These custom online experiences range from web gaming communities to digital flagship boutiques that offer a bespoke clothing service. As consumers need for customization increases, retailers are focusing on personalized features and are saying goodbye to mass-produced goods.
Standouts from this list include an on-demand streaming service for interactive music and tech festival South by Southwest along with IKEA's recently introduced virtual wedding platform. While SXSW draws in countless visitors each year, those who can't attend the festival can now enjoy all it has to offer online. The SXSW streaming service features on-demand and experiential event coverage, giving users access to live music performances, keynotes and innovative product launches.
When it comes to IKEA's virtual wedding service, the lifestyle retailer borrows from the gaming community and lets users wed online with the help of a personalized avatar. The service offers custom venue and decor options and lets users hand-pick the virtual wedding party that will attend their commitment ceremony.
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Bespoke Bag Platforms
The Kate Spade Saturday Website Lets Users Design Their Own Weekender Bag

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Personalized Chip Bag Designs
The LAY’S Summer Days Campaign Let Consumers Personalize Their Chips
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Virtual Technology Shops
Google's Virtual Shop Simulates its Branded Retail Space in London
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Personalized Photo Cubes
These Customized Gift Boxes Offer a Personal Way to Give People Presents
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Fantastical Scarf Webshops
Hermes' Creative Webshop Design Whimsically Organizes Products
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Bespoke Dress Design Platforms
Rose Athena's Custom Dress Creations Turn Consumers into Designers
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Pinboard Web Shops
'Amazon Collections' is a Pinterest Look-Alike
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Web Shopping Stylist Services
ASOS Now Lets You Chat with an Online Personal Stylist for Free
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Digital Flagship Boutiques
The Newly Launched Lacoste Digital Boutique is Elegant and Pristine
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Online Jewelry Consultations
Bauble Bar Pairs Its Web Shoppers with a Personal Stylist
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3D Shopping Simulators
Visageo is a Fashion Shopping Platform That Visualizes Items in 3D
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Virtual Wedding Ceremonies
The IKEA Online Wedding Lets You Plan and Hold Your Nuptials On the Web
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Virtual Customer Service Reps
This Artificial Intelligence Customer Service Tracks Emotions
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Customized Sports Apparel Apps
The New Nike App Lets Users Access Sports-Specific Product Tips
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Trip-Planning Social Networks
Yourope is a New Way to Plan Off-the-Beaten Path Travel Adventures
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Machine Learning eCommerce Services
'DADI' Works to Help Better Personalize Content and More
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Size-Less Online Stores
AbbeyPost Sells Fashions That Are Made to Measure for Every Unique Shape
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SMS-Based Virtual Assistants
GoButler is an App Claiming to Help Users with Anything Legal
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Customized Beer-Labeling Apps
Laphroaig’s App Lets Drinkers Create "Opinionated" Whisky Labels
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Image-Recognizing Platforms
Clarifai Mixes Visual Recognition Technology & Artificial Intelligence
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Social Travel Shops
Conrad Hotels Lets Its Guests Make a Travel Booking Through Instagram
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Virtual Baby Showers
Shakira, Gerard Pique and UNICEF Team Up for a Facebook Celebration
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Collaborative Microblogging Features
The Tumblr App Lets Users Purchase, Pledge and Get Involved
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Customizable Guitar Platforms
Fender is Allowing Consumers to Design Their Own Stratocaster Online
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On-Demand Interactive Events
Roku's SXSW On Channel Lets Users Experience the Festival From Home
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Customizable Granola Mixes
This Brand Now Allows Customers to Create Custom Granola Blends
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Customizable Email Apps
The Airmail App Gives Users Complete Control Over Their Email
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Personalized Product Email Platforms
Pushmarket Sends Custom Yet Automated Emails for E-Retailers
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Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
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Video Game-Inspired Furniture Catalogue
IKEA Australia Honors A Minecraft Movie with a New Look
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Humorous Brand Campaigns
The Ikea Rewards Program Embraces Its Late Arrival with Humor
Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
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AR Retail Kiosks
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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
Anniversary-Honoring Furniture Series
IKEA Presents its STOCKHOLM Collection for 2025
Bridal Shapewear Campaigns
The SKIMS Wedding Shop Shares Bridal Intimates, Loungewear & More
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Doll-Inspired Wedding Collections
Mattel and Azazie Team Up to Debut a New Pink Wedding Collection
Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle Lets Guests Rent Looks for Free
Immersive Brand Concepts
LG Hosted its 'Affectionate Intelligence' Event at CES 2025
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
GenAI Home Shopping Tools
Wayfair Muse Elevates the Customer Search Experience with AI
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
Customizable Retail Experiences
M&M'S® Debuts New Personalized Offerings to Delight Consumers
Modern Furniture Designs
IKEA Revealed a New Collection at Milan Design Week 2025
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
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
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
In-Game Beauty Experiences
e.l.f. Beauty and Roblox Partnered for a Virtual Kiosk
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Personalized Customer Service Tools
Walmart Launched 'Wallaby' Powered by Generative AI
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Influencer-Focused Retail Stores
Princess Polly is Adding New Stores with Selfie Mirrors, Events
Mainstream Metaverse Experiences
The Sandbox's 'Alpha Season 4' Offered Brand Engagement
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Digitally Customizable Bridesmaid Dresses
Couture Technologies and 3100 West Join Forces
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
Regenerative Designer Fashion Shows
eBay will Host an 'Endless Runway' Showcasing Pre-Loved Looks
Pet Shopping Networks
IKEA is Launching an Interactive Pet Shopping Network on TikTok Live
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
AI-Powered eCommerce Features
Amazon Interests Offers Tailored Product Options for Shoppers
Playlist-Enhanced Outfit Recommendations
Stitch Fix and Spotify Collaborate on a Unique Experience
Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
H&M and Charli xcx Host a Surprise Event at Times Square
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Virtual Try-On for Online Shopping Let's You See Clothes on You Instantly
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Gamified Fashion Customizations
DKNY x FashionVerse Create an Immersive Fashion-Forward Universe
Wedding Guest Outfit Rentals
By Rotation and Airbnb are Reducing the Strain of Attending Weddings
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
Immersive Beauty Shopping Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Collaboration with Obsess
Silk-Forward Retail Experiences
The LILYSILK Concept Store in NYC Offers an Immersive Experience
Immersive Summer Pop-Ups
Guildford Town Centre Will Present the 'Spring Fling' Pop-Up Experience
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
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
Wedding Fashion Pop-Ups
The Shein Love Chapel Officiates Couples' Commitment Ceremonies
Immersive Cereal Cities
Kellogg's Town Welcomes Virtual Visitors in a Breakfast World
Hyper-Personalized Beauty Platforms
Kult App Transforms How Shoppers Find & Buy Products in India
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
Workplace-Integrated Store Locations
IKEA Hosts Hej!Workshop Coworking Space in its Store
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
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Curated Online Shopping Events
Walmart+ is Offering an Online-Only Shopping Event for Members
In-Store Dating Experiences
IKEA and Breeze Partnered for Valentine's Day Date Experiences
Luxe Designer Beauty Activations
YSL Launched an Entertainment-Themed Light Club 2.0 Concept
Collaborative Auction Experiences
Hospitality Meets Collectible Art Through This Auction Event
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Unique Wedding Pop-Up Events
Pearle Weddings is Hosting an Event in Late August in Toronto
VR-Powered Design Platforms
Mondän Bridges the Gap Between DIY Styling and High-End Customization
D2C Cannabis Lifestyle Marketplaces
SWED Takes Snoop Dogg's Cannabis Empire Online
Custom Event Invitation Apps
Apple Invites Enables Users to Create Engaging Invitations
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
One-Stop Wedding Shops
The A&F Wedding Shop Fulfils the Fashion Needs of Brides, Guests & More
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Bespoke Tea Boutique Platforms
TWG Launches a New Global Site for a Personalized Experience
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Custom AI Wedding Themes
CelebrateAlly AI Crafts Personal Wedding Themes from Your Love Story
Retail Innovation-Focused Events
Spar International Hosts the Spar Transform Event to Boost Retail
Small Business Retail Spaces
IKEA Valencia Strives to Support Small Businesses with Free Space
Marginalized Artisan-Made Decor
IKEA Presents its Second Instalment of the MÄVINN Collection
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
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Luxury Bridal Designer Partnerships
David's Bridal Partners with Luxury Designer Marchesa
Curated Secondhand Collections
The Digital House of Vinted Grants Members Access to Iconic Items
Ultra-Short Wedding Dresses
ROTATE's Wedding SS24 Collection Feature Short Hemlines and Open Backs
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Immersive Store Screens
Hays Travel Introduces Immersive Technology to Transform Holiday Planning
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Expanded Technology Marketplaces
Best Buy Has Plans to Launch a New Third-Party Marketplace
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Efficient Made-To-Order Wedding Services
Revelry Boasts Stunning Made-To-Order Dresses
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Bridal On-Demand Delivery Partnerships
David's Bridal Collaborates with DoorDash
Hybrid Shopping Initiatives
City Furniture Partnered with 3D Cloud on Asset Management Solutions
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Brand Discovery Platforms
SmartCustomer by Sitejabber Helps Customers Find New Favorite Brands
Digital Wedding Platforms
Lovebird Fuses the Convenience of Digital with the Beauty of Print
2D/3D Wedding Design Tools
Planner 5D Empowers DIY Wedding Planning with Intuitive Design Tools
Valentine's-Ready Personalized Gifts
Wolt Launches New Personalized Gifts for its Shoppers
Breakfast Brand Digital Platforms
Kellogg’s Town Engages Fans in an Entertaining and Personal Way
Innovation-Focused Digital Metaverses
Forbes Launches a Digital Presence In The Sandbox Metaverse
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
Retailer-Backed Reseller Platforms
IKEA Preowned Helps Consumers Sell Their Housewares
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Personalized Fashion Advice Tools
Urban Stylers Offers Personalized Virtual Styling and Advice
Personalized E-Commerce Platforms
Jarikre Debuts a New E-Commerce Solution for Nigerian Consumers
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Search Data-Based Furniture Lines
Primark Launches a New Pinterest-Inspired Spring Home Collection
Day-Of Wedding Coordinators
Cheersy Connects Engaged Couples with Quality Event Professionals
Immersive Virtual Bookstores
Shepherd Let's Book Lovers Browse Virtual Shelves to Discover Books
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Made-to-Order Bridal Collections
Cecilie Bahnsen Unveils its First Made-to-Order Collection
Digital Audio Guestbooks
Voxu.fm Lets Guests Record Audio Messages and Selfies at Weddings
Life Event Portfolios
Build and Share Life’s Key Moments With Milestones’ Curated Event Portfolio
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools