Wellness-centric travel experiences, cryptocurrency-based alcohol pre-sales and co-learning workspaces are among some of the top September 2018 new ventures that are shaking up concepts that are familiar to consumers.
While wine subscriptions and flower shops are typically targeted towards female consumers, some start-ups are now redirecting their focus, aiming to cater expressly to male shoppers—Bespoke Post's wine club specifically caters to Millennial men and Real Men Buy Flowers offers an ultra-simple web shopping experience for men that helps to dramatically reduce the number of decisions that need to be made before checking out.
When it comes to established brands that are taking on the entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up, consumers will see that a number of favorite products are being remixed in unexpected, inventive ways. While Ben & Jerry's recently rolled out Cookie Dough Chunks, Oreo is introducing experimental Hot Chicken Wing and Wasabi cookie flavors.
Top 40 New Venture Ideas in September
From Student Art Marketplaces to Food-Funding Accelerators:
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Provocative Fully Transparent Fashion
Axel Arigato Teams Up with Samsung for an Alluring Editorial
39
Co-Learning Concept Spaces
'Campfire Campus' Sets Itself Apart as Asia’s First Co-Learning Space
38
Retro Multi-Colored Clothing Designs
Forever 21 and Wilson Partner for a Tennis-Inspired Capsule
37
Daring Unconventional Cookie Flavors
Oreo Cookie Flavors Extend to Spice with Wasabi and Hot Wings
36
Design Studio-Owned Furniture Collections
NIRU Slow Creations' First Line Boasts a Minimalist Lamp
35
Entrepreneurial Concept Shops
eBay's 'The New Stand' Store Spotlights Innovative Small Businesses
34
Youthful O2O Food Halls
VICE's MUNCHIES Food Hall Offers a First-of-Its-Kind Offline Experience
33
Wellness-Focused Flying Experiences
Singapore Airlines Enhances its Ultra-Long-Haul Flight
32
E-Commerce-Friendly Concept Stores
The Batch Shop Aids the Informed Buyer in Online Purchases
31
Affordable European Luxury Brands
Philippe le Bac's Capsules Boast Delicate & Refined Silhouettes
30
Vegan Ice Cream Bars
Magnum Releases a Vegan-Friendly Version of Its Classic & Almond Flavors
29
Straw-Eliminating Initiatives
KFC Hong Kong and Macau Will Eliminate Single-Use Plastics
28
Inaugural Comfort-Focused Menswear
Lolë Launches Its First-Ever Men's Activewear Collection
27
Male-Targeted Wine Subscriptions
Bespoke Post's Wine Club is Geared Towards Millennial Men
26
Cryptocurrency-Centric Distilleries
'Circumstance' Uses Blockchain Tech for Spirit Pre-Sales
25
Football-Inspired Fashion Collaborations
C.P. Company & adidas' Reward Their Fan Base's Loyalty
24
Timepiece E-Commerce Platforms
Tissot Watches are Now Readily Available to the Canadian Public
23
Male-Friendly Flower Webshops
'Real Men Buy Flowers' Simplifies the Flower-Buying Process for Men
22
Minimally Branded Coffee Mugs
Starbucks' New Exclusive Line Has a Different Design Approach
21
Ultra-Minimalist Fall Streetwear Collections
KANCO Launches a Sleek and Slouchy Capsule for FW18
20
Canadian Cannabis Marketplaces
Lift & Co. Provides Customized and Accessible Information to Users
19
Chocolate-Fusion Creamy Yogurts
Milka Launches a Tasty Back-to-School Snack in Germany
18
Apple Cider Vinegar-Based Tonics
Fire Brew Sells Health Shots in a Whiskey Bottle
17
Food-Funding Accelerators
The 'Chipotle Aluminaries' Project Supports Eco Food Ventures
16
Mental Wellness Pop-Ups
'The Bakery' by Lidl Supports Discussions on Mental Health
15
Scaled-Down Beer Cans
Cass Beer is Now Available in Small Cans for Solitary Drinkers
14
Cruelty-Free Beauty Boxes
'KindLook' Offers Affordable Luxury Products by Subscription Service
13
All-Natural CBD Supplements
Healthspan's Cannabidiol Capsules are Beneficial to Human Wellbeing
12
Modern Meditation Studios
'Habitas' is Coming to Toronto to Support Stress-Free Full-Body Relief
11
Serene Fitness Getaways
Classpass Getaways' Beach, Mountain & Lake Workouts Offer a Quick Escape
10
Snackable Cookie Dough Chunks
Ben & Jerry's Cookie Dough Will Satisfy Craving on Multiple Accounts
9
Personalized Alcohol-Free Fragrances
'Hermetica' Helps to Match Consumers to Their Perfect Scent
8
Food Delivery Subscriptions
DoorDash's 'DashPass' Offers Free Delivery on Orders Over $15
7
In-Store Cosmetic Procedures
Superdrug is Offering Botox & Filler Services at Its London Flagship
6
On-Demand Companionship Services
'Papa' Connects Senior Citizens to "Grandkids on Demand"
5
Sock-Replacing Guarentees
Bombas' "Laundry Back Guarantee" Ensures Buyers Never Have Solo Socks
4
Guided Photo-Editing Phone Tutorials
Apple Offers Users Free 30-Minute Photo-Editing Sessions
3
Crowdfunding Investor Cryptocurrencies
Aspen Coin Lets Investors Purchase Parts of an Aspen Hotel
2
Student Artwork Marketplaces
ArtStartArt Helps to Support Burgeoning Young Creators in University
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Music Streaming Service Podcasts
Spotify is Launching Its Own Branded Podcast, 'Ebb & Flow'
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Adventure-Inspired Men's Fashion Collections
Madewell Men’s Partners with William Ellery
Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Footwear
DJ and New Balance Join to Unveil New 9060 Sneaker Colorways
Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Streaming Service Restaurants
The Netflix Bites Pop-Up Serves Dishes from Netflix Series
Uniquely Themed Chocolate Bars
Compartés Launches Summer Chocolate Bar Capsules
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Eco-Friendly QSR Trials
NextGen Consortium Partners with 30 California QSR on Reusable Cup Trial
Bento-Inspired School Lunches
DoorDash and Jessica Biel Debut Ready-Made Lunch Options for $25
Crave-Worthy Nutritious Food Brands
CVS Pharmacy Announced the Launch of Well Market
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Gourmet Snack-Focused E-Commerce Platforms
Goody's Focuses on Gourmet Popcorn and Chocolates
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Online Merchandise Storefronts
The Panera Shop Gives Access to Bread-themed Apparel & Carb-Couture
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Cannabis Store Rebrands
Union Square Travel Agency Has Rebranded as The Travel Agency
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Ninja-Inspired Curated Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Embraces the Taste of Japan with a Ninja Theme
Limited-Edition Monthly Wine Capsules
Vinebox Announces Monthly Experiences with Its Product Line
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Consumer-Driven Cafe Menus
The New Costa Coffee Menu Has Hot Milkshakes and More
Expanded Autumn Coffee Offerings
Starbucks Diversifies Fall Flavors for At-Home and On-the-Go
Romantic On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Minted and DoorDash Have Partnered for On-Demand Delivery
Beer Pairing Pop-Ups
&Beer Pairs Beer with NYC’s Best Vegan Food
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
Single-Serve Sparkling Wines
Wander + Ivy Packages 'Bubbles' in Patented 6.3-Ounce Glass Bottles
Fresh Fruit Subscriptions
Edible Brands Launched a Fresh Fruit Subscription Delivery Service
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Youth-Focused Pizza Launches
Domino's Pizza Relaunches its Gen Z-Focused Emergency Pizza Promotion
Whimsical Women-Owned Cannabis Brands
Sweedies Recently Launched on the Market with Mood Rings
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Genderless Self Care Lines
Prohibition Wellness Offers Premium Wellness Products for Everyone
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Expansive Cauliflower Pizza Products
These New Caulipower Products are Arriving This Month
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
Health-Conscious Sparkling Beverages
Cloud Water Unveils New Products and a Fresh Brand Makeover
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Retail Sexual Wellness Expansions
Sexual Wellness Brand Tabu Launches at Sephora Stores
Playlist-Paired Candle Launches
Nose Best Offers Candles with Their Own Playlits and Cocktails
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Wellness-Focused Retailer Ranges
Target is Welcoming More Than 1,000 Wellness Products
Dedicated Sports Nutrition Marketplaces
Fuel Goods Was Founded by Laura Jorgensen & Courteney Low
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Collegiate Dining Expansions
The Bruxie Dining Concept is Coming to Two College Campuses
Women-Targeted Cannabis Retreats
moodRXtreats Invites Cannabis Lovers and Explorers on a Journey
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Nostalgic Health-Conscious Snacks
Lexington Bakes Has Refreshed Its Product Offerings
Autumnal Private Label Treats
These New Kroger Private Selection Products are Arriving for Fall
Early-Stage Brand Programs
Fixer Advisory Group & Academia Cerebra Debut The Founders Program
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Kid Entrepreneur Carts
Allboss is a Creative Approach to Entrepreneurship for Children
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
On-Demand Wellness Deliveries
DoorDash and The Vitamin Shoppe Will Offer On-Demand Delivery
Delectable Cookie Debuts
Edible Arrangements Unveils a Cookie Line with Fixed and Rotating Options
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Modern Alcohol Collection Platforms
Unicorn is a Next-Gen Platform for Collecting Spirits & Wines
Nootropic Wellness Shots
Genius Boost Wellness Shots Share the Benefits of Functional Mushrooms
Premium Autumnal Cafe Collections
Peet's Coffee Fall Menu Will Arrive in Late August
Condiment-Branded Varsity Jackets
Mike's Hot Honey & Starter Launch Limited-Edition Varsity Jacket
Gen Alpha Kitchenware Brands
'Basil' Raised Roughly $440,000 USD to Scale its D2C Kitchenwares
Imperfect Produce Subscriptions
Odd Bunch Delivers Oddly Shaped Produce to Consumers' Doors
Expansive Autumnal Coffee Ranges
This New Coffee Collection from The Fresh Market is Fall-Ready
Student-Focused Foodie Tours
Deliveroo The Grub Crawl Offers Free Foodie Tours to Freshers
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
Third-Party Artisanal Marketplaces
Michaels Launches the MarkerPlace Alternative Marketplace
Stylish Everyday Men's Footwear
Lululemon Introduces the New Men's Footwear Collection
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Natural Wine Subscription Platforms
The Waves Proprietary Artificial Intelligence Technology
Insurance Brand Beers
Pet Insurance Company Fetch Created Fetch Pale Ale to Support a Non-Profit
Artisanal Gluten-Free Deliveries
Wildgrain Debuts Bake-From-Frozen Gluten-Free Bread Subscription
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Superfood Fall Soups
Nutbar's New Fall/Winter Menu is Good for You Immune System and Soul
Value-Focused Restaurant Menus
The Habit $5 Simple Crafts Menu Has Three Options
Contemporary Debut Furniture Series
Nine United Launches a New Collection of Furniture
Back-To-School Sporty Campaigns
JD's Start Fresh Campaign Celebrates Today's Youth Culture
International Snack Marketplaces
OrderExoticSnacks.com Delivers Exotic Snacks to US Shoppers
Retail Wellness Expansions
Barker Wellness Unveils a New Partnership with Sprouts
Winery-Made Cannabis Beverages
Sunstone Estate is the First Wine Brand to Offer a Cannabis Drink
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
First-Access Fan Clubs
Curie's Sniff Club Shares Lab Samples with Members
Casual Pizzeria Marketing
UK Pizza Chain PizzaExpress Undergoes Design Update
Wellness-Themed Rental Pop-Ups
Wander Partners with Good Pharma to Showcase its Offerings
Icy Autumnal Cafe Drinks
The Human Bean Fall Menu Offers a Glimpse of Autumnal Offerings
Expansive Rebranding Initiatives
MysteryVibe Goes Beyond Sexual Health and into New Markets
Soccer-Specific Online Retail Destinations
Men in Blazers Has Partnered with WorldSoccerSShop
Debut Health-Focused Collections
NuSpira Launches a Functional Health Product Line
Colorful Cannabis Brand Expansions
Jetty Extracts Makes the Move East as Cannabis Market Opens Up
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Female Chef Delivery Platforms
DoorDash Canada Empowers Women Chefs with "Made by Women" Platform
Co-Creation Bottle Campaigns
H3NSY & John P. Dessereau Design a New Limited-Edition Bottle
Spiced Recipe QSR Menus
The Shake Shack Hot Menu is Bringing the Heat This Fall with Four Items
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Equity-Focused Cannabis Companies
Vic Mensa Launches a New Cannabis Brand Called 93 Boyz
Underrepresented Artist Snack Branding
The New SunChips Art Seen Packaging Celebrates 2023 Winners
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Globally Inspired Wing Menus
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Taste for Adventure is Arriving for Fall
Satiating Summer Salad Menus
These New honeygrow Salads are Packed with Wholesome Ingredients
Summer-Themed Cannabis Products
Ascend Wellness Holdings is Launching Three New Products
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Stylish QSR-Backed Apparel
Panera Bread Unveils its New Menu-Inspired Merchandise Collection
Reach-Expanding Cannabis Partnerships
The Cannabist Company Partners with Flower by Edie Parker
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Wellness Discovery Platforms
Wellworthy Helps Individuals Navigate the Health and Wellness Market
Customer-Driven Pizza Menus
The Pizza Guys Fan Favorites Lineup Has Four Options
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Nourishing New Year's Meal Plans
Daily Harvest's January Jumpstart Supports Health Resolutions
Beginner Business Wisdom
Beginner Maps Uses Insights From Experts to Help New Businesses Thrive
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Happiness-Prioritizing QSR Campaigns
Dave & Buster's Launches the 'Adult Unlearn' Summer Campaign
Lifestyle-Conscious Cannabis Products
Trailblazer Cannabis Products Have Been Relaunched
Accessible Canned Artisan Wines
The Canned Wine Co. is Launching Two New Options at Ocado
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Chicken Wing-Inspired Menus
Old Chicago is Serving Up a New Wing-Inspired Menu
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Unconventional Foodie Magazines
Food& Magazine Explores the Weird and Wonderful World of Food
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Authentic Men-Targeted Campaigns
Schick Encourages Men to Follow Their Passions in New Campaign
Nutrition Brand Investment Rounds
Squared Circles Plans to Launch Five Brands in the Near Future
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Traveler Marketing Platforms
Koflluence Introduces the Rare Travel Platform for Travel Influencers
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Curated Wedding Marketplaces
Minted Weddings Marketplace is a Destination for Decor, Gifts & More
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Premium Heat-and-Eat Soups
Zoup! is Bringing Its Soups in Jars to the Summer Fancy Food Show
Cheese Subscription Clubs
Murray's Cheese Club Offers Themed Journeys for Product Discovery
Entrepreneurial Journey Insights
Founder Folks Teaches You How Founders Launched Their Business
Customizable Donut Menus
Desert Donuts' Build-Your-Own-Donut Menu Shares Fresh, Fun Treats
Community-Building Wine Platforms
Curious Vines Debuts a Support Platform for Uniting Wine-Makers
Weekly Finance Newsletters
Deelscoop Keeps Users Informed from Seed to Series D and Beyond
Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching
Startup Jobs by Binh Pham is a Community for Job Seekers