Recently, Apple unveiled its new iPhone 7, which removes the headphone jack—potentially revolutionizing the way people listen to music. Could it be that Apple is hoping to revolutionize the paper bag next? That’s what the company’s recent patent indicated, according to The Next Web. Earlier this year, Apple transitioned…
Read More13 Jackets that May Be the Right Fit for Your Promotion
Some people don’t like the end of summer. They’re dragged kicking and screaming from the months of shorts and sunblock into the cool breeze of fall. We’re not like them. We look forward to bonfires, football and needing a jacket in the morning for the walk to work, with jacket seasons arrival…
Read More16 Spice Girls-inspired Promotional Products (Because Why Not?)
Maybe it’s just me, but when the news gets to be too much to bear, I tend to reminisce. I think about simpler times, like my childhood—Nickelodeon shows, yo-yos, saying “wazzup” for no reason and, of course, the Spice Girls. The Spice Girls were, and still are, my everything. I’ve seen them in concert twice,…
Read MoreThe Wrap: ‘Harambe’ Removed from Custom Jersey Ban List & More
‘Harambe’ removed from list of banned words on custom jerseys; TopShop uses bands’ name on jacket without permission; Tim Tebow’s New York Mets apparel is already a top seller; American Airlines employees get new uniforms; and Lane Bryant is accused of ripping off indie designer: Here’s what’s happening in the apparel world…
Read MorePantone Names Top 10 Colors of Spring 2017
Fashion shows might not have much bearing on everyday wear or promotional apparel, but one area where they can set real-world trends is color. Just ask Pantone, which released its top 10 colors of spring 2017 after recently attending New York Fashion Week…
Read MoreHarley-Davidson Suing Forever 21 for Trademark Infringement
Yes, you read the headline right. Motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson Inc. is suing the fast-fashion, teen retailer Forever 21 for trademark infringement. According to Milwaukee Business Times, the lawsuit alleges that Forever 21 sold motorcycle-style jackets with a patch that copied off Harley-Davidson’s famous (and trademarked) bar and shield logo…
Read MoreDid You Miss the Pokemon Fad?
I was in San Francisco Aug. 14 (attending PPAI North American Leadership Conference) and watched as nearly everyone seemed to be playing “Pokemon Go.” I was in San Francisco this weekend and other than a few young boys, I saw hardly anyone playing “Pokemon Go”. This isn’t because I wasn’t paying attention. In fact, it…
Read MoreMohawk to Introduce New Specialty Digital and Wide Format Inkjet Products at Graph Expo 2016
Mohawk, Cohoes, N.Y., announced it will showcase new specialty digital items, including 17 new specialty digital products designed for dry toner digital presses, and an expanded line of Wide Format Inkjet products at Graph Expo 2016, September 25 to 28 in Orlando, Fla. Mohawk will exhibit in booth No. 2413 within the Materials Matter pavilion. Mohawk’s presence…
Read More3 Biggest Challenges Facing Distributors Today
Working with clients every day has its difficulties. And, of course, issues are going to arise on a case-by-case, promotion-by-promotion basis. But there are certain aspects of the industry that remain long-standing challenges for distributors. These are challenges that force…
Read MoreUniversity of Mississippi Officials Warn Fans of Counterfeit Merchandise
With college football season kicking off, University of Mississippi officials are warning fans to be on the lookout for counterfeit vendors, according to HottyToddy.com. Officials have noticed a rise…
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