By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief SmileyWorld, the brand that puts a smile on your face, is working with Budgy Smuggler to put a Smiley on your butt, and possibly your budgy. Budgy Smuggler is the swimwear company from Australia that was inspired by too much beer at a backyard party, and has become a top global brand. The company is known for its irreverent and … [Read more...] about SmileyWorld and Budgy Smuggler Put a Smile on Your Face … and Your Butt
Fashion
Merchantwise Closes Call of Duty Streetwear Deal With Culture Kings
TLL Staff Merchantwise has secured the first Call of Duty streetwear fashion collection with globally recognised streetwear brand Culture Kings. Merchantwise is a leading gaming and entertainment brand licensing agency headquartered in Melbourne with offices in Australia, the UK, Europe and China. The unisex collection, designed to celebrate two decades of Call … [Read more...] about Merchantwise Closes Call of Duty Streetwear Deal With Culture Kings
NRF Predicts 2024 Holiday Spending to Reach New Record
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The National Retail Federation projects average consumer spending over the 2024 holidays will reach a record $902 per person. The NRF bases that number on the average expected spending for gifts, food, decorations, and other seasonal items, with figures coming from its annual consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. … [Read more...] about NRF Predicts 2024 Holiday Spending to Reach New Record
Luxe Launches First Fragrance for Khloé Kardashian
TLL Staff Khloé Kardashian has entered the fragrance industry with the launch of her first signature scent, XO Khloé. The new fragrance was created in collaboration with Luxe Brands. It debuted in late November at Harrods in the UK and will launch in the U.S. on December 1, exclusively at Ulta Beauty. Described as a deeply personal project, XO Khloé was … [Read more...] about Luxe Launches First Fragrance for Khloé Kardashian
Dutch Bros and Pura Vida Launch Licensed Friendship Bracelet
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Pura Vida has launched a collaborative partnership with Dutch Bros for a limited-edition, licensed friendship bracelet. The limited-edition bracelet features the logo designs from both brands, alongside the signature colors of the Dutch Bros' coffee brand and the distinct aesthetic of Pura Vida. The co-branded friendship bracelet is … [Read more...] about Dutch Bros and Pura Vida Launch Licensed Friendship Bracelet
Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Blvck Paris has launched an exclusive Batman-themed capsule collection in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP). The limited-edition collection includes a range of products that combine the minimalist all-black streetwear aesthetic of the Blvck Paris brand with licensed characters and logos from the … [Read more...] about Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection
Surf Brand Hurley Partners With Drumming Legend Travis Barker
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Drum roll please! The surfing and pop culture brand Hurley has just announced a partnership with the legendary drummer and music producer Travis Barker. Hurley and Barker will be releasing a licensed fashion collection in 2025, and Barker will also be representing Hurley as its brand ambassador. The partnership is a natural … [Read more...] about Surf Brand Hurley Partners With Drumming Legend Travis Barker
Laura Ashley and Gecko Jewellery Partner for Heritage Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Laura Ashley brand has partnered with Gecko Jewellery for a licensed collection based on heritage designs from the Laura Ashley archive. Developed by Gecko Jewellery's in-house design team, the Laura Ashley jewellery collection features three distinct product lines that offer a diverse range of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and … [Read more...] about Laura Ashley and Gecko Jewellery Partner for Heritage Collection
Anti Social Fashion Inspired by the Goodyear Blimp
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Anti Social Social Club (ASSC) has launched a collaborative licensing partnership with Goodyear for a limited-edition fashion collection inspired by the Goodyear blimp. The products included in the Goodyear x ASSC capsule collection will be a range of t-shirts, hoodies, license plate frames, spork-tek hats and stainless-steel … [Read more...] about Anti Social Fashion Inspired by the Goodyear Blimp
M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter M&M's and Kate Spade New York have signed a licensing partnership for a limited-edition collection of M&M's candy-inspired fashion accessories. The licensed capsule collection from Kate Spade New York includes a range of products wth colorful design details inspired by M&M's candy shells, shapes and product … [Read more...] about M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection