From Heritage to Haute Couture: The Legal Rise of Africa’s Signature Fabrics
Walking through the aisles of a fashion week show in Lagos or Johannesburg, you now regularly spot aso-oke skirts, raffia-woven clutches, and bold kente…
Fame, Fashion, and the Creative Director Shuffle: Why Musicians Are Running Luxury Labels
The fashion world is obsessed with creative directors, and lately, it’s equally obsessed with celebrities, particularly famous musicians, stepping into the role. From Jaden…
All in One Breath: Dior, Anderson, and the Discipline of Power
“Voir grand, sans oublier les fondations.” Dream big, but never forget the foundations. When Jonathan Anderson unveiled his first Dior show as the house’s…
Christian Louboutin SAS v. Nakul Bajaj & Ors: A Landmark Red Sole Showdown That Went Beyond Expectations
Think of a luxury shoe with a red sole. Which brand pops up in your head? (Hint: Most fashion connoisseurs are aware of what…
Lululemon v. Costco: When “Dupes” Turn Into Disputes
It started the way most fashion fights do these days, with a dupe. Not a counterfeit, not a fake logo. Just a product that…
The Regulated Body: How Conservative Aesthetics Shape Law, Labor, and Luxury
Luxury fashion has, in recent seasons, turned in the direction of restraint. Miu Miu, Prada, The Row, and Bottega Veneta are redefining glamour with…
Who Gets to Be Pleased? Victoria’s Secret, Society, and the Impossible Quest for Consensus
Last night, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned; a splashy, highly anticipated event often dubbed the “Girls’ Super Bowl“, sort of how the Dyson…
From Vintage to Verdict: Chanel’s Trademark Victory and the New Compliance Burden on Luxury Resellers
The Resale’s Legal Flashpoint The luxury resale market was supposed to be the good guy. Circular fashion. Sustainability. Accessibility. All the nice words. But…
The New Dress Code: Why Men’s Skirts Signal Progress, Not Provocation
For centuries, society dictated what was “appropriate” for men and women to wear. But in today’s global fashion landscape, these old rules are dissolving.…
Fashion as Emotional Diplomacy: How Wardrobes Convey Empathy and Accessibility on the World Stage
In international relations, words and treaties often dominate discussions of diplomacy. Yet, another subtle form of communication wields equal power: the language of clothing. …