TLL Staff CAA Brand Management has been named the global licensing agency for Anheuser-Busch, expanding its longtime relationship with the brewing giant. The announcement signals a renewed push to take Anheuser-Busch’s brand portfolio beyond the beer aisle, and into a frothy mix of consumer product categories around the world. As part of the agreement, CAA Brand Management … [Read more...] about CAA Tapped to Expand Anheuser-Busch Global Licensing Program
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Prada Buys Versace in Major Merger of Top Fashion Brands
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The devil may love Prada, but Prada clearly loves Versace. So much so that Prada has dug deep into its fabulous handbag to pay out $1.38 billion to buy its smaller but prestigious rival Versace. The deal, which dropped on April 10, unites two of Italy's biggest names in fashion, and combines two very different but complementary styles. … [Read more...] about Prada Buys Versace in Major Merger of Top Fashion Brands
Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is introducing a new licensed Ken doll to its Barbie brand that features the likeness of basketball player, activist and philanthropist LeBron James. Developed in partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF), the licensed collectible marks the first Ken doll to feature the likeness of a professional athlete. "Ken is … [Read more...] about Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
Teddy Mountain UK Partners with Cloudco for Make-A-Care Bear
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Teddy Mountain UK has partnered with Cloudco Entertainment to launch a licensed Make-A-Care Bear experience in the UK and UAE. Through the licensing partnership, Teddy Mountain UK will offer an exclusive co-branded experience that allows fans to hand-stuff and personalize their own Care Bears plush toy. The new experience will offer a range … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain UK Partners with Cloudco for Make-A-Care Bear
Radio Flyer and Peanuts Introduce Snoopy’s Wagon
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Radio Flyer has partnered with Peanuts Worldwide to introduce a pet-friendly licensed product called Snoopy's Wagon. Designed for both kids and pets, the new Radio Flyer wagon features a Peanuts-inspired aesthetic with a canopy that is modeled after Snoopy's doghouse. The UV-protected canopy includes a zip-down side panel for easy pet … [Read more...] about Radio Flyer and Peanuts Introduce Snoopy’s Wagon
Anne Stokes and EMP Renew Gothicana Fashion Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter EMP and Anne Stokes have renewed their long-standing licensing collaboration to create additional fashion items for the Gothicana by EMP collection. Marking the third term of their ongoing partnership, the renewed agreement will further expand the Gothicana collection with new items inspired by Stokes' fantasy art portfolio. Since its … [Read more...] about Anne Stokes and EMP Renew Gothicana Fashion Partnership
Suzy Karadsheh and Anthropologie Team Up for The Mediterranean Dish Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Author Suzy Karadsheh and Anthropologie are launching a collaborative homewares collection based on The Mediterranean Dish culinary brand. Designed for spring entertaining, the co-branded collection features 36 products that combine Anthropologie's signature aesthetic with The Mediterranean Dish's affinity for rich textures and flavors. The … [Read more...] about Suzy Karadsheh and Anthropologie Team Up for The Mediterranean Dish Brand
Entertainment Software Association Warns of Tariff Impact
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The postponement of the Nintendo Switch 2 is just one sign the video gaming industry will be hard hit by tariffs. That's according to the Entertainment Software Association, which says the roller coaster ride of tariffs and counter-tariffs will impact the entire industry. "We do expect these tariffs will have a real and detrimental impact … [Read more...] about Entertainment Software Association Warns of Tariff Impact
Horrible Histories Comes to Leeds Castle for Easter Holidays
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Rocket Licensing has secured an experiential licensing partnership to bring Horrible Histories to Leeds Castle. Taking place from April 5 to 21, the Horrible Histories Easter Escapades: The Knights’ Quest experiential activation is inspired by the Knights of Leeds Castle and the well-known entertainment franchise. "With its combination of … [Read more...] about Horrible Histories Comes to Leeds Castle for Easter Holidays
US Care Bears Fans Can Now ‘Unlock the Magic’
TLL Staff Maximum Entertainment has officially released Care Bears: Unlock the Magic in the United States on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation5. The physical Nintendo Switch editions are also launching today (Tuesday, April 8). A PlayStation 5 retail version is scheduled to release on May 6. Previously released in Europe across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 (retail), and … [Read more...] about US Care Bears Fans Can Now ‘Unlock the Magic’