By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The apparel giant Gap Inc. has hired Mattel president and COO Richard Dickson as its new CEO, starting August 22. Gap is the largest specialty apparel company in the U.S., with a portfolio that includes Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta. However, like many other fashion companies, Gap suffered through the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Must Read: Why Gap Hired ex-Mattel Exec As Its New CEO
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Authentic Brands Group Secures the Future of Rockport Footwear
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterAuthentic Brands Group has acquired Rockport footwear following an approved sales transaction by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the district of Delaware.Authentic is a global brand development, marketing and entertainment platform that currently owns more than 40 lifestyle, entertainment and media brands. Authentic works to connect brands with its … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Group Secures the Future of Rockport Footwear
FUBU Brings Fashion Sense to Scrubs for Health Workers
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The design house FUBU is putting the cool into workplace fashion with a new line of scrubs and workwear from licensee Green Town. The new collection is designed to be comfortable and durable, yet fashionable, with the line set for release in August. FUBU says the clothing will include the latest innovative, breathable fabrications with … [Read more...] about FUBU Brings Fashion Sense to Scrubs for Health Workers
Sprayground Creates Backpacks Based on Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hershey and Sprayground have released a licensed backpack based on the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup candy brand. Sprayground is a streetwear fashion brand that designs high-quality backpacks, accessories, and apparel. Sprayground first captured worldwide attention when the ‘Hello My Name Is’ backpack debuted over 13 years ago. Sprayground … [Read more...] about Sprayground Creates Backpacks Based on Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Transport for London in Apparel Partnership With London Spirit Cricket Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter London Spirit and Transport for London have entered an exclusive apparel partnership ahead of the third edition of The Hundred cricket sports tournament. London Spirit is a professional 100-ball men's and women's cricket team based in North London. The team represents the counties of Middlesex, Essex and Northamptonshire in The Hundred … [Read more...] about Transport for London in Apparel Partnership With London Spirit Cricket Team
Bob Mackie Made Barbie a Fashion Icon, Says Hollywood Reporter
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
Jewel Appointed Exclusive Licensing Agent for SCOUT
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Jewel has been named the exclusive licensing agent for SCOUT. SCOUT was co-founded by Deb Waterman Johns and her husband Ben Johns in 2004, and is known for designing stylish tote bags for women. “We are excited to partner with Jewel to bring the SCOUT brand into new product categories and expand our audience,” said Deb Waterman … [Read more...] about Jewel Appointed Exclusive Licensing Agent for SCOUT
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
Think Pink: NYX Unveils Barbie-Themed Makeup Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter NYX Professional Makeup has launched a limited-edition makeup collection for Barbie the Movie in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures and Mattel. NYX Professional Makeup is an international cosmetics brand that creates affordable, professional quality makeup and beauty products. The brand distributes its products in more than 70 … [Read more...] about Think Pink: NYX Unveils Barbie-Themed Makeup Collection
Lush and SpongeBob Team Up to Reduce Plastics in the Ocean
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Lush and Paramount Consumer Products have teamed up on a limited-edition beauty collection for SpongeBob SquarePants: Operation Sea Change. Launched in 2022 by Nickelodeon and Paramount CP, SpongeBob SquarePants: Operation Sea Change is a multi-year ocean conservation and sustainability initiative that aims to reduce plastic pollution … [Read more...] about Lush and SpongeBob Team Up to Reduce Plastics in the Ocean