“Mid Season” Is a Fashion Term, Not a Brand, EU Court Rejects EUIPO’s Ruling
The EU General Court annulled EUIPO's decision on the "MID season For When It's Not Quite Cold Not Quite Warm" trademark, finding the phrase…
The UAE Just Put a 24-Hour Clock on Fake Goods. Here’s What It Means for Fashion
Under Cabinet Resolution No. 107 of 2026, suppliers in the UAE have 24 hours to pull counterfeit goods once notified. What the rule says,…
She Sold a ‘Patek’ for Dh700,000. A Dubai Court Made Her Pay It All Back
A Dubai court has ordered a seller to repay Dh700,000 for a counterfeit Patek Philippe. How the UAE unwinds a luxury fraud, and why…
Founded in 1717? The Court Said 2009. What Goyard’s 14-Year Win Means for Every “Est.” on a Luxury Label
France's top court has cancelled Fauré Le Page's "Paris 1717" trademarks after a 14-year fight with Goyard. What the ruling means for heritage branding…
Fashion’s 2026 Legal Calendar: The Cases and Rules to Watch Through 2027
Every fashion law case and regulatory deadline that matters from 2026 to 2027, on one calendar: Crocs v Five Below, the EU ban on…
The Fashion Tech Pack: Everything a Factory Needs Before It Quotes You
What goes in a fashion tech pack? The 10 sections a factory needs to quote, the label rules for the US and EU, and…
What Does a Fashion Lawyer Do? A Hub for Every Specialism
What does a fashion lawyer do? Explore 14 fashion law specialisms, who handles which problem, day-to-day work, and how to become one.…
Textile EPR in the EU: What the Revised Waste Framework Directive Means for Fashion Brands
Every EU country must have a textile extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme running by 17 April 2028. Once it does, any brand that sells…
AI Models in Fashion Ads: The Disclosure and Consent Rules Brands Face in 2026
AI-generated models in fashion ads are now regulated in three places at once. Since 9 June 2026, New York has required advertisers to “conspicuously…
France’s Anti-Fast Fashion Law Explained: Penalties, the Ad Ban and What It Means for Shein
France’s anti-fast fashion law is now law. It was promulgated on 8 July 2026 as Loi n° 2026-602 and published in the Journal officiel…
The EU Greenwashing Ban Starts 27 September 2026: What Fashion Brands Must Stop Saying
From 27 September 2026, a fashion brand selling to shoppers in the EU can no longer describe a product as “eco-friendly”, “green” or “climate…
DPPs: Digital Product Passports and What They Mean for Fashion
Digital Product Passports, or DPPs, are digital records that will soon be attached to nearly every garment sold in the EU, holding data on…
What “Made in Italy” Legally Means (and What It Doesn’t)
"Made in Italy" is not a marketing flourish, it is a legally defined claim governed by Italian statute, EU textile rules, and criminal penalties…
How to Start an LLC for Your Fashion Brand (State by State)
Forming an LLC protects a fashion founder's personal assets from business debts and lawsuits, and the process differs by state and by country. This…
What Does an Entertainment Lawyer Do? Deals, Clients, Pay
An entertainment lawyer negotiates contracts, protects intellectual property and advises talent, studios and brands across film, music, television and fashion. This guide breaks down…
Essential Steps To A More Relaxing Bathroom
Most bathrooms are engineered for speed: get in, get clean, get out. Relaxation is treated as something that happens elsewhere, in a spa you…
Etsy Fur Ban Policy: What Sellers Can and Cannot List
Etsy's Animal Products Policy now bans natural fur from animals killed primarily for their pelts, with no exemption for vintage items. This article breaks…