By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The chilled out, island lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama has partnered with K9Wear on an innovative collection of premium pet harnesses and apparel. K9Wear says its created the first interchangeable apparel harnesses for dogs that offer quality, comfort, and Tommy Bahamas' signature style. “We’re thrilled to be working with a brand as iconic … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Tommy Bahama Going to the Dogs in K9 Licensing Deal
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Transport for London Partners With Footwear Designer Kurt Geiger
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kurt Geiger London has joined forces with Transport for London to launch a new collaborative collection of bags and accessories. “As two brands both born in London, it is great to see Kurt Geiger use our iconic assets in such a creative way," said Ellen Sankey, TfL’s Brand Licensing Manager. "We both share a dedication to high quality design … [Read more...] about Transport for London Partners With Footwear Designer Kurt Geiger
BeHippy Spreads Peace, Love and Licensing in Deal With L2 Brands
BeHippy, the brand that started by selling products out of a VW microbus, is now going national in a deal with L2 Brands for apparel and accessories. L2 Brands owns League Legacy, which is a national leader in the college and resort markets across the US. The company has now entered into a license agreement for apparel and accessories, including popular “name-drop” customized … [Read more...] about BeHippy Spreads Peace, Love and Licensing in Deal With L2 Brands
Artist Jonathan Koon Teams Up With Metaverse Creator Highstreet
The retail-focused metaverse platform Highstreet has partnered with artist and fashion entrepreneur Jonathan Koon to launch the Mostly Heard Rarely Seen 8-Bit NFT drop. The partners want to turn retail shopping into a metaverse onboarding experience, offering a blend of physical and digital clothing, often known as phygital products. Koon is an American designer who became a … [Read more...] about Artist Jonathan Koon Teams Up With Metaverse Creator Highstreet
Metaverse Licensing: Tiffany & Co. Unveils Innovative NFT Program
Tiffany & Co. is selling non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that let CryptoPunk holders turn their NFT into a custom pendant. The 250 tokens are part of a limited edition campaign, the company announced on Sunday. The campaign was inspired by the company's vice president Alexandre Arnault, who owns CryptoPunk #3167. Arnault turned his NFT into a pendant which he teased on social … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: Tiffany & Co. Unveils Innovative NFT Program
Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you want to know how investors feel about NFTs right now, just follow the sound of the screaming. That should lead you to the hilariously apt Bear Market Screaming Therapy Group on Twitter and the communication app Telegram, where holders of Goblintown Ethereum NFTs (as= in the photo above) have gathered to post groans, howls, sobbing, … [Read more...] about Feature Report: Is There a Future for NFTs After Market Meltdown?
Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The racing and automotive brand Motul has launched a new luxury watch, in partnership with car-crazy watchmaker Depancel. Motul and Depancel are both companies that are connected to ... and some would say obsessed with ... the world of car brands and auto racing. To mark their signature interest, the two companies have now released a new … [Read more...] about Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
Funko Turns Up the Heat With Summer Loungefly Showcase
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Loungefly, a lifestyle brand from Funko, has announced a new brand experience called Summer of Loungefly, to showcase the latest summer collections. Hosted at Goya Studios, the event will allow fashion and pop culture enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the Loungefly brand and its high-end apparel line, Stitch Shoppe. The event will feature … [Read more...] about Funko Turns Up the Heat With Summer Loungefly Showcase
Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
The UK's popular Horrid Henry cartoon is loaning its brand to social organization Madlug to help "care experienced children." That phrase in the UK refers to children in care, which may be under a Compulsory Supervision Order at home, or in a foster home situation. Brand owner Novel Entertainment says it's teaming up with Madlug "to support the company’s mission to raise … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week
Discovery Channel is diving deep into the world of consumer products this week with the unveiling of its CP program for Shark Week 2022. Now in its 34th year, Shark Week has become a massively popular event, and this year Discovery will be airing 25 adrenaline pumping hours of original, shark-themed content. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, one of the world's top film stars and … [Read more...] about TV Licensing: Discovery Launches CP Program for Shark Week