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ALDO Group to Develop Licensed Line for Ted Baker

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Authentic Brands Group has secured a long-term agreement with the ALDO Group to develop licensed products for the Ted Baker brand. Ted Baker is a high-end British apparel company that specializes in branded shirts, suits, dresses, and more. The company was acquired by Authentic Brands Group in 2022. “We have chosen The ALDO Group for … [Read more...] about ALDO Group to Develop Licensed Line for Ted Baker

Update: Authentic Brands Group Signs Agreement to Acquire Boardriders

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Updating our story last week, Authentic Brands Group has signed a definitive agreement to purchase Boardriders. Through the acquisition Authentic strategically expands its portfolio of world-renowned superbrands with the addition of the most iconic brands in board sports including Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, DC Shoes, RVCA, Element, … [Read more...] about Update: Authentic Brands Group Signs Agreement to Acquire Boardriders

Status Accessories to Produce Rugged Accessories for Rocky Brands

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Rocky Brands has entered into a licensing agreement with Status Accessories to design and distribute products under the Durango and Rocky Boots brands. The partnership was brokered on behalf of Status Accessories' by the Perpetual Licensing agency. Perpetual Licensing specializes in building brands through strategic product … [Read more...] about Status Accessories to Produce Rugged Accessories for Rocky Brands

Kathy Ireland’s Cool Partnership With Forever Fashion for Winter Accessories

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The premium cold weather accessories manufacturer, Forever Fashion, has entered into a licensing agreement with kathy ireland Worldwide (kiWW). Forever Fashion CEO Isaac Levy says the partners will develop a wide-ranging assortment of kathy ireland® winter accessories products including ponchos, ruanas, kimonos, scarves, hats, … [Read more...] about Kathy Ireland’s Cool Partnership With Forever Fashion for Winter Accessories

Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment's Nelvana and Baeumler Productions have partnered to launch a licensed merchandise line called 43°N by Bryan Baeumler. Bryan Baeumler is a contractor, entrepreneur and host of HGTV Canada series, including Island of Bryan, Renovation Resort, House of Bryan, Leave it to Bryan, Bryan Inc. and Disaster DIY. "Through … [Read more...] about Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler

Retail Licensing: Care Bears Popping Up at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sagoo Licensing has brokered a deal for Cloudco Entertainment to launch a Care Bears Pop-Up in the Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann department store. Branded pop-up retail stores have become a significant trend in the licensing industry in the past year. As the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have lifted, more consumers are looking for … [Read more...] about Retail Licensing: Care Bears Popping Up at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann

Anime: Concept One Expands Licensing Partnership With Viz Media

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Concept One and VIZ Media are expanding their licensing partnership to include accessory collections for two additional anime properties. The expansion adds the product licensing rights to Viz Media's Death Note and Komi Can't Communicate franchises to the company's pre-existing partnership. Concept One is a fashion and accessories … [Read more...] about Anime: Concept One Expands Licensing Partnership With Viz Media

Reservoir and LabelNoir Release $4,600 Licensed Popeye Watch

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter King Features has partnered with the luxury watch brands Reservoir and LabelNoir for a licensed Popeye timepiece. A division of Hearst, King Features Syndicate is the production and distribution company that owns the licensing rights to the Popeye brand. The licensing deal with Reservoir and LabelNoir was negotiated by King Features’ … [Read more...] about Reservoir and LabelNoir Release $4,600 Licensed Popeye Watch

LOEWE Releases Collection Inspired by Howl’s Moving Castle

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter LOEWE has partnered with Studio Ghibli for a licensed apparel and accessories collection featuring the animated film, Howl's Moving Castle. Initially founded in Spain in 1846, LOEWE is a luxury fashion brand that specializes in finely-crafted clothing, leather goods, and accessories. LOEWE and Studio Ghibli previously released two … [Read more...] about LOEWE Releases Collection Inspired by Howl’s Moving Castle