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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Recruitment Metaverse Shops
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Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
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Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
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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
Digital Fashion Event Series
The Digital Fashion Designer’s Council Debuts Fashion Week Connect
Bridal Shapewear Campaigns
The SKIMS Wedding Shop Shares Bridal Intimates, Loungewear & More
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Immersive Spatial DIY Apps
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Debuts Lowe's Style Studio for Apple Vision Pro
Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle Lets Guests Rent Looks for Free
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
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
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
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
Candid Furniture Campaigns
Life is Not an IKEA Catalog Shows a Different Side of Home 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
Immersive Banking Experiences
The CIBC Experience Centre Helps You Visualize Your Financial Future
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
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
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
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
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
Personalized Customer Service Tools
Walmart Launched 'Wallaby' Powered by Generative AI
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
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
Stunning Luxe Bridal Collections
SSENSE Debuted the Exquisite Bridal Capsule Collection
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
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 Room Stylers
Decorify by Wayfair is Powered by Generative AI
Festive Showroom Eateries
Seasons Eating's at IKEA Opens Roomsets for Holiday Hosting
Playlist-Enhanced Outfit Recommendations
Stitch Fix and Spotify Collaborate on a Unique Experience
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
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
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
AI Shopping Customization Tools
The Zegna X Experience Merges AI Technology & Traditional Retail
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Wedding Fashion Pop-Ups
The Shein Love Chapel Officiates Couples' Commitment Ceremonies
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Workplace-Integrated Store Locations
IKEA Hosts Hej!Workshop Coworking Space in its Store
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
3D Product Visualization Services
Herman Miller and Design Within Reach Tap 3D Cloud™ by Marxent
Curated Online Shopping Events
Walmart+ is Offering an Online-Only Shopping Event for Members
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
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
Unique Wedding Pop-Up Events
Pearle Weddings is Hosting an Event in Late August in Toronto
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Historical Doll-Themed Wardrobes
Consumers Can Rent Barbie's Dream Wardrobe Through Selfridges
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
One-Stop Wedding Shops
The A&F Wedding Shop Fulfils the Fashion Needs of Brides, Guests & More
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
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
Marginalized Artisan-Made Decor
IKEA Presents its Second Instalment of the MÄVINN Collection
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
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
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Ultra-Short Wedding Dresses
ROTATE's Wedding SS24 Collection Feature Short Hemlines and Open Backs
Hybrid Beauty Events
SEPHORiA: House Of Beauty Can Be Experienced in Person & Virtually
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
AR Furniture Testing Features
Pinterest Lets Users View Virtual Furniture in their Homes
Gamified Custom Kidswear
Supermix Studio Empowers Kids to Create Their Own Apparel & Accessories
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Custom AI Wedding Themes
CelebrateAlly AI Crafts Personal Wedding Themes from Your Love Story
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Efficient Made-To-Order Wedding Services
Revelry Boasts Stunning Made-To-Order Dresses
Digital Haircare Activations
Amika's Roblox Debut Invites Players into the 'Amikaverse'
Virtual Shopping Assistants
Firework's AVA is a Digital Human That Enhances E-Commerce with AI
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Hybrid Shopping Initiatives
City Furniture Partnered with 3D Cloud on Asset Management Solutions
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
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Digital Wedding Platforms
Lovebird Fuses the Convenience of Digital with the Beauty of Print
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
2D/3D Wedding Design Tools
Planner 5D Empowers DIY Wedding Planning with Intuitive Design Tools
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
Innovation-Focused Digital Metaverses
Forbes Launches a Digital Presence In The Sandbox Metaverse
Virtual Personal Styling Services
Fashivly Was Founded by Professional Stylist Ashlyn Greer
Virtual Shopper Solutions
Firework Launches a One-to-One Video Chat Solution for Virtual Shoppers
Retailer-Backed Reseller Platforms
IKEA Preowned Helps Consumers Sell Their Housewares
Personalized Fashion Advice Tools
Urban Stylers Offers Personalized Virtual Styling and Advice
Wedding Shopping Experience Partnerships
Bella Bridesmaids Partners with Something Borrowed Blooms
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
Luxury Bridal Rental Platforms
P.S. Bridal Rental Lets Brides Rent Out Their Own Wedding Dresses
Clothing Try-On Services
Rixo Launches a New 'Try-Before-You-Buy' Service in the UK
Personalized E-Commerce Platforms
Jarikre Debuts a New E-Commerce Solution for Nigerian Consumers
Virtual Countryside Experiences
L'Occitane's Virtual Experience Transports Visitors to Provence
Offline Community Marketplaces
Aerie’s Hidden Gem Marketplace Created a Shared Space for Brands
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
Book Matchmaking Services
Bookwish Offers Personalized Monthly Book Selections
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
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
Curated Wedding Marketplaces
Minted Weddings Marketplace is a Destination for Decor, Gifts & More
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
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools
All-in-One Event Planning Tools
Event Penguin Allows Users to Plan Seamless Events