Starbucks just released a red holiday-themed Stanley 40 oz. cup, which retails for $49.95 and is reportedly flying off the shelves at Starbucks locations, as well as Starbucks locations within Target and Kroger stores. People have been waking up at the crack of dawn to get them (and in some cases sell them online).
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Tito’s Asks How You Like Your Holiday Promo: Not Ugly, Kinda Ugly, Uglyish, or Ugliest?
Tito’s is keeping in the spirit of the Ugly Sweater promo, but letting people decide how far they want to turn that ugly dial, with an entire line of sweater-themed products for people, pets, and even drinkware that range from “Not That Ugly,” to “Kinda Ugly,” “Uglyish,” “Ugly,” “Uglier,” and finally “Ugliest.”
Read MoreGold Peak Tea Created a Smartphone Camera Lens Full of Iced Tea For Peak ‘Golden Hour’ Images
With the technological advancements in smartphone design, we’ve all become photographers in our own way, and Gold Peak tea is helping us all find that “golden hour” through a branded smartphone lens that’s filled with actual Gold Peak iced tea.
Read MoreDraftKings, Streetwear Brands Capitalize on New NBA Season with Co-Branded Apparel Drops
The NBA season is back, and two co-branded campaigns done with the league stand out as examples of how modern sports promotions can look. One is a traditional streetwear collaboration, and the other is much more of a traditional promo that disguises itself as a streetwear collaboration.
Read MoreDoes Your Coffee Shop Promo Come With a Planner? Maybe It Should
It makes sense for a coffee chain to have things like coffee mugs, tumblers, and other branded drinkware. But a new product release at Starbucks locations in the Philippines stands out because it’s not drinkware at all. It’s a planner and pen combination.
Read More7-Eleven Turns Bengals Receiver’s ‘Always Open’ Comment Into Branded Merch Opportunity
After Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase said he’s “always open” in a press conference, 7-Eleven created a co-branded line of merchandise with Chase, including a sparkly 7-Eleven logo pendent, Bengals-colored apparel, and more.
Read MoreThis ‘Diablo IV’ Branded PC Requires a Blood Sacrifice (And Contains Real Blood)
Promotional campaigns often include a challenge. Sometimes it’s a prize for winning a competition. Sometimes it’s a sweepstakes. They seldom require too much investment. But Blizzard, the company behind the video game “Diablo IV,” is requiring a blood sacrifice if gamers want a branded PC with real human blood in it.
Read MoreThe Latest in Celebrity Meal Deals: Vegan Hot Dogs for Surrealist Comedians
“I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson” became a sleeper sensation, inspiring countless memes. One of them in particular includes Robinson in a hot dog suit, making it appropriate for the plant-based fast food chain Plant Power Fast Food to partner with Detroit native Robinson.
Read MorePRINTING United Expo Day 1: New Tech, Decorating Tips, Product Trends and More Live from Atlanta
Day one of the PRINTING United Expo in Atlanta is in the books, and boy, are our feet tired. Seriously folks, this show is huge. I know I’ve said that after Dallas, and then again after Vegas last year. But this one is next-level. With more than 1 million sq. ft. of show floor space…
Read MoreA Vist to Philadelphia’s ‘Rocky’ Store at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
The city of Philadelphia Visitor Center teamed up with Sylvester Stallone for a branded merchandise pop-up outside of the city’s art museum. The museum steps are famous for the “Rocky” training montage, and millions of visitors flock to the statue outside each year, creating a perfect merchandising opportunity.
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