By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Frida Kahlo brand’s licensing program continues to grow as the brand acquires new licensing deals with Puma and Tatty Devine. Art Ask Agency and Tatty Devine have launched a… . . . read more
Fashion Brand Custo Barcelona Partners With Art Ask Agency
June 13, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Art Ask Agency has added the international fashion brand Custo Barcelona to its portfolio of lifestyle licenses. Art Ask Agency is an international licensing agency that offers complete services to… . . . read more
Available Licenses: Excel Seeking Licensees for Anne Cole, Dede
June 6, 2022
Anne Cole Swimwear Brand Available for First Time as Licensed IP The classic swimwear brand Anne Cole is working with Excel Branding to find partners in the categories of sleepwear, intimate apparel, hosiery, footwear, and… . . . read more
Spin Master Launches Inclusive ‘Character Creator’ with 6ix Academy
June 1, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master Corp. and 6ix Academy are launching the Truly You! Character Creator licensed fashion illustration set. 6ix Academy is a Toronto-based inner-city business and arts program with a focus… . . . read more
How Frida Kahlo Evolved From Artist to Style Icon
May 31, 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief While at the Licensing Expo last week, I was struck by the major presence of the late Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Art in general was well represented at… . . . read more
BRANDS
Licensing International Excellence Awards Honor Innovation
May 29, 2022
The winners of the 2022 Licensing International Excellence Awards were announced Thursday at Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. The awards honor innovation in the way brands use licensing to further their goals, how licensees develop… . . . read more
Art Licensing: Debra Valencia Brings Beauty to Banking
April 25, 2022
The popular artist Debra Valencia has partnered with CARD to create 24 debit card designs that put beauty into your banking. Through a licensing deal brokered by The Brand Liaison, customers can choose between 24… . . . read more
FILM CHARACTERS
Warner Unveils Magical Licensing Deals for Fantastic Beasts
April 8, 2022
WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences is launching a collection of products to celebrate the upcoming film Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is the newest adventure in the Wizarding… . . . read more
CULTURAL LICENSING
ARTiSTORY Enters Partnership with the Benaki Museum
April 6, 2022
ARTiSTORY has signed global licensing rights with the Benaki Museum in Greece, adding to its growing portfolio of international cultural partners. The Benaki Museum opened its doors in 1931 in Athens and is among the… . . . read more
EXCLUSIVE LICENSING
San Diego Comic Convention Appoints IMG as its First-Ever Licensing Agency
April 5, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The San Diego Comic Convention, organizer of the annual Comic-Con event, has appointed global licensing agent, IMG as its first-ever exclusive licensing representative. With a presence in over 30 countries,… . . . read more