M&M’s latest merch item is making it easier than ever to sneak candy into the movie theater. In collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios’ launch of the holiday action-adventure film Red One on Nov. 15, starring Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson and Chris Evans,…
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Why Collectible – and Tradeable – Pins Are So Coveted
From the recently concluded Olympics to Comic-Con, pins have a unique promotional power to capture moments and preserve memories. There is more to pins than just promo power, experts say: They have identities. “People keep pins longer; they generate more…
The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again) of Fidget Toys
At the height of the “pop fidget” craze of the COVID-19 pandemic, over 400,000 poppers were ordered– a fidget toy made with silicone bumps that can be pushed in and out like never-ending Bubble Wrap – for a national drugstore…
Starbucks’ Summer Drinkware Line Leans Into Cold Beverage Demand
Starbucks just released its latest drinkware line for the summer, complete with new color combinations and twists on the releases from the previous year. Some of the products are ones we’ve seen in the last few seasonal drops, with different…
Aldi Is Making Branded Sneakers Now
Aldi, the grocery store that has brought you tongue-in-cheek Adidas knockoff apparel and other lines of branded apparel, in addition to low-priced groceries, is entering the footwear market with a new line of sneakers. And, true to form, they’re only $13. They’re not…
Trader Joe’s Mini Totes Are Selling for Hundreds After Going Viral
They’re just regular tote bags, right? The Trader Joe’s totes that are selling for literally hundreds of dollars on eBay — they’re just normal totes that don’t have magical powers, right? Right? Why is it then that people are emptying…
Boston Is The Next City to Plan Official City Merchandise
The City of Boston is looking to use licensed merchandise like apparel and drinkware to generate revenue for the city. According to BNN, the goal is to create a “unified brand, a stronger local economy, and an increased pride among residents…
Pantone Announces 2024 Color of the Year: Peach Fuzz
Pantone has announced the 2024 color of the year: Peach Fuzz (Pantone 13-1023), a bright, warm shade that the Pantone Color Institute says “captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others.” “In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning…
Top 10 ESP Searches: End-Buyers Bullish on Events in Q1
The industry has left COVID behind. That’s according to just-released Q1 2023 ESP search data from ASI Research, which found that among the Top 10 search terms for the quarter, “lanyards,” a common event item, gained in frequency, while searches…
Survey: In Fact, People Love Promo Products
Turns out people do indeed dig promo products. A new survey from a Top 40 distributor, polled about 2,000 American consumers and found that 53% “love receiving promotional products,” while 76% share that their perception of a brand has changed…