Ladies' Home Journal was an American magazine last published by the Meredith Corporation. It was first published on February 16, 1883, and eventually became one of the leading women's magazines of the 20th century in the United States. 

The last issue was in 2016. 

Retrobrands is the new owner of this iconic magazine and we are seeking Licensee's. 

A relaunch  of this 133 year old famous brand  via an e-magazine on the internet is a success story waiting to happen.

Let's start talks!


Broad online marketplaces, often with global reach. Ex.: Amazon, eBay, Alibaba, and Mercado Libre.

LADIES HOME JOURNAL E-Magazine

During the 1990's every mall in America had a PETITE SOPHISTICATE which catered to the upscale petite business woman. For decades petite women could not locate fashionable clothing until PETITE SOHISTICATE  came onto the scene. At one time there were over 700 stores.  Today, "used" clothing with the PETITE SOPHISTICATE label sells for premium prices on sites like Poshmark and Ebay.
Move fast to grab the License to open a worldwide E-Commerce store front for this American iconic apparel brand.

Large, big-box retailers that carry a broad range of products. Ex: Walmart, Target, and Tesco.

Slightly more value-focused than high-end department stores. Ex: Kohl’s, and Dillard’s.

Traditional, multi-category stores with mid-to-high price ranges. Ex: Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, and John Lewis.

Selling directly to consumers without 3rd-party retailers. Ex.: Brand-owned e-commerce sites, subscription boxes (Dollar Shave Club), and brand pop-ups.

Stores focused on specific product verticals or hobbies.

Sell surplus or out-of-season merchandise at lower prices. Ex: T.J. Maxx, Ross, Marshalls, and Outlet Malls.

PETITE SOPHISTICATE E-Commerce Store

Retro and Nostalgic games and toys are in high demand.
90's toys especially for teen girls had a # 1 seller called DREAM PHONE. It was like "Mystery Date" but utilized a telephone. The game can be updated to a "Smart Phone". Using "Social Media' marketing the updated DREAM PHONE can sell tens of millions of units. Lets discuss this project ASAP.

Stores focused on broad reach and/or price sensitivity.

DREAM PHONE Game for Teen Girls

TIDY WIPES have been around for over 50 years. With the return of CoVid . the Flu and other health issues throughout America, the "wipes" business is still booming. Lets put a well known brand name onto your product line!

Primarily food-focused, but often include general merchandise sections. Ex: Kroger, Whole Foods, and Carrefour.

TIDY WIPES

Karaoke is a worldwide sensation. During the 1970's and 1980's MR. MICROPHONE was the Karaoke instrument that every kid used. The microphone was broadcast through your cars radio speaker. Now with todays technologies, MR. MICROPHONE can be used anywhere. We sold over 600,000 units in 2019 and we are seeking a new Licensee for 2024.
Many brand extensions are also viable for this iconic brand.

MR. MICROPHONE

Boating is a multi billion dollars industry. Launched in the 1930's, FEATHERCRAFT BOATS were America's first all hand made aluminum lake and river boats made with "rivets". There are FEATHERCRAFT collectors and clubs throughout America. A relaunch of this iconic river and lake boat would be a success.

FEATHERCRAFT BOATS

DRIVE YA NUTS!

Launched in the 1990's by MATTEL, we are now the new owners of the brand.

There is a high demand for retro legacy toys, games and puzzles.

Licensee will need to make a new mold for the game.

Launch can be achieved by 2025.

DRIVE YA NUT! Retro Puzzle

Launched in the 1970' along with FIDDLE FADDLE, SCREAMING YELLOW ZONKERS invented the caramel corn popcorn snack.  Retro brands are in high demand and the snack industry has exploded. A relaunch of the famous SCREAMING YELLOW ZONKERS can easily generate $5 to $10 million dollars a year in revenue.

SCREAMING YELLOW ZONKERS

PUSS ' N BOOTS cat Food brand was huge in the 1960s and 1970's. The three blockbuster PUSS & BOOTS movies from Pixar has made the PUSS N BOOTS name known globally.
Retrorbands America owns the exclusive rights to this iconic brand for CAT FOOD and all related products such as cat toys, cat designed apparel, footwear, toys, etc. etc.
The pet food industry is valued at around $ 143 Billion Dollars. Let's get our share using this famous brand.

PUSS N' BOOTS Cat Food and Treats

The # 1 Game in the 1960's and 1970's for boys was  Mattel's "SMASH-UP DERBY". What kid doesn't like to see cars being smashed into each other and watching the doors and hood flying in the air. Retrobrands is the new owner of this iconic retro toy. Our Licensees can bring the toy back in a more modern version as well as video games, apparel, soft goods and many other brand extensions. Please review the brand guide for ideas. Lets do a deal so we can get this on the shelves by the 2025 holiday season.

SMASH-UP DERBY Toy Game

Nostalgic and Retro Games are in High Demand. 

The success of the BARBIE movie was woken up the industry to that fact that forgotten legacy toys and games are money makers!

Let's get the famous solitaire game back onto the shelves for 2025.

HI-Q game

DOG FANCY Magazine was the # 1 dog magazine for over 45 years and then it was discontinued by the publisher. It had over 35 million subscribers. A newly relaunched DOG FANCY e -Magazine would be a success. We are seeking a Licensee who can re-launch this iconic publication. Let's do the Premier Issue showing Celebrities and their dogs. 

DOG FANCY E-Magazine

Launched in the 1960's DI-GEL became the # 2 best seller antacid brand in America after TUMS. Over $ 7 million dollars worth of DI-GEL was sold in Dollar Tree in less then 4 weeks. A re-launch of this iconic brand is a no brainer. It can easily generate $5-$10 million dollars a year. Move fast on a deal for this one. 

DI-GEL

Globally, there are over 35 million active surfers. Surfing is once again growing in popularity and over $ 4 Billion Dollars in Revenue. The Surf scene in America started in the 1960's and one of the biggest stars back then was Mickey "Da Cat" Dora. He was the "Bad Boy" of surfing and was known as "Da Cat" because he was the best at Hanging 10 on the long board. We are the worldwide trademark owners of this iconic surfer and we expect a full length motion picture will be produced shortly. Grab your License for this celebrity.

MICKEY "DA CAT" DORA 

Over 100 Million people suffer from daily allergies. 

SELDANE was originally only available with a prescription. It now can be offered over the counter (OTC)

These will fly off the shelves and pharma has a great mark up.

Our previous deal featuring ACCUTANE was a success!

SELDANE

TEGRIN Anti-Dandruff shampoo was the # 1 best seller after HEAD & SHOULDERS. It was plugged by sport superstars like Pete Rose, Jim Palmer and others. Over 75 million consumers remember the TEGRIN TV commercials. Dandruff affects over 50 million Americans! Offering this iconic brand at a value price "lower" than the expensive HEAD & SHOULDERS can easily gross $50 million dollars a year. Lets do a deal!

TEGRIN Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

In the later 1990's Hershey's launched a Chocolate Chip Candy in the shape of a Pringle they called SWOOPS. It was very successful and they even collaborated with Reese's Peanut Butter and Peppermint Patty for various flavors. For unknown reasons the brand was discontinued and abandoned. Last year we "SWOOPED" in an grabbed the brand. We are seeking Licensees for a relaunch of the delicious candy treat. Brand extensions into graphic t-shirts, cakes, cookies, etc. will bring in additional revenue. Retro and Nostalgic products are in high demand. Lets do a deal. 
Disclaimer: The HERSHEYs, REESES and YORK marks are being used as educational and informational purposes only. We are not associated with the Hershey Company.

SWOOPS Chocolate Candy

Taylor Swift's new album 'Tortured Poets' ft the song 'Clara Bow' out 4/19!

Before Marilyn, before Madonna, there was CLARA BOW "The "IT" Girl. 

CLARA was America's first movie star and sex symbol. The movie "BABYLON" is based on Clara's life during the Roaring '20s.  In fact the cartoon "Betty Boop" was also based on CLARA BOWS looks. Her CUPID red lips drove men mad.

Nostalgia is in high demand- Fashion, Apparel, Cosmetics, Dolls, etc. etc

In recent news!

Taylor Swift's announcement of her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," at the 2024 Grammys included a standout track titled "Clara Bow," sparking immense interest among fans. This tribute to the iconic Clara Bow highlights a unique opportunity for licensing and collaborations. With the album's release set for April 19th, now is the perfect time for you to engage with Swift's ever-evolving musical landscape! 

We are seeking Licensees for all categories. Lets do a deal!  

CLARA BOW "The IT Girl"

VINYL is hot! Over $100 million dollars of VICTROLA record players were sold in 2022.  Visit www.Victrola.com

Licenses are available for all categories "excluding electronics". 

Please see the attached brand style guide. 

VICTROLA

CAT FANCY Magazine was the # 1 cat magazine for over 50 years and then it was discontinued by the publisher. It had over 25 million subscribers. A newly relaunched CAT FANCY e Magazine would be a success. We are seeking a Licensee who can re-launch this iconic publication. 

LADIES HOME JOURNAL E-Magazine

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