Birkinonomics: How Fashion Became an Asset Class
When Fashion Meets Finance In the infamous Bollywood Film “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara”, a memorable scene depicting the purchase of a Hermès Kelly bag…
Q Productions v. SHEIN: Trademark and Publicity Rights in Fast Fashion
When a company like SHEIN gets sued over celebrity merchandise, it’s easy to assume the story is simple: someone sold shirts they weren’t supposed…
Securitising the Sparkle: When Jewelry Begins to Behave Like a Security
A diamond necklace rests quietly against a silk collarbone. It catches the light with studied discretion, refracting brilliance in disciplined geometry. It is purchased…
Blurring The Lines Between Parody And Infringement: The Condé Nast V. Dogue Dispute
Condé Nast, the publishing powerhouse behind Vogue, has filed suit against the canine fashion magazine, Dogue. The complaint by Condé Nast alleges a plethora…
Fashion’s Desert Graveyard: Atacama’s Textile Waste Crisis and Chile’s Move Toward EPR
Today’s consumerist culture demands thousands of garments every single day. We’ve been sold the idea that staying fashionable calls for a need to constantly…
The Law Behind the Label: Enforcing Truth in Eco-Claims in Fashion Marketing
Abstract Statement of Problem: The transition of the fashion industry to sustainability has led to an increase in environmental claims on marketing materials, product…
Borrowed Threads – How Louis Vuitton Sparked a Romanian Folk Heritage Storm
Louis Vuitton’s summer 2024 collection, By The Pool, unveils the French maison’s latest designs. Yet one piece has caused a huge stir among fashion enthusiasts…
Deadstock Destruction: Why Fashion Keeps Destroying Unsold Goods
Fast fashion brands like Zara and H&M present an entirely new collection every 2 weeks. With the birth of ultra-fast fashion brands such as…
Societe CARTIER International AG v. Goussin Jeweler LTD: The Battle For Love That Redefines Luxury Protection
Locked in love, wrapped in light— Cartier’s timeless creation reflects the beauty of devotion and whispers the language of forever. “A bracelet that speaks…
Things Are Heating Up at Sol de Janeiro: When Dupes Test the Limits of Brand Protection
The award-winning scent. One of the most powerful beauty brands of the moment. Sephora’s biggest-ever body care seller. Let me introduce: Sol de Janeiro.…
Hermès v. Maison R&C: Stitching a Precedent for Sustainable Fashion
In the endeavor to promote sustainability in the fashion industry, upcycling has risen as a trend. It is indubitable that we live in an…
The Similarities are… Stripe-ing? Thom Browne Inc v Adidas AG
A dispute spanning over a decade, on Thom Browne Inc.’s four-bar and Adidas AG’s three-stripe motif, has gone global and culminated in a collection…
Hermès vs. The People: The Fight Isn’t Over (Cavalleri et al. v. Hermès International)
The lawsuit against Hermès International is equally intriguing as the Birkin handbags. 2 Californians, Tina Cavalleri and Mark Glinoga, have challenged the luxury giant,…
Lululemon v. Costco: The Consumer Psychology Behind Dupe Culture
The word ‘fake’ has rebranded itself- now, ‘dupe’ culture has taken the world by storm, with millions of people celebrating ‘dupe’ culture and sharing…
Hermès International v. Mason Rothschild: Can a Luxury Icon Survive the Metaverse?
Creativity is no longer limited to fabric and form as fashion moves faster into the world of technology. Intellectual property needs to adapt to…
It’s Officially UGG Season! But the Brand’s Trade Dress Claims Are on Thin Ice
As the weather turns crisp and shearling boots make their seasonal comeback, one of fashion’s cosiest icons is feeling the legal heat. UGG’s attempts…
Chanel v. WGACA et al.: Counterfeits Are Officially Cancelled!
Chanel is notoriously known for their luxury items; from fabulous bags to romantic jewelry, they are legendary in the fashion industry. The iconic interlocking…