By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you want to know how investors feel about NFTs right now, just follow the sound of the screaming. That should lead you to the hilariously apt Bear Market Screaming Therapy Group on Twitter and the communication app Telegram, where holders of Goblintown Ethereum NFTs (as= in the photo above) have gathered to post groans, howls, sobbing, … [Read more...] about Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
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Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The racing and automotive brand Motul has launched a new luxury watch, in partnership with car-crazy watchmaker Depancel. Motul and Depancel are both companies that are connected to ... and some would say obsessed with ... the world of car brands and auto racing. To mark their signature interest, the two companies have now released a new … [Read more...] about Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
Funko Turns Up the Heat With Summer Loungefly Showcase
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Loungefly, a lifestyle brand from Funko, has announced a new brand experience called Summer of Loungefly, to showcase the latest summer collections. Hosted at Goya Studios, the event will allow fashion and pop culture enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the Loungefly brand and its high-end apparel line, Stitch Shoppe. The event will feature … [Read more...] about Funko Turns Up the Heat With Summer Loungefly Showcase
Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
The UK's popular Horrid Henry cartoon is loaning its brand to social organization Madlug to help "care experienced children." That phrase in the UK refers to children in care, which may be under a Compulsory Supervision Order at home, or in a foster home situation. Brand owner Novel Entertainment says it's teaming up with Madlug "to support the company’s mission to raise … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week
Discovery Channel is diving deep into the world of consumer products this week with the unveiling of its CP program for Shark Week 2022. Now in its 34th year, Shark Week has become a massively popular event, and this year Discovery will be airing 25 adrenaline pumping hours of original, shark-themed content. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, one of the world's top film stars and … [Read more...] about TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week
Fashion: Rachel Zoe Signs On Six New Licensing Partners
The fashion entrepreneur Rachel Zoe has announced a lineup of new licensing partnerships as she expands her brand into new categories. Those new categories include home, interior design, baby, intimates, activewear, and more, with licensed collections from Azzure Home, Berkshire Fashions, Brewster Home Fashions, Bloomin Baby (a division of GMason), K&Y, Keeco, and Reunited … [Read more...] about Fashion: Rachel Zoe Signs On Six New Licensing Partners
Sprayground Releases Tasty Backpacks With Jolly Rancher Theme
The fashion brand Sprayground is teaming up with Hershey's Jolly Rancher brand to create a Green Apple themed backpack. Taking inspiration from the candy's bright colors and bold Jolly Rancher flavors, the backpack combines the Jolly Rancher Green Apple color with Sprayground's fashion-forward aesthetics. The backpack features a translucent design as well as an eye-catching … [Read more...] about Sprayground Releases Tasty Backpacks With Jolly Rancher Theme
GAP Partners on New Lines for Eyewear, Home Products
The fashion outlet Gap has announced two major new partnerships for branded eyewear and kids' home products. The eyewear deal sees Gap partnering with the global eyewear company De Rigo, launching their first collection of Gap-branded sunglasses and optical glasses. "As a champion of individuality, Gap embodies a sense of modern American optimism that celebrates what it means … [Read more...] about GAP Partners on New Lines for Eyewear, Home Products
Art Licensing: Art Ask Unveils Two New Deals For Frida Kahlo
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 Frida Kahlo inspired jewellery collection in celebration of the revolutionary artist and feminist. “For me, Tatty Devine is an iconic jewellery brand and a very … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Art Ask Unveils Two New Deals For Frida Kahlo
Metaverse Licensing: Barbie Joins Collaboration With Forever 21 and VBG on Roblox
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The metaverse licensing company Virtual Brands Group is on a roll. After winning a coveted Licensing Excellence award for its collaboration with Forever 21 and Roblox, Virtual Brands Group and Forever 21 have landed a metaverse collaboration with Mattel's Barbie. The new limited-edition collection includes a range of on-trend vintage style … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: Barbie Joins Collaboration With Forever 21 and VBG on Roblox