By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Updating our story last week, Authentic Brands Group has signed a definitive agreement to purchase Boardriders. Through the acquisition Authentic strategically expands its portfolio of world-renowned superbrands with the addition of the most iconic brands in board sports including Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, DC Shoes, RVCA, Element, … [Read more...] about Update: Authentic Brands Group Signs Agreement to Acquire Boardriders
Apparel
King Features x Hours Deal Lets You Dress Like Archie Comic
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Archie Comics has partnered with the Hours clothing brand for a licensed Archie Andrews apparel collection. "Archie has been a mainstay in pop culture for a very long time and a perfect alignment us to be collaborating with such an iconic property," said Hours owner Roman Hessary. "The comics were a big part of us growing up and we’re … [Read more...] about King Features x Hours Deal Lets You Dress Like Archie Comic
Museum Licensing: Buttercloth to Launch Limited Edition Collection Inspired by Van Gogh
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMG has secured a licensing partnership between the Van Gogh Museum and Buttercloth for a limited-edition Van Gogh apparel collection. IMG is the licensing agent for the Van Gogh Museum. “Inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s appreciation for nature and color, I try to capture the spirit of van Gogh’s point of view throughout these … [Read more...] about Museum Licensing: Buttercloth to Launch Limited Edition Collection Inspired by Van Gogh
Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Adidas has withdrawn its legal opposition to a trademark application from the activist group Black Lives Matter. The footwear giant filed a request to the US Patent and Trademark Office to block the Black Lives Matter from trademarking a design that features three parallel lines. Adidas said in its filing on Monday that the logo … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark
Bioworld’s Heroes & Villains Brand Reveals Star Wars Celebration Apparel
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterBioworld's Heroes & Villains brand is bringing its licensed lifestyle products to the 2023 Star Wars Celebration Europe event. Heroes & Villains is a lifestyle brand that specializes in officially licensed apparel and accessories for well-known entertainment franchises. The brands' appearance at this year's European Star Wars Celebration … [Read more...] about Bioworld’s Heroes & Villains Brand Reveals Star Wars Celebration Apparel
Kathy Ireland’s Cool Partnership With Forever Fashion for Winter Accessories
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The premium cold weather accessories manufacturer, Forever Fashion, has entered into a licensing agreement with kathy ireland Worldwide (kiWW). Forever Fashion CEO Isaac Levy says the partners will develop a wide-ranging assortment of kathy ireland® winter accessories products including ponchos, ruanas, kimonos, scarves, hats, … [Read more...] about Kathy Ireland’s Cool Partnership With Forever Fashion for Winter Accessories
Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment's Nelvana and Baeumler Productions have partnered to launch a licensed merchandise line called 43°N by Bryan Baeumler. Bryan Baeumler is a contractor, entrepreneur and host of HGTV Canada series, including Island of Bryan, Renovation Resort, House of Bryan, Leave it to Bryan, Bryan Inc. and Disaster DIY. "Through … [Read more...] about Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler
Poetic Brands Launching Apparel Line Based on Felix the Cat
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Poetic Brands has partnered with Crooked Tongues and Universal Pictures to launch an exclusive apparel collection based on Felix the Cat. Felix the Cat is an animated character that was originally created in 1919 by Pat Sullivan and Otto Messmer. In fact, Felix the Cat is widely considered the oldest animated character in the world, … [Read more...] about Poetic Brands Launching Apparel Line Based on Felix the Cat
Dumbgood Releases Scream-Inspired Apparel Line to Die For
The lifestyle brand Dumbgood has released new licensed apparel based on the Scream horror franchise. The collections' release was timed to coincide with the franchise’s latest feature film, Scream VI. The licensed apparel collection includes a bucket hat, hoodie, cropped long sleeve, lounge shorts, sweatpants, and an adjustable mini messenger bag. The designs for the … [Read more...] about Dumbgood Releases Scream-Inspired Apparel Line to Die For
Wildbrain’s Teletubbies Hitting the Runway in Christian Cowan Designs
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has teamed up with designer Christian Cowan for a licensed Teletubbies fashion collaboration. The Teletubbies brand is owned by the global family entertainment company, WildBrain. The deal with Christian Cowan was brokered by WildBrain's licensing division and Cowan's licensing agent H&S. The limited-edition collection … [Read more...] about Wildbrain’s Teletubbies Hitting the Runway in Christian Cowan Designs