Thanks to a stellar 14-year stint with the Boston Red Sox, a stretch that yielded three World Series titles, David Ortiz will hold hero status in Massachusetts for the rest of his life. The owner of one of baseball’s sweetest swings ever will likely enter the Hall of Fame four years from now as a…
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UK Study Shows High Levels of Harmful Chemicals on Decorated Drinkware
A study released by the University of Plymouth in the U.K. found that decorated drinkware could contain potentially dangerous amounts of cadmium and lead. Researchers at the university…
Read MoreThe Vernon Company, Brandinc Form Strategic Partnership
The Vernon Company, Newton, Iowa; and Brandinc, Los Angeles, have formed a strategic partnership to serve Fortune 500 clients with domestic and international requirements for promotional marketing programs. This partnership is dedicated to helping international corporations with their global branding initiatives. It provides integrated technology solutions and core groups of custom-designed products that are both…
Read MorePokémon Celebrates 20th Movie With Limited Edition Trading Cards, Plush Toys
Even if you didn’t grow up in the ’90s, you’re likely familiar with Pokémon. From playing cards, to comics, video games, cartoons, movies and beyond, the little monsters have been a pop culture staple for decades. As for myself, I was never much more than a passing fan. I had the cards, but not a…
Read MoreMinnesota Museum Scores Marketing Win Through ‘Stranger Things’ Apparel Connection
I must admit that I have yet to watch an episode of “Stranger Things,” but, based on the buzz that the Netflix show has generated, I intend to rectify that oversight quite soon. Whenever…
Read MoreInternet Slams Barneys’ $375 ‘Antifa’ Jacket
We’ve seen major fashion retailers majorly miss the mark in the past with their “trendy” fashion offerings, like Nordstrom’s $425 “muddy” jeans. However, it seems Barneys really messed up with their $375 “Antifa” jacket, and the internet is not letting it off the hook, according to the New York Post. Just for some background, the…
Read MoreTaylor Swift Turns Major Fashion Mistake Into Merchandise
When you’re in the public spotlight, you’re unfortunately more prone to ridicule than the average human. We’ve all worn our shirts backwards, but for Taylor Swift, this fashion faux pas caused endless internet trolling. However, much like Beyoncé, Swift is turning this lemon into lemonade with a new merchandise line. According to BuzzFeed, the pop…
Read MoreKevin Spacey Was Creating ‘House of Cards’ Merchandise
It looks like Kevin Spacey was creating a merchandise line based off his “House of Cards” character, according to The Blast. However, in the midst of the mountain of sexual misconduct and assault allegations stacking up against…
Read MoreUnpaid Zara Workers Sew Desperate Notes Into Clothing
Zara is under major fire this week after workers in Turkey made a frantic attempt to publicize their working conditions. According to USA Today, shoppers who purchased items from the fashion retailer were surprised to find desperate notes…
Read MoreVantage Apparel Adds Regional Sales Representative
Vantage Apparel, Avenel, N.J., welcomed Scott Meade as the regional sales representative for Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. Meade joins Vantage with 20 years of experience in the promotional products industry. He has previously served as a board member of PAPPA and is currently a trustee of the SAAGNY Foundation Board. For more information…
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