By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Have fun when you're camping, but keep it clean. That's the message from a newly licensed partnership between Johnson Outdoors and the National Wildlife Federation. To inspire Americans to "camp green and come clean for Earth," the National Wildlife Federation is partnering with Johnson Outdoors to launch this year’s Great American … [Read more...] about Sustainable Licensing: Johnson Outdoors Goes Camping With National Wildlife Federation
Sporting Goods
Fashion Licensing: Long Awaited Adidas x Gucci Line Dropped Tuesday
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Unlikely partners Gucci and Adidas dropped their long anticipated fashion collection Tuesday, after a nine-month wait. The collection was originally born on the Exquisite Gucci runway in Milan, as designer Alessandro Michele mixed his love of Adidas Gazelle sneakers with the haute couture of Gucci. It turns out Michele has been a longtime … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Long Awaited Adidas x Gucci Line Dropped Tuesday
Igloo and Jeep Partner on Super Cool Outdoor Adventures
Jeep is partnering with one of the coolest outdoor brands, releasing the first-ever Jeep Playmate coolers from Igloo for 4x4 enthusiasts. The new coolers feature original artwork geared toward Jeep brand enthusiasts who want to keep their refreshments ice-cold throughout every journey. “The Jeep brand embodies the spirit of adventure while Igloo further enhances the good times … [Read more...] about Igloo and Jeep Partner on Super Cool Outdoor Adventures
Dr. Scholl’s Steps Into Tech Licensing Deal With Lifeworks
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brandgenuity has secured a licensing partnership between the footcare brand Dr. Scholl’s and the fitness company Lifeworks Technology Group. The licensing partnership between the two brands will be focused on developing a new line of compression, support, digital massage, digital therapy, and rest and recovery products featuring the Dr. … [Read more...] about Dr. Scholl’s Steps Into Tech Licensing Deal With Lifeworks
Sporting Goods: HEAD Gets Its Feet Wet With Paddleboard Deal
The global sporting goods company HEAD is launching Stand Up Paddleboards with licensee co:sports. The German company is well known as an innovator in the SUP market, with a sterling reputation for quality, safety and durability. "Since HEAD stands for performance and innovation, among other things, we are very happy to have won a selected expert in the field of SUP with the … [Read more...] about Sporting Goods: HEAD Gets Its Feet Wet With Paddleboard Deal
Character Licensing: Popeye Goes Sailing, Plays Golf, With Two New Licensing Deals
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief King Features has signed up two deals that will see Popeye the Sailor Man adopted for a sailing club and golf gear. In the first of those two licensing agreements, King Features has licensed Popeye the Sailor Man for Pick a Pier, an online platform that connects boaters and marinas. Pick a Pier says the license was signed to launch its Popeye … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Popeye Goes Sailing, Plays Golf, With Two New Licensing Deals
Celebrity Licensing: UFC Tag Teams With Under Armour and The Rock
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter UFC has announced a new licensing deal that names the performance brand Project Rock as their official footwear partner. Project Rock was created by former UFC athlete, entrepreneur, and actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in collaboration with athletic-apparel company, Under Armour Inc. It features footwear, apparel, and accessories that have … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: UFC Tag Teams With Under Armour and The Rock
Celebrity Licensing: Stephen Curry and Under Armour Drop Sesame Street Collection
The partnership between Under Armour and NBA star Stephen Curry announced in December last year is now bearing fruit, as the partners announced a new collaboration with Sesame Street. The Curry Brand, powered by Under Armour, is launching a seven-part footwear collection that brings the spirit of Sesame Street’s Muppets to the basketball court. Curry, a father to three kids … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Stephen Curry and Under Armour Drop Sesame Street Collection
Harry Potter Can Go Quidditch Cruising, No Broomsticks Required
Following the success of the first-ever Harry Potter-inspired cruiser bike in 2020, Dynacraft is partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products introduce a new Harry Potter Quidditch themed bike in time for holiday season 2021. Dynacraft’s new Quidditch themed bike features custom Harry Potter graphics and a prominently displayed, colorful Quidditch logo in front that is … [Read more...] about Harry Potter Can Go Quidditch Cruising, No Broomsticks Required
Helinox and Finisterre Produce Sustainable Camp Chair
Two outdoorsy brands have come together to create a new, sustainable line of collapsible camp furniture. Partners Finisterre and Helinox say they wanted to create a line of products for people who both love being out in nature, and want to protect the environment. Finisterre is a pioneering, sustainable outdoor apparel brand born from a love of cold water surfing, and Helinox … [Read more...] about Helinox and Finisterre Produce Sustainable Camp Chair