The FTC issued a fine against the apparel brand Lions Not Sheep for replacing its “Made in China” labels with “Made in USA” labels. The FTC has begun cracking down on these claims as it enforces a new rule that tightens Made in USA labeling requirements…
Read MoreStephen Willwerth, vice president of new business at SVS Marketing, has created campaigns for some of the most beloved intellectual properties in the world. Here’s how he combined printed and promotional products to bring the excitement of a classic animated film to life…
Read MoreUFC announced that it will start working with Amazon Merch on Demand for branded products. The collection, which is available on Amazon, includes licensed apparel like T-shirts, sweatshirts, long sleeve shirts and tank tops; as well as smartphone cases, workout products, bags and more…
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Patagonia recently set up an apparel repair center in Amsterdam to try to minimize apparel waste. But, for those garments beyond just repair, Patagonia is turning old shirts into new ones. The brand’s new Tee-Cycle T-shirts are made with 100% recycled materials, including fibers made using post-consumer recycled cotton from old T-shirts…
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Anyone who discounts branded merchandise as cheap junk doesn’t know all of the work that goes into a well-executed product. Apparently, MTV knows how tough it is, and created a “Project Runway”-style show where designers compete to create the flashiest, most memorable and most stylish branded merchandise for musical artists…
Read MoreYes, sometimes the classics are what people want. But new features that go along with technological advancements keep popping up on items like ballpoint pens. Think stylus tips for smartphone devices, or smoother-gliding ink. Heck, think mechanical pencils! Can you imagine someone from the 1920s seeing that?…
Read MoreNetflix and Metallica teamed up for co-branded “Hellfire Club” apparel, referencing a plot point in the latest season of “Stranger Things.” The raglan-style Metallica shirt, which is just a little different than the original Hellfire Club shirt, is available on both Netflix’s store and Metallica’s, along with a T-shirt and a hoodie…
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Earlier this summer, Miller Lite released beer-infused charcoal for your boozy barbecues. Now, the brand is helping out those who want to get their grill on but don’t have one of their own. Miller Lite’s “Grill Share” program will offer up rentable, branded grills in New York City and Chicago, while giving fans an opportunity to win one to keep…
Read MoreThis week, a report in the Wall Street Journal indicated that some CEOs are putting in place cost-saving measures due to recession fears. Some of those decisions could include limiting “corporate swag” and promotional products. One company even named a “swag czar,” whose job is to approve orders for branded products…
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Nature Valley is living up to its name with a new TikTok initiative encouraging people to do something good for Mother Earth. In exchange, they’ll get an exclusive password to buy Nature Valley merch from brands like L.L. Bean, Stasher and more. Fans who post their sustainable initiatives will get access to the “ReTok Shop”…
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