This year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Mongols Motorcycle Club. And if members of the Southern California outfit had been stumped on a way to celebrate the occasion, they received an option yesterday, as a federal judge denied an attempt to strip the controversial group of its logo and two additional…
Read MoreFashion Brand Suing Nets, Nike, NBA Over Uniform Pattern Design
When the Brooklyn Nets debuted their “Brooklyn Camo” uniforms for this season, featuring a trim design pattern inspired by the Notorious B.I.G.’s love of Coogi sweaters, it seemed like a perfect partnership. The Nets, who relatively recently moved to Brooklyn, would celebrate one of the borough’s most famous artists of all time, and the design…
Read MoreWater Bottle at Michael Cohen Hearing Gave Nestle More Than $600K in Free Advertising
They say there’s no such thing as bad press, or that any coverage is good coverage. Well, if you’re in a position where you’re forced to testify in front of a congressional committee before spending the next few years in prison, that press is probably bad press for you. But, as was the case for…
Read MoreSTYLE Bangkok Prepares for 2019 Event
After the massive success of the 2018 show, STYLE Bangkok is ready to rock again in 2019. Asia’s premier lifestyle show will take place from the 17th to the 21st of April 2019, at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). On display will be the latest collections of lifestyle products, from fashion and…
Read MoreThese ‘Game of Thrones’ MLB Team Bobbleheads Are Pretty Rad
We here at Promo Marketing are absolutely giddy over the looming MLB season, especially since it will mark the 150th anniversary of the pro game (and the return of warm weather). The commencement of the historic campaign, though, will not be the only awe-inspiring event this spring, as “Game of Thrones” is set to start…
Read MoreHow We Talk About Promotional Products: Why Language Matters
It’s time to blow up much of the nomenclature that is used by others—and by us—to describe what we do. But certain words keep cropping up, even within the industry. And they’re not the only ones that give us a bad rep. I want people on the outside to understand how creative and impressive everyone involved is. Here are a few terms to reconsider…
Read MoreThis Fashion Label’s $2,615 Pre-Shredded Blazer Sure Is Something
The Comme des Garçons Homme Plus collection included a ‘Pink & Grey Shred Double Layered Blazer’ that has a shredded layer top that reveals the pink blazer underneath, and it’s being sold for $2,615.
Read MoreA Primer on USB 3 for Tech Products, Which Is More Confusing Than You May Think
USB 3 technology, also known as USB-C, has been something we’ve reported about extensively due to its status as the latest and greatest in USB technology, with countless products now using it for its fast download/upload ability. We’ve also reported on Apple’s reluctance to incorporate the tech on its iPhones despite using it on iPads…
Read MoreMy 5 Favorite Promotions of the Week: Ariana Grande Totes, Kacey Musgraves PopSockets and More
I might have to officially dub February the month of promotional products because I keep spotting amazing promos left and right. Honestly, it was difficult to even narrow my list down to five, but, readers, I did it. From musician merchandise to restaurant collaborations, here’s what I’ve had my eye on this week. 1. Kacey…
Read MoreOklahoma City Airport Cow-Tipping Apparel Saga Ends After Months-Long Battle
In Oklahoma, a battle has been waging over T-shirts. For the past 10 years, when visitors touched down at the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, Okla., they were greeted with merchandise that featured the phrase, “Nothing Tips Like a Cow.” While humorous, Oklahoma residents and Oklahoma City mayor David Holt felt that the T-shirts needed to go…
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