The world's most famous golf course, St. Andrews Links, has signed up with The Point.1888 as its brand extension partners. The news comes just weeks after the brand licensing specialist added Williams Racing to its growing roster of sports brands. Hannah Stevens, Head of Retail and Sports continues to grow this important division within the business, which also counts Team GB … [Read more...] about St. Andrews Links Tees Off With The Point.1888
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The Raccoons Classic Series Looking For Licensees Through The Point.1888
The classic 1985 animated TV series The Raccoons is back, and is working with The Point.1888 to seek new licensing opportunities. The series follows the life of three raccoons named Bert, Melissa and Ralph, along with their friend Cedric the Aardvark and his father Cyril, whose constant pursuit of fame and fortune cause endless conflicts in their forest community. “The … [Read more...] about The Raccoons Classic Series Looking For Licensees Through The Point.1888
Gucci and Crunchyroll Collaborate on Bananya Collection
In collaboration with Crunchyroll, the global anime streaming brand, Gucci is launching a selection of special items featuring characters from Bananya, an original Japanese anime series about the lives of tiny playful cats who live in bananas. “Anime is a pop culture mainstay and our new collection with Gucci celebrating the eternally adorable Bananya is just another example of … [Read more...] about Gucci and Crunchyroll Collaborate on Bananya Collection
Travel + Leisure Group Launches Brand Licensing Business
The iconic Travel + Leisure magazine—a must read for travel junkies everywhere—is launching a new brand licensing business creating premium consumer products that leverage the globally known brand. The new venture will be operated by the Travel + Leisure Group, a newly established business line under Travel + Leisure Co., formerly known as Wyndham Destinations. “Travel + … [Read more...] about Travel + Leisure Group Launches Brand Licensing Business
King Features Launches Cuphead Licensing Blitz
Six-Time Platinum Video Game Grows Its International Presence With New Products Including Apparel, Accessories, Novelties, Publishing and More King Features Syndicate this week announced a robust international expansion, including new agents and licensing deals for the global gaming sensation Cuphead. Ahead of the 2021 debut of The Cuphead Show! with Netflix Animation, the … [Read more...] about King Features Launches Cuphead Licensing Blitz
Artist Maureen Claffy Signs With 2020Brands
2020Brands announced this week it will be representing popular Chicago-born artist Maureen Claffy, who produces large scale, mixed-media modern art that speaks to the soul. “Her work pairs reverence for what spiritually connects us—family, love—with a commitment to rich color and vivid form,” said Kristin Edstrom of 2020 Brands. “Blending watercolor, fluid acrylic, colored … [Read more...] about Artist Maureen Claffy Signs With 2020Brands
Care Bears Get Busy With Licensing Deals
The venerable Care Bears and brand owner Cloudco Entertainment have dived deep into the licensing pool and come up with a wide slate of deals in the apparel sector. Cloudco says it has signed a number of new partnership agreements in the apparel category. They include Bentex for kids apparel and swimwear; Centric for kids and adult sleepwear and hosiery; Freeze for adult … [Read more...] about Care Bears Get Busy With Licensing Deals
Nike Repeats As Top Apparel Brand In Tough Year
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief US shoemaker Nike has done it again, claiming the title of the world's most valuable apparel brand for the seventh year in a row, but the bad news is that virtually all apparel brands faced a major decline in sales and revenue. That's according to the annual Brand Finance Apparel 50 report for 2021, which looks at the industry over the past … [Read more...] about Nike Repeats As Top Apparel Brand In Tough Year
ZAG’s Miraculous Signs With Disney and New Product Partners
The hit series Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir has been signed on for seasons four and five, and high ratings are now driving several new licensing deals. Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, says the company has signed several "top tier" partners over the past month for a wide range of consumer products and services. Newly signed consumer … [Read more...] about ZAG’s Miraculous Signs With Disney and New Product Partners
New Brands From ‘Jeweler To The Stars’ Martin Katz
Even if you don't know the name Martin Katz, it's almost certain you've seen his work, as the designer has for more than 25 years bejeweled A-List celebrities on the Hollywood red carpet, including Sharon Stone, Angelina Jolie, Sandra Bullock, Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Gigi Hadid and Nicole Kidman. The famous jeweler and philanthropist Martin Katz has redefined luxury … [Read more...] about New Brands From ‘Jeweler To The Stars’ Martin Katz