Fashion

Our chat with CAA Brand Management’s Ellie Parry about being hands-on with brands was our most read interview of the year.

The Tubbytronic Dipsy Boots are ‘Teletubbies meets goth’, with the vegan boots adorned with silver chains and a Dipsy head.

We asked figures in the licensing industry for their favourite launches of the year. The only caveat… They couldn’t choose a product or experience they were involved in!

“Skilful design and premium quality were key to the collaboration, underpinned by a shared passion for celebrating heritage,” said Jack Wanstall, Senior Licensing Manager at the Royal Armouries.

“Corto Maltese was chosen for this capsule because he reflects the alluring and adventurous spirit of GUESS,” said Paul Marciano, Chief Creative Officer of GUESS.

The launch marks the first ever brand collaboration for M&S’ sweets brand.

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how Rampley & Co’s new line of Ashmolean pocket squares highlights the heritage sector’s appetite to tell their stories through trend-led collaborations.

Fuzzballs Director Marc Sach on his tough early conversations in licensing and the advice he’d give new brands.

The design of the collection has a ‘playful-meets-preppy’ style.

Fashion UK are on board to create apparel, while Smiffy’s will debut a dress-up range based on the popular CBeebies show.