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You could say that a few things have happened in the toy business this year... The post ‘The Playground Podcast’ Looks Back at 2024 in the Toy Industry appeared first on The Toy Book.

Adam Lovell currently serves as Asmodee US's Senior Business Analyst of New Releases. The post Asmodee US Takes on New Director of Hobby Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Miniso Land store will open on Dec. 20. The post Miniso Land Is Making Its Holiday Debut in Madrid appeared first on The Toy Book.

A few weeks ago we told you about the Ressence Type 8 Indigo, a high craft variation on the most simple and accessible Ressence model. It turns out that the Type 8 only held the distinction of being the brand’s entry level timepiece for a few days

In 1995, I was 22 years old and sitting in the theater, eagerly awaiting the start of the new James Bond film. It had been six years since the last movie featuring Timothy Dalton, marking the longest gap between Bond films up to that point. I was alr

This year marks the fifth consecutive year that Ollie's has participated in the program. The post Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Raises More Than $1.1 Million for Toys for Tots appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Australian dogs will be in theatres all around the world. The post ‘Bluey’ Hits the Big Screen: Series Turns Movie After Huge Streaming Success appeared first on The Toy Book.

Funko's board now has nine directors. The post Funko Taps New Member of Board of Directors appeared first on The Toy Book.

Cherry blossoms have long been associated with Japan – and for good reason. These delicate little blossoms contribute an astounding $2.7 billion into the economy with over 63 million people (a number that includes both tourists and those living in

The deal includes worldwide rights to the toy license for dolls, action figures, remote controls, playsets, vehicles, robotics, and feature plush. The post Spin Master, Universal Expand ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Franchise Partnership a

For the first time, Latin America and the Caribbean will see flagship stores and more. The post Toys ‘R’ Us Expands to Latin America and the Caribbean appeared first on The Toy Book.

Miraculous Corp. seeks to expand the Miraculous brand for its 10-year anniversary. The post Miraculous Corp Names Big Picture Licensing as UK and Éire Consultant for Brand Development appeared first on The Toy Book.

I’ve become a pretty big fan of De Rijke & Co. over the past few years, and am glad to see them experiencing so much success recently (I’m basing this on their booth at the New York City Windup Watch Fair being mobbed to the point that I coul

Product Details         The 2024-25 Upper Deck Artifacts Hockey card set continues its tradition of delivering a rich collecting experience, featuring a comprehensive base set, a diverse array of parallels, and a variety of inserts that cater to

Moose Toys’ Shannon Swindle will bring her passion for play-based learning and games to the platform. The post People of Play Welcomes Shannon Swindle as Director appeared first on The Toy Book.

Following an initial partnership in 2023 that produced a limited edition (and sold out) version of the Jet Star, Bulova and Complecto have teamed up once again for a trio of limited edition variants of the Super Seville, all with stone dials. The Bul

The milestone of 60 million downloads swiftly follows the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket’s nomination for Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards. The post ‘Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket’ Surpasses 60 Million Downloads; New ‘Mythical Isla

Those who know me personally, and perhaps those of you who regularly tune into the podcast and read my little ramblings here on the blog, know that over the course of the last year I’ve become somewhat disillusioned with large luxury brands and wha

The video is integrated in YouTube's shopping program. The post MGA Entertainment Teams Up with The Rizzler for Diss-Mas Video appeared first on The Toy Book.

On a new release calendar that’s full of limited edition collaborations that don’t always make a ton of logical sense, it’s refreshing to see one come across our desks that feels like a genuine meeting of the minds. Oak & Oscar is a longtim

One of the cool things about the Omega Speedmaster is that it can truly be just about any watch it needs to be. It’s the Moonwatch, of course, but it’s also a racing chronograph, a dressy chronograph, a chronograph inspired by WWII era military w

Grinchmas will soon be everywhere. The post Grinch Strikes Global Holiday Frenzy with WildBrain Licensing Expansion appeared first on The Toy Book.

Houstonians can check out the Bluey x CAMP experience in February. The post CAMP Brings New Retail Location and BBC’s Bluey Experience to The Galleria appeared first on The Toy Book.

Heath Kenny is the Chief Content Officer, Ashley Depp is the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Franchise The post Miraculous Corp Adds Two Executive Appointments Ahead of 10th Anniversary appeared first on The Toy Book.

Over the years, my feelings about Nomos have become more and more complex. Like many enthusiasts, the brand was an early discovery on the forums, and felt like an insider’s secret of sorts. Here was a small firm based in the historic German watchma

The 11 new items will be available through Hasbro Pulse and select retailers next year The post Transformers Turns 40 with Big Reveals at Cybertron Con 2024 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Blokees has had the Transformers license since early 2023. The post Blokees Unveils New Figures at Transformers Cybertron Con appeared first on The Toy Book.

If you don’t get what you’re looking at, don’t worry. You’re not alone — in fact, that’s sort of the point. A quick glance at the new L’Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse is more likely to incite questions than offer answers, but the l

The year is winding down, but only after a few more new releases. On this week’s episode of A Week in Watches, we take a look at the Ressence Type 9, the smallest Ressence yet. Then we dive into Jacques Bianchi, square up with the Circula Facet, he

I have had a love-hate relationship with bronze-cased watches for years. I truly appreciate how the metal ages; there is nothing quite like a beautifully patinated watch just before it turns into a greenish hue. The beauty is that it never quite ages

My relationship with Doxa watches spans over 20 years. As an avid reader of Clive Cussler, I was particularly excited when Doxa decided to relaunch the Sub 300T in the early 2000s. I even managed to secure a review sample for the magazine I wrote for

These Gabby’s Dollhouse-themed treats mark an exciting licensing agreement between the brands. The post DreamWorks Animation and CandyRific to Launch Sugary-Sweet Licensed Products appeared first on The Toy Book.

Gotta catch 'em all! The awards, that is... The post Ultra PRO Celebrates Holiday Success for Pokémon Trainer Guess: Unova Edition appeared first on The Toy Book.

Jimeka Broussard and Jenna Marson will expand the brand through licensing strategies. The post One Fish, Two Fish: Dr. Seuss Enterprises Promotes Two Directors of Licensing appeared first on The Toy Book.

When IWC launched an updated version of their Ingenieur at Watches & Wonders 2023, it was a moment that many observers of the brand had been anticipating for years. After years spent building up their Pilot collection, there was a sense in the co

One of my favorite pastimes within the world of watch enthusiasm is to tell anyone who will listen that the “Leopard” Rolex Daytona is my favorite version of the storied chronograph. When the Daytona comes up in conversation (and it does, a lot)

This is Carve’s first big move since acquiring Freeman Public Relations earlier this year. The post Carve Communications Powers Up Its Roster with Award-Winning Red Toolbox appeared first on The Toy Book.

Today, Americans sit down at their Thanksgiving table with their friends and family, and consider all that they’re thankful for. Good health, a warm home, great company, and a delicious meal will top many lists, as they should. But if you’ll allo

I feel like every time I look at Czapek, they’re doing something great. This time, they’ve released a new limited variant of the Antarctique, the Antarctique Purple Storm, with an otherworldly purple dial produced by Swiss dial maker Metalem. The

With a focus on collaboration and years of industry experience, Huter is ready to launch the brand to new heights. The post Diverse Marketing Names Dan Huter as Director of Specialty Toy Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

Real pinball machines for under $1,000... The post Game On: Wonderland Amusements Looks to Bring Real Mechanical Pinball to the Masses appeared first on The Toy Book.

Operation Snowball seeks new toys and games to achieve its mission of providing a gift to every kid in the Philly school system! The post Toy Industry Partners Sought to Provide Gifts for Operation Snowball appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Danner Memorial Window, originally commissioned in 1913 for an Ohio church, shatters the auction record for Tiffany Studios to highlight Sotheby’s event.

This cocktail will be served at special events and participating bars during the show. The post Spielwarenmesse eG Names ToyCocktail of 2025 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Current CEO Kirk Perry will retire at the end of the year. The post Stuart Aitken to Head Circana as President and CEO appeared first on The Toy Book.

The first-of-its-kind doll will come holding her own Latin GRAMMY. The post From GRAMMY Stage to Bratz Doll: Karol G and Bratz Partner for Historic Collab appeared first on The Toy Book.

Spin Master’s 50th-anniversary celebration pivots into collaborative gaming. The post Rubik’s Cube ‘Runs’ to Roblox appeared first on The Toy Book.

Playstation platforms accounted for 82% of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's total console full-game dollar sales. The post Call of Duty Season Powers 10% Rise in U.S. Video Game Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

When you think of Ressence, the first things that come to mind are likely the brand’s forward thinking, non traditional design language, and their completely unique mechanical solution for telling time via a series of rotating circles as opposed to

This week’s episode of A Week in Watches is a bit of a doozy. We start off a with some quick coverage of few new releases from C Ward, Studio Underd0g, and Jaeger LeCoultre. After, we take a more in depth look at the new Serica 1174 Parade, the bra

The winners represent kids from 18 states and five countries. The post People of Play Names Its Young Inventors International Champions appeared first on The Toy Book.

Build-A-Bear Workshop is having a big year of collaborations, including Wicked, Sanrio, and, now, KFC. The post Build-A-Bear, KFC Bring the Flavor with New Plush Collection appeared first on The Toy Book.

Remember the Paris Olympics? It seems, somehow, like they took place a lifetime ago, but it was just this past summer – mere months ago. It was a crazy time. Lots of conversation about the pollution in the Seine, an all time great gymnastics co

On November 24th, the weekend before Thanksgiving, the Las Vegas strip comes alive with the Formula One World Championship. Street circuits have a different vibe to them than the purpose-built racetracks. Especially in Vegas, the parties and exciteme

This collaboration will start with gaming experiences for preteens before expanding to other age categories. The post Digitoonz Media & Entertainment Spain, Morgana Studios Join Forces for ‘YugiBao’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Have a spare million or two dollars (or more)? You could be the next owner of the oldest known stone tablet bearing the Ten Commandments, a treasure of incredible historical significance.

Surge Brands will help Crazy Aaron’s ooze across diverse product categories and into new audiences. The post Surge Brands Is Global Licensing Agent for Crazy Aaron’s appeared first on The Toy Book.

Caregivers are urged to shop smartly. The post The Toy Association Shares Tips for Toy Safety Awareness Month appeared first on The Toy Book.

Toy Business Forum is giving itself a makeover after 20 years in the toy industry. The post Toy Business Forum Unveils New Concepts to Celebrate 20th Anniversary at Spielwarenmesse appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Toy Solider is suited up and ready to delight nostalgic fans and new audiences. The post Retail Nostalgia: KB Toys is Back in Action as Firefly Brand Management Leads Licensing Efforts appeared first on The Toy Book.

These resources are based on the findings of a three-year UNICEF study. The post The LEGO Group Partners with UNICEF for Digital Gaming Resources appeared first on The Toy Book.

I had the privilege of writing about the last Studio Underd0g 03SERIES Salm0n release for Worn & Wound in September. Serendipitously, Studio Underd0g was in Montreal the following week with the RedBar traveling road show. It was a real treat to s

Users can find the perfect Hasbro game for them. The post Hasbro Launches AI-Powered Game Finder appeared first on The Toy Book.

The winning model will be honored with a die-cast release. The post ‘La Liebre’ Races into First Place for Hot Wheels Global Legends Tour Title appeared first on The Toy Book.

Maen’s Manhattan has proven to be a watch that works particularly well as a blank canvas of sorts. We’ve seen a number of limited editions of Maen’s integrated bracelet sports watch (including our own) and each finds new ways to present the pie

It’s getting close to the end of the year, and many of us are naturally in a reflective mood. I’d like to think I speak for most watch writers when I say that for us, it’s all about looking back at the almost incalculable number of watches we s

The ESCP has helped 10 million supply chain workers. The post Ethical Supply Chain Program Celebrates 15 Years appeared first on The Toy Book.

The board is gold and silver-foiled. The post Nike, Hasbro Come Together for LeBron James Monopoly appeared first on The Toy Book.

Sébastien Muller, a fourth-generation watchmaker, founded Brellum in 2017. Unlike many new brands, they did not pursue crowdfunding but adopted a more traditional approach. The first model released by Brellum was the Duobox, which was covered by Wor

Our friends at Time+Tide have launched their latest collaborative limited edition, a new version of one of our favorite TAG Heuer references, the Aquaracer Solargraph. The Solargraph builds on decades of Aquaracer heritage by incorporating state of t

Erin Morris has more than 25 years in the entertainment and licensing industries. The post WildBrain Names New Vice President of Strategic Franchise and Retail appeared first on The Toy Book.

New products are on the way for Snorks Odyssey, Fluppy Dogs, Hugga Bunch World, and more. The post Gen X Nostalgia: Punkies Playhouse, Surreal Entertainment Ink Licensing Deal for Beloved ‘80s Properties appeared first on The Toy Book.

Companies from more than 15 countries will be in attendance. The post Preshow Noël Toys & Games Returns to France appeared first on The Toy Book.

The company cites growth trajectory as part of the move. The post Swerve PR Rebrands as Swerve Strategic Marketing appeared first on The Toy Book.

Nigel Russell on the significance of Jim Marshall's 1963 photograph of Bob Dylan.

An early copy of the United States Constitution left in a file cabinet and forgotten for over 100 years, sold for $9 million at auction.

New stores. New stories. The docuseries is back for more... The post Exclusive: ‘A Toy Store Near You’ Returns for Season 7 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Belliveau will be the first person to serve in this new role. The post Former Hasbro Exec Joins The Toy Association as Chief Policy Officer appeared first on The Toy Book.

A limited-time mashup is hitting retail and adding a splash of pink to the Stumble Guys universe... The post Stumbling Into the Dreamhouse: PMI Kids’ World Releases Stumble Guys x Barbie Toy Collection appeared first on The Toy Book.

Just hearing the brand Elka brings back nostalgic memories of my trip to Neuchatel back in 2019, a picture perfect Swiss town bordering a very large lake. It’s often known as the “land of watchmakers” and hosts the headquarters for some of the

It was a valiant battle, but in the end, only three stand tall. The post The Strong Names 2024 National Toy Hall of Fame Inductees appeared first on The Toy Book.

I think it’s possible that when it’s all said and done, no brand will have had a more consequential 2024 than Bremont. I can imagine a watch environment three or four or five years out into the future where this brand is fundamentally changed (ev

After 20 long years, I think it’s time I finally come out of the closet. You see, mom and dad (and Worn & Wound readers), I am, in fact, a nerd. I know! I know! I’ve tried to hide it over the years. Secretly reading science-fiction at night.

With its innovative store design and new events, Toys ‘R’ Us Asia adds the magic of play to the holidays. The post Toys Are Joys: Toys ‘R’ Us Asia Holiday Campaign Brings Families Together appeared first on The Toy Book.

The opening falls the same week as World Kindness Day, a day that celebrates friendship, kindness, and inclusivity – the core values of Hello Kitty and Friends. The post Build-A-Bear and Hello Kitty Join Forces for First-Ever Collaborative Workshop

Rebellion is the leading UK comic book and video game company. The post Fanattik, Rebellion Come Together For 2000 AD Licensing Deal appeared first on The Toy Book.

The brick-built mascot is fur-rocious. The post LEGO Taps Cataclaws to Spread Holiday Cheer, Power Retail Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

A new brand is the talk of the watch world today, and the latest example of a trend we’ve seen developing over the last several years. GRØNE is the new project from Bart and Tim Grönefeld, the brothers behind the Grönefeld brand, one of the most

This baking bundle includes the Scout Elf Pancake Party Kit, Poochie Pie Pupcakes Kit, and Snowball Fight Cookies Kit. The post Baking Up a Deal: The Lumistella Company Joins I’m The Chef Too! for Elf on the Shelf Collaboration appeared first on Th

If you’ve been paying attention to the world of the Hype Watch over the last few years, you’ve no doubt stumbled upon the hypiest Hype Watch of them all: the Cartier Crash. OK, maybe it’s not the hypiest Hype Watch, but it’s close. In terms o

The company sees an opportunity in competition and influence. The post Miniso Outlines Plans to Become Global Powerhouse appeared first on The Toy Book.

Louis Erard, in a move that I think many who follow the brand will view as somewhat surprising, announced a new watch last week along with the news that their longstanding Excellence collection, which has been the home to many of the collaborative li

Many of us know Citizen as a brand that creates affordable and (mostly) quartz powered watches. Often packed with a multitude of complications, in large case sizes, and complex layouts. But there’s another side to the brand as well, one that takes

Sandler brings more than 40 years of experience to the company. The post Exclusive: Wyncor Taps Industry Vet Steven Sandler as Chief Commercial Officer appeared first on The Toy Book.

Toxic Waste will be featured in toys, apparel, novelties, and more. The post Surge Inks Licensing Agreements For Toxic Waste Candy appeared first on The Toy Book.

Kids can the Kweens in the sprawling metaverse. The post Moose Toys, e.l.f. Beauty Bring XOX Kweenies to Roblox appeared first on The Toy Book.

The display encourages an in-store experience for shoppers. The post Relevant Play Offers New Mad Mattr In-Store Demo Display to Independent Retailers appeared first on The Toy Book.

TAG Heuer is introducing a third generation of the Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon in collaboration with the Senna brand, a commemorative company dedicated to the late Ayrton Senna’s legendary career as three time Grand Prix world champion. Senna’

LEGO continues to invest in itself to build a better future. The post Epic Build: LEGO Breaks Ground Innovation Campus appeared first on The Toy Book.

In the aftermath of World War II, Timex—known initially as The Waterbury Clock Company—sought to leverage the United States manufacturing experience gained during the war. The company aimed to produce affordable timing devices as an alternative t

For fans old and new, Bandai is inviting them to celebrate Godzilla’s 70th. The post Bandai Celebrates 70 Years of Godzilla with Legendary Kaiju Collectibles appeared first on The Toy Book.

These investors see a bright future for Snorble. The post Snorble Scores an Investment from FinestLove VC appeared first on The Toy Book.

A balloon featuring two characters from the series will debut next month. The post DreamWorks Animation, Universal’s ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ Joins Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade appeared first on The Toy Book.

Jack Day previously served at Kids Know Best and WildBrain. The post The Insights Family Taps New Global Strategic Account Director appeared first on The Toy Book.

Each participant will get to be a part of the mission in this one-of-a-kind Miraculous adventure. The post Miraculous Goes to Mexico City: Franchise Partners with Fever for Live Experience appeared first on The Toy Book.

Sooner or later, you just knew it was going to happen. For as long as there’s been a Pelagos, and as long as there’s been a Tudor GMT movement, and as long as there’s been a human impulse to speculate, there’s been a call for the Swiss brand

It’s always exciting when a collector finds a previously unknown work. Now, just in time for Halloween, a long-lost story by none other than Dracula author Bram Stoker has been rediscovered.

A one-of-a-kind auction showcases the meeting of human ingenuity and artificial intelligence in a portrait of computing pioneer Alan Turing, crafted by a robot.

Kim Utlaut previously spent 20 years at The Coca-Cola Co. The post Build-A-Bear Workshop Appoints New Senior Vice President and Chief Brand Officer appeared first on The Toy Book.

LEGO has begun building factories in Vietnam and Richmond, Virginia, where it plans to continue using renewable energy. The post LEGO Goes Green: Klando Factory Expands Renewable Energy by Over 100% appeared first on The Toy Book.

There is always something so intriguing to me about a collaboration when the brands really just go for it. But, I guess if one of the collaborators is Takashi Murakami, it’s sort of hard not to. For those uninitiated, Murakami is a contemporary Jap

The lineup features remasters of beloved classics and new Universes Beyond collaborations. The post Wizards of the Coast Unleashes 2025 Product Lineup at MagicCon: Las Vegas appeared first on The Toy Book.

Bremont has undergone a drastic brand transformation in the last year or so, moving away from what many would consider their rather reserved British design language to something more daring and youthful. The Terra Nova could really be considered the

Germany is the home of many prominent timepiece manufacturers. The most notable city known for watchmaking is Glashütte; however, another city, Pforzheim,, located roughly 560 kilometers away, has its own proud watchmaking history. Brands calling Pf

On this week’s episode of A Week in Watches, Zach Kazan and Zach Weiss, take you inside Windup Watch Fair New York City 2024. The biggest and best Windup yet, there were over 140 brands in attendance and tens of thousands of guests. Unfortunately,

Alex Guarneri will oversee sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and more. The post Candyrific, Hilco Sweets Name New Director of Sourcing appeared first on The Toy Book.

This strategic decision was made during an ongoing operations evaluation. The post Diamond Comic Distributors to Consolidate Warehouse Operations appeared first on The Toy Book.

The latest consumer surveys project coins will jingle just as much as the bells this holiday season! The post NRF: Holiday Retail Spending Expected to Smash Records in 2024 appeared first on The Toy Book.

This 1980s-inspired plush collection doesn't include the Doozers, but it's still a doozy! The post New Little Tikes Fraggle Rock Plushes Take Us Back to the Rock appeared first on The Toy Book.

There was a time not too long ago when the new watches that Seiko debuted this week would have broken the internet. The new SPB481, SPB483 and SPB485 are, plain and simple, some of the strangest releases we’ve seen from Seiko in quite some time. It

A 30th anniversary is no small thing for a brand. For some perspective, only 25% of new companies even survive for 15 years. As such, it’s rightly a cause for celebration. This year, A. Lange & Söhne is celebrating two anniversaries, the 25th

You might be familiar with the work of Justin Walters through his work with Marin Instruments, which burst onto the microbrand watch scene back in 2021 with a unique, contemporary spin on the classic skin diver. Justin has just launched a new brand,

The Toy Association’s survey finds parents prioritizing holiday toys above all else. The post Holiday Toys Are Top Concern of Parents’ Budgets appeared first on The Toy Book.

Young customers can participate in an in-store scavenger hunt for their favorite superheroes. The post Miraculous, Ghostforce Partner with Burger King France appeared first on The Toy Book.

The company plans to empower teams to make quicker decisions and deliver innovation faster. The post Exclusive: Hasbro Begins Organizational Changes to Fuel Growth, Innovation appeared first on The Toy Book.

My Geneva Watch Days meeting with Ming Thein was easily one of my favorites of that whirlwind week. It was one of those hours where you’re presented with watch, after watch, after watch, and you kind of can’t help but get lost in all of the cool

With experience growing significant brands such as Mattel and Peanuts, Nowicki is primed to take the Miraculous franchise to the next level. The post Miraculous Corp Welcomes Roz Nowicki as Global Head of Consumer Products appeared first on The Toy B

Allow them to reintroduce themselves... The post RMS International Plots Major U.S. Relaunch appeared first on The Toy Book.

Showcase your products to retailers and key industry executives in one of our most-read issues of the year! The post Submit Your Products: The BIG Toy Book 2025 Edition appeared first on The Toy Book.

The line will include vehicles, playsets, and more. The post TOMY International To Launch ‘Karters’ Toy Line appeared first on The Toy Book.

This issue will highlight innovative products across multiple categories, including STEM, MESH, digital, sustainability, and more... The post Submit Your Products: The Toy Book’s International Innovation Issue is Coming Soon! appeared first on

If you’ve followed our recent coverage of Straum, you probably already know that they’ve been teasing a new entry in their Jan Mayen collection for some time. This weekend, at the Windup Watch Fair, the new watch from the Scandinavian brand made

You could say it's "A New Hope" for train lovers of all ages. The post NYCC: The Empire Strikes Track with Lionel x Star Wars Collaboration Revealed for 2025 appeared first on The Toy Book.

A holiday tradition continues with an all-new, 3-in-1 set. The post Hess Toy Truck Lights Up the Holidays With 60th Anniversary Edition appeared first on The Toy Book.

Oris is reaching a huge milestone, and that’s the 60th anniversary of their renowned Divers Sixty-Five, a watch collection that’s always been imbued in 1960’s nostalgia. Today they’re updating the Divers Date, a collection that on first glanc

While it’s probably apocryphal, Pablo Picasso was once quoted as saying, “Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.” I was reminded of this quote when I was introduced to the new watches from Paulin, the Modul D and E. L

One of the most interesting new watches (and new brands) to surface at Geneva Watch Days this year was the Albishorn Maxigraph, made in collaboration with Massena LAB. Now, just a few months after their debut, Albishorn is back with their second effo

This year’s Holiday Gift Guide includes more than 240 items from more than 150 companies. The post NYCC: The Pop Insider Unleashes its Sixth Annual Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on The Toy Book.

If you’ve been paying any attention to H. Moser & Cie. over the last few years, one thing should be abundantly clear — the Swiss watchmaker likes to keep things simple. While they may occasionally indulge themselves with an overwhelming quant

Anyone else have a watch that you look forward to seeing on the wrist of someone else? I think if you’ve been part of this community long enough, it’s almost a certainty. Invariably a friend or colleague will own something that you genuinely look

Shop early and often to avoid disappointment and overspending! The post The Toy Insider Reveals Top Holiday Toy Trends of 2024 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Mattel’s Tara McGrath, Spin Master’s Mike Bisogno, and Freeman PR’s Amy Friedland join the innovative community for toy professionals. The post People of Play Announces New Advisory Board Members appeared first on The Toy Book.

3D printing speeds up the design process of Radio Flyer's iconic toys. The post Radio Flyer Utilizes Formlab Fuse 3D Printers in Prototype Production appeared first on The Toy Book.

Toys and collectibles are invading New York Comic Con in a big way... The post NYCC: 12 Must-Attend Toy & Game Industry Panels appeared first on The Toy Book.

The brand collaboration celebrates the need for rest and creativity. The post LEGO Encourages Creativity with COLORSxSTUDIOS and Jacob Collier appeared first on The Toy Book.

Consumers can enjoy Neighborhood Toy Store Month by shopping locally across the U.S. next month. The post Independent Retailers Prep for ASTRA’s Neighborhood Toy Store Month appeared first on The Toy Book.

The brand occupies two mall floors and offers interactive shopping experiences. The post Miniso Unveils Exclusive Harry Potter Collab at Langham Place Pop-Up appeared first on The Toy Book.

Founded in 1948, Yema is an independent French watch manufacturer in Morteau, France, which as Yema reminds us, is “the birthplace of French watchmaking.” The third-generation Bôle family operates it alongside a team of watchmakers with over 40

Crayola Studios and Hallmark are celebrating Rainbow Brite’s 40th anniversary by relaunching the pop culture icon with a new feature film and TV series. Producers Neal H. Moritz and Toby Ascher, who have worked on movies including Fast & Furiou

Bell & Ross is expanding on their enthusiast focused BR-X5 with a boutique edition iridescent dial variant, housing their manufacture calibre BR-CAL.323. For those that aren’t already familiar with the BR-X5 launched in 2022, this is a relative

Arizona’s SēL Instruments have been making, literally, bomb proof watches since 2017. The term overengineered is often thrown around in watchmaking, but no other brand quite embodies this term the way SēL Instruments does. Not only do they engine

Brew has had quite a run with their Metric chronograph. When the watch first appeared in the summer of 2021, it was clear that the brand had a hit on their hands, but it’s grown into what I think could fairly be called full fledged phenomenon statu

LEGO will open a factory in Vietnam in 2025. The post The LEGO Group Plans Training Program in China Ahead of New Factory Opening appeared first on The Toy Book.

Both Ruvin and Bisman will work closely with the CEO of the nonprofit to elevate its brand and advance its mission. The post Sesame Workshop Promotes Hallie Ruvin to SVP of Communications & Public Affairs, Aaron Bisman to SVP of Marketing appeare

The program kicked off on World Teachers' Day, October 5, 2024. The post MAGNA-TILES Continues Partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, Helps Classrooms Nationwide appeared first on The Toy Book.

The last few years have been good for enthusiasts of classically designed, complicated watches. Historically the purview of the exorbitantly wealthy, the complicated dress watch has become increasingly democratized in recent years, thanks in no small

2025 is shaping up to be a big year for '80s kids. The post The Loyal Subjects, Hasbro Serve Up More Details on ‘Retro Reimagined’ Brand Partnership Plans appeared first on The Toy Book.

SEVEN aims to redefine the concept of entertainment with the inclusion of e-karting experiences to six of its recreational complexes. The post Saudi Entertainment Ventures Joins Forces with Mattel to Bring Hot Wheels Electric Karting Experience to Sa

Conor McGregor and others are heading to toy departments this spring. The post PMI, UFC Jump Into the Octagon for New Toy Line in 2025 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Return-to-office mandates can be pretty lame, but this one makes it fun. The post 9 to 5 Warriors Returns to Kickstarter as The Bandits Strike Back appeared first on The Toy Book.

The discovery of the Golden Owl marks the end of a 30-year quest that blended tricky riddles, chancy clues, and oodles of adventure across France.

The 2024 virtual event will close with the launch of Hasbro’s second annual Women Innovators of Play Challenge. The post Tune Into Hasbro’s Women Innovators of Play! appeared first on The Toy Book.

As watch enthusiasts, we all have our weaknesses. Some feature or design quirk that makes very little sense in practical terms, but nonetheless appeals to us in ways we can barely even describe. Something that falls into this category for me is the

The affable and longtime co-host of the wildly popular reality TV show, "American Pickers," Fritz never fully recovered from a stroke he suffered in 2022.

Clement Meynier, an engineer, was fascinated by the automotive and horological world, which led him to enroll in a watchmaking training center in Geneva. Six years ago, he established his watch brand called Depancel, a name derived from a combination

When we build a post on the Worn & Wound website, there’s a box you can check to indicate what type of watch we’re writing about. The options are what you expect: diver, dress, casual, pilot, sport. The list is pretty full. At the bottom, tho

‘Piece by Piece’ is coming to theaters next month; the Over the Moon set is available now. The post The LEGO Group and Pharrell Williams Celebrate Their Collaborations appeared first on The Toy Book.

Todd Snyder has once again teamed up with a quintessentially American maker to produce a highly limited field watch — and it’s not who you think. For decades now, and particularly since the founding of his eponymous brand in 2011, Todd Snyder ha

Four new products have been revealed; some are available as soon as today. The post Avalon Hill Reveals New Games at This Year’s SPIEL Essen appeared first on The Toy Book.

The winged hourglass is a memento mori, historically symbolizing that our time on earth is fleeting. It encourages us to make the best of the time we have. In other words, time flies, and Longines has been using their version of a winged hourglass lo

Stanichi was formerly Senior Vice President, Hot Wheels and Global Head of Vehicles The post Mattel Names Roberto Stanichi Executive Vice President, Hot Wheels & Head of Vehicles and Building Sets appeared first on The Toy Book.

I attended the 5th year of Nomos’s annual forum this week, and even though the theme was about design and colors, it was the new manual winding movement that received the most attention.  As a seasoned writer who has closely followed Nomos’s

This month, shoppers can experience in-store demonstrations of all 14 Top Toys. The post Toys “R” Us Canada Reveals 2024 Top Toy List appeared first on The Toy Book.

When we last checked in with Maen, they had just released their latest collaboration with visual artist seconde/seconde, a take on their popular Manhattan integrated bracelet sports watch that was both playful in its aesthetic and sober in its theme.

Zenith, for the third year in a row, has joined forces with Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, on a limited edition watch meant to highlight the work Susan G. Komen is doing and raise money for the organizatio

The licensing fees from the agreement will fund grants for nonprofits and community projects. The post Own the Doge Is Coming to ‘Roblox,’ ‘Fortnite’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Lorca, founded just about two years ago by New York City based watch enthusiast and recording artist Jesse Marchant, has unveiled their second watch. The new watch, the appropriately named Model No.2, is a follow up to the GMT we looked at in the ear

There is something incredibly satisfying about good design. Sure, this may seem like a basic statement; but, in the world we live in today, maybe it isn’t. So much of the watch market now relies on a steady IV drip of collaborations, bright colors,

The company looks to honor its legacy of innovation and fun with a hint of nostalgia... The post Lionel Trains Celebrates 125 Years of Fun and Innovation appeared first on The Toy Book.

New initiatives, attractions, and expansions are in store from Toys ”R” Us Asia and its partners. The post Toys ”R” Us Asia Debuts New Store Concepts for Kids and Kidults appeared first on The Toy Book.

When I think of Louis Erard, two things tend to spring to mind: regulators and collaborations. As a brand, they have mastered each of these, and they have contributed to some of my favorite releases in recent years (the brand’s whimsical collaborat

This is the brand's 15th U.S. location. The post Pop Mart Launches New Chicago Location appeared first on The Toy Book.

This list features 150 popular toys for every age this holiday season. The post Toys ‘R’ Us, Macy’s Reveal 2024 Geoffrey’s Hot Toy List appeared first on The Toy Book.

Fans gain access to a new documentary, hours of bonus content, and exclusive action figures only available through the campaign. The post New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Documentary Launches on Kickstarter appeared first on The Toy Book.

Select LEGO artists head to LEGO HQ to share their amazing creations. The post 15 International LEGO Fans Showcase Masterbuilds at LEGO House, Denmark appeared first on The Toy Book.

These trends will help brands stay competitive and innovative. The post BrandTrends Shares 8 Licensing Trends for 2025 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Grose brings over 15 years of toy industry expertise to his new role. The post Innov8 Creative Academy Hires Dave Grose as Senior VP and Director of Global Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

Earlier this year, Zenith revealed a revived version of a classic part of their past in the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar. The triple calendar, with apertures for day and month alongside the 9:00 and 3:00 subdials, is an old fashioned complic

Back in January 2023, Fears and Christopher Ward collaborated on the Alliance 01, the first limited edition watch made specifically for the Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers. The watch became an immediate cult sensation, partly due to its un

When you work in the watch industry, one of the questions you get asked over and over again is “What’s the best watch for $XXX?” The dollar amount is constantly shifting depending on who is asking the question or their level of horological curi

There are a handful of constants in the watch world that are truly worth celebrating: the annual crush of people on Geneva each spring for Watches & Wonders, the annual debate over whether a “summer watch” is a thing, and that first comment o

Not since the Beatles have four individuals teamed up to create something greater than the sum of its parts. While this might be just a tad hyperbolic, the new This Is Our Time Megapod watch in a cross-collaboration between Amstersdam’s Ace Jeweler

Miraculous garnered more than 40 billion views on YouTube prior to this collaboration. The post Miraculous Corp, Simba Dickie Group Strike ‘Miraculous’ Licensing Deal  appeared first on The Toy Book.

Panerai has announced a quartet of watches made in partnership with the U.S. NAVY SEALS, a capsule collection meant to highlight the brand’s mission of crafting reliable, purpose driven watches. All of the models share an aesthetic link through the

For as long as I can remember, movies have been my deepest obsession and primary interest. Watches came much later in comparison and followed half a dozen other deep dives into hobbies both mainstream and incredibly niche (talk to me about Scotty Cam

When it comes to mastering the balance between refinement and artistry, does anyone do it better than Japanese watchmakers? King Seiko’s latest additions to the KSK line-up just proved my point. These three new references – the latest from the re

Fans will get to dive deeper into the thrill of top speed racing, brick by brick. The post Racing to Play: LEGO, F1 Launch Fan Experience Partnership in 2025 appeared first on The Toy Book.

The deal includes multiple opportunities for licensing in toys and games. The post Race On! Le Mans, IMG Extend Licensing Deal to 2029 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Toys "R" Us is curating gifts through a new e-commerce site. The post USPS Teams Up with Toys ‘R’ Us for Operation Santa appeared first on The Toy Book.

This is the first time a Formula One driver has piloted a life-size LEGO build… The post F1 Star Lando Norris Leads LEGO, McLaren Partnership at Silverstone appeared first on The Toy Book.

Wisconsin-based PlayMonster first picked up the KOOSH license in 2021. The post Hasbro, PlayMonster Extend KOOSH Collaboration to 2027 appeared first on The Toy Book.

Minase, the independent Japanese watch brand, and our friends at watch media outlet Fratello have collaborated on a third edition of the brand’s cult favorite M-3. After versions in purple and green each of the last two years, this latest release s

With the release of G-SHOCK’s latest references, you can tell that the brand is in it for the long haul. Ten years, to be exact. Yes, you read that right – G-SHOCK is promising a ten-year battery life on their latest GA-010 and GD-010 watch serie

“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” It’s been 235 years since Ben Franklin wrote those words, and I think it’s fair to say he pretty much hit the nail on the head with them. That said, he lived in a diff

This year's Holiday Gift Guide packs a punch with more value than ever and more than 375 toys from 139 established and emerging toymakers. The post The Toy Insider Unwraps the Hottest Holiday Toys for 2024! appeared first on The Toy Book.

It’s kind of hard to believe, but in the long history of Doxa divers, they’ve never made a dive watch with a lefty crown. That’s a bit surprising only because we tend to associate Doxa with the manufacture of professional grade dive instruments

There are few things that I enjoy writing about more than a crazy new watch from Bell & Ross. These watches are catnip for me, whether it’s something along the lines of my beloved Multimeter, a watch incorporating a giant skull, or a case that

The expanded licensing program will launch in the U.K. next year. The post Spin Master, WildBrain CPLG Bring ‘Vida the Vet’ Worldwide appeared first on The Toy Book.

New today from Baltic, a trio of limited edition versions of their Prismic “cocktail watch,” each with a colorful stone dial. The watches have been announced to celebrate Baltic’s new showrooms, one exotic dial for each. The Paris showroom is t

There are only two stops remaining before the Hot Wheels Legends Tour Semi-Finals. The post 1957 BMW Isetta Wins Hot Wheels Legends Tour Houston appeared first on The Toy Book.

During the global pandemic lockdowns, many people found themselves with more free time. Some chose to learn how to make sourdough bread, some indulged in playing video games, and others channeled their creativity into new endeavors. Richard Benc was

On episode 89 of A Week in Watches, Zach Weiss checks out a trilogy of new releases. First up, from the UK is Christopher Ward’s new C60 Lumiére. Featuring big blocks of Globolight, it’s a lume fiend’s dream. Next is a new and long-awaited Sin

The company unites leading players in the art, jewelry, and toy & family sectors... The post Ross Clark Named CEO of Adventure Media Holdings appeared first on The Toy Book.

If you’ve chatted with the Formex team at a Windup event over the course of the last year or so, they have subtly teased their latest release, the Stratos UTC. It’s a watch that’s been in the works for some time, and a pretty big move for the b

The new senior leadership team focuses on strategic management expertise across key territories, partnerships, finance, and operations. The post WildBrain CPLG Announces New Leadership Structure to Drive Growth appeared first on The Toy Book.

The company is striving to have a more global name. The post ZURU Toys Expands Marketing Team to Drive Global Growth appeared first on The Toy Book.

Norqain has just unveiled what is certainly their biggest release of the year, and quite possibly their most ambitious release since the debut of the Wild One two years ago. The new Independence Skeleton Chronograph expands on the design language we

Confession time: I’ve long been something of a Tissot PRX skeptic. The ultra popular watches have found a wide and enthusiastic audience, but for me they always seemed just a little too much like a Royal Oak homage. I know, I know – they are

Canspan BMG will cover Bonkers Toys' brands digital marketing for the rest of the year. The post Bonkers Toys Taps Canspan BMG for Q4 2024 Digital Marketing appeared first on The Toy Book.

“Attesa” is an Italian word that means “expectation” or “anticipation.” Since 1987, it has been the home of Citizen’s next-generation watches, where its expertise in processing titanium and employing innovative technolog

Top Italian licensing agency welcomes MGA into a new representation agreement. The post MGA Entertainment Pairs with Maurizio Distefano Advisory appeared first on The Toy Book.

While it can often feel like the watch industry today is an arms race of sorts to see who can come out with the best, brightest, and flashiest, it’s a nice respite to see a watch that is built with simplicity in mind. That, to me, is embodied in th

Bailey recently served as Head of Global Toys at Paramount. The post Moonbug Entertainment Selects Stephanie Bailey as Head of Global Toys appeared first on The Toy Book.

Breitling has been synonymous with pilot watches and aviation for 140 years. Throughout their illustrious history, many iconic collections have been produced, including the Premier, the Chronomat, and, let’s not forget, the world-famous Navitimer.

Close your eyes and come with me on a walk down memory lane. It’s 2006. I’m in my sophomore year of high school and it’s homecoming season. There’s a dance after the first football game of October and I’m out on the floor, in my very best o

Every year, for the last ten years(!) Apple has held a press event at their Cupertino, CA headquarters to highlight the launch of a new Apple Watch (and new iPhones, Air Pods, and iOS advancements). It’s kind of hard to believe that the Apple Watch

It’s probably not an exaggeration to say that GoPro is one of the most influential and consequential tech companies to spring up in the past two decades or so. Known for their easy to use, affordable, and compact action cameras, they have defined a

Kim Boyd shares how Hasbro supports female-identifying inventors in the toy industry. The post Talkin’ Toys: Hasbro’s Kim Boyd on ‘Women Innovators of Play’ Event, Commitment to Supporting Talent appeared first on The Toy Boo

It's a "collaBEARation" that extends Build-A-Bears connection to the NFL and its fans. The post Build-A-Bear Kicks Off NFL Season with Kansas City Chiefs Partnership as Kidults Score 40% of Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

The partnership will expand Professor Puzzle's retail presence in the U.S. The post Asmodee, Professor Puzzle Strike U.S. Distribution Deal appeared first on The Toy Book.

If you’d told me eighteen months ago that the TAG Heuer Carrera would, in very short order, find itself once again at the center of enthusiast interest, there’s a very good chance I’d have laughed you out of the room. And yet, here we sit, 17 m

Louis Erard continues their ongoing series of collaborations with important independent watchmakers via their Le Regulateur collection with a new group of limited editions made in collaboration with Stefan Kudoke. Kudoke is a German watchmaker who ha

Since 2019, watchmakers Roue have been updating their TPS model in new colors, bringing new life to a vintage-inspired design. In the past, we have covered their releases of Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, and Seven – so you can make a pretty educated

One of my first and most eagerly anticipated Geneva Watch Days meetings was with Favre Leuba, a brand that I’ve admired for a very long time, even as its modern incarnation felt like a shell of the brand of its vintage heyday. Favre Leuba is a bran

The shared stand was fully booked for the Tokyo Toy Show. The post Spielwarenmesse eG Sees Success with World of Toys Pavilion at the Tokyo Toy Show appeared first on The Toy Book.

The upward trajectory of Christopher Ward in the eyes of enthusiasts and collectors has been well documented over the last few years. The Bel Canto, of course, completely changed the game for the brand, and was an announcement to the broader watchmak

For more than 140 years, Alpina has made a name for itself as a premier watch brand for sportsmen and adventurers alike. Now under the Citizen Watch family, the Swiss brand continues to bring to market exciting watches that often punch way above thei

On episode 88 of A Week in Watches, Zach Weiss takes you through several new and wild releases. Geneva Watch Days kicked off last week and with it, many cool things were announced. But that’s not all, as there were some surprise announcements too.

Considered one of the finest menswear retailers on the planet, The Armoury has been dressing men since its inception in 2010. Since then, it’s grown to become as much a store as a brand itself. Under the discerning eye of founder Mark Cho, every el

How long would it take you to invent an entirely new kind of watch movement? Five years? Ten years? If your answer was 27 years, you’d be on the right track. That’s how long it took the Spring Drive movement to go from idea to reality at Seiko. I

If you had any doubts that the collaboration frenzy that has gripped the watch world has cooled, the first day of Geneva Watch Days may have gone a long way toward silencing that particular intrusive thought. Not only did we see a formal alliance bet

Well, it wouldn’t be Geneva Watch Days without some wild new release from Massena LAB. Last year, the well-known design house partnered with Sylvain Pinaud to offer up a take on Pinaud’s modern marvel of a chronograph. This year, they’re lookin

It’s been an undeniably good year for watches over at Oris. Whether your tastes skew toward the Aquis or the Divers Sixty-Five, there have been plenty of wonderful new additions to the Oris catalog in 2024, from the all-new Aquis introduced at Watc

The watch world descends upon Geneva this week for Geneva Watch Days, which means new releases, which have been on a slow drip all summer, are suddenly on a more aggressive clip. While several dozen brands are official participants in Geneva Watch Da

As India’s luxury market continues to grow, there has been an opportunity for more domestic-made brands to shine. One such brand is the Bangalore Watch Company. Since 2018, the brand has been making timepieces that are inspired by the rich landscap

Over the past few years, Zenith’s limited edition releases made in collaboration with Felipe Pantone have been a highlight among the deluge of collaborative limited editions that have become so popular as of late. The Zenith x Pantone pieces tend t

The lifestyle brand has more than 6,600 locations worldwide. The post Miniso Opens 200th U.S. Location in Santa Monica appeared first on The Toy Book.

Golden Bear's first toy will launch in the U.S. next month. The post Golden Bear Toys Names Carve Communications as U.S. Agency of Record appeared first on The Toy Book.

The M.A.D.1 has been a genuine phenomenon since it debuted three years ago. The M.A.D. brand, an offshoot of MB&F, exists almost by accident. The debut watch was made available to MB&F friends and family as an affordably priced “thank you

G-SHOCK has a long history of collaborations with athletes and the brand has worked its way into the culture of professional sports in a meaningful way over the years. It makes a lot of sense that G-SHOCK, a watch that is virtually indestructible, wo

He will stay at his post to assist in the transition to a new CEO to be named in Q4. The post Toysmith CEO Michael Keaton to Exit this Fall appeared first on The Toy Book.

News broke this morning that Chanel has invested a 25% stake in MB&F, one of our favorite independent brands. The investment comes on the eve of MB&F’s 20th anniversary year, and is being framed by the brand as future-proofing the company.

The collectible plush rides a wave of licensed WNBA products. The post Target Lands Bleacher Creatures Caitlin Clark Plush appeared first on The Toy Book.

It should come as no surprise to regular readers of Worn & Wound that we are big fans of Louis Erard. Their irreverent and original approach to watchmaking sets them apart in a crowded market and rarely fails to bring a smile (sometimes literally

Wolfson was previously CEO of Curiosity Ink Media. The post Blue Marble Appoints Jared Wolfson as CEO appeared first on The Toy Book.

Ahead of Geneva Watch Days next week, Urwerk has unveiled what will surely be in the running for “Watch of the Year” talk when 2024 comes to a close. The EMC SR-71 is a new variation of one of the independent brand’s most discussed and honored

The manufacturer has a heavy emphasis on slime and art toys. The post Canal Toys Names Marla Canfield Clark as Executive Vice President of Sales for North America appeared first on The Toy Book.

Ming is a brand that tends to elicit strong reactions from enthusiasts. They are certainly not to everyone’s taste, but those who love the brand really love the brand and are among the most enthusiastic collectors I’ve encountered in the watch wo

Xeric is a watch brand with a cult following based on a reputation for creating some of the most ingenious and affordable statement watches in the microbrand world. Their pieces are often conversation starters, featuring unusual time telling displays

The company attributes this growth to fan engagement and major partnerships. The post Mob Entertainment Reports Massive Growth for Brand Poppy Playtime appeared first on The Toy Book.

The soundtrack accompanies the film, which is in theaters now. The post Republic Records: Kids & Family Releases Ryan’s World Film Soundtrack appeared first on The Toy Book.

Once again, Glashütte Original is using this relatively slow late summer period in the watch industry to bring us some 1970s inspired funk by way of their extremely underrated Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date. You might recall that each of the la

All three games launch later this year. The post Three New Video Games Featuring Legendary’s Monsterverse Are on the Way appeared first on The Toy Book.

Longines has been experiencing significant success in the enthusiast space since their pilot-style Spirit line of watches launched. Over the last few years, they have introduced 39mm variants and a GMT version called the Spirit Zulu Time. Zulu time i

The network has a reach of more than 50 million followers. The post PlayMonster Reveals New Influencer Network appeared first on The Toy Book.

In its latest iteration of the Depthmaster, Swiss watch manufacturer Nivada Grenchen has just released their Purple Ghost limited edition. You may remember this model from last year’s review, but the new Purple Ghost has reimagined the classic dive

From Elmo’s friendly check-in to a full study, Sesame Workshop is committed to the country’s mental health. The post Sesame Workshop’s State of Well-Being Index Tackles Mental Health Crisis appeared first on The Toy Book.

Edmondson brings more than 15 years of sales experience to her new role. The post Hilco Sweets Introduces Emily Edmondson as New Executive Vice President appeared first on The Toy Book.

Edmonson brings more than 15 years of sales experience to her new role. The post Hilco Sweets Introduces Emily Edmondson as New Executive Vice President appeared first on The Toy Book.

Founded in 2015, Vero Watch Company is dedicated to creating well-built, durable, and reliable watches at affordable prices. All of their watches improve on the models that came before them. In 2020, this continuous development led them to partner wi

The new video game from Mattel, GameMill, and 3D Clouds launches in October. The post Mattel Teases New ‘Hot Wheels Monster Trucks: Stunt Mayhem’ Video Game appeared first on The Toy Book.

Studies suggest that around 15% of Americans have an FSA or HSA. The post Crawligator Expands Accessibility, Consumer Potential with HSA/FSA Eligibility appeared first on The Toy Book.

Don’t look now, but it really does feel like stone dials are having a moment in the enthusiast watch space. This, I have to admit, is one of the most unlikely trends in our hobby recently, but I’m very much here for it. For a long time, stone dia

University Games will be promoting the game in Chicago during the convention. The post University Games’ Smart Ass Is Now Available at Target Ahead of DNC appeared first on The Toy Book.

Farer has long been on my radar as a watch brand to trust not only for exceptional quality, but a distinct design language imbued into every new reference the British brand puts out. Take, for instance, the four new references from their latest Cushi

Blackjack gets a fresh coat of paint with this new card game. The post Players Put on Their Poker Faces for Playview Brands’ 21 Bluff appeared first on The Toy Book.

The companies will release the first game, Monkey Palace, this fall. The post The LEGO Group, Asmodee to Launch LEGO Board Games appeared first on The Toy Book.

Among the many Hodinkee collaborative limited editions released over the years, the TAG Heuer releases have consistently been acclaimed. The “Skipper” Carrera has become something of a legendary watch in the niche world of limited edition collabo

Readers, I’d like to invite you to step back in time. Let’s go all the way back to the middle of April of 2024, in the days following this year’s Watches and Wonders. Amidst much content creation by many a watch media figure, there was a single

Created on a computer nearly 40 years ago, the digital portrait of Blondie's lead singer is offered for sale by the engineer who worked with Warhol. The $26-million package also includes Warhol-signed floppy disks, digital images and the original Ami

Earlier this year, when Dutch independent brand Holthinrichs announced their new Signature Collection, we thought it was one of the most impressive new projects in indie watchmaking. It represented a bold shift for the brand, moving from complex, bes

The merger includes CHITAG, The TAGIEs, and more. The post The Toy Association & People of Play Reveal Merger; Mary Couzin to Join Association Leadership appeared first on The Toy Book.

A thing you discover about watch collecting after being involved in the hobby for a little while is that it’s a truly international endeavor. This manifests itself in a number of ways. The geography of the watchmaking industry is obviously somethin

In Episode 86 of A Week in Watches, we take a look at three exciting releases from the past couple of weeks. Yes, it’s summer, so things are slowing down, but there has been a surprising amount of cool stuff to keep us interested. Timex surprised u

Earlier this year we told you about Swiss brand Delma’s 100th anniversary celebration, which kicked off with the release of a limited edition tourbillon. Of course, plenty of brands release tourbillons and they are a natural for a celebratory watch

Each stop’s winner will have the chance to compete for a spot in the Garage of Legends during the Global Grand Finale this November. The post Small Car, Big Win: 7th Annual Hot Wheels Legends Tour Crowns Chicago Winner appeared first on The Toy Boo

While Grand Seiko’s history stretches back to the 1960s, the brand’s story in America is quite a bit more contemporary. Grand Seiko, for years, was a true hidden gem in the watch world, an insider’s secret that you had to be fairly deep into th

New from Christopher Ward, we’ve got news of the latest addition to their Trident line-up. The C60 Trident Pro 300 GMT marks the return of the complication that’s been a favorite among brand enthusiasts. Originally released just a year after the

The Scottish Watches Podcast has been disrupting the airwaves for over half a decade with their often sarcastic, frequently biting, but always fun brand of humor, honesty, and fairness. They present unfiltered opinions and conversations with various

Services will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024 The post In Memoriam: Beth Schlansky, Licensing and Retail Veteran appeared first on The Toy Book.

When you first see one of Konstantin Chaykin’s “Wristmons” pieces, it’s hard not to think it’s an elaborate prank. The imaginative and mechanically complex character watches do not have the aesthetic trappings of the serious horology that i

Okay, I admit it. I don’t really care about my watches’ accuracy. Don’t get me wrong, I want my watches to be relatively accurate — and I certainly want them to be in spec — but I want the watchmakers to care about that so I don’t have t

The brand no longer sell exclusively direct-to-consumer. The post KiwiCo’s Educational Play Products Land at Target, Barnes & Noble appeared first on The Toy Book.

Additional store locations will continue to open into next year. The post NEXCOM Enlists WHP Global to Bring Toys “R” Us to Military Families appeared first on The Toy Book.

Four years ago, like a phoenix, Nivada Grenchen rose from the ashes to reintroduce two of its most famous watches: the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver and the Antarctic. Shortly after, the Depthmaster and the F77 re-emerged, the latter joining the int

Casio is celebrating 50 years of TOM’s Racing with the release of a new racing-inspired chronograph. The Casio Edifice Sospensione TOM’s 50th Anniversary builds on Casio’s long history of technical, multi-function watches to deliver a fittingly

The presentation also delivered the first clip from the animated series debuting on Cartoon Network and Max next year. The post Exclusive: Lion Forge, Kidazzle, Preview ‘Iyanu’ Toys at SDCC appeared first on The Toy Book.

I think it might surprise some longtime readers and friends to learn that I kind of love the Olympics. I’m not the biggest sports fan and generally scoff at watches tied to athlete ambassadors and endorsements, but the sheer spectacle of the Olympi

Lacher & Co. (Laco) is widely considered one of the pioneers of the German pilot watch genre. They have been crafting Flieger style timepieces in Pforzheim since 1925 and have truly mastered the art. They are experts at blending almost a century&

It’s officially Space Watch Season. We just saw G-SHOCK release their latest collaborative release with NASA, and now Bulova returns with a new version of their popular Lunar Pilot, this one in a “blood moon” colorway. While the Lunar Pilot doe

German watchmaker NOMOS Glashütte has just released their latest Ahoi Neomatik 38 collection. Alongside Sky and Sand, we now have the Atlantic colorway. Inspired by the outdoor culture of seaside and island life, the Ahoi Neomatik 38 series combines

Unimatic, the Italian watch brand known for bringing a contemporary design language to a variety of classic sports watch tropes, has just unveiled their new permanent collection, the Toolwatch Series. The new watches, at a glance, might not look all

The ongoing saga of a controversial museum exhibit got a new twist when the curator revealed that the items on display, including purported Picasso paintings, were fakes.

Timex continues to dig into their archives to reissue some of their most interesting models from the past. Take, for example, the Enigma. Originally released in 1975, the watch became known as the “Mystery Dial” among watch enthusiasts for its il

This past weekend marked the 55th anniversary of the moon landing, unquestionably one of the greatest achievements in the history of humanity. When Neil Armstrong set foot on the lunar surface, it changed the world forever. We all know the story of O

Moose Toys will serve as the series' master global toy partner. The post Moose Toys Secures Licensing Deal for ‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

At Worn & Wound, we are not typically drawn to watches with extravagant diamond bezels and dials. However, we have stumbled upon something truly unique and special that we are confident will pique your interest, the Ulysse Nardin Diver Atoll in 3

The Roblox franchise expands with the Cobra Kai universe. The post Entering the Digital Dojo: Jawares Game Studio Presents ‘Cobra Kai: Karate Legends’ to Roblox appeared first on The Toy Book.

Lorier surprised us at the Windup Watch Fair in Chicago last week with a new release dubbed the Rambler, a collaboration with Indiana based Janus Motorcycles. For Lorier to collaborate with a motorcycle brand might not make much sense at first, but s

If you choose to, it’s really easy to look around the watch industry and throw up your hands in frustration that there are no new ideas. Even as we move through a period of what many hardcore enthusiasts agree is a new Golden Age of inventiveness i

Since Doxa’s relaunch in 2001, there have been multiple iterations and limited editions of their classic dive watches. These include contemporary versions with various depth ratings, multiple dial colors, and new case materials. In May of last year

A dedicated endcap and exclusive variants are on deck for the months ahead. The post Walmart Enters the NacelleVerse as Biker Mice, RoboForce, Others Expand at Retail appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Toy Association and The Toy Foundation make big plans for September with a sure-fire way to speed things up... The post Blues Traveler Set to Rock ‘Party with a Purpose’ as LA Fall Toy Preview Sells Out; TOTY Nominations Open appeared

Runtz succeeds Barb Plain following her retirement. The post Learning Resources Promotes Tom Runtz to Vice President of Product Development appeared first on The Toy Book.

The companies have formed MGA Zapf Creation GmbH. The post MGA Entertainment, Zapf Complete Merger appeared first on The Toy Book.

The latest from Furlan Marri pays tribute to a classic watch design while adding just enough of a twist to make it feel contemporary. The new Disco Volante takes a circular, flying saucer-like case that first became popular in the 1930s as its starti

Astor+Banks has debuted the long awaited Sea Ranger M2, a watch that brand founder Andrew Perez has been working on, tinkering with, and previewing for over a year. At this weekend’s Windup Watch Fair in Chicago, he finally had production versions

In recent years, the Windup Watch Fair has played host to a number of notable debuts from some of our favorite watch brands. It’s a great time to launch a watch, after all. With hordes of watch enthusiasts descending on Chicago’s Venue West over

Hasbro also promoted two executives internally. The post Hasbro Adds Chief Digital Information Officer Amid Digital Transformation appeared first on The Toy Book.

The film’s soundtrack is available for preorder now. The post Soundtrack for ‘Ryan’s World’ Film to Feature Pentatonix, Other Artists appeared first on The Toy Book.

Christopher Ward has just released the latest in their popular retro-dive line-up, the C65 Super Compressor Elite. With technical upgrades and a new color palette, it’s one of the most exciting new additions for the UK-based watchmaker this year. 

We love quartz watches at Worn & Wound. For many of us, they were the first watches we ever wore, and represent a foundation of enthusiasm that has stretched on for years. There are many, many facets to quartz, and if you think of quartz watches

Nexus is open now in Texas and Tennessee. The post Gel Blaster Launches Hybrid Gaming System for Gel Blaster Experience Locations appeared first on The Toy Book.

This summer marks the fourth annual Christmas in July movement. The post Toys for Tots Christmas in July Initiative Returns appeared first on The Toy Book.

ProTek owner Barry Cohen is not what you would call a novice when it comes to tritium-illuminated timepieces. He pioneered the genre as Luminox’s original owner and founder, the brand that revolutionized tactical-style watches with continuous i

The three companies are partnering to form a new joint venture: Palworld Entertainment. The post Sony Music, Aniplex, Pocketpair Team Up for ‘Palworld’ Products appeared first on The Toy Book.

Montres Airain began in 1934 and quickly became well known for producing reliable, high-quality timepieces. During the 1950s and 1960s, they were among the chosen suppliers of the Type 20 Chronograph for the French Army, alongside Breguet and Dodane.

Diverse Marketing will represent PlayMonster across the majority of the company’s retail accounts. The post PlayMonster, Diverse Marketing Partner to Expand Retail Reach appeared first on The Toy Book.

Oris has unveiled their latest release in their ongoing “Change for the Better” campaign, a limited edition Aquis with a unique gradient dial. The Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV continues a tradition of partnership with the Reef Restoratio

Mt. Everest has long held a grip on our cultural consciousness – and for good reason. Not only is it Earth’s highest mountain, but it takes an almost superhuman amount of determination and grit to scale it. Then, of course, there is the rich hist

Between the UEFA Euro 2024 championships to the French Open to the upcoming Olympics in Paris, this is really a Summer for sports fans. And one of the world’s most famous races – The Tour de France – is sure to capture the attention of cycling

The late quilter's collection is set for a July 20, 2024 event.

I don’t know about you, but after seeing Challengers, I’ve been on a tennis kick lately. Having discovered the sport late in life, I’m now ravenously consuming all things tennis. So when I heard that Maurice de Mauriac has partnered with Racque

Monta has announced an upgrade to their popular Noble collection today with the Noble Voyager. This new watch expands on the Noble concept, which is an old-fashioned luxury sport watch with distinct refined details that place just a click outside the

Publicis One will work with Initiative to execute a smooth transition this summer. The post The LEGO Group Selects Publicis One as its New Global Media Agency appeared first on The Toy Book.

I’ll be upfront here: I love the Defy. All the Defys. I’ve said many times to many people that the Defy is probably my favorite sports watch line of all time. It’s certainly my favorite corner of the Zenith catalog, and vintage Defy references

Since the 1930s, the Breitling name has been synonymous with aviation, and its watches are the preferred choice for pilots worldwide, from commercial to military aviation. To commemorate its 140th anniversary of pioneering accomplishments, Breitling

Three years after the debut of the MR01, Baltic has updated their popular micro-rotor movement powered dress watch line in a big way. The new MR Roulette collection, which debuts today, offers a new take on the platform with a slightly more casual, s

The game launches this fall. The post Outright Games Unveils New Transformers Racing Game appeared first on The Toy Book.

One of the continuing small surprises of the watch landscape over the last few years is Tudor’s building of new relationships with professional athletes and sports teams. David Beckham, of course, has been an ambassador for years, but in a relative

If you’ve spent any time on the watch internet over the last few weeks, it should be no surprise that it’s dive watch season. Hardly a day goes by right now that some new dive watch doesn’t pop up on our radar, or come across our Instagram feed

The initiative aims to support emotional well-being and mental health through joy and laughter. The post Sesame Workshop Launches Gift of Giggles Campaign appeared first on The Toy Book.

Rowland brings extensive experience in retail and international sales. The post Kids2 Names Ian Rowland as Executive Vice President of Global Sales appeared first on The Toy Book.

ochs und junior has released the latest in their line of celestial-inspired watches, this time with a movement and complication ten years in the making. To look at it, the luna sole couldn’t be anything besides an ochs und junior and uses a series

When we think of Marathon’s watches, usually we tend to conjure images of hardcore tools designed for military service. The brand has made a name for itself as a supplier of military units, and the watches sold to civilians tend to reflect the sobe

The biggest gaming manufacturers come together under one virtual roof. The post Slam Dunk: Amazon Gaming Zone 3D Showcase Launches with Arcade1Up’s NBA Jam Deluxe Arcade Machine appeared first on The Toy Book.

Westin will be the first woman to lead the organization since co-founder Joan Ganz Cooney. The post Sesame Workshop Welcomes Sherrie Westin as CEO appeared first on The Toy Book.

You know the old philosophical question about the tree falling in the forest without anyone there to hear it? The new release from Hublot, a pair of Classic Fusions that make up the third installment of their “Essential Grey” collection, has me t

What was your first watch? Not your first mechanical watch, not your first nice watch, but actually your first watch. If you’re around my age, I’d hazard a guess that it was probably something fun. Neon Shark watches, bright G-Shocks, and outdoor

The multimedia company is making moves in promoting its brand's social media presence. The post Wind Sun Sky Entertainment Introduces 2 New Hires, Partners with Viral Nation on Content Deal with ‘The McCartys’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

The family destination will tap into RWS Global’s experience in live entertainment to expand its offerings. The post CAMP Partners with RWS Global for Live Shows, Experiences appeared first on The Toy Book.

Last year’s Pilot Majetek was one of the strangest releases of the year. Longines has long been incredibly skilled at raiding their own archives – they are perhaps better at this than any other brand – so when they come up with a new vi

Bell & Ross has significantly expanded their lineup of BR 03 divers this week, launching a total of five new references in the collection of sports watches inspired by aircraft instrumentation. The BR 03 line has been the subject of many incremen

The last time we brought you news of a Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein collaboration, it was one of their most ambitious efforts to date, a Swiss tourbillon coming in under CHF 16,000, which brings a different angle to Louis Erard’s stated goal of

And now, for something completely different from the brand that produces the most durable timepieces in the world. New from G-SHOCK, here we have the Beach Time Lapse Collection, a series of watches that perfectly embody the spirit of summertime. Spr

Another week, another green Oris Divers Sixty-Five. Just six days ago, Oris unveiled what could possibly be the ideal, enthusiast focused version of the Divers Sixty-Five. That model has a versatile 38mm case, the brand’s high-spec manufacture move

The game launches Oct. 11 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC. The post Outright Games to Launch ‘Nick Jr. Party Adventure’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

The former MGA Entertainment executive will report to CEO Julian Jacob. The post Wyncor Welcomes Fatima Chafai Isorce as Vice President, Global Marketing appeared first on The Toy Book.

Retter is a microbrand founded by New York native Deep Ghosh, and they’ve just released their second watch, the Mistral. The first Retter watch, the 22, was a sub $1,000 integrated bracelet sports watch. The Mistral represents a bigger swing, and c

Properties such as 'Maisey Mouse,' 'Guess How Much I Love You,' and ‘The World of Gustavo’ are Included in the licensing agreement. The post Licensing Street to Represent Trustbridge Global Media’s Properties appeared first on The Toy Book.

Garrick has officially unveiled the S3 MK2, the current top of the brand’s range, representing all that the British indie is capable of. Garrick is one of the most ambitious brands in the independent space, and like other brands that operate fully

Tyre will report to the President of Spin Master Entertainment, Jennifer Dodge. The post Spin Master Appoints Caroline Tyre as Vice President of Global Content Distribution appeared first on The Toy Book.

The games will be part of Nex's Play Pass subscription. The post Nex Playground Launches Sesame Workshop Games appeared first on The Toy Book.

The Seamaster Aqua Terra just got a makeover with an all-new black dial to add a bit of modernity to the model. Known for its ocean-inspired style, the Seamaster Aqua Terra collection has long been a favorite for those looking for a watch that has di

LEGO Games is also launching an update for LEGO Battle Arena. The post LEGO Unveils New Island on ‘Fortnite’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

From an idea to an empire, the Toys "R" Us story continues to unfold in new ways. The post AI-Generated ‘The Origin of Toys ‘R’ Us’ Brand Film Debuts at Cannes Lions appeared first on The Toy Book.

French watchmaker Henry-Louis Belmont established Yema in 1948 and quickly became known for manufacturing ultra-capable tool watches. By 1954 their production reached 130,000 watches and by the mid 1960s they were selling over 400,000 watches annuall

The Divers Sixty-Five has been a staple in the Oris collection since 2015. In the near decade since its inception, we have seen many iterations. Many of these have been community-driven, and there have also been collaborative projects with multiple p

There is almost no end to watches inspired by motorsport, but very few watches take that inspiration and do anything truly unique with it. Just yesterday, we brought you news of a new TAG Heuer Carrera that, in my opinion, is something of a by-the-nu

Officine Panerai was the brand that launched the “large watch” craze that began in the early 1990s, long before Sylvester Stallone got involved and before anyone else started making oversized watches. Prior to them, 38mm was considered jumbo, and

The iconic Blue Z Grill stamp, one of the rarest in philatelic history, shattered records by selling for an astounding $4.3 million at a recent auction.

Experience the grandeur and history of Buckingham Palace, the iconic residence of the British monarchy. From its stunning architecture to its lush artwork and furnishings, this royal landmark offers a captivating glimpse into the world of British roy

New locations will open at King of Prussia near Philadelphia and The Galleria in Houston. The post CAMP, Simon Expand Partnership for New Play-and-Shop Retail Experiences appeared first on The Toy Book.

One of the things we love about independent watchmaking is the ability for a brand to move swiftly on a project based on feedback from their clients, collaborators, and the watch world writ large. A new release from Collective and Armin Strom is a gr

TAG Heuer has unveiled their latest Carrera, another collaboration with Porsche, officially dubbed the Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963. As watch enthusiasts know, there’s a range of how “Porschey” these collaborations get. Sometimes they simp

Ferrara brings a background in marketing and sales within the realm of children’s titles. The post European Entertainment Company DeAPlaneta Taps Gianluca Ferrara for Kids & Family Division appeared first on The Toy Book.

For a brand that has been around since 1881, it only makes sense for Seiko to look back into their archives to recreate some of its most classic watches. That’s exactly what they’ve done with what has been billed the Heritage Design Re-Creation L

A little over a year on from the release of the DB Eight, De Bethune is following up the mono-usher chronograph with two new variants, each in gold, and each of which offers a welcome look back at the early days of the brand.  De Bethune is a brand

Christopher Ward is introducing a new variant in their popular Trident Bronze collection — this time with a deep blue ombré dial. The C60 Pro 300 Bronze Blue Ombré builds on the long evolution of the Trident collection, and serves as an excellent

What does it mean to be a pocket watch enthusiast in 2024? As a pocket watch appreciator (which I think is a distinct thing compared to a bona fide collector or someone who displays a real passion for these objects) I think there are at least two pot

I have long been skeptical of the integrated bracelet sports watch. It’s a genre of watch that I’ve never really lusted after, and while I can certainly appreciate the craftsmanship of a Royal Oak bracelet or the collectability of a rare Nautilus

There are only a few certainties in life: death, taxes, and new MoonSwatches being released every five or six months. Yes, as you’ve undoubtedly heard by now, Swatch and Omega have once again taken over your Instagram feed, knocking out three new v

The latest release from Farer once again shows us that small brands are doing some of the most interesting things in the watch industry this year. Their new Monopusher GMT collection is no different, combining a popular travel complication with an ol

The game will be available on PC, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. The post LEGO to Release ‘Horizon Adventures’ This Holiday Season appeared first on The Toy Book.

The board includes leaders from climate journalism, kid's media, education, and more. The post Wind Sun Sky Develops Future Chicken Advisory Board appeared first on The Toy Book.

Rosenberg boasts previous experience as a screenwriter, showrunner, and director. The post Elf Labs Welcomes Alyse Rosenberg as Senior Vice President of Content appeared first on The Toy Book.

Giles Ellis of U.K. based Schofield Watch Company had been working on what they are calling Obscura for 7 years. Just like some science fiction movies live in their creator’s imagination, until one day, the technology to bring them to life comes in

Canspan will market Hape's fall and holiday 2024 products. The post Hape Partners with Canspan BMG appeared first on The Toy Book.

The board includes leaders from climate journalism, kid's media, education, and more. The post Wild Sun Sky Develops Future Chicken Advisory Board appeared first on The Toy Book.

Niels B. Christiansen, CEO of The LEGO Group, and Sidsel Marie Kristensen, CEO of The LEGO Foundation, share insight into the importance of play. The post Everyone Needs to Play More, Our Future Depends on it appeared first on The Toy Book.

Seiko has recently released two references in their Astron GPS Solar collection. Both models, highlighting the beauty of the night sky, showcase not only the ever-evolving design elements of Seiko, but also the technical prowess of the Japanese brand

Yeatman brings prior experience across various entertainment companies. The post Mediawan, ZAG Welcome Andy Yeatman as CEO of Miraculous Corp. and Global Operations appeared first on The Toy Book.

Buxton brings more than 15 years of experience in consumer products, retail, and more. The post Razor Welcomes Erica Buxton as New President appeared first on The Toy Book.

Seiko has announced a new addition to their King Seiko lineup, and it’s their most radical release yet. Okay, maybe radical is a bold word choice for what is essentially a line of simple, sedate, and elegant dress watches, but this reinvention of t

Walking into Grand Seiko’s Madison Avenue boutique last week, I was ready for a fun evening with great company. After all, that’s what you expect anytime you go to an event hosted by Complecto. What I wasn’t expecting was the opportunity to che

One of my favorite watch discoveries last year was Atelier Holgur, whose debut diver, the Frømand, I reviewed last year. When I had it in for review I found it to be quite impressive on a number of levels, but the best thing about it was its commitm

This is a really good time to be interested in avant-garde watches. It seems like every week there are new watches coming to market and being announced that are well outside the confines of the “vintage inspired black dialed diver” that only a fe

The iconic game is teaming up with Spin Master, Super Impulse, ‘Minecraft,’ and more. The post ‘Tetris’ Celebrates 40 Years of Block-Stacking with New Licensing Partnerships appeared first on The Toy Book.

John Coyne, Craig Drobis, Deirdre Cross, and Stephen Davis are all joining the Moose Toys team. The post Moose Toys Welcomes 4 Senior Leadership Members to Newly Created Roles appeared first on The Toy Book.

Hodinkee and Parisian concept shop Merci have just released the Merci Instruments Beaumarchais H02 Limited Edition for Hodinkee for their second collaboration together. You’re undoubtedly familiar with Hodinkee, but for those uninitiated to the Mar

Jacques Bianchi Marseille has teamed up with Fratello Watches to create a new iteration of their already popular JB200 PoulPro. The new variant released today is now dubbed the JB200 PoulPro “Night Diver”, due to its new nocturnal layout consisti

Holthinrichs Watches has been a personal favorite brand of mine since I first encountered them shortly after their launch in 2016. They have always had a completely unique design language and a somewhat uncompromising vision, diving deeper and deeper

According to NASA, a nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space. Some nebulae come from the gas and dust thrown out by the explosion of a dying star, such as a supernova. Other nebulae are regions where new stars are beginning to form. For this

The companies will introduce the franchise to theme parks, entertainment centers, and more. The post Cloudco Partners with Bay Laurel Advisors for Care Bears-Themed Location-Based Entertainment appeared first on The Toy Book.

Is two-tone back? Is it on its way back? Has it returned and then left again? I feel like for as long as I’ve been involved in watches as a hobby, people have been saying all of the above regarding multiple metal watches. I think the most common sh

Over the last few years, De Rijke & Co. has built out an unlikely niche within the watch world: making highly desirable character watches featuring the beloved “Miffy” character, a staple of children’s books in the Netherlands, the brand’

The Good Game Co. and Djubi were both founded by Dave Yearick. The post Outdoor Play Line Djubi Returns to The Good Game Co. appeared first on The Toy Book.

D’Alleva brings more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role. The post Daron Worldwide Trading Welcomes Vinnie D’Alleva as CEO appeared first on The Toy Book.

The game is now available for both iOS and Android users. The post Revving Up the Fun: The LEGO Group and Fingersoft Unveil ‘LEGO Hill Climb Adventures’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Just last week, Chris Antzoulis brought you a profile of Romaric André, the designer behind seconde/seconde/. At this point, most of you who will find this story will know all about Romaric and seconde/seconde/, so the usual introductory blurb expla

The Toy Book's 40th volume continues with an EPIC fall toy preview! The post Submit Your New Products for The Toy Book’s Fall Preview Issue! appeared first on The Toy Book.

This year, Oris is celebrating its 120th anniversary with the release of a special edition timepiece, the Hölstein Edition 2024. Founded in the small village of Hölstein in 1904, Oris has built a legacy of creating high-quality mechanical watches w

MB&F has announced its second-ever chronograph, the LM Sequential Flyback, a spiritual and technical follow-up to the LM Sequential EVO that evolves its predecessor’s double chronograph with the addition of a flyback function, all in a platinum

It feels like not too long ago, TAG Heuer had completely revamped their Aquaracer line of dive watches, and for the most part, they were well received by the public at large. However, many collectors felt they had not gone far enough, especially with

Glyn will fill the President role while Reisbaum joins as Vice President of Sales. The post Shawn Glyn, Michael Reisbaum Join Uncanny Brands’ Executive Team appeared first on The Toy Book.

The licensing deal will result in board games, card games, and mobile apps. The post Toyetic Brands, ‘80s Game Show ‘Talk About’ Ink Exclusive Licensing Deal appeared first on The Toy Book.

Richard Dracass has previously worked for Upper Deck Entertainment, Wizards of the Coast, and more. The post Ultra Pro Names Gaming Industry Vet Richard Dracass as Director of Entertainment appeared first on The Toy Book.

Designing and creating your own watch is a dream for many collectors and enthusiasts. Think about the questions and topics of conversation that pop up at watch meetups over and over again and how often they trace back to this idea of what you would d

From colors and materials to safety and innovation, the ABC Kids Expo team offers the latest trends in kids categories. The post ABC Kids Expo Reveals Top Industry Trends at 2024 Show appeared first on The Toy Book.

Maurice de Mauriac in 1997, and helmed by twins Massimo and Leonard Dreifuss since 2021, has carved out a niche as one of the more playful and eccentric modern independent watch brands. Their watches are known for their use of color and materials, ev

While the antiquities dealer who raised the alarm over the thefts said he had provided "incontrovertible" evidence of the crime, his initial claims were dismissed by the museum.

Swiss watchmaker Louis Erard has recently collaborated with Donzé Cadrans, a veteran in the enamel dials field since 1972. As a first for Erard, the Le Régulateur Grand Feu Enamel model is adorned for the first time with a traditional grand feu ena

Figures, vehicles, dolls, plush, and playsets will hit retail next year. The post Jazwares Secures Global Master Licensing Rights for ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Once again, TAG Heuer has released a new Monaco chronograph to celebrate the running of the Monaco Grand Prix, which took place over the weekend in, you guessed it, Monaco. While it’s surely a bit on-the-nose to unveil a new chronograph that is nam

Partners include Mattel, Build-A-Bear, and more. The post Paramount Secures New Licensing Deals for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ‘IF’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

HarperCollins Productions’ timeless brand is bringing on new partners, including Tonies, The Loyal Subjects, and more. The post WildBrain Secures New Licensing Deals for Carmen Sandiego appeared first on The Toy Book.

This squishy, digital pet will be available in August at all major retailers. The post Spin Master to Expand Punirunes Distribution Globally appeared first on The Toy Book.

Bell & Ross is continuing to fill out their updated BR 03 collection with new references to accommodate the subtly smaller case they introduced last year. Brad Homes went hands-on with the new, more refined case right here, and found the differen

Growing up in the late ‘90s and early ‘00s, there were plenty of things I missed out on. I was too late to see the Rangers win the Stanley Cup, was rarely allowed to sit in rear-facing seats in the back of a car, and Nickelodeon’s Legends of th

The company made two new appointments along with internal promotions. The post Guru Studio Elevates Leadership Team with New Hires, Promotions appeared first on The Toy Book.

Summer might not officially be here for another month, but we can’t help it if we’re already feeling like the season is upon us. First of all, it’s hot all over the US right now, and warm temperatures have us thinking of the beach, drinks with

It’s been a few years since Ming released the massively popular 18.01 H41 dive watch, and fans of the brand have been clamoring for more ever since. It would have been easy enough for Ming to re-release the 18.01, maybe with a new colorway, but the

The partnership will officially launch at ASTRA next month. The post 4M Names The Toy Network as Exclusive Distributor appeared first on The Toy Book.

The new board members will start their three-year terms on July 1. The post Licensing International Elects 6 New Board Members appeared first on The Toy Book.

The new strategy board game is available for preorder now. The post Skybound Tabletop, Dire Wolf Launch Invincible: The Hero-Building Game appeared first on The Toy Book.

For nearly a decade, Chase Fancher and his team at Oak & Oscar, along with their partners, have not only been creating great and sporty timepieces, but they have also been creating a community. To them, the people that purchase their watches are

Wildbrain will represent the global licensing rights for the video game IP. The post Supercell’s ‘Brawl Stars’ to Get Cross-Category Licensing Expansion appeared first on The Toy Book.

It’s hard to believe, but this year marks the fifth anniversary of Serica, one of our favorite small brands to emerge in the affordable, independent watch scene. In a relatively short period of time, Serica has developed a truly distinct design lan

'Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War' figures will hit retail this summer. The post McFarlane Toys, Viz Media Sign Licensing Agreement for ‘Bleach’ Collectibles appeared first on The Toy Book.

The CGI-animated series will premiere globally on Netflix next year. The post Rainbow Studios Names Playmates Toys, Giochi Preziosi as Master Toy Partners for New ‘Winx Club’ Series appeared first on The Toy Book.

The toy collection will launch this fall. The post Bonkers Toys Inks Licensing Agreement with Invisible Narratives for ‘Skibidi Toilet’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Massena LAB has announced a new collaboration with independent watchmaker Raúl Pagès inspired by one of the most important Patek Philippe watches of the last century. The Absinthe, which serves as the direct follow-up to the pair’s massively succ

Three new games are set to hit retail by the end of the year. The post Mattel Partners with Outright Games to Launch New Game Titles appeared first on The Toy Book.

Discover the rich history, elegant spaces, and hidden stories within the walls of Kensington Palace. From royal childhood rooms to captivating exhibitions, this iconic London landmark invites you on a journey fit for kings and queens.

There are few brands that the watch community collectively holds in higher esteem than Jaeger-LeCoultre. Think about the truly historic names in watchmaking and you’ll find vocal groups of detractors for just about every single one. But JLC is diff

Timex has been on a roll as of late, with multiple successful collaborations with Keith Haring, Jackie Aiche, Seconde/Seconde, and the Peanuts gang to name a few. We recently featured the World-Famous Tennis Player Time x Peanuts on Worn & Wound.

Ahearn has held executive roles at LeapFrog, Hasbro, Mattel, and more. The post The Toy Association Names Greg Ahearn CEO, President appeared first on The Toy Book.

Back in December, we told you about one of the most curious projects to come across our desks in a long time. A new watch from a new brand, Kollokium, began making the rounds on social media and the watch-internet in the days and weeks following Duba

The upcoming film will have products from LEGO, Mattel, and more. The post Universal Pictures’ ‘Wicked’ Movie Secures New Licensing Deals Ahead of Release appeared first on The Toy Book.

The program will include licensed products and worldwide experiences. The post McDonald’s, IMG Ink Multiyear Licensing Deal appeared first on The Toy Book.

This coming June 6 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Vertex, the UK based watch brand headed by Don Cochrane, supplied 1,776 watches to British forces on D-Day, and to commemorate the occasion the brand has released a new reference. The M36 feels

Tori Cook will serve as Senior Vice President, Franchise Management and Paula Allen will fill the role of Publishing Consultant. The post Tori Cook, Paula Allen Join Hidden Pigeon Co. Team appeared first on The Toy Book.

This marks the brand's eighth permanent store in the U.S. The post Pop Mart Opens New Location on Las Vegas Strip appeared first on The Toy Book.

The trajectory of Sartory Billard over the last few years has been one of the most unusual and interesting stories in the world of independent watchmaking. The brand had long been established as a leader in fully bespoke watches. The entire premise o

The licensing agency will represent Boat Rocker’s scripted and classic brands. The post Boat Rocker Selects Firefly Brand Management as U.S. Licensing Agency appeared first on The Toy Book.

The licensing rights were previously held by Addo Play. The post ZURU Secures Licensing Rights for Fugglers appeared first on The Toy Book.

Collins will manage Hasbro's various strategic partnerships. The post Hasbro Promotes Casey Collins to President of Global Licensed Consumer Products and Partnerships/Alliances appeared first on The Toy Book.

The collection will include minifigures, keychains, die-cast vehicles, and more. The post Heathside Trading Inks Licensing Agreement with Ubisoft for ‘Rabbids’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

The collection is expected to be available online this fall. The post McFarlane Toys, UFC Team Up for New Collectibles appeared first on The Toy Book.

Pink is everywhere you look these days. Whether at the movies with Barbie and Mean Girls or on the pitch and track with Inter-Miami and Alpine, pink is undoubtedly experiencing a moment. If you need further proof of this, look no further than Pantone

Moose Toys' fall Bluey collection includes the Heeler Celebration Home, new plush, and more. The post BBC Studios, Moose Toys Extend Licensing Deal for ‘Bluey’ appeared first on The Toy Book.

Following a successful Walmart debut, the NFT-based toy line is expanding its retail presence. The post PMI Kids’ World’s Pudgy Penguins Toys Arrive at Target appeared first on The Toy Book.

The collection will be available in 2025. The post Character Arts, Ruz Partner for ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’ Plush appeared first on The Toy Book.

The popular horror game is being brought to life in multiple ways with these new deals. The post Mob Entertain Makes ‘Poppy Playtime’ Deals with Legendary Entertainment, Scholastic appeared first on The Toy Book.

The company adds two new leadership appointments and headquarters in Miami. The post Moonbug Appoints Ashley Maidy Managing Director of Consumer Products, Expands to Latin America appeared first on The Toy Book.

Hasbro will have exclusive North American distribution rights for the popular tile-placement game. The post Lemada Light Industries, Hasbro Games Partner for Rummikub Distribution appeared first on The Toy Book.

Hylton joins with more than 20 years of financial experience under his belt. The post Sambro Appoints Chris Hylton as CFO appeared first on The Toy Book.

Streff will work to expand the company's North American licensing program. The post Lisa Streff Appointed as Global Merchandising’s SVP of Licensing & Brand Development for North America appeared first on The Toy Book.