By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Reports out of the UK say high-end perfume brands are fighting a pitched battle against cheap 'dupe' scents. Social media influencers have apparently convinced millions of consumers that 'a rose by any other name would smell as sweet,' and encouraging them to buy cheap counterfeit perfumes. The social media craze is now thought to … [Read more...] about IP Lawyers Raise Concerns Over Epidemic of ‘Dupe’ Perfumes
Health and Beauty Products
Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
NYX Professional Makeup Launches 'A Minecraft Movie' Collection NYX Professional Makeup has introduced a new limited-edition makeup collection inspired by A Minecraft Movie, the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game. The beauty brand, known for its collaborations with pop culture franchises, has partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures to bring the pixelated … [Read more...] about Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Hard Candy and Girl Scouts Create Cookie-Inspired Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hard Candy has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA to launch a limited-edition Girl Scout Cookies beauty collection. The licensed collection includes 20 affordably-priced, cruelty-free products that feature scents, colors and shapes inspired by Thin Mints, Coconut Caramel and Trefoil cookies. "With this collection, we've baked up the … [Read more...] about Hard Candy and Girl Scouts Create Cookie-Inspired Cosmetics
Luxe Launches First Fragrance for Khloé Kardashian
TLL Staff Khloé Kardashian has entered the fragrance industry with the launch of her first signature scent, XO Khloé. The new fragrance was created in collaboration with Luxe Brands. It debuted in late November at Harrods in the UK and will launch in the U.S. on December 1, exclusively at Ulta Beauty. Described as a deeply personal project, XO Khloé was … [Read more...] about Luxe Launches First Fragrance for Khloé Kardashian
Who’s News: Estée Lauder CEO Fabrizio Freda To Retire
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Estée Lauder president and CEO Fabrizio Freda has informed the company's board of directors that he will retire at the end of 2025. “Leading The Estée Lauder Companies for sixteen years, is and has been, a true honor and privilege," Freda said. "I am so proud of our company’s incredible accomplishments, and to have built the most … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Estée Lauder CEO Fabrizio Freda To Retire
Esquire and Michael Mulal Create Literary Fragrance Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Esquire media brand has launched a licensing partnership with Michael Malul for a line of masculine fragrances based on American literature. "Collaborating with Esquire on this line of fragrances has been rewarding from start to finish," said Michael Malul CEO, Hanan Malul. "We had the pleasure of diving into Esquire's incredible history, … [Read more...] about Esquire and Michael Mulal Create Literary Fragrance Collection
Art of Drag Enters Licensing Collaboration With Vampyre Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Art of Drag has entered a licensing partnership with Vampyre Cosmetics for the launch of a themed makeup collection. Vampyre Cosmetics is a women-owned, disabled-owned and LGBTQ-owned business whose high-quality cosmetic products are vegan, cruelty-free and talc-free. “We are thrilled to be bringing our skill and love of brilliant, … [Read more...] about Art of Drag Enters Licensing Collaboration With Vampyre Cosmetics
Brand Liaison Hired by 4-Year-Old CEO to Rep Wynnie Bynnie
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief No, that's not a typo in the headline. The Brand Liaison licensing agency as just hired by 4-year-old CEO Wynnie Chapman and her 'mom-preneur' Hailee to represent their hair care brand Wynnie Bynnie. The Brand Liaison is one of America's top licensing agencies, representing both licensors and licensees in the categories of Fashion, … [Read more...] about Brand Liaison Hired by 4-Year-Old CEO to Rep Wynnie Bynnie
Cirque du Soleil Swings Into Perfumery with First Licensed Fragrance
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has partnered with Flower Shop Perfumes to launch its first officially licensed fragrance, called L'eau de Parfum. The licensed Cirque de Soleil fragrance was crafted by Flower Shop Perfumes in partnership with DSM-Firmenich and professional perfumer, Alexis Grugeon. Grugeon has previously contributed to … [Read more...] about Cirque du Soleil Swings Into Perfumery with First Licensed Fragrance
Youth Fashion Brand Claire’s Engages IMG for Licensing Representation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global fashion brand, Claire's Holdings, has appointed IMG as its exclusive worldwide licensing representative. Claire's Holdings is a global fashion brand and retail company that focuses on offering a convenient and affordable shopping experience that is geared towards children, teenagers and youth. The company currently operates … [Read more...] about Youth Fashion Brand Claire’s Engages IMG for Licensing Representation