Not only do the LIMA Awards showcase the best of licensing every year, they also serve as a historical record, offering a brief glimpse of the brands and innovations that have shaped the industry over the last three decades.
With hundreds of entries every year, the competition to make it on the ballot, much less win, is fierce. Those who do win can savor the knowledge that not only will they be celebrated by their peers in the present, their work will also live on in this annal of licensing innovation and achievement.
2008 AWARDS WINNERS & PHOTO GALLERY
Most Promising Young Designer?
Laura Darrington, designer and founder of Laura Darrington Design
Best Cute Range
Boofle from UK Greetings
Best Spring Seasons Range
First Press Valentine's from Roger la Borde
Best Trend, Fun or Graphic Range
Tutti Frutti from Wendy Jones Blackett
Best Humorous Range
Frankie's Here from Paperlink
Best Art Range
David Downton from The Great British Card Company
Best Handmade or Hand-finished Range
Stars in the Ascendance from Five Dollar Shake
Best Words and Sentiments Range
Whisper from Paperclip
Best Children's or Juvenile Range
Bumps from Rachel Ellen Designs
Best Wholesale Range
Vintage Rose from Simon Elvin
Best Occasions or Relations Range
Tutti Frutti from Wendy Jones Blackett
Best Christmas Box or Pack
Magical Deer Scene for John Lewis from Special Editions
Best Christmas Counter Cards Range
Diamonds and Pearls from Blue Eyed Sun
Best Photographic Range
National Geographic from Medici Cards
Best Licensed Card Range
Daily Telegraph Matt from Woodmansterne Publications
Best Giftwrappings Collection
V&A Indian Florals from Penny Kennedy
The Henry Cole Classic Award
On The Ceiling from Emotional Rescue
Best Service To The Independent Retailer
Gold Award - Wishing Well Studios
Best Service To The Independent Retailer
Silver Award - Gibson Hanson Graphics
Best Service To The Independent Retailer
Bronze Award - Hallmark Cards
Honorary Achievement Award
Joint Winners: ?Mike Bugler, (former) Managing Director of Clinton Cards. ?Dennis Podmore, Chairman of Windles
