By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The upcoming Barbie movie is testimony to the star power of toy brand Barbie, but it was designer Bob Mackie who made Barbie a star in the first place. That's the argument of Hollywood Reporter, the venerable film industry publication, which said in a recent article that the legendary American designer was a primary reason for the brand's … [Read more...] about Bob Mackie Made Barbie a Fashion Icon, Says Hollywood Reporter
Apparel
Royal Horticultural Society Licenses Threadbare Apparel Collection
The first range—designed for women—will launch in time for RHS Flower Show Tatton Park in July By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced the appointment of Threadbare, a family-run fashion house, to produce a range of apparel. The new lines will include apparel collections for women, men, children and—in a first for the … [Read more...] about Royal Horticultural Society Licenses Threadbare Apparel Collection
NBA Teams Up With My Hero Academia for Apparel Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The National Basketball Association is putting out a new apparel collection with My Hero Academia, produced by HYPERFLY. My Hero Academia is a Japanese anime series based on a manga series by Kohei Horikoshi. It is set in a world where about 80 percent of the population has a superpowered Quirk. Heroes protect people and society from … [Read more...] about NBA Teams Up With My Hero Academia for Apparel Line
Michele Marie PR Announces Several Fashion Collections From Its Clients For LGBTQ+ Pride
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMichele Marie PR has released information on several limited-edition fashion collections and charitable collaborations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month.The limited-edition Pride Month collaborations include collections from Baggallini, Haverhill, Skull & Bones, Made by Mary, Modern Picnic, pītusa, and Sarah O. Jewelry Baggallini has partnered with the … [Read more...] about Michele Marie PR Announces Several Fashion Collections From Its Clients For LGBTQ+ Pride
Loungefly and Lucasfilm Partner For Out Of This World Star Wars Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterFunko's Loungefly brand has partnered with Lucasfilm for a new apparel and accessories collection for the Star Wars brand.Loungefly is pop-culture fashion lifestyle brand that designs products that are inspired by entertainment IPs and professional sports teams. Since Loungefly was acquired by Funko in 2017, the brand has expanded to include the … [Read more...] about Loungefly and Lucasfilm Partner For Out Of This World Star Wars Collection
From Hollywood to TikTok: Bob Mackie’s Timeless Designs Earn a New Legion of Fans
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
The Famous Designer Dressing At-Risk Teens With Operation Prom
Justina McCaffrey and Operation Prom National Network Join Forces to Outfit At-Risk Teens for This Year's Prom The famous bridalwear designer Justina McCaffrey and Operation Prom National Network (OPNN) want licensing industry professionals to say “I DO” to doing something good at Licensing Expo this June. Justina McCaffrey, Canada’s most celebrated wedding dress … [Read more...] about The Famous Designer Dressing At-Risk Teens With Operation Prom
Fashion: Cronus Global Says ‘I Do’ to Representing Justina McCaffrey
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Cronus Global licensing agency has been appointed to represent the Justina McCaffrey Lifestyle brand across all product categories. Justina McCaffrey is a Canadian fashion designer who specializes in high-quality, couture wedding dresses. Over the last three decades, the Justina McCaffrey bridalwear brand has gained attention … [Read more...] about Fashion: Cronus Global Says ‘I Do’ to Representing Justina McCaffrey
Celebrity Licensing: Kanye West Split a Billion Dollar Mess for Adidas
Adidas Stuck With $1.3 Billion in Yeezy Shoes After Kanye West Blows Up Licensing Agreement By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief All over the world, boxes of Yeezy shoes are stacked in warehouses and the back rooms of retail outlets, all of them costing Adidas a literal fortune. According to the German footwear giant, Adidas is saddled with an … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Kanye West Split a Billion Dollar Mess for Adidas
Who’s News: Tommy Bahama Appoints New Head of Retail and Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Chrisann Furciato has been promoted to EVP of retail, e-commerce, and licensing at the casual fashion giant Tommy Bahama. In her newly-created role, Furciato is responsible for the company's direct-to-guest retail channels, ecommerce channels, merchandising and licensing initiatives. “Chrisann and I have worked together since she … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Tommy Bahama Appoints New Head of Retail and Licensing