Bluey, Barbie and Squishmallows among ‘License of the Year’ finalists at Toy of the Year awards

Licensed toys feature throughout other categories too, with nominees including Wow! Stuff’s Jurassic Park Real FX Baby T-Rex, Jazwares’ Pokémon Squishmallows and Funko Games’ Disney Animated.

Waterford launches Luther Vandross crystal collection

“It’s more than just barware – it’s a testament to Luther’s profound influence on music and his ever-present essence in our lives,” said David Gottlieb, Manager of The Luther Vandross Estate.

Nova Tissue launches Millions-scented kitchen roll

“We’re thrilled with the range; it looks good and smells good,” said Natasha Dyson, Founder and CEO of Blonde Sheep Licensing.

Barbie pop-up comes to Selfridges

The activation at The Corner Shop at Selfridges spans a fashion exhibition, merchandise and Barbie-inspired hair and nail services.

One month left to get your nominations in for Brands Untapped 100: 2023 Edition

There’s one month left to get your nominations in for the 2023 Edition of the Brands Untapped 100 – a publication celebrating designers, studios and creative leaders and that have done great work in the licensing industry over the past 12 months.

Freckleface readies RHS home fragrances collection

“The home fragrance category is a very important one for the RHS,” said Cathy Snow, Licensing Manager at RHS.

The Brand Radar: Why licensing can be a recipe for success in homewares

Inspired by a trip to the Exclusively tradeshow, Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how brands can thrive in the homewares sector.

David Faulkner, co-founder of Cardology, discusses the company’s range of licensed greeting cards

Cardology’s David Faulkner on holding greeting card licenses for Harry Potter, Peter Rabbit and more

HarperCollins, Bentex and Centric among first Magic Mixies licensees in US and Canada

“As Magic Mixies fandom continues to build, we’re thrilled to elevate the brand’s merchandise offering through these new licensing partnerships,” said Jasen Wright, VP North America at WildBrain CPLG.

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