By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The highly-anticipated, in-person Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards & Celebration event has officially named this year's top toys and games. The prestigious awards spotlighted the finalists across 17 different categories of play. The categories include collectibles, grown-up, plush, specialty, the newly created ride-on category, and … [Read more...] about Jazwares Tops Toy Awards, Winning License of the Year
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Squishmallows Unveils Pokemon Plush at San Diego Comic-Con
Jazwares officially said, "Pikachu! I choose you!" this week, as the innovative toyco unveiled its new Squishmallows x Pokèmon collection at San Diego Comic-Con. The plush collection is a collaboration with The Pokémon Company International, combining the loveable personalities of Squishmallows with the most iconic Pokémon in the franchise. “Joining forces with Pokémon to … [Read more...] about Squishmallows Unveils Pokemon Plush at San Diego Comic-Con
Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
The global toy and licensing company Jazwares has this week named Sara Rosales, an accomplished communications executive, as Senior Vice President of Communications. In her new role, Rosales' greater focus will be on corporate communications, brand public relations, the company’s philanthropic efforts, collaborating closely with digital marketing on earned media, and the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
Dogs Rejoice As Wham-O Releases Line of Pet Toys
The Licensing Letter doesn't have a lot of Border Collies in its subscriber list, which is too bad, because who would possibly be more interested in a story about Wham-O releasing frisbees especially made for dogs? Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, gave dogs and cats everywhere cause for celebration this week, announcing they have entered into a long-term deal … [Read more...] about Dogs Rejoice As Wham-O Releases Line of Pet Toys
Jazwares Pens Multi-Year Marvel Deal For Costumes
Superhero suits for the masses—and their pets—will be hitting stores in 2022, thanks to a new, multi-year deal between global toyco Jazwares and Marvel Entertainment. Jazwares announced the deal, saying they will produce an all-new line of costumes and costume accessories. Set to hit retailers in North America in 2022, this new line will include an epic assortment of … [Read more...] about Jazwares Pens Multi-Year Marvel Deal For Costumes
Jazwares Extends Fortnite Licensing Deal
Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, today announced its partnership with Epic Games for Fortnite toys and collectibles has been extended through 2025, in a deal brokered by IMG. Starting in January 2022, Jazwares will be the exclusive toy partner for Fortnite action figures four-inches-high and under and their compatible vehicles, play sets, accessories and … [Read more...] about Jazwares Extends Fortnite Licensing Deal
Jazwares Tag Teams With UFC For New Collectibles Line
Global toy company Jazwares, and UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, are teaming up again to bring the world of UFC and mixed martial arts a new line of UFC action figures and role play collectibles. The new line of collectibles is already available for preorder now from Ringside Collectibles. The new wave of collectible figures includes Conor McGregor, … [Read more...] about Jazwares Tag Teams With UFC For New Collectibles Line
Jazwares Hits High Note With Do, Re, & Mi Toy Deal
Toy company Jazwares is hitting a high note this year, after being tapped to create a new line of toys inspired by the upcoming animated kids' series Do, Re & Mi, to be aired on Amazon Prime next year. Do, Re, and Mi will be co-produced by Amazon Studios and Gaumont, the world's first movie studio. The show follows the musical adventures of three best birdie buddies and … [Read more...] about Jazwares Hits High Note With Do, Re, & Mi Toy Deal
What’s the [Toy] Story? Same as Last Year, Just Better!
Contact the editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com Straight from the floor of New York Toy Fair, TLL brings you the latest and greatest in toy trends. They just happen to be the same as last year's—only more nuanced, thoughtful, and developed. The good news this year: No one's freaking out about the ability of America's largest toy retailer to actually pay its vendors. More … [Read more...] about What’s the [Toy] Story? Same as Last Year, Just Better!
Feature Creatures: Horns, Hooves & Hybrids
Contact the editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com Take a moment to recall last year's feature headline for New York Toy Fair: Blind Bags, Glitter & Poop. This year, we can safely replace the last one with: Unicorns. The unicorn motif dominated the show floor across practically every animal and creature—everything from the household cat and dog (and hamster), to the … [Read more...] about Feature Creatures: Horns, Hooves & Hybrids