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Loungefly Launches New Disney-themed Backpack Collection

Funko's lifestyle brand Loungefly announced its November Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella-inspired collections, continuing the brand’s monthly Disney Castle and Disney Villains Scenes Series. The latest November drops include signature mini backpacks (MSRP: $80), a crossbody bag (MSRP: $65) and wallets (MSRP: $40), all available on Loungefly.com. “Transforming classic … [Read more...] about Loungefly Launches New Disney-themed Backpack Collection

Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Put the ‘Face’ Into Facebook

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Facebook is getting into the smart glasses business in a big way, partnering with the premiere shades company Ray-Ban to release a line called Stories. The release of the stylish line of smart glasses is part of Facebook's plan to become even more present in people's lives than it is already. Facebook will be with you on your smart phone, on … [Read more...] about Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Put the ‘Face’ Into Facebook

Travel + Leisure Hits The Road With New Licensing Deals

The leading travel brand Travel + Leisure is building out its portfolio with two key licensing deals. The growing suite of consumer products and services developed by Travel + Leisure will soon include at-home luxury inspired by the world’s best destinations and resorts, the company says. Travel + Leisure Group has signed a licensing agreement with Sobel Westex to produce an … [Read more...] about Travel + Leisure Hits The Road With New Licensing Deals

Smiley Celebrates 50 Years With Concept One Collaboration

Believe it or not, it's been 50 years since the Smiley Face entered our lives, and the brand is celebrating with a recently signed partnership with children’s and adult fashion specialist  Concept One Accessories. Arriving just in time for Smiley's 50th birthday, the Concept One collection will span headwear, cold weather accessories, wallets, handbags, and more. The … [Read more...] about Smiley Celebrates 50 Years With Concept One Collaboration

Minions Party Down With Line Friends In New Collaboration

LINE FRIENDS has collaborated with Illumination and Universal Brand Development to unveil a collection featuring Minions and Brown & Friends, inspired by one of the most successful animated franchises of all time.  Launched as part of the collaboration between these two powerhouse brands, the collection consists of essential fashion and tech accessories ranging from … [Read more...] about Minions Party Down With Line Friends In New Collaboration

ZAG Partners On Miraculous-Branded Kids’ Watches

The Animation Studio Signs Global Deal With Swatch Subsidiary Flik Flak ZAG has been on a global licensing tear with its global hit Miraculous, and now the popular toon will grace kids' watches around the world in a deal with Swatch subsidiary Flik Flak. ZAG says it has signed an exclusive global license (excluding China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) with Flik Flak for a … [Read more...] about ZAG Partners On Miraculous-Branded Kids’ Watches

Invisibobble Teams With Crayola For Hair Accessories

The hair accessories brand invisibobble will be bringing a lot of Crayola color to its lineup, thanks to a new agreement between the companies. Invisibobble says the unique product design, material and technology that makes up the invisibobble DNA is now being paired with Crayola’s nostalgic and colorful feel in the new limited edition launch.  Inspired by the crayon design … [Read more...] about Invisibobble Teams With Crayola For Hair Accessories

Iscream Launches Licensed Care Bear Collection

The lifestyle brand Iscream is launching a new line of Care Bears products and accessories, under an agreement signed with licensor Cloudco Entertainment. Iscream says it will be launching a full-scale Care Bears line of accessories by fall 2021. The full line of products will feature bright, cheerful and fun prints, and every fan’s favorite Care Bears characters on items both … [Read more...] about Iscream Launches Licensed Care Bear Collection

Licensing Deals: Simon’s Cat Expands Global Pawprint

Licensing agent appointed in Japan and new product ranges across Europe, Australia, North America and Asia Banijay Brands announced this week a litter of new licensing deals for its digital content sensation, Simon’s Cat, and says Japanese agency ZenWorks has been appointed to represent the brand’s interests in that cat-crazy country, home of the cat cafe. The licensing … [Read more...] about Licensing Deals: Simon’s Cat Expands Global Pawprint