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Poetic Brands Launching Apparel Line Based on Felix the Cat

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Poetic Brands has partnered with Crooked Tongues and Universal Pictures to launch an exclusive apparel collection based on Felix the Cat. Felix the Cat is an animated character that was originally created in 1919 by Pat Sullivan and Otto Messmer. In fact, Felix the Cat is widely considered the oldest animated character in the world, … [Read more...] about Poetic Brands Launching Apparel Line Based on Felix the Cat

ZAG Goes to the Dogs With Miraculous Toy Collection

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has signed a licensing agreement with Zippy Paws to develop a dog toy collection based on the Miraculous franchise. “So many families have pets who are, quite simply, part of the family, and as Miraculous has broad appeal to families, our move into pet licensing is a natural extension for the brand,” said ZAG CEO, Jeremy Zag. … [Read more...] about ZAG Goes to the Dogs With Miraculous Toy Collection

Dumbgood Releases Scream-Inspired Apparel Line to Die For

The lifestyle brand Dumbgood has released new licensed apparel based on the Scream horror franchise. The collections' release was timed to coincide with the franchise’s latest feature film, Scream VI. The licensed apparel collection includes a bucket hat, hoodie, cropped long sleeve, lounge shorts, sweatpants, and an adjustable mini messenger bag. The designs for the … [Read more...] about Dumbgood Releases Scream-Inspired Apparel Line to Die For

NFT Licensing: Aeropostale Gets Virtual in Partnership With Metaverse Plus

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The fashion retailer Aéropostale has engaged developer MetaversePlus to bring its brand into the metaverse. Aéropostale's parent company Authentic Brands Group signed the partnership with MetaversePlus to design, develop and expand the brand's presence in Web3 through NFTs, world building, as well as offering members only perks and … [Read more...] about NFT Licensing: Aeropostale Gets Virtual in Partnership With Metaverse Plus

Film Licensing: Hard Rock Lets Fan ‘Live Like John Wick’ in Lionsgate Collab

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Guests at Hard Rock properties will get a glimpse into John Wick's lavish underworld through a partnership with Lionsgate studio. Hard Rock International announced the promotional partnership with Lionsgate, the studio behind the shoot 'em up thriller franchise John Wick, to celebrate the fourth installment in the series: John Wick: … [Read more...] about Film Licensing: Hard Rock Lets Fan ‘Live Like John Wick’ in Lionsgate Collab

Wildbrain’s Teletubbies Hitting the Runway in Christian Cowan Designs

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has teamed up with designer Christian Cowan for a licensed Teletubbies fashion collaboration. The Teletubbies brand is owned by the global family entertainment company, WildBrain. The deal with Christian Cowan was brokered by WildBrain's licensing division and Cowan's licensing agent H&S. The limited-edition collection … [Read more...] about Wildbrain’s Teletubbies Hitting the Runway in Christian Cowan Designs

Metaverse Licensing: Charles & Keith Creates Virtual Fashion House in The Sandbox

Metaverse Installation To Include Concerts by Virtual K-Pop Artist Apoki By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Fashion houses continue to blur the lines between reality and virtuality, as the Singapore fashion brand Charles & Keith is launching a virtual fashion house in the metaverse world The Sandbox. Called the CHARLESKEITHHAUS, the virtual fashion house is … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: Charles & Keith Creates Virtual Fashion House in The Sandbox

NFT Licensing: Advisory Bored Signs On New Sub-Agents

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Advisory Bored's exclusive global agent Blonde Sheep has signed several new sub-agents in Germany and the MENA region for licensing of NFT imagery. Blonde Sheep Licensing is an international licensing consultancy and agency that works with brands and manufacturers to increase their revenue through strategic partnerships. The new … [Read more...] about NFT Licensing: Advisory Bored Signs On New Sub-Agents

Merlin and Hasbro to Open a Second Peppa Pig Theme Park

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Merlin Entertainments is opening a second licensed Peppa Pig attraction in the U.S. as part of their ongoing licensing agreement with Hasbro. Merlin Entertainments is a global location-based, family entertainment company. The company currently operates more than 140 attractions, 23 hotels and six holiday villages across four … [Read more...] about Merlin and Hasbro to Open a Second Peppa Pig Theme Park