The Dr. Strangebrand Files: A Fragrance That Smells Like Play-Doh (and Profits)

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If you think hard enough, there’s a nostalgia brand you hold close to your heart. It’s something with the power to transport you back to a different time and place with a logo, color, scent or flavor. And, yes, even Dr. Strangebrand finds himself indulging in this sentimentality. Read More…

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The 4 Style Trends Driving Home Purchases in 2012

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Home design is driven by what’s “in,” but how do you make sure your brand falls into that elusive category? We often turn to the Ambiente trend report for a big picture look at where style in the housewares category is headed. Read More…

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News Roundup: 4 New Brand Extensions Cook Up Products for the Home Chef

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It’s almost time for the International Home + Housewares Show, where a flurry of new brands will vie to make a splash in consumer homes. Here are few recent housewares brand extensions that caught the attention of our taste buds: Read More…

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Like Owner, Like Pet: Why People Brands are Moving into the Pet Category

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Many pet owners treat their four-legged friends just like any other member of the family. But it still might surprise you to learn how many people brands have jumped into the pet category. Think Harley-Davidson, Omaha Steaks, Moschino, Ralph Lauren, Martha Stewart and other household names. There’s something consumers can buy to pamper their pets at every retail, brand and price level—and in nearly every product category. Read More…

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