The Backpack

The Backpack is a dynamic newsletter that showcases the latest trends in merchandise, highlights top articles and podcast episodes, and covers global news shaping the merchandising landscape.

Released on the first and third Friday of each month, it’s packed with fresh content to keep you informed and inspired in the merch world.
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May 17, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #37

Friday, May 17 Trend Alert: Return of the statement tee Top Merch News: May means commonsku University! Vibe Check: Harry Style’s + Pleasing merch Can't…

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May 03, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #36

Friday, May 3 Trend Alert: Pop-ups are spicy HOT Top Merch News: Fast-Track Your Sustainable Future Vibe Check: PIXEL MERCH is a whole (80s) vibe Can't…

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Apr 19, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #35

Friday, April 19 Top Merch News: Numo + Created Co: Two Iconic Brands Vibe Check: The ACLU’s 4/20 Merch Collection is 🔥 Trends: What is SEPTA and why is…

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Apr 05, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #34

Friday, April 5 Trends: Aldi’s Rizz Game, Insane Top Merch News: 1,000 Miles Across Texas Vibe Check: Is Your Nat’l Park This Cool? Can't miss content:…

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Mar 15, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #33

Friday, March 15 Trends: What is Re-Commerce? Top Merch News: Make Your Team a Profit-Making Machine Vibe Check: The Golden Age of Movie Merch Can't miss…

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Mar 01, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #32

Friday, March 1 Vibe Check: Kids of Immigrants Merch Top Merch News: From The Bachelor to Generous Coffee Trends: Lego’s Rad Merch Survey Can't miss…

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Feb 16, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #31

Friday, February 16 Vibe Check: Brooklyn Circus: A Masterclass in Merch Top Merch News: Future Proofing Promo Trends: Logo Slapping vs. Marketing Genius…

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Feb 02, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #30

Friday, February 2 Vibe Check: Miller Lite’s merchified beer run Top Merch News: 10 visionary ideas shared at skuconX Trends: “Big dumb cups” making big…

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Jan 19, 2024

The Backpack: Issue #29

Friday, January 5 Vibe Check: Luna Luna Art Park Merch: Unearthed from 1987 Top Merch News: The Brand That Gets Remembered Gets Bought Trends: Is This the…

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