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…
NFTs and Fashion: Are they NFTreasure or NFTrojans
The fashion industry is known for its adaptiveness and capitalization on the latest trends. May it be biotechnology, activism, or sustainability. Also, art and…
IP And usage Rights For User-Generated Content (UGC)
Introduction In today’s digital age where everyone is armed with a smartphone and social media platforms and online communities thrive, creating, and sharing content…
The Rolex Trademark Case (Rolex Watch USA, Inc. v. Beckertime, LLC)
In a world where creativity converges with commerce, trademarks act as guardian of brand identity. Brands stand for not just garments and accessories but…
Copyright’s tattoo industry dilemma: Miles Davis Tattoo case through an Indian perspective
Various communities used to ink their bodies as a cultural identity. Santhals in West Bengal, Baiga Women cultural tattoos in MP and Labyrinth Ritual…
Chanel Wins Over Reseller What Goes Around Comes Around: A Blow To Resellers?
Chanel has once again gained the media spotlight through its fierce way of protecting its IPR and brand reputation. The iconic French Luxury House…
Nike Battle For “Footware”: Innovation Vs Monopoly
In the highly competitive world of athletic footwear and apparel, Nike is known for blending aesthetics and technology, resulting in cutting-edge designs that are…
Trademark Hurdles in Upcycling: Legal Red Flags in Green Solutions
The signs of the times indicate that our environment is distressed and has an expiration date. To save us from the sin of fast…
Modern Slavery: The Vicious Cycle In The Supply Chain Of Fashion Industry
The fashion industry, one of the multi-billion industries in the world which employs millions of population, holds a dark secret of complicity in the…
The Marc Jacobs Tote Bag Controversy
The iconic bag was introduced by Mac Jacobs into the world of fashion and luxury in the year of 2019. This bag soon after…
Mary Katrantzou: Bulgari’s Visionary Voyage into Leather Goods and Accessories
In a groundbreaking move, Bulgari, the renowned Italian luxury fashion house, has announced the appointment of Mary Katrantzou as its first-ever Creative Director of…
Legal Compliance and the Global Cost of Fast Fashion: A Critical Analysis
The fast fashion industry, known for its accelerated production model and global supply chains, raises serious concerns about legal compliance and the associated social…
Navigating International Cosmetic Regulations
The cosmetic industry is a highly competitive, ever growing and innovative industry. From the classic red lip to body glitters, the cosmetic industry has…
10 Judgements that changed the Fashion Industry
“I don’t design clothes. I design dreams.” – Ralph Lauren In the present world of fashion driven social media where even socks dream of…
Breaking the Hermès Game: Antitrust Class Action Challenges Exclusive Birkin Bag Access
Hermès reigns as the queen and king of handbags, epitomizing luxury and exclusivity. But if the brand were to abandon its play-hard-to-get sales tactics,…
BRICS Fashion Renaissance: Challenging Colonial Narratives and Shaping a Global Cultural Shift
In the vibrant realm of fashion, the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—emerge not only as economic powerhouses but also as key…
From the Catwalk to the Courthouse: Antitrust Scrutiny for French Fashion House Hermès
“It’s not a bag. It’s a Birkin”.[1] The Hermès Birkin bag stands as the ultimate status symbol in the world of luxury fashion, a…