By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Fanatics Collectibles has announced plans to inaugurate its first-ever flagship store on London's renowned Regent Street in the spring of 2025. The store will specialize in sports and entertainment trading cards and trading-card games, showcasing Fanatics Collectibles' brands such as Topps, Merlin, Match Attax, and Bowman. The … [Read more...] about Fanatics to Open First Flagship Store on London’s Regent Street
Lifestyle licensing
Gibson Guitar Fraud Shows Importance of Brand Protection Technology
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The recent seizure of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars highlights the need for IP security measures, says JPatton Business Development Manager Franco Diaz. The counterfeit guitars, had they been genuine, would have been worth $18.7 million, which would put a sizeable dent in the revenues of the legendary American guitar producer. "Brand owners … [Read more...] about Gibson Guitar Fraud Shows Importance of Brand Protection Technology
Feds Seize 3,000 Counterfeit Gibson Guitars Worth $19 Million
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Federal officials say they have seized thousands of counterfeit Gibson electric guitars at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport. Officials involved in the operation says it is the "largest counterfeit musical instrument seizure on record." The operation was conducted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, assisted by Homeland … [Read more...] about Feds Seize 3,000 Counterfeit Gibson Guitars Worth $19 Million
Cuesta Licensing Partners With Mah Melanin on Culturally Inspired Products
Boutique Licensing Agency Cuesta Joins Forces with Trailblazing Lifestyle Brand to Expand Representation Across New Product Categories TLL Staff Cuesta Licensing, a boutique agency renowned for fostering partnerships that celebrate creativity and cultural representation, is proud to announce its new collaboration with Mah Melanin, the pioneering Black-owned lifestyle brand … [Read more...] about Cuesta Licensing Partners With Mah Melanin on Culturally Inspired Products
Beanstalk is Puttin’ on the Ritz, With Signing of Ritz Paris Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Leading global licensing agency Beanstalk has just been appointed to represent the historic Ritz Paris hotel brand. Ritz Paris is one of the world's most famous hotels since it was founded and built by the legendary César Ritz more than 125 years ago. The hotel is so synonymous with glamor and opulence that the very name “Ritz” has … [Read more...] about Beanstalk is Puttin’ on the Ritz, With Signing of Ritz Paris Deal
Jewel Adds Sparkle to Boston Museum of Fine Arts Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Boston's Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) has appointed Jewel Branding & Licensing as its licensing agency. Considered one of the world’s finest museums, the MFA showcases an incredible collection of nearly 500,000 works, which range from ancient to contemporary masterpieces, and offer a rich source of inspiration for licensing. The … [Read more...] about Jewel Adds Sparkle to Boston Museum of Fine Arts Licensing Program
Crayola Seeks Creative Partners for Educational Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter If you've got some great ideas for education, Crayola wants to speak with you at Licensing Expo Crayola announced it is actively seeking partners around the world to expand its innovative global education initiative, Crayola Creativity Week. The brand is looking to collaborate and extend the outreach for the Jan. 27 through Feb. 2, 2025 … [Read more...] about Crayola Seeks Creative Partners for Educational Program
Tommy Bahama Partners With Isle For High-End Paddleboards
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Talk about enhancing your "island lifestyle!" The island lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama will be releasing a new line of innovative SUP-kayak boards and accessories in July. The new boards are built by Isle Surf & SUP, and combine an advanced Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) that transforms into a one or two person, sit-on-top kayak. The … [Read more...] about Tommy Bahama Partners With Isle For High-End Paddleboards
Tonino Lamborghini Appoints Beanstalk as its Global Licensing Representative
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Italian lifestyle brand, Tonino Lamborghini, has appointed Beanstalk to expand its international licensing and brand extension program. Beanstalk is a global licensing agency that specializes in brand expansion digital media, manufacturer representation, cultural intelligence, partnership negotiation, legal services and more. The Beanstalk … [Read more...] about Tonino Lamborghini Appoints Beanstalk as its Global Licensing Representative
Radley Releases Handbags Inspired by the RHS Lindley Collections
A new range of horticulture-inspired leather handbags and accessories to launch in March 2024 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced an exciting new collaboration with Radley, an industry-leading name in expertly made leather handbags and accessories. The partnership will bring beautiful horticulture-inspired designs to a new collection launching in the spring, … [Read more...] about Radley Releases Handbags Inspired by the RHS Lindley Collections