We’ve all wanted to take out our frustrations on a vending machine at some point, and Rovio, maker of the Angry Birds franchise, is looking to turn that shared experience into promotional gold. The company’s “Venting Machine” will dispense Angry Birds branded merch to anyone who beats it up…
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Next Level Apparel Becomes Approved Member of Fair Labor Association
In October 2019, Next Level Apparel, Gardena, Calif., was officially voted in by the Fair Labor Association (FLA) in Washington D.C. as an approved member, an achievement Next Level has had its sights set on since 2015. It’s a badge that sets the brand apart and recognizes the commitment and diligence…
Read More‘Elements Collection’ MLB Hats From New Era Are a Cool Idea That Went Poorly for Philly Fans
When we heard about New Era’s Elements Collection MLB hats, we were excited to see what the company had in store for its Philadelphia Phillies cap. After finally seeing it, though, we were a little nauseated, since the blue star that takes up most of the hat’s front panel looks more than a little like the logo for the Dallas Cowboys…
Read MoreBaby Yoda Merch Is Going to Rule ‘Star Wars’ Marketing (But Not Right Away)
Anyone who has seen “The Mandalorian” on Disney+ is talking about Baby Yoda. It’s this series’ surefire merchandise vehicle. Disney hasn’t released any Baby Yoda merch yet, so as not to spoil the character’s reveal. But you can bet that, come 2020, it’ll be everywhere…
Read MoreFully Promoted Selects Antera Software USA as BMS Vendor
Fully Promoted, West Palm Beach, Fla., has announced a relationship with Antera Software USA as its new business management software (BMS) partner. Fully Promoted stores going live with Antera are the first in the country to submit Promo Standards electronic purchase orders to alphabroder, SanMar, Hit, PCNA, S&S Activewear and other large suppliers. Antera—which uses…
Read MoreOrbus Now a Participating Supplier of PromoStandards
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group, Woodridge, Ill., announced that it is now a participating supplier of PromoStandards. PromoStandards is a set of standards created specifically for the promotional products industry by promotional professionals, meant to streamline business between distributors and suppliers within the industry. Orbus’ participation in PromoStandards improves its customer experience for promotional product…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: Emoji Bobbleheads, Hozier T-shirts and ‘Wourder’ Bottles
We’ve been doing this long enough that promotional products are just part of our daily lives now. By that, we mean we’re more attuned to noticing them in our daily travels. So, we like to think we know a good promo item when we see one! Check out these five promotional products and decorated apparel…
Read MoreOutdoor Brand Sues Supreme Over Camouflage Pattern on Clothing
Outdoor apparel company ASAT Outdoors is suing streetwear brand Supreme, claiming its camouflage designs violate a copyright. There’s a joke here about the judge not being able to see the pattern because it blends into the surroundings, but it really is an interesting case. We’ve looked into a few similar cases of whether or not…
Read MoreBillie Eilish Launched a Kids Clothing Line
While many people may recognize her for her hit song “Bad Guy,” Billie Eilish is also doing big things with the branded clothing collections she designs herself. Her previous collections have been limited to adult sizes, but that’s all about to change with the launch of a kids clothing line that draws on her signature style…
Read MoreSouth Dakota’s Widely-Mocked ‘Meth. We’re On It’ Campaign Gets the Merch Treatment
Since its Monday debut, the “Meth. We’re On It” slogan that South Dakota is using to combat the state’s drug crisis has mostly become a punchline on social media and elsewhere on the internet. As its message takes shape, 27 promotional items related to the campaign are now available in a Teespring merch collection, with all but two being apparel…
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