License to thrill: How to make brands soar in toys and games

Heayes Design’s Richard Heayes looks at how to successfully bring brands to life in the toy and games space.

Reebok teams with Hasbro for Candy Land footwear collection

The collection includes a Reebok Kamikaze II boasting colour-blocking inspired by Candy Land’s winding Rainbow Path.

Mattel teams with Italian designer Vivetta Ponti on limited edition UNO set

The game’s artwork is inspired by Vivetta’s style and love for animals.

Mondo’s Mike Bonanno and Hector Arce on giving brands like Godzilla and Gremlins the tiki mug treatment

We caught up Mike Bonanno and Hector Arce, Creative Directors of Mondo’s Toy and Collectibles division, to find out more about how the company approaches design – and what fuels their creativity.

From Peppa Pig and The Simpsons to Swizzels and Ben 10: Carl Richardson on sweet deals

Sweet Connexions founder Carl Richardson on how confectionery clients can enter new markets

Fanattik’s Anthony Marks discusses which licences work for him… And what he won’t go near!

Anthony Marks on what makes Back to the Future, Willy Wonka and Harry Potter bankable brands for Fanattik

Sesame Workshop’s Theresa Fitzgerald on brand values – and what we can all learn from Cookie Monster

We caught up with Theresa to learn more about her history with brands, and what’s key to designing great product for Sesame Street.

Talking Brands: TV reruns… Board games… What deals should Top of the Pops consider next?

This month, industry figures are looking at the iconic BBC brand, Top of the Pops – and whether it has the potential to rise up the licensing charts.

Steven Sterlacchini, Director of Brand Britain, on Bruce Lee, branding and briefing

Brand Britain’s Steven Sterlacchini talks creativity, branding and packaging.

Roydon Turner on changing the conversation around organ donation with the Orgamites

We caught up with Roydon to find out more about the origins of the Orgamites, and why licensing makes sense as the next step for the brand.

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