There’s already been a few hurdles in the world of feminist apparel. Now, a Philadelphia-based company is at the center of a scandal that proves that just because a company says it supports the #MeToo movement, doesn’t mean it’s true. According to Refinery29, a clothing company called Feminist Apparel has been selling T-shirts with catchy…
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These Are the Biggest Hat Trends Right Now, According to Instagram
We don’t have to tell you that promotional caps and headwear are huge business opportunities for your brand. And while there’s nothing wrong with a classic hat promotion, there are some new trends making waves on Instagram that you should pay attention to. According to Fashionista, summer 2018 is all about four key hat trends.…
Teespring Has a Stolen Designs Problem
Teespring has faced its share of criticism, after selling insensitive shirts and sparking outrage. Now, according to The Daily Dot, Teespring has a huge problem that could threaten the company’s future: design theft.
Bleacher Report’s New E-commerce Collection Is a Masterclass in Branded Merchandise
In the weekend before the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final, Bleacher Report launched a capsule collection of soccer jerseys—Hip Hop x World Cup—designed in collaboration with rappers including Black Thought, Vince Staples, 21 Savage, Vic Mensa and Smokepurpp. The jerseys, which were created to reference the local roots of each artist, were priced at $80 a piece, and sold out in a mere three days…
Will Smith’s Charity Merch Raises $20K in Two Days Using YouTube’s Teespring Platform
So much negativity often surrounds Philadelphia that we here at Promo Marketing love lauding locals whose actions shine a positive light on the city. Since commencing his career in 1985, Will Smith has given us—especially those who, like the 49-year-old actor and musical artist, hail from West Philly—ample occasions to hold our heads a tad…
In Memoriam: William S. Epstein of Pilgrim Plastic Products Company
William S. “Billy” Epstein passed away July 13 at the age of 87. He was the devoted husband of Ethel Epstein; former husband of Myrna Epstein; brother to Judy Epstein; and father to Marc and Annette Epstein, Amy and Paul Holt and Aaron Epstein. He was grandfather…
Custom Ink Opens Seven New Physical Stores, Offers Same-Day Capabilities
Custom Ink, one of the primary competitors to traditional promotional products businesses, has taken another step in its expansion plans and opened seven more brick-and-mortar locations in its native Virginia. Six of the stores are located within Michaels’ stores. One of the locations is a standalone store, with another planned standalone store opening in Alexandria,…
The Air Force Is 3-D Printing Coffee Mug Handles to Save $1,210 Per Mug
The U.S. Air Force has started 3-D printing coffee mug handles because otherwise it would cost $1,210 to replace a single one if it breaks. That’s not a typo or a misplaced comma. It really costs $1,210 to replace the coffee mugs’ handles. Granted, these are not the coffee mugs you’re using at home or…
Wearable Tech Has a Future in the Cruise and Travel Categories
Wearable technology is becoming more prevalent in much more than just the health and wellness sector. It’s being used by entertainment companies and sports teams to create coordinated design elements in stadiums and during concerts. It’s being used in apparel to let you know when your Uber driver is coming. It’s being used to pay…
McDonald’s McDelivery Day Promo Will Send Eaters Branded PopSockets, Socks, Fanny Packs and More (Via Uber)
We here at Promo Marketing fully appreciate the sentiment that we should all live in the moment and not look for any period of time to speed by, as, no matter our circumstances, each day can bring about amazing experiences. With that confessed, we hope our penchant for consumerism does not render us at all…