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Jane Birkin Wants Hermès To Take Her Name Off The Birkin Bag

British singer and actress Jane Birkin has requested that her name be dropped from being used in association with the luxury brand Hermès’ most iconic handbags, the “Birkin,” following a report, which unveiled animal mistreatment in the production process of the bag.

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Imitation hidden in John Galliano's Maison Margiela Couture collection During Paris Fashion Week

John Galliano has recently showcased his second artisanal collection for Maison Margiela, during Paris fashion week. The exhibition of Maison Margiela's Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 15 collection showcased some of the designers masterful craftsmanship. Yet, admist all the applauds of creative genius for the looks strutted down the Parisian runway. We noticed one design that bears a striking similarity to the 'Petale Dress' from Balenciaga's 'Invierno collection 1965.

 
 
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Apple Is Facing A Trademark Lawsuit In Europe Over The Term iWatch

 A European trademark holder is taking Apple to court over the ‘iWatch‘, trademark name, despite the fact that the company has chosen to call it’s smartwatch the ‘Apple Watch.’ Probendi, a software development studio, is suing Apple for its use of 'iWatch' as a paid promotion Google AdWords term, which directs users to Apple's store page. Probendi owns the 'iWatch' trademark in Europe, and obtained the 'iWatch' trademark back in summer 2008

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Chanel Enforces Legal Rights over Its N°5 Perfume Trademark

According to reports, the Paris-based design house, is now taking legal action against a small South Australian chocolate company that has been forced to change its business logo after being issued with a cease-and-desist letter from Chanel lawyers, last month - citing trademark infringement of the No. 5 branding. The issue ignited when 'Chocolate @ No. 5', a small chocolatier in South Australia, tried to register a trademark for its logo.

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Alexander Wang in Contract Talks With Balenciaga

As soon as Alexander Wang was appointed Creative Director of Balenciaga in December 2012, replacing Nicholas Ghesquière, his appointment was seen as a move to inject the heritage brand with his signature cool. And all seemed to be going well - or at least we thought.  However now two and a half years on, WWD is reporting that the designer is currently in negotiations talks with the fashion label over the renewal of his contract – and rumour has it that his contract may not be renewed at all. 

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Italian Authorities Close Down 400+ Websites Selling Fake Luxury Goods

With Milan Fashion Week in full swing, and the world’s top designers showcasing their spring/summer 2016 collections. Italian authorities have closed down over 400 websites selling fake luxury goods including Prada handbags and Patek Philippe watches and launched raids against counterfeiters nationwide.

 
 
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