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		<title>Mini Rodini partners with Universal Products &#038; Experiences for E.T. childrenswear</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:28:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>"Designing this collection felt like creating clothes for kids today through a nostalgic 80s lens," said Cassandra Rhodin, Founder and Creative Director at Mini Rodini.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Mini Rodini has partnered with Universal Products &amp; Experiences on an E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial capsule collection.</strong></p>
<p>Available from November 11th, the range spans caps, puffers, tops, pants, dresses and socks, and marks the third collaboration between Mini Rodini and Universal Products &amp; Experiences.</p>
<p>“I love E.T., and the story about connection, empathy, and otherworldly friendships was my favourite movie growing up,&#8221; said Cassandra Rhodin, Founder and Creative Director at Mini Rodini.</p>
<p>&#8220;Designing this collection felt like creating clothes for kids today through a nostalgic 80s lens – blended with comfort and modern sustainability standards.</p>
<p>Melissa Rodriguez, VP of Franchise Strategy for Universal Products &amp; Experiences, added: “Mini Rodini’s design and commitment to sustainability and imagination aligns beautifully with the legacy of E.T. – a character who represents kindness, care, friendship and adventure. The brand brings a fresh, conscious spirit to everything they create, making them a natural fit for this collaboration.”</p>
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		<title>Universal details Jurassic Park 30th anniversary product slate spanning soap, toys, apparel and more</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:01:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>“The legacy of Jurassic Park is felt across the world,” said Melissa Rodriguez, vice president of franchise strategy for Universal Products &#038; Experiences.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Universal and Amblin Entertainment have detailed a raft of products and experiences celebrating 30 years of Jurassic Park.</strong></p>
<p>Dr Squatch, the men&#8217;s natural soap and personal care company, has launched two Jurassic Park-inspired bar soaps in King of the Briccs and Raptor Rush, while Paragon FX Group has debuted a limited-edition recreation of Dennis Nedry&#8217;s Barbasol canister.</p>
<p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8189" src="https://brandsuntapped.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1-7.jpg" alt="Universal, Jurassic Park, Melissa Rodriguez, Film &amp; TV, Toys &amp; Games" width="700" height="400" srcset="https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/1-7.jpg 700w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/1-7-300x171.jpg 300w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/1-7-350x200.jpg 350w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/1-7-25x13.jpg 25w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/1-7-600x343.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>In apparel, RSVLTS has anniversary-inspired prints across polos and shirts launching this summer, H&amp;M will have a 90s nostalgia line of apparel and Dumbgood also has an anniversary apparel line</p>
<p>TORRID is on board for fashion, Chubbies has expanded its Jurassic Park line of men’s swimwear to include boys sizes and Primark will launch a collection of children’s apparel, home and lifestyle items.</p>
<p>Box Lunch has apparel, accessories and collectibles, Loungefly is launching a Dino Moon Mini Backpack, Dino Moon Zip Around Wallet and Life Finds a Way Cross Body Bag while Crocs are expanding its range of Jurassic footwear this summer.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8190" src="https://brandsuntapped.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2-7.jpg" alt="Universal, Jurassic Park, Melissa Rodriguez, Film &amp; TV, Toys &amp; Games" width="700" height="400" srcset="https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/2-7.jpg 700w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/2-7-300x171.jpg 300w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/2-7-350x200.jpg 350w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/2-7-25x13.jpg 25w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/2-7-600x343.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>In Japan, Niko and… has launched home and lifestyle items, while June will see Goodr debut a line of limited-edition Jurassic Park sunglasses in 3 styles – T-Rex in the Rearview, Isla Nublar Tour 1993 and Bingo! Dino DNA.</p>
<p>In Australia, a Jurassic Park High Tea is available at Cordis Auckland, with a menu spanning Fossil Pop Cakes, Rexy Cookies, Dinosaur Eggs and a T-Rex Food Print ham sandwich.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8192" src="https://brandsuntapped.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/3-6.jpg" alt="Universal, Jurassic Park, Melissa Rodriguez, Film &amp; TV, Toys &amp; Games" width="700" height="400" srcset="https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/3-6.jpg 700w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/3-6-300x171.jpg 300w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/3-6-350x200.jpg 350w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/3-6-25x13.jpg 25w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/3-6-600x343.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>In toys, LEGO is launching an anniversary line while Mattel will be debuting an all-new collector line with 15 different SKUs and two new plush items boasting a ‘nostalgic 1993 feel’.</p>
<p>Wow! Stuff is expanding its Jurassic RealFX line with a Baby T-Rex while Bandai has created a Jurassic Park Tamagotchi Nano Dinosaur Egg that allows fans to raise baby dinosaurs and witness scenes from the film.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8193" src="https://brandsuntapped.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/4-4.jpg" alt="Universal, Jurassic Park, Melissa Rodriguez, Film &amp; TV, Toys &amp; Games" width="700" height="400" srcset="https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/4-4.jpg 700w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/4-4-300x171.jpg 300w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/4-4-350x200.jpg 350w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/4-4-25x13.jpg 25w, https://www.brandsuntapped.com/files/2023/04/4-4-600x343.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Funko is launching new anniversary POP! figures, Numskull has three new TUBBZ duck designs in the Raptor, Dilophosaurus and Muldoon, while additional products will be available later in the year from Playmonster, Hasbro, Just Play, Jada, ToyMonster and Spin Master.</p>
<p>“The legacy of Jurassic Park is felt across the world,” said Melissa Rodriguez, vice president of franchise strategy for Universal Products &amp; Experiences.</p>
<p>“The film has stayed entrenched in the hearts and minds of viewers since its initial release 30 years ago, while also delighting new fans every year. We’re looking forward to celebrating the footprint this film has left on fans globally through special events, unique merchandise, games and more!”</p>
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