Read On To See How You Can Connect With Bob Mackie COO Marc Schwartz at Licensing Expo By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Queen of Rock’n’Roll Tina Turner passed away in late May, leaving so many of us with fond memories of her unforgettable concerts. For me, it was a night at the legendary Commodore in Vancouver, Canada, where Turner just blew the roof off. But … [Read more...] about From Hollywood to TikTok: Bob Mackie’s Timeless Designs Earn a New Legion of Fans
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Who’s News: Lids Promotes Bob Durda to President
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Lids Sports Group has officially appointed long-time employee Bob Durda as the company's new president. Lids Sports Group is a sports retailer that offers officially-licensed and branded headwear, apparel and accessories for sports fans. It is among the largest licensees in the world for licensed apparel, and particularly for hats and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lids Promotes Bob Durda to President
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
PUMA and ZAG Team Up For Sporty Kids Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter PUMA has partnered with ZAG for a licensed Miraculous product collection featuring Ladybug and Cat Noir. PUMA is a sports-focused lifestyle brand that designs, develops, sells and markets footwear, apparel and accessories. For more than 70 years, PUMA has offered performance and sports lifestyle products in categories such as football, … [Read more...] about PUMA and ZAG Team Up For Sporty Kids Fashion
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