On September 14, 2012, the Indian government announced that it would relax restrictions on foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail. India—a country that traditionally excluded foreign investment—opened its doors to global supermarkets, such as Wal-Mart and Tesco. While the
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Legal Issues Facing the Fashion, Apparel & Beauty Industry
The Fashion & Apparel Law Blog, published by Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, focuses on legal issues affecting the fashion and apparel industries. It covers topics such as wage and hour laws specific to garment manufacturing, liability in the apparel supply chain, advertising and labeling regulations including 'Made in USA' claims, intellectual property concerns, false light and defamation claims in modeling, and pricing laws like those addressing the pink tax. The blog addresses regulatory compliance, labor standards, marketing practices, and litigation risks relevant to fashion brands, manufacturers, retailers, and models.
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Jovani Fashion, Ltd. v. Fiesta Fashions: Second Circuit Finds Dress Designer’s Copyright Claim Weak at the Seams
On October 15, 2012, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued its opinion in Jovani Fashion, Ltd. v. Fiesta Fashions , Docket No. 12-598-cv, 2012 WL 4856412, holding that the prom dress artwork of fashion designer…
FTC Issues Revised “Green Guides”
By Robert Magielnicki
On October 1, 2012, the Federal Trade Commission issued revised “Guides For The Use Of Environmental Marketing Claims” – the “Green Guides,” 16 CFR Part 260. The Green Guides originally were issued in 1992 and were revised…
Game On!
As companies are presented with the ever-challenging goal of achieving and maintaining brand recognition, many fashion companies are now attempting to engage consumers in both the real and virtual worlds. Gaming represents one non-traditional avenue that has undergone recent growth,…
Second Circuit Digs Its Heels Into Louboutin Dispute; Finds “Red Sole” Trademark Protectable, But Limited in Scope
By Tyler Baker and Ted Max On September 5, 2012, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued its long-awaited and highly anticipated decision in Christian Louboutin S.A. v. Yves Saint Laurent Am. Holding, Inc., Docket…
FCPA Compliance Considerations for the Fashion and Beauty Industry
In recent years, the U.S. government has vigorously enforced the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”) against individuals and companies representing a variety of industries. Recent press reports suggest that entertainment companies may be the target of current SEC enforcement efforts,…
Beauty and the Bunny
A wave of shock and unpleasant surprise is spreading amongst consumers of beauty products and cosmetics in most of the Western world as many big-name beauty brands are accused of going back to animal testing in order to fulfill the…
Original Sin: Complying with Country of Origin Laws
Congress recently introduced the whimsically titled bill, the “Team U.S.A. Made in America Act,” which would require the United States Olympic Committee to ensure that ceremonial uniforms for the Olympic team are assembled in the United States with fabrics manufactured…
Men, Makeup and Drugs
Men’s grooming and beauty products, namely cosmetics for men, continue to experience yearly growth. The forecasts of one research firm predict that sales of men’s toiletries will hit $3.2 billion by 2016, up from $2.2 billion in 2006. Sales of…
If It’s Neon, Should It Be On?
As summer is upon us, rebellious trend seekers can toss their black nail polish and opt for a shade of neon orange, green or pink. This season’s en trend nail polish includes a color palette of neon hues that are…