting
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
AI Email Marketing Campaigns
Emotsy Creates Personalized Campaigns for Stronger Digital Connection
Skincare Optimization Platforms
BeautyBoostr Offers Custom Routines for Pro-Level Skincare Results
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Avatar Creation Tools
AI Avatar Generator Creates Personalized Avatars to Express Oneself
Custom Playlist Cover Art
Spotify is Letting Users Create Cover Art for Their Playlists
Custom Photo Puzzles
Make Your Puzzles Enhances Customer Experience of Its Services
Custom Coloring Creators
HappyPagesAI Designs Unique Coloring Pages Based on Your Imagination
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
Custom Transfer Printing Services
DesignBundles' DTFPrinter Targets for Crafters, Creatives & More
Recycled Phonecase Art Installations
Casetify Creates Public Displays for Journey to Re/Birth
Retail-Forward AI Tools
PicoNext’s AI Tool Creates Digital Product Passports
Virtual Outfitting Tools
StyleScan Has Launched Stylescan Studio as a New Shopify App
Customizable Charm Collections
Rembrandt Charms Has Introduced a New Personalization Collection
Customizable Streaming Cover Art
The Spotify Create Cover Art Feature Encourages Creativity
Personalized Story Creators
TinkerTell Offers AI-Crafted Stories That Make Every Child the Hero
AI-Driven Visual Creation
EverArt Enables AI-Based Custom Visual Creation for Your Brand
Branded Custom Device Skins
APEALZ Strengthens Brand Marketing with New Offering
Personalized Fashion Advice Tools
Urban Stylers Offers Personalized Virtual Styling and Advice
Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers
Apple Rolls Out New Stickers Ahead of this Year's WWDC
Emoji-Inspired Customizable Web Browsers
Opera Allows You to Customize Browser Tabs with Emojis
Customizable Phone Skins
APEALZ Facilitates Opportunities for People to Personalize Their Phones
AI Sticker Makers
This Tool Generates Stickers with the Power of AI for WhatsApp
High-Performance Customized Haircare
eSalon Custom Hair Care Targets Multiple Goals in One Formula
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Personalized AI Stickers
This Site Turns Text and Face Photos Into Custom Stickers
Festive Sticker Packs
Pumpkin Emojis Sticker Pack Brings Halloween Fun to iMessage and Beyond
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Custom Phone Icon Themes
Iconic Transforms iOS Experiences with Customizable App Icon Themes
Personalized Emoji Experiences
Emojibu Uses Chat AI Features to Pick the Perfect Emojis
Custom Apparel Sports Partnerships
Canada Basketball Announces Its Partnership with INDOCHINO