The 2024 retail trends highlight an array of holiday-themed experiences and pop-up events, with both retailers and brands embracing the festive season. One notable example is Old Navy’s ‘Meet-and-Greet Holiday Event’ at its Times Square flagship, featuring Jennifer Hudson as part of the brand’s ‘Love is in the House’ campaign. Similarly, Bloomingdale’s ‘Wicked Good Holiday’ campaign ties in the popular film with the launch of the holiday shopping season, drawing attention to unique seasonal promotions.

Other key trends include the expansion of brands into new markets, such as MINISO’s opening of an ‘IP Collection Store’ in Toronto, and the entrance of luxury brand Loro Piana into Canada with the launch of two new stores in Toronto. These expansions reflect a broader push by brands to grow their presence and reach in major markets.

Additionally, technology continues to play a central role in shaping retail spaces. Examples like Sephora’s ‘Store of the Future,’ which is designed to offer immersive shopping experiences, and ARK Visual’s unveiling of ‘Future Stores,’ which focuses on creating immersive retail identities, illustrate the integration of cutting-edge technologies into retail environments. These trends emphasize the growing importance of experiential retail, blending innovation and seasonal experiences to engage consumers.

To learn more about retail trends for the upcoming year, check out Trend Hunter’s 2025 Trend Report.