TAKE THE POLL By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief For the licensing industry, these are dangerous times. As Russia prosecutes its brutal invasion of Ukraine, the US government and its NATO allies have made it clear to China that any aid to Russia will result in serious and potentially devastating consequences. But those consequences can cut both ways when you're … [Read more...] about Poll: Is Your Company Prepared for a Cold War With China?
Fashion
Metaverse Licensing: Minecraft Stylin’ With Lacoste Fashion Collab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Lacoste and Minecraft have collaborated on a licensed metaverse capsule collection in both the real and virtual world. The collection features apparel designed for Spring and Summer 2022. To increase interest in the collection, the two companies have developed the Croco Island game map for the Minecraft universe. The crocodile, of course, is … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: Minecraft Stylin’ With Lacoste Fashion Collab
Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
By Allison Watkinson TLLReporter The successful sleepwear licensee, Komar, has promoted veteran licensing executive Maya Assis to Vice President of Licensing. Assis will be responsible for leading all licensing deals for the brand. “This is very exciting,” says Assis. “Komar is always growing, they’re family run and they’re very open with how they operate the business. It’s … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
Art Licensing: The Point.1888 Signs New Deals For Jimbobart
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Art brand Jimbobart has expanded substantially since it started its brand licensing partnership with The Point.1888, and further growth is expected in 2022 with new licensing deals. Established in 2009 by illustrator James Ward, the Jimbobart brand focuses on eccentric animal illustrations with human traits. Over the past two years Jimbobart … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: The Point.1888 Signs New Deals For Jimbobart
Concept One Signs Deal For New Balance Branded Bags And Luggage
The New York-based Concept One Accessories has inked an exclusive distribution agreement with New Balance for bags and luggage in the US. Concept One is an international distributor with offices in New York, Mexico and China along with a partnership in Canada and a London-based design studio. The distribution agreement with Grown Up Licenses of Hong Kong covers New Balance … [Read more...] about Concept One Signs Deal For New Balance Branded Bags And Luggage
Apparel Licensing: Poetic Brand Races To Close Deal With Tour de France
Poetic Brands has signed a deal with the Tour de France to design a wide range of men’s and women’s apparel, based on the 119 year-old cycling race. The new collection will comprise of T-shirts, hoodies, sweats, beach wear, nightwear and underwear for men and women. Designs for the new range use the instantly recognisable contrasting yellow and black logo, along with striking … [Read more...] about Apparel Licensing: Poetic Brand Races To Close Deal With Tour de France
Celebrity Licensing: LeBron James Celebrates Cereal Day With Fruity Pebbles and Nike
NBA star LeBron James was a huge fan of Post Cereals' Fruity PEBBLES as a kid, and now he's teaming up with Nike and Post to celebrate the brand. In a three-way collaboration, the parties will mark National Cereal Day on March 7 with a collection of Nike sneakers, officially licensed from Warner Bros. Consumer Products. Warner owns the Flintstones license that is at the heart … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: LeBron James Celebrates Cereal Day With Fruity Pebbles and Nike
Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
The premium children’s clothing brand Hanna Andersson has launched an exclusive capsule collection based on the bestselling Miffy books. Inspired by the globally-recognized, classic character Miffy, and available in bright, multi-color patterns and prints, designers say the collection celebrates childhood adventures, employing iconic Hanna Andersson silhouettes and animated … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
Apparel Licensing: Netflix Hit Karma’s World Scores Fashion Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Entertainment companies 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment have announced a licensing partnership with FIT DTech for a children's fashion collection. Inspired by the animated Netflix series Karma’s World, FIT students and graduates have designed a 50-piece collection for licensing partners to incorporate across a range of … [Read more...] about Apparel Licensing: Netflix Hit Karma’s World Scores Fashion Deal
Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses
The Hershey Company and the cosmetics company Glamlite teamed up to launch a special HERSHEY’S KISSES x Glamlite collection on Valentine’s Day. "It’s a fun partnership that is combining confection and cosmetics!" said Hershey in a statement. "There are five eyeshadow palettes that are inspired by the chocolate brand’s flavors, including milk chocolate, special dark, milk … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Glamlite Celebrates Valentine’s With Kisses