Authentic Brands Group Announces Partnership with Baozun By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The legendary British bootmaker Hunter will sell 51% of its business in China to local firm Baozun Inc. The deal was announced by Authentic Brands Group, which owns the Hunter Boots brand globally. Hunter is a global footware company known for having developed the Original … [Read more...] about Hunter Boots Expands Footprint in China Through Merger Deal
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Mergers: SHEIN Buys Interest in Forever21 Parent Company SPARC
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Above photo by Hans Olav Lien SHEIN and Authentic Brands Group have announced a major strategic partnership involving the US fashion brand Forever 21. The deal is between SHEIN and SPARC Group Holdings II LLC, which is the direct parent company for Forever 21, and combines one of the world's leading online retailers with one of the … [Read more...] about Mergers: SHEIN Buys Interest in Forever21 Parent Company SPARC
Bioworld’s Dumbgood Brand Launches Nostalgic Sanrio 90s Apparel
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterBioworld's Dumbgood lifestyle brand has released new licensed Sanrio apparel for its Sanrio 90s-themed collection.Sanrio is a Japanese company that specializes in creating, developing and licensing adorable character IPs such as Hello Kitty, Pekkle, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Monkichi, and many more. The Sanrio 90's apparel collection features licensed … [Read more...] about Bioworld’s Dumbgood Brand Launches Nostalgic Sanrio 90s Apparel
UFC Teams Up With Celio For Exclusive Fan Apparel Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterUFC has partnered with Celio for an exclusive fan apparel collection to mark UFC’s return to Paris, France.Celio is a French retail company that specializes in men's clothing. “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Celio to offer UFC fans throughout France and the greater EMEA region this new and exclusive fan apparel collection to mark UFC’s return … [Read more...] about UFC Teams Up With Celio For Exclusive Fan Apparel Collection
Fan Ink Teams Up With MLS For a Fan-Focused Headwear Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMajor League Soccer and Fan Ink have signed an agreement for a licensed headwear and accessories collection for MLS' North American league.The new agreement with MLS represents Fan Ink’s first league-wide licensing agreement in North America. The company will be responsible for designing, producing, marketing, and distributing the products on … [Read more...] about Fan Ink Teams Up With MLS For a Fan-Focused Headwear Collection
Designer Brands Launches First-Ever Footwear Line For Le TIGRE Brand
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterDesigner Brands has launched a new footwear line for the NYC streetwear brand Le TIGRE. Designer Brands, Infinity Brands and Hilco Global hold equal ownership interests in the Le TIGRE brand.Designer Brands will exclusively design and produce Le TIGRE footwear for distribution through DSW and The Shoe Company's direct-to-consumer stores and … [Read more...] about Designer Brands Launches First-Ever Footwear Line For Le TIGRE Brand
CHEETOS Mac ‘N Cheese and Macramé Designer Coral Castillo Launch Cheesy New Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCHEETOS Mac 'N Cheese has partnered with macramé artist Coral Castillo for a limited-edition fashion collection.The CHEETOS Mac 'N Cheese x Coral Castillo MAC'ramé Collection includes MAC-Top Sneakers and a Fanny MAC waist bag.The items are available in orange, green and red colorways that are inspired by the Bold & Cheesy, Cheesy Jalapeño, … [Read more...] about CHEETOS Mac ‘N Cheese and Macramé Designer Coral Castillo Launch Cheesy New Collection
Zumba and Crayola Collab On Colors of Kindness Activewear Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterZumba and Crayola have entered a licensing partnership for a co-branded Colors of Kindness activewear collection. Zumba is a branded fitness company that operates in 200,00 locations in a 185 countries worldwide. Zumba develops exercise programs that offer easy-to-follow choreography set to rhythmic music.In addition to its original Zumba … [Read more...] about Zumba and Crayola Collab On Colors of Kindness Activewear Collection
Authentic Brands Group Partners With Peerless Clothing For Vince Fashion Brand
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterAuthentic Brands Group has entered a long-term licensing partnership with Peerless Clothing International for the luxury fashion brand, Vince. Per the the terms of the agreement, Peerless will be responsible for designing, manufacturing and distributing Vince’s men’s clothing, dress shirts, neckwear and accessories across the U.S. and … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Group Partners With Peerless Clothing For Vince Fashion Brand
Concept One Releasing Magical Harry Potter Backpacks
TLL Staff Concept One Accessories will be releasing a line of backpacks, perfect for carrying your wand and other school supplies, for LA retailer Fred Segal. The new line of backpacks are being produced in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products for release on Aug. 15, 2023. The line features a range of cross body and mini backpacks designed to give … [Read more...] about Concept One Releasing Magical Harry Potter Backpacks