By Allison Watkinson TLLReporter The successful sleepwear licensee, Komar, has promoted veteran licensing executive Maya Assis to Vice President of Licensing. Assis will be responsible for leading all licensing deals for the brand. “This is very exciting,” says Assis. “Komar is always growing, they’re family run and they’re very open with how they operate the business. It’s … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
Apparel
Apparel Licensing: Poetic Brand Races To Close Deal With Tour de France
Poetic Brands has signed a deal with the Tour de France to design a wide range of men’s and women’s apparel, based on the 119 year-old cycling race. The new collection will comprise of T-shirts, hoodies, sweats, beach wear, nightwear and underwear for men and women. Designs for the new range use the instantly recognisable contrasting yellow and black logo, along with striking … [Read more...] about Apparel Licensing: Poetic Brand Races To Close Deal With Tour de France
Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
The premium children’s clothing brand Hanna Andersson has launched an exclusive capsule collection based on the bestselling Miffy books. Inspired by the globally-recognized, classic character Miffy, and available in bright, multi-color patterns and prints, designers say the collection celebrates childhood adventures, employing iconic Hanna Andersson silhouettes and animated … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
Apparel Licensing: Netflix Hit Karma’s World Scores Fashion Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Entertainment companies 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment have announced a licensing partnership with FIT DTech for a children's fashion collection. Inspired by the animated Netflix series Karma’s World, FIT students and graduates have designed a 50-piece collection for licensing partners to incorporate across a range of … [Read more...] about Apparel Licensing: Netflix Hit Karma’s World Scores Fashion Deal
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
Comics Licensing: Iceberg’s Popeye-Themed Fashion Says ‘I Yam What I Yam’
The Iceberg Fall/Winter 2022 men’s collection is set to feature items inspired by the enduring comic character Popeye the Sailorman. The collection captures the lifestyle of explorers and survivalists, featuring Popeye-inspired, nautical-themed designs throughout the line. It will include a wide range of products including jackets, tops, and pants. “Popeye, Olive Oyl and … [Read more...] about Comics Licensing: Iceberg’s Popeye-Themed Fashion Says ‘I Yam What I Yam’
Comics Licensing: WildBrain Bringing Peanuts To The India Market
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG is expanding its multi‐territory representation deal with Peanuts Worldwide to include the massive Indian market. The company plans to release a local cross‐category consumer products programme that targets apparel, gifting, homewares, stationery, pet accessories and promotions for all demographics. WildBrain CPLG is a global … [Read more...] about Comics Licensing: WildBrain Bringing Peanuts To The India Market
Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
WildBrain CPLG has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for Sauber Motorsport AG. Under the terms of the licensing deal, WildBrain CPLG will handle all Sauber brands. This will include Sauber Motorsports, which owns and operates the Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN. It also includes Sauber Technologies and Sauber Esports. The initial … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Races To Expand Lifestyle Portfolio With Sauber Motorsports
OshKosh First Ever Apparel Sponsor of TIME/Nickelodeon Kid of the Year
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Carter’s, Inc.'s OshKosh B’gosh brand is now the first-ever childrens' apparel sponsor of TIME for Kids and Nickelodeon’s Kid of the Year. Carter’s is the largest branded marketer in North America of apparel exclusively for babies and young children. The company owns the Carter’s and OshKosh B’gosh brands, two of the most recognized brands in … [Read more...] about OshKosh First Ever Apparel Sponsor of TIME/Nickelodeon Kid of the Year
Licensed Fashion Giant Erve Group Sets Up UK Subsidiary
The global fashion powerhouse Erve Group has expanded in the UK with the launch of a new, locally based company. Called Erve UK & Ireland, the new subsidiary brings more than 35 years of licensing and brand experience directly to the UK and Ireland markets. “We have been servicing the UK & Ireland apparel markets for many years through our pan-European retail … [Read more...] about Licensed Fashion Giant Erve Group Sets Up UK Subsidiary