By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Prada is going through momentous changes as the renowned fashion house's co-CEO's and founders prepare to step down. Miuccia Prada and her husband Patrizio Bertelli are stepping back from their day-to-day leadership roles as they prepare to transition the company to the next generation. The couple's son, Lorenzo Bertelli, is expected to … [Read more...] about Prada Appoints New Leadership As Part of Succession Plan
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Percy Pig Partners With Nails.Inc on Scented Nail Products
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The British nail brand Nails.Inc has entered a licensing partnership with Percy Pig for a line of scented nail products. Percy Pig is a British confectionary brand that is owned by the multinational retailer Marks and Spencer's. This licensing collaboration with Nails.Inc marks the first time that the Percy Pig brand has collaborated … [Read more...] about Percy Pig Partners With Nails.Inc on Scented Nail Products
Route One Apparel Announces Licensee Agreement with Morton Salt
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Route One Apparel has reached an official licensee agreement with Morton Salt for new consumer product collections featuring the Morton Salt Umbrella Girl logo. Morton Salt is an American company that produces salt for culinary purposes, household use, industrial use, water conditioning, agricultural use, road use, and more. The … [Read more...] about Route One Apparel Announces Licensee Agreement with Morton Salt
Sweet Smell of Success Leads to New Dolly Parton Fragrance Lines
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dolly Parton and ScentBeauty are continuing their licensing partnership with new fragrance product releases for the holiday season. “I am so happy about the embrace we’ve had with our Scent From Above fragrance launch last year,” said Parton. “That success has allowed me to experiment with new scents and bring different, inspiring … [Read more...] about Sweet Smell of Success Leads to New Dolly Parton Fragrance Lines
Designer Ellie Whittaker Secure D2R Deal with Best&Less
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The brand extension agency Asembl has secured a direct-to-retail licensing partnership for Ellie Whittaker with the Australian fashion retailer, Best&Less. The partnership with Best&Less will see Ellie Whittaker’s signature designs ranged across apparel and accessory categories for the affordable fashion retailer. Best&Less … [Read more...] about Designer Ellie Whittaker Secure D2R Deal with Best&Less
Sneaky Grinch Gets His Own Sneakers From adidas
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Dateline: Whoville In a stunning turnabout, the infamous Grinch is now putting presents under the tree, thanks to a partnership between adidas and Dr. Seuss Enterprises. adidas Originals is teaming up with the Grinch by creating a festive spin on its classic basketball shoe, the Forum Low. In a stylish new collaboration that is as sweet … [Read more...] about Sneaky Grinch Gets His Own Sneakers From adidas
Pretty Green Turns Out Rockin’ Fashions for Subbuteo
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The apparel and accessories brand Pretty Green has partnered with the British football tabletop game Subbuteo for a co-branded product range. The licensed collection consists of a track-top, a bucket hat, a key ring, a collectible figurine, a co-branded tabletop game, and four different styles of t-shirts. The collection will launch in the … [Read more...] about Pretty Green Turns Out Rockin’ Fashions for Subbuteo
Music Licensing: The Webster To Host Licensed Elton John Pop-Up Installation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Elton John and Bravado have announced an LA-based experiential licensing takeover headlined with a pop-up installation at the multi-brand retailer, The Webster. The licensing experience was managed on behalf of Elton John by Bravado, Universal Music Group's merchandise and brand management company. The installation details at the … [Read more...] about Music Licensing: The Webster To Host Licensed Elton John Pop-Up Installation
Four Seasons To Design Fine Feathered Fashion For Angry Birds
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMG has brokered a licensing partnership between Rovio Entertainment and Four Seasons Design for apparel and accessories collections featuring the Angry Birds brand. The first co-branded apparel collection is set to launch later this month. The collection will feature original designs by Four Seasons Design's creative team including themes … [Read more...] about Four Seasons To Design Fine Feathered Fashion For Angry Birds
Who’s News: Adidas Appoints Bjørn Gulden as its New CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bjørn Gulden will take on the position of CEO at adidas and will serve on the company's Executive Board beginning Jan. 1. The current CEO of Adidas AG, Kasper Rorsted, and the Supervisory Board mutually agreed that he would step down as CEO and leave the company on Nov. 11, 2022. “We would like to thank Kasper Rorsted for his major … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Adidas Appoints Bjørn Gulden as its New CEO