By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Just a week away from this month’s Licensing Expo 2022, renowned animation studio Toei Animation Inc. has released the first-ever licensing report for its One Piece franchise. This report provides an annual wrap-up of licensing gains for the studio's hit anime franchise, One Piece. It also details new license agreements, license renewals, and … [Read more...] about Anime Hit One Piece Marks 1,000 Episodes With New Licensing Deals
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Fashion Licensing: Laura Ashley Engages IMG for Multi-Territory Expansion
IMG is set to expand the British heritage brand Laura Ashley's consumer products line in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, China, India and the Middle East. “For almost 70 years, Laura Ashley’s iconic, quality-led designs, prints and patterns have continued to inspire the most coveted styles and fashion trends around the world," said Tim Smith, Vice President at IMG. "We are … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Laura Ashley Engages IMG for Multi-Territory Expansion
Transport for London Steps Into Deal With London Sock Exchange
We guess you can just call them "tube socks." Transport for London, known for its iconic red double decker buses and the London Underground—aka the Tube—has signed on for a new licensed socks collection from The London Sock Exchange. In a deal put together by TBSA, the TfA's exclusive global licensing agency, The London Sock Exchange will be releasing a line of socks to … [Read more...] about Transport for London Steps Into Deal With London Sock Exchange
Smiley Celebrates 50 Years With Pop-up Experience
In celebration of the brand's 50th anniversary, Smiley has launched an in-store experience with Urban Outfitters in Europe. Smiley says Urban Outfitters launched a Europe wide in-store experience beginning on April 4, as part of their collaboration with Smiley, which has been celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2022. The licensed partnership is part of an ambitious … [Read more...] about Smiley Celebrates 50 Years With Pop-up Experience
Sports Licensing: Fanatics Gets In The Ring With WWE
Sports collectible giant Fanatics has entered into a long-term, multi-channel licensing deal with WWE. The deal will provide the world's premier wrestling federation with a wide variety of opportunities across all of Fanatics' platforms. WWE entered into the deal to create more opportunities for its fans to express their passion for the WWE and its colorful cast of wrestling … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Fanatics Gets In The Ring With WWE
Popeye Stylin’ In Licensed Intimissimi Uomo Apparel Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Intimissimi Uomo has created a complete Spring/Summer 2022 collection inspired by King Features’ iconic characters Popeye the Sailor Man and Olive Oyl. The licensed collection features a range of apparel including underwear, cropped pajamas, t-shirts, matching socks and swimwear. The designs incorporate Popeye’s trademark nautical style with … [Read more...] about Popeye Stylin’ In Licensed Intimissimi Uomo Apparel Collection
Concept One Signs Deal For New Balance Branded Bags And Luggage
The New York-based Concept One Accessories has inked an exclusive distribution agreement with New Balance for bags and luggage in the US. Concept One is an international distributor with offices in New York, Mexico and China along with a partnership in Canada and a London-based design studio. The distribution agreement with Grown Up Licenses of Hong Kong covers New Balance … [Read more...] about Concept One Signs Deal For New Balance Branded Bags And Luggage
Literary Licensing: Seven New Licensees For Percy The Park Keeper
Brand licensing specialist The Point.1888 has secured seven new licensees for heritage publishing brand Percy The Park Keeper. Created by Nick Butterworth, the popular British publishing property has expanded its licensing program due to the continued popularity of the brand among families. Nick worked for various major graphic design companies before becoming a full-time … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Seven New Licensees For Percy The Park Keeper
Care Bears Celebrate Birthday With Wave Of Licensing Deals
Cloudco Entertainment, owner of the heritage brand Care Bears, has announced a wave of new licensing deals for the brand's 40th anniversary. New consumer product licensing deals will start launching at the start of 2022 and throughout the year. Collaborations will span across multiple categories including fashion, accessories, homeware, cosmetics, games, crafts, seasonal, … [Read more...] about Care Bears Celebrate Birthday With Wave Of Licensing Deals
TV Series Licensing: ZAG Signs ‘Miraculous’ Deal With PMI For Consumer Products
Animation studio ZAG has signed a global licensing agreement with PMI for a line of consumer products for the television series Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. The deal for Miraculous-branded consumer products will see new merchandise debut at retail in Summer 2022. Performance Media Industries (PMI) has a business strategy based on cementing licensing agreements … [Read more...] about TV Series Licensing: ZAG Signs ‘Miraculous’ Deal With PMI For Consumer Products