The Little Prince Readies for 75th Anniversary

Classic title will add toys, apparel, homewares and more ahead of its milestone year.

Licensing Works! has signed a roster of new licensees before the 75th anniversary of The Little Prince, which will celebrate this milestone in 2018.

For the first time ever, The Little Prince will be featured on a full range of infant and toddler products. Finn and Emma is creating infant apparel, sleepwear, bibs, blankets, knit toys, rattles, swaddles sold in gift sets, teethers, stroller accessories, play mats and play gyms available beginning October. Little Unicorn is featuring The Little Prince on hooded towels and washcloth sets, fitted sheets, quilts, changing pad covers and swaddles sold alone or in multi-packs available in Spring 2018.  Storiarts is offering key editorial and graphics on their unique infant caps and baby blankets. 

The anniversary will be commerated on a calendar from Rizzoli’s Universe imprint, now available for pre-orders on-line.  Out of Print is in market with bags, tops, unisex socks, onesies, pins and cases (including a Nook exclusive case available at Barnes & Noble). Culturenik is offering bookmarks, boxed gift mugs, canvas prints and small format prints. Vinca is selling beautifully designed earrings and necklaces. Riley Blake will be releasing fabric, notions and a fabric storybook that the consumer can custom make for unique gifts. Litographs is offering T-shirts, scarves, posters and bags that each feature the completed story within the design. Socksmith is showcasing a line of men’s and women’s socks. G. Arts has created a range of laser cut wood products including lights, clocks, framed prints and magnets.  Walls360 continues to offer a full range of lift-and-place wall graphics.

Sofitel Luxury Hotels continues its relationship with The Little Prince. To celebrate the 75^th anniversary, in support of The Little Prince author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Foundation for Youth, travelers can enjoy special offers through “Magnifique Family” translated throughout the Sofitel system with special programs targeted to young visitors and their families.

Licensing rights in the U.S. are available for apparel and accessories, toys, games, interactive, stationery, gift, consumables, domestics and home décor, and all other relevant categories.  Licenses granted will include use of the 75^th Anniversary logo for all product celebrating this anniversary in 2018.