The Lanham Act Explained for Fashion Brands
The Lanham Act is the federal statute that lets fashion brands sue over trademark infringement, trade dress copying and false advertising claims. Here is…
Buying Fakes Abroad: Customs Rules When You Fly Home
Buying fakes abroad can lead to seizure and fines at customs. Learn what happens when you return home with counterfeit goods and how to…
Can a Restaurant Legally Enforce a Dress Code?
Can a restaurant legally enforce a dress code? Yes, restaurants can set dress policies, but they must comply with civil rights laws. Learn the…
How to Spot Counterfeit Luxury Before Buying
Learn how to spot counterfeit luxury before buying with expert tips on authentication, red flags, and verification methods to protect your investment.…
Beyond Centre Court: Wimbledon Through the Lens of Fashion Law and Intellectual Property
Every July the eyes of the tennis world turn to Wimbledon. Spectators come for the matches, the rivalries and the sense of continuity that…
The Psychology of Buying Dupes: Why We Choose Lookalikes
The psychology of buying dupes reveals how social status, rational budgeting, and moral flexibility drive consumer choices between luxury goods and affordable alternatives.…
Naomi Osaka, Nike and Legal Politics of Cultural Fashion.
Naomi Osaka did not just arrive at Wimbledon. She made an entry that looked like a mix of runway, tribute, and a legal case…
When The Oak Leaves Le Brassus
A Jurisprudential Analysis of the Collaborative IP Laundering Model in Haute Horlogerie: The Audemars Piguet × Swatch Royal Pop Collaboration (2026) Introduction On 16…
Dupes vs Counterfeits: The Legal Line Explained
Dupes vs counterfeits differ by one critical legal factor: trademark use. Learn where fashion law draws the line and why it matters for brands…
Trends in Social Media and Copyright in Fashion Content: Balancing Creativity in the Digital Era
The emergence of social media websites like Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and YouTube has brought about radical changes in the ways fashion products are designed,…
7-Eleven Sues Nike Over Air Max 95 Sneaker, Alleging Its “Tri-Color Mark” Was Copied for a 7/11 Release
7-Eleven has taken Nike to court over a pair of trainers, arguing that the sportswear giant built its upcoming Air Max 95 “Big Bubble”…
Influencer Marketing, Dupe Culture, and Trademark Infringement.
In modern advertising, influencer marketing is at the centre of the advertising world. As social media platforms are becoming a part of every individual’s…
GI Protection for Nagaland Textiles: What One State’s Push Shows Us About Northeast Heritage.
When most people hear the term “GI tag” in the North Eastern states of India, they immediately think of food: Darjeeling tea, Joha rice,…
Louis Vuitton Sues Maryland Live! Casino in High-Stakes Trademark and Counterfeiting Dispute
French luxury house Louis Vuitton has filed a sweeping trademark lawsuit against the operators of Maryland Live! Casino & Hotel, accusing the resort of…
Art at the Pleasure of the State: Cannes, French Law, and the Regulation of Global Glamour
The Festival de Cannes is the most-watched cultural event on earth. It is also, quietly, one of the most governed. This is the story…
Tailored Influence: Menswear At The Met Gala 2026
For decades, The Met Gala has been considered the most prominent event within the realm of fashion, bringing together celebrities, stylists, luxury houses, and…
Post House v. NCAA: Persona Non Grata & The Unprotected Athlete in the Age of Fashion Branding and Generative AI
Introduction The interplay between fashion and sport has always been commercially vibrant. Coco Chanel’s innovative application of jersey fabric in her 1916 sportswear designs…