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Fashion, Movies, Sci Fi

Toho Celebrates 70 Years of ‘Godzilla’ with Brand New Merchandise

Mike Manalo

The past two years have been a whirlwind of kaiju-sized proportions, as everyone’s favorite radioactive lizard has seen a slew of massive success! Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire crushed it at the box office, and Godzilla: Minus One won an Oscar, becoming one of the most critically acclaimed runaway successes of last year. But the 70th anniversary of Godzilla isn’t over just yet folks! Just in time for the big guy’s bit 7-0, Toho has released a new line of awesome merchandise commemorating the most famous kaiju in cinematic history!

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Animation, Fashion, Toys

BoxLunch Celebrates 45th Anniversary of ‘Strawberry Shortcake’

Mike Manalo

Oh, nostalgia. In times of darkness and division, looking back at the common ground that represents times when things were simpler and less complicated fills us with warmth and certain amounts of glee. And thus, it’s something of a comfort that we get to celebrate the 45th anniversary of a classic property like Strawberry Shortcake with BoxLunch!

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Fashion, Theme Parks

The Best Holiday Merchandise From Disney Parks’ Festival of Holidays

Laura Sirikul

The Nerds of Color was given a preview of Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure’s Festival of Holidays event, which included viewing the merchandise offered at the parks and some on ShopDisney. There were just so many beautiful items available, it’s hard to pick just one.

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Fashion, Music

Loungefly to Collaborate with BTS, Inspired by ‘Dynamite’ Era

Laura Sirikul

Loungefly, the fan-forward lifestyle brand from Funko, has revealed their all-new collection in collaboration with global K-Pop stars BTS. This October, fans (and ARMY) will see a collection of accessories inspired by their Dynamite era.

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Animation, Fashion

Loungefly Unveils New Disney 100 Sketchbook Collection

Mike Manalo

If you’re a fan of Disney and Loungefly, you’re in for a real treat! Last Friday, Lougefly unveiled their latest line for the Disney 100 anniversary. Celebrating the magic of animation, the set includes several Sketchbook designs, commemorating the legacy that all started with a mouse. And as an animation fan myself, I’m psyched for the new designs.

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DC Comics, Fashion

NFL Superstar Cam Newton’s Superman Meshika Hats Are Live

Adonis Gonzalez

Every celebrity has a side business. Some sell wine or vodka, others start their own “alternative medicine” ventures and sell energy creams, and Cam Newton sells hats. Not just any hats, custom hats that represent Cam’s particular tastes and his love for head fashion.

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Fashion, Movies

Follow Us for the Chance to Win a ‘Snake Eyes’ Prize Pack

The Nerds of Color

It’s no secret that we’re huge fans of Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins here at The NOC. And to celebrate the movie’s release, we’re giving away free tickets and Snake Eyes-branded apparel! And all you have to do is follow us on social and subscribe to our channel — where we’ve been posting awesome Snake Eyes content!

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Fashion, Movies, Music1 Comment

Paramount & Hasbro Team Up with Steve Aoki for Limited Edition Dim Mak x ‘Snake Eyes’ Collection

Laura Sirikul

It’s a match made in Heaven!

Steve Aoki’s indie record label and fashion brand Dim Mak teams up with Hasbro and Paramount Pictures’ Snake Eyes to drop an exclusive collaboration of jaw-dropping ninja-inspired gear.

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Fashion, Movies, Video Games

Nike Teams Up with Xbox For Incredible ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ Collab

Jamal Michel

When LeBron James’ jersey first dropped in 2003, I dragged my father through the sweltering streets of Brooklyn to the nearest Foot Locker to buy it, alongside a headband and pair of wristbands to parade around in for the next month. I’d beg my mother to take us to the nearest Barnes & Noble with every new Slam magazine cover James appeared in, just to see if it was in stock. With Space Jam: A New Legacy on the horizon, my hopes of getting my hands on more coveted LeBron James memorabilia dwindle in the face of scalpers and buggy sneaker apps that seem to torture me incessantly.

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Fandom, Fashion, Music

BTS x McDonald’s Dropping ANOTHER New Collab TODAY

Laura Sirikul

Just when you thought BTS and McDonald’s was done with their merchandise collaboration, they decided to drop a whole new collection for fans to fight over on WeVerse!

The two new collections, which one is appropriately called the “Saucy Collection” features characters hand-drawn by BTS themselves. It’s not like their BT21 characters. No. These characters are based on McDonald’s menu and are so adorable. I want them all.

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Fashion, Movies, Sports

Nike and Warner Bros. Re-Introduce ‘Space Jam’ to a New Generation of Sneakerheads

Keith Chow

For nearly three decades, the words “Space Jam” brought to mind one shoe. The iconic Jordan XI, in a special black and concord colorway.

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Fashion, Music

The BTS x McDonald’s Collab is the Most Genius Idea Ever: How Brands are Utilizing BTS’ Global Power

Laura Sirikul

With the release of BTS’ new hit song Butter, it makes sense for McDonald’s to jump at the chance of a collaboration since we know McDonald’s isn’t the healthiest option for our cholesterol. But, to have one of the biggest global phenomenons team up with a global food brand is genius marketing for McDonald’s.

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Fashion, Music

The BTS Meal is Finally Here: Take a Peek at the Merch

Laura Sirikul

BTS Meal Day is HERE!!!

The anticipated BTS and McDonald’s collaboration is now at your local McDonald’s. You can order the BTS Meal, which consists of a 10-piece chicken nugget meal with French fries and a drink, along with two special sauces — Cajun and Sweet Chili. Get your scrapbooks ready for the BTS labels that are placed on the meal. 

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Fandom, Fashion

Help Us Create New NOC Merch (and Earn Some Cash Too)

The Nerds of Color

Calling all artists! We’re running a fun new competition with our friends at TeePublic to turn your artwork into cool merch! 

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Fandom, Fashion

BoxLunch is Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

Keina C

All month long, BoxLunch is highlighting stories of the Asian American and Pacific Islander diaspora. They have also set up a special landing page that links out to merchandise that celebrates AAPI culture and fandoms. Net proceeds from purchase will also benefit AAJC.

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Fashion

2020 Holiday Merch Sale

The Nerds of Color

It’s that time of year again! Visit our merch store at TeePublic to take advantage of 35% off merchandise and $13 t-shirts!

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DC Comics, Fashion, Toys

Get Batman Holiday Gifts at Hot Topic

Keith Chow

It’s finally November so that means it’s time to start holiday shopping! Our friends at Hot Topic have collected together some awesome Bat-merch for you to gift to that special Bat-fan in the family. See below for a couple of our favorite Batman T-Shirts, Action Figures & Merchandise at Hot Topic!

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Fashion

Celebrate Black History Month with These ‘Black Panther’ T-Shirts

The Nerds of Color

We’ve partnered with our friends at TeePublic to create a special t-shirt giveaway celebrating both Black History Month as well as the one-year anniversary (and Academy Award Season run) of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther. See below for the rules to win three t-shirts from TeePublic!

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Conventions, Fandom, Fashion1 Comment

Happy Spoopy Los Angeles Comic Con 2018

Josephine Chang

Who needs Halloween when you can go to Los Angeles Comic Con for three days in a row and indulge in all the spoopy cosplay goodness surrounded by all the fandoms you know and love? There’s no place like Los Angeles Comic Con (formerly and fondly remembered as Comikaze, may you rest in pieces) during this time of year where people converge to bring out their best to help end the year of conventions. Come join LACC as it celebrates its 8th anniversary!

Curious as to what there is to check out at this ever expanding convention? Here are some highlights that may pique your interest!

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Fashion, Movies4 Comments

‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,’ aka Lara Jean is a Fashion Icon

Laura Sirikul

Warning: This contains spoilers To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before has finally dropped on Netflix. The film, adapted from Jenny Han’s book of the same name, is about 16-year-old Lara Jean Song Covey (Lana Condor) whose love life goes … Continue reading ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,’ aka Lara Jean is a Fashion Icon

Anime, Conventions, Fashion

What To Do For Anime Expo 2018!

Edward Hong

Anime Expo, one of my favorite conventions of the year has come around again and I can’t wait to share the cool things I look forward to doing there with you all! With my writing partner Josephine Chang we’ll be attending for all of the days from July 5 to July 8 so here are the highlights you should most definitely check out:
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