Toys & Games
Mattel teams with Nike for UNO footwear and apparel
The range has been developed in coordination with the 2019-20 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and UNO fan, Giannis Antetokounmpo.
TOMY’s Natalie Frow on celebrating 100 years of Britains Farm Toys
With activity spanning new product launches, activity trails and even a commemorative medallion, Natalie Frow, European Senior Brand Manager at TOMY, talks us through a very special year for Britains – and looks ahead to what’s next for the brand.
Target readies LEGO lifestyle collection spanning apparel, homewares and pet toys
“As we approach the holiday season, we saw an opportunity to come together to create something truly special for our guests during a time of year when differentiation and value are paramount,” said Jill Sando, Target’s executive vice president and chief merchandising officer.
Tomato Source’s Emma Beeson on designing a medallion celebrating 100 years of Britains Farm Toys
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes talks to Tomato Source’s Emma Beeson about the design process behind a limited-edition medallion celebrating 100 years of Britains Farm Toys.
The Point.1888 founder Will Stewart celebrates seven years in licensing – and explains why he’s launching Story.1888
Will Stewart, founder of The Point.1888, on growing the company – and launching a marketing agency.
Morgan Lane founder Morgan Curtis on creating a luxury Monopoly nightwear collection
We caught up with Morgan Curtis to find out more about her approach to designing nightwear – and why Monopoly proved a perfect fit for Morgan Lane.
Playmobil teams with Van Gogh Museum on Sunflowers and The Bedroom sets
A Sunflowers set features Playmobil-figure of Vincent van Gogh, a miniature easel, painting palette and the artwork Sunflowers, while another is based of his The Bedroom artwork.
Mattel celebrates 100 years of Gucci with Hot Wheels Gucci Cadillac Seville
“This epic and unexpected collaboration between Gucci and Hot Wheels reinforces that toys are a canvas that reflect pop culture, fashion and design,” said Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer, Mattel.
Champion Brewing Company’s Hunter Smith on bringing board game icon Catan into beer
Fresh from debuting the first beer in the Catan series, we caught up with Champion founder Hunter Smith to find out more how he approached bringing a board game brand into beer.
As Peanuts turns 71, Executive Vice President of Brand Tim Erickson discusses how he plans to keep the brand fresh
Tim Erickson on why Peanuts is still going strong… And what he looks for in potential partners.