By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hurley has signed an agreement with drummer and music producer Travis Barker for a licensed capsule collection and brand ambassador partnership. Travis Barker is an American musician and producer who has sold millions of records as both a solo artist and with punk rock bands like +44, Blink-182 and Transplants. Throughout his career, Barker … [Read more...] about Hurley and Travis Barker Drum Up New Fashion Partnership
Celebrity Licensing
Focus on Expo: ARC Collective a Powerhouse Talent and Licensing Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief I had the opportunity in April to speak with the founder of one of the most interesting and inspiring entertainment licensing companies I’ve encountered yet. ARC Collective is a talent management company that also creates content, and focuses on the representation of ‘cultural changemakers’ who might not otherwise find top quality … [Read more...] about Focus on Expo: ARC Collective a Powerhouse Talent and Licensing Agency
Ryan Reynolds Cracks Breakfast Code with Egg-cellent Tim Hortons Collaboration
Scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, and a side of Vancouver air: Tim Hortons teams up with Canada's favorite wisecracking export. By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Tim Hortons has teamed up with proud Canadian Ryan Reynolds to launch a new breakfast item that’s as bold as a Deadpool monologue and just as satisfying. Ryan’s Scrambled Eggs breakfast box is now a real thing, and is … [Read more...] about Ryan Reynolds Cracks Breakfast Code with Egg-cellent Tim Hortons Collaboration
Flavortown Cooks Up Kitchen Appliances with Mon Chateau
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Guy Fieri’s Flavortown brand has partnered with Mon Chateau to launch a line of small kitchen appliances for Mother’s Day. The licensed kitchen collection will add several high-performance tools to Fieri's existing line of Flavortown Cookware products. Developed and distributed by Mon Chateau, the new releases include an Immersion … [Read more...] about Flavortown Cooks Up Kitchen Appliances with Mon Chateau
Hilary Duff Brings Below 60 Fragrances to QVC
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter QVC has partnered with Hilary Duff and the Below 60 brand to debut an exclusive fragrance diffuser kit through its retail platforms. For the partnership, QVC is featuring an exclusive branded offer that includes two of Below 60's plug-in diffuser starter kits. Each starter kit features a plug-in diffuser, two of Below 60's signature scented … [Read more...] about Hilary Duff Brings Below 60 Fragrances to QVC
Elton John and Slatkin + Co. Bring Spring-Themed Candles to QVC
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Elton John has launched a second licensed home fragrance collection for his ongoing partnership with Slatkin + Co and QVC. "My love for candles has always been rooted in their ability to transform a space and evoke emotion," said Elton John. "Working with Slatkin + Co, and my good friend Harry Slatkin, has been a true joy, and I'm thrilled … [Read more...] about Elton John and Slatkin + Co. Bring Spring-Themed Candles to QVC
Global Merchandising Services Expands Ozzy Osbourne Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Merchandising Services has signed a roster of new licensing partners for Ozzy Osbourne ahead of the rockstar's farewell concert. The expanded licensing program will support the lead-up to the upcoming all-day music show, Back to the Beginning, which will take place on July 5 in Birmingham, UK. Osbourne's farewell concert will … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Services Expands Ozzy Osbourne Licensing Program
Arcos Teams Up with José Andrés for Kitchen Knife Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Arcos cutlery brand has partnered with chef José Andrés to introduce a co-branded knife set called the José Andrés by Arcos collection. The collaborative collection includes five professional-grade kitchen knives that can be used by both culinary experts and at-home cooks. Each knife is precision-forged from Arcos' exclusive NITRUM … [Read more...] about Arcos Teams Up with José Andrés for Kitchen Knife Collection
Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is introducing a new licensed Ken doll to its Barbie brand that features the likeness of basketball player, activist and philanthropist LeBron James. Developed in partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF), the licensed collectible marks the first Ken doll to feature the likeness of a professional athlete. "Ken is … [Read more...] about Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
Skechers Football Releases Player Edition Boots with Harry Kane
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Skechers has partered with professional football player Harry Kane for the brand's first licensed Player Edition boot. “Harry Kane was the first elite player to wear Skechers Football boots and helped launch our football business, so it was always clear that our first Player Edition design would feature his signature,” said Skechers … [Read more...] about Skechers Football Releases Player Edition Boots with Harry Kane