Simon Kay on bringing retro gaming brands like Sensible Soccer and Xenon into apparel with Seven Squared
Seven Squared’s Simon Kay discusses the appeal of classic gaming brands – and how some of his range benefits the Safe In Our World charity.
Doodlebug Design’s Maria Thomas on style guides, social media and Minions spaghetti
Maria Thomas, Director at Doodlebug Design, discusses the key to designing a great style guide.
The Brand Radar: Kylie Minogue prosecco rosé, Benchmark Drinks and how brands thrive in booze
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how brands can thrive in the alcohol space – and why booze brands themselves are soaring in areas like snacks, fashion and accessories.
Samira Henley on amplifying the voices of diverse creators with Jewel Branding’s Artist Series initiative
Jewel Branding’s Samira Henley reveals the three things they look for in new artists.
Smart Design Studio’s Nic Davies on good briefs, bold graphics and industry evolutions
Smart Design Studio’s Nic Davies discusses her ‘slowing down to speed up’ approach to projects.
Dan Colman Creative’s Dan Colman on what gives a brand experiential potential
Dan Colman Creative MD Dan Colman discusses the key to crafting live experiences for curious minds.
The Brand Radar: Radley, Royal Ascot and tapping into opportunities around unique events
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes shines a spotlight on the licensing programme around Royal Ascot, which boasts partners including L.K.Bennett, Radley and Charbonnel et Walker.
Geeky Jerseys’ Sean Damien on celebrating fandom through pop culture-inspired hockey jerseys
The Geeky Jerseys team discuss design, passion and their ‘for geeks, by geeks’ mantra.
The Brand Radar: The Phoenix, Rebellion and DC Thomson unite for KA-BOOM! The Art of Creating Comics
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how characters like Dennis the Menace and Cadet Judge Dredd have come together to inspire budding comic book artists at the KA-BOOM! exhibition.
The Zeros’ Scott Ham, Anna Kyriacou and Ty Cochrane on trend-spotting, style guides and animated influences
Scott Ham, Anna Kyriacou and Ty Cochrane discuss the origins of The Zeros creative agency – and the advice they’d give young designers looking to start a new business.