Businesses are opting to sell merchandise to consumers using pop-up shops. The shift to using mobile stores is large in part to reaching a larger audience while also creating a sense of urgency. If consumers know a certain store will only be available in their area for a limited time, they're more inclined to check it out.
Unusual pop-up shops are even more interesting, as they're ones that definitely won't come around again. These shops, if anything, will spark people's curiosity to take a peek. For example, if you have a tween living in your home, chances are they begged you to take them to them One Direction pop-up shop that sold their must-have merchandise.
Further, if you're a fan of unique and custom-made shirts, the YrStore gave people the power to digitally create a shirt and have it printed right there for them.
To create a fun shopping experience for children, the Stella McCartney Kids pop-up shops sold their clothes on adorable cardboard creatures.
17 Unusual Pop-Up Shops
From Giant Luggage Pop-Up Shops to Boy Band Pop-Up Shops:
Nicole Ballantyne-Choo — Oct 24, 2013 — Marketing
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Giant Luggage Pop-Up Shops
The Brothers Suitcase Store Travels Around Sweden
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Cardboard Box Pop-Up Shops
Naver App Square is a Cool Temporary Store by Urbantainer
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Traveling Fashion Boutiques
The StyleLiner is a Pop-Up Shop on Wheels
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Chic Mobile Boutiques
The Caravan Shop is a Boutique on Wheels
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Posh Kitchenware Pop-Up Stores
The Umami Mart Pop-Up Shop Opens Up in Oakland with Sophistication
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Pop-Up Shopping Pods
The Nike+ Fuelstations
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Exquisite Couture Temp Stores
Louis Vuitton Pop-Up Shop Opens for Cannes Film Festival
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Outdated Furniture Pop-Up Shops
The i29 'As Good As New' Faux-Store at SPRMRKT in Amsterdam
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Temporary Warehouse Boutiques
The Dr. Marten Pop Up Store is Industrial and Time-Limited
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Stylish Auto-Branded Pop-Ups
MINI Lifestyle Store Showcases Fashion & Accessory Products
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Boardwalk-Inspired Shops
Dri Dri Pop-Up Creates a Unique Beach Experience
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Temporary Underground Retail
Cool Cats Pop Up Shop Collaboration with Nike and LIVESTRONG
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Literary Pop-Up Shops
The Dior Homme NYC Store Features a Text Display
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Mobile Boutiques
The Parra and Stones Throw Pop Up Truck Brings the Shopping to You
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Boy Band Pop-Up Shops
One Direction Opens a Toronto 1D World Location
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Pop-Up Custom Shirt Shops
The YrStore Custom T-Shirt Shop Lets You Design Your Shirt Live
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Hipster Pop-Up Newsstands
This Newsstand Pop-Up Business Supports Independent Publications
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Canvas Tote NYC Pop-Ups
Lands' End Launched a Personalization Concept Pop-Up Shop in New York
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Cashmere-Centric Pop-Ups
Loro Piana X Harrods Join Forces for an Enchanting Anniversary Takeover
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Soft-Pink Cosmetics Pop-Up Stores
This Kylie Cosmetics Pop-Up Store Featured Bestsellers
Marathon-Inspired NYC Pop-Ups
Bandit x ASICS Partner for a New Capsule and Immersive Experience
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Dish-Inspired Plushie Pop-Ups
Jellycat's 'Fish & Chips' Pop-Up is a Uniquely British Experience
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Limited-Edition Cartoon Pop-Ups
Nordstrom NYC Celebrates Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Exclusive Upscale Holiday-Edition Pop-Ups
The Magical House of Chanel Opens its Doors at Harrods
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Concert-Centric Makeup Activations
Sephora Canada will Launch 'Shimmer Studio by Sephora' Pop-Up
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Brick-and-Mortar Collectibles Stores
POP MART Debuted Its First Permanent Store in the Netherlands
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
Fruit-Stand-Inspired Vodka Pop-Ups
Kylie Jenner’s Canned Vodka Soda will Host an Event in NYC
Mobile Truck Gloss Pop-Ups
Glossier Brings Balm DotWorld Mobile Truck to NYC This Summer
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Charitable Streaming Service Pop-Ups
All Proceeds from 'As Seen on Netflix' Support Mental Health
Emotive Fragrance Pop-Ups
Charlotte Tilbury's London Experience Explores the Future of Fragrance
Exaggerated Holiday Displays
Nordstrom NYC's 'Wonder All the Way' Campaign is Larger-Than-Life
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
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
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Personalized Embroidery Pop-Ups
Battersea Power Station's Botanical Atelier Enhances Spring Style
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Pop-Up Luggage Retail Activations
This Antler Retail Pop-Up is at Selfridges London
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Pop-Up Pizza Box Tables
Pizza Hut's Moving Box Table Saves People from Eating on the Floor
Unique Cosmetics Launch Events
Summer Fridays will Host a London Newsstand Pop-Up
Reusable Bag Pop-Up Shops
The IKEA 'Hus of FRAKTA' Honors the Brand's Signature Blue Bag
Playful Retail Pop-Up Installations
Selfridges Unveils the Joke Shop with a Slapstick Generator
Holiday-Ready Pop-Up Stores
Oak and Luna Has Launched Its First Pop-Up Store in the United States
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Three-Day Wig Pop-Ups
Luvme Hair Recently Hosted a Three-Day Pop-Up Event in Atlanta, Georgia
Pizzeria-Branded Shake Pop-Ups
Domino’s Shake Stand is Located in the Omotesando Area in Tokyo
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
H&M and Charli xcx Host a Surprise Event at Times Square
Holiday-Specific Beauty Pop-Ups
Beauty Pie is Launching a 'Beauty Pie Holiday Party' in Mayfair
Crypto-Luxury Fashion Pop-Ups
9dcc Unveiled Its Collection 01 Pop-Up Experience in NYC
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
Stylish NYC Holiday Pop-Ups
The dh New York x Wyld Blue Event will Feature dh's Holiday Collection
Cozy Fashion Flagship Stores
The Ba&Sh Flagship Store Opened in New York City's SoHo Neighborhood
Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Luxury Fabric Pop-Ups
The Extreme Cashmere Pop-Up Brings Luxe Sustainability to NYC
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
The H&M Nolita Pop-Up Lets Guests Create NYC-Inspired Scents
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Exclusive Quiet Luxury Pop-Ups
Grey/Ven Announced its First New York City Pop-Up Boutique
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Surrealist Pink Pop-Ups
Hourglass Cosmetics is Hosting the Unreal Pop-Up Shop in NYC
Inaugural Anime-Inspired Retail Stores
HYPLAND Reccently Debuted Its First Retail Store in LA
Collaborative Cosmetic Concept Shops
Hourglass and Barneys New York Partnered for a Concept Store
Space-Themed Flip Phone Sets
POP MART x Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 Cry Me a Galaxy Dropped in Thailand
Holiday Activewear Pop-Ups
Gymshark Pop-Up Brings Fitness Energy to SoHo
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
Sundae School Hosts Their First Pop-Up in London
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Luxury Outwear Pop-Ups
SENTALER Announced a Pop-Up Shop at Toronto's Sherway Gardens
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Film Festival Retail Events
The TIFF Pop-Up Shop Features Exclusive 2024 Merch and Apparel
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Luxe Body Care Pop-Ups
The Hermès Le Bain Pop-Up is a Holt Renfrew Exclusive Event
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Jewelry House Pop-Ups
Cartier Celebrates its 100th Anniversary with Trinity Collection Pop-Up
Vegan Beauty Pop-Ups
Kosmo will Debut its Collection of Velvety Lipstick Balms
Parkside Luggage Pop-Ups
BÉIS Camp is Popping Up Near Four National Parks
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Timeless Footwear Pop-Up Boutiques
The Sergio Rossi Pop-Up Store Opened in Cannes
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Accessory Brand London Expansions
Topologie Opens Up a London Store Nestled in Shoreditch
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events
Aaniin Pop-Up Showcases Indigenous Entrepreneurship
Carnival Mobile Truck Pop-Ups
SHEIN will Operate an Edgy Urban Campus Truck at the CNE
Artist-Led Music Streaming Stores
The SoundCloud Store Lets Artists Create Their Own Merch
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Holiday Sports Fashion Pop-Ups
Siegelman Stable Opens Exclusive Holiday Pop-Up in Soho
Rooftop Clothing Pop-Ups
Ami Paris Unveils Summer Pop-up at Galeries Lafayette with Terrace
Back-to-Campus Concert Series
UO LIVE On Campus Features Gen Z-Favorite Artists & Creators
Shared Fashion Pop-Ups
eBay UK is Inviting Love Island Fans to Shop the Nation’s Shared Wardrobe
Efficient On-the-Go Stores
Parfetts Shop & Go Store Concept Responds to Consumer Demand
Sustainable Kids Cartoon Capsules
Primark & Disney Unveil a Collection Inspired by The Lion King
Gourmet Holiday Gift Shops
Bonnie & Pop Boasts a Diverse Range of Premium Gourmet Gift Boxes
Curated Vintage Decor Retailers
Vintage Beyond is Toronto's Newest Preloved Design Destination
Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
Pottery Barn Teen Unveils a New Dorm Shop and Expanded Features
Immersive Balloon Experiences
The Balloon Story Pop-Up Event is Whimsical and Imaginative
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
Subtle Marketing Pop-Ups
FOMO Nudge Encourages Users to Buy with Subtle Pop-Ups
Concierge-Style Nursery Stores
The LA Babyletto Flagship Offers Personalized Shopping Experiences