By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The trailblazing street fashion brand Cross Colours has signed Licensing Haus as its exclusive licensing agent. Cross Colours is a clothing brand launched in 1989 by Carl Jones, based on the idea of producing "clothes without prejudices." Cross Colours notably helped establish a fashion market based around black youth, and the clothing was … [Read more...] about Cross Colours Names Licensing Haus as Exclusive Agency
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Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Animation studio Toonz Media Group has engaged in an intriguing partnership with Driver Studios, that could change the way content creators engage with the audience. According to a statement from the two companies, the tech partnership could even shape how story lines develop, starting with a new 3D animated series called The … [Read more...] about Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
Licensing Roundup: LeMans Fast Fashion, The Ultimate Drinking Game and More
Le Mans Revs Up Its Fashion With Anti Social Social Club Top racing brand Le Mans is adding some horsepower to its licensing, collaborating on a new fashion collection with Anti Social Social Club. ASSC is dropping its first co-branded collection with Le Mans, coinciding with the annual running of the legendary endurance automotive race in France. In a deal brokered by … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: LeMans Fast Fashion, The Ultimate Drinking Game and More
Vigoss x Pan Oceanic Eyewear Looks Sharp, and Sees Sharp
Vigoss Announces Strategic Licensing Partnership with Pan Oceanic for Eyewear Collection By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The denim fashion brand Vigoss has signed a strategic licensing agreement with Pan Oceanic for branded eyewear. The multi-year agreement includes both optical eyewear and sunglasses, aiming to bring a new dimension to the Vigoss brand, the … [Read more...] about Vigoss x Pan Oceanic Eyewear Looks Sharp, and Sees Sharp
Authentic Brands Agrees to Acquire Champion for $1.2 Billion
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Authentic Brands Group has signed a binding agreement to acquire the sportswear brand Champion Athleticwear. The deal will see ABG expanding its brand empire by purchasing Champion from HanesBrands. The move is a continuation of Authentic Brand's inexorable expansion of its sports, lifestyle, fashion, and entertainment … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Agrees to Acquire Champion for $1.2 Billion
Tesco Unveils Online Shop to Compete With Amazon in the UK
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The British supermarket giant Tesco is taking on Amazon, opening an online marketplace to sell a wide variety of products. While Tesco is primarily a grocer, the online shop will be selling things you wouldn't normally see in the grocery aisles, from furniture to toys, appliances to clothing. The Tesco shop has already put up roughly … [Read more...] about Tesco Unveils Online Shop to Compete With Amazon in the UK
Millimages Signs Pair of Licensing and Distribution Deals
TLL Staff The animation house Millimages has signed a fashion deal for its Molang brand, and added a distribution partner for six of its preschool series. The licensing agreement is with Fashion UK, which secured an exclusive, multi-year partnership with Millimages for Molang. The agreement will see Fashion UK creating a new line of children's and adult apparel in the UK and … [Read more...] about Millimages Signs Pair of Licensing and Distribution Deals
Red Cross Clicks With Tetris For Promotion of Blood Donations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The American Red Cross has been attracting thousands of new blood donors through a partnership with the mobile gaming brand Tetris. The partners are making blood donations fun, while celebrating the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking game. Starting May 20 and ending June 9, blood donors can receive an exclusive Tetris x Red Cross … [Read more...] about Red Cross Clicks With Tetris For Promotion of Blood Donations
Who’s News: Melissa Bell Appointed EVP of Global Marketing for Warner Games
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Warner Bros. Games has just appointed former top 2K executive Melissa Bell as its EVP of Global Marketing. Prior to joining Warner Bros. Games, Melissa served as the Chief Marketing Officer of 2K, one of the world's top video game studios, where she led marketing efforts for many successful gaming brands. Bell has also held leadership … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Melissa Bell Appointed EVP of Global Marketing for Warner Games
Dan Dee Secures Master License Agreement With SMOKO
TLL Staff Plush toy specialist Dan Dee International has just signed a global licensing agreement with the quirky lifestyle brand Smoko. "This partnership marks a momentous step for both companies as they join forces to bring Smoko's imaginative creations to life in the form of plush, collectible toys, seasonal and gift items and home décor for department stores, mid-tier … [Read more...] about Dan Dee Secures Master License Agreement With SMOKO