The Licensing Awards 2023: tutti i finalisti

Confermati i finalisti ai The Licensing Awards 2023 tra le 3.500 candidature per le 11 categorie di prodotto, le premiazioni il prossimo 12 settembre  

Ian Hyder, CEO di Max Publishing, proprietario e organizzatore dei The Licensing Awards, ha commentato: “We had an exceptionally strong response from the industry for entries into this year’s product categories. I didn’t envy the task of the judges as there were so many incredible products across all of the categories, underlining the innovation, passion and creativity of the licensing industry – and how this only continues to grow. Congratulations to all the finalists – we cannot wait to celebrate with you on Tuesday 12 September”.

The Product category finalists are:

BEST LICENSED TOYS OR GAMES RANGE

• Disney Mini Brands Capsules from Zuru
• Gabby’s Dollhouse Collection from Spin Master
• The Gruffalo Wooden Toy Range for Primark from Fizz Creations
• Hey Duggee Transforming Space Rocket from Golden Bear Toys
• Indiana Jones Range from Funko Games
• Marvel Nanopods from Wow! Stuff
• Peppa Pig Boat Adventure Set from Tomy UK
• Pokémon x Squishmallows Collection from Jazwares
• Super Mario Bros. Movie Figures from Jakks Pacific
• Super Mario Bros. Pop Up from Tomy UK
• Wizarding World Range from LEGO

BEST LICENSED DRESS-UP OR PARTYWARE RANGE

• Barbie Party Box for Claire’s from Christy’s by Design
• Barbie UV Colour Change Mermaid Costume from Rubies Masquerade
• Bluey Party, Balloon and Dress-up Collection from Amscan
• Gigantosaurus Deluxe Costume Range from Smiffys
• Little Mermaid Movie Classic Ariel from Disguise
• Peter Rabbit Classic Paper Tableware for Sainsbury’s from Smiffys
• Spidey & His Amazing Friends Preschool Costumes from Rubies Masquerade
• SpongeBob SquarePants Frenzy Suit from OppoSuits
• The Very Hungry Caterpillar Tabard from Christy’s by Design
• Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory Costume Collection from Rubies Masquerade

BEST LICENSED PRESCHOOL APPAREL OR ACCESSORIES RANGE (0-5 YEARS)

• Bluey Collection from Aykroyd & Sons/Roy Lowe
• Disney Classic Baby Range for Character.com from TDP
• Elf Infant and Preschool Range for George@Asda from Dennicci
• Elmer the Patchwork Elephant SS23 Range from JoJo Maman Bébé
• Paddington Collection for F+F at Tesco from Blues Group
• PAW Patrol 3D Apparel and Footwear Range from Vanilla Underground
• PAW Patrol Aqua Pups Collection for Character.com from Aykroyd & Sons
• Peanuts Collection for Primark from Blues Group
• Peter Rabbit Collection from Blade & Rose
• Peppa Pig Hair Accessories Collection from Hunter Price International
• We’re Going on a Bear Hunt for TU Clothing from Blues Group

BEST LICENSED CHILDREN’S APPAREL OR ACCESSORIES RANGE

• Barbie Christmas Collection from The Very Group
• Flower Fairies Gucci Kids Love Parade from Gucci
• Hello Kitty Kids Shoes and Accessories from Adidas
• Jurassic World Children’s Collection from Marks and Spencer
• LEGO x H&M Collection from H&M
• Nintendo Collection for Next from Fashion UK
• Paddington Collection for Tu Clothing from Aykroyd & Sons
• Pokémon x Clarks Collection from Clarks
• Minecraft Legends Collection for George@Asda from Bioworld International
• Minecraft x Puma AW22 Collection from Puma
• Wizarding World Children’s Collection from Marks and Spencer

BEST LICENSED ADULT APPAREL OR ACCESSORIES RANGE

• FIFA 2022 World Cup Collection from Poetic Brands
• Grinch Collection for Asda from Cooneen
• Hot Wheels x Sean Wotherspoon Apparel, Accessories and Footwear from Adidas
• LEGO x Adidas Superstar Footwear from Adidas
• Paddington Bear x Signare Woven Tapestry Range from AC Jade Trading
• Peanuts Collection for Primark from Brand Alliance
• Pusheen Apparel and Accessories Collection from Vanilla Underground
• Minecraft Collection from Burberry
• Netflix Collection from Lacoste
• Smiley Originals x ASOS from Somerbond
• Tommy x Miffy Apparel Collection from Tommy Hilfiger

BEST LICENSED WRITTEN, LISTENING OR LEARNING RANGE

• The Adventures of Paddington from HarperCollins UK
• Alphablocks Phonics Fun from Trends UK
• Bluey Publishing Range from Penguin Random House
• Hey Duggee Press, Play and Party Sticky Stick from Golden Bear
• Learn With Peppa Range from Ladybird
• Minecraft Publishing Range from Farshore, HarperCollins UK
• Mr. Men Little Miss Range from Farshore, HarperCollins UK
• PAW Patrol Audio Cards from Yoto
• Peter Rabbit Publishing Range from Puffin
• Thomas & Friends Limited Edition Packs from Story House Egmont
• We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Tonie Audio Character from Tonies

BEST LICENSED PAPER PRODUCTS OR STATIONERY RANGE

• BBC Springwatch Greeting Card Collection from Abacus Cards
• Bluey Calendar and Greeting Card Collection from Danilo Promotions
• Disney D100 Sketch Quotes Greeting Card Collection from UK Greetings
• Eden Project x Papergang Stationery Selection Box from Ohh Deer
• Elmer the Elephant Children’s Stationery from Robert Frederick
• Heinz Greeting Card Collection from Tache Crafts
• Mr. Men and Little Miss Advent Calendar from A2V Trade
• The National Gallery Master Painting Photo Upload Range from Moonpig
• Peter Rabbit Pop Up Card Range from Cardology
• Pokémon Besties Range from Blueprint Collections
• Transformers AR Stamp Collection from Royal Mail

BEST LICENSED GIFTWARE RANGE, HOME DÉCOR, TABLEWARE OR HOUSEWARES RANGE

• Disney100 Limited Edition Collection from Mad Beauty
• Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas Collection from Abysse Corp
• Grinch Cosmetics from Revolution Beauty
• Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Collection from Fanattik
• Me to You AW22 Collection from Home Bargains
• Original Stormtrooper Collection from Nemesis Now
• Peppa Pig Collection from Bamboo Bamboo
• Sonic Cable Guy Phone and Controller Holder from EXG Pro
• The Snowman Musical Soft Toy from Rainbow Designs
• Squishmallows Range from Character World
• Stranger Things Hellfire Club Range from Pyramid International
• Swizzels Love Hearts Plush Gifts from Posh Paws

BEST LICENSED FOOD OR DRINK RANGE

• Arsenal Pitch Infused Limited Edition Gin and Vodka Liquer Cracker Set from Bohemian Brands
• Beatrix Potter Collection from Biscuiteers
• Elton John Pianoman Truffles from Charbonnel et Walker
• Harry Potter Hedwig Hollow White Chocolate Hand Decorated Owl for Marks & Spencer from Kinnerton
• Lord of the Rings Pale Ale for Tesco from Brewdog
• Me to You Collection for B&M from Kimm & Miller
• Natural History Museum Dinosaur Poo from Crème D’Or
• PAW Patrol Juice Drinks from Vital-Life Nutraceuticals
• Peppa Pig Multivitamin Drinks from Whatever Brands
• SpongeBob SquarePants Frozen Potato Shapes from Iceland Foods
• The Very Hungry Caterpillar Toddler Snack Range from Ella’s Kitchen

THE INNOVATION AWARD

• CoComelon JJ’s Musical Freeze Dance Boots from Wow! Stuff
• Disney x Moonpig Licensed Flower Range
• Finding Nemo Diving Goggles Wash Bag from Half Moon Bay
• Jurassic World Real FX Baby Blue Dinosaur from Wow! Stuff
• McDonald’s French Fries Crossbody Bag x Loungefly from Funko
• Peppa Pig Playmat Backpack from William Lamb Group
• Super Mario Bros. Bath Soap Confetti Canon from H&A
• Super Mario Bros. Movie Bath and Body Collection from LUSH
• Super Mario Bros. Movie Fire Breathing Bowser from Jakks Pacific
• Transformers Limited Edition Flagship Optimus Prime from Robosen Technologies
• Wallace & Gromit Build Your Own Rocket from Build Your Own

BEST SUSTAINABLE LICENSED PRODUCT

• The Ashmolean Museum The Treasured Collection Paint Range from Graphenstone Paints
• BBC Children in Need Sportacular Collectibles from Louis Kennedy
• Ben & Jerry’s x Tony’s Chocolonely Ice Cream and Chocolate Co-Branded Collaboration
• National Trust Footwear Collection from Moshulu
• PAW Patrol Clean & Soft Range from Naturally Tribal Skincare
• PAW Patrol Magazine from Story House Egmont
• Minions YAZOO KiDS Milk Drinks from Mercieca
• Room on the Broom Pop-out Play-set from Play Press
• Super Mario Bros. Movie Bath and Body Collection from LUSH
• WWF Grasslands Collection from Tesco

Ella Haynes, Event Director di Brand Licensing Europe – headline sponsor di The Licensing Awards 2023 – ha commentato: “BLE is delighted to return as headline sponsor for the 2023 Licensing Awards – it really is the Oscars for our industry and an unmissable night all round. Congratulations to all this year’s finalists – what a line-up and what a fantastic reflection of the breadth, accessibility and inclusivity of this industry – from classics to newbies and every demographic. The BLE team can’t wait for 12 September.”

Fonte: licensingsource.net