Tag Archives: Trademark

June Ambrose Launches Her Very Own Line of …Guess What?

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

Surprise! Surprise! And what a pleasant surprise! Actually, I’m not that surprised that June Ambrose has chose to capitalize on her signature headwear. It’s Twenty Eleven and ENTREPRENEURSHIP is the name of the game. But of course, the one I … Continue reading →

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Style Profile: Yenebecha Damtew

Posted on April 2, 2011 by

Last weekend, I was creative director for a hair shoot for up-and-coming celebrity hairstylist Yenebecha “Yene” Damtew. This young lady is on the move! Immediately following cosmetology school, Yene launched her career as the executive assistant to celebrity hairstylist Johnny … Continue reading →

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It’s About Time

Posted on December 23, 2010 by

  Movado Bold In the process of re-branding itself, and just in time for the holidays, Movado recently launched a collection of timepieces designed for the next generation: vibrant and affordable, but with Movado’s signature sleek.

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You Are What You Wear: The Message Behind the Label

Posted on November 21, 2010 by

Right or wrong, we tend to define ourselves by the products we consume. Buy a pair of red bottomed shoes, and you’ve just bought success. Brand images are the thoughts, feelings, and attributes, etc., one associates with a brand, such … Continue reading →

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Abercrombie and Fierce

Posted on September 18, 2009 by

After researching bankruptcy and tax law all day long, I am happy to analyze the merits of the suit filed by Abercrombie and Fitch against Beyoncé Knowel, over the right use the name Fierce for her fragrance.   Beyoncé  recently signed a deal … Continue reading →

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When Fashion and the Law Collide: Salacious Obscenities

Posted on September 3, 2009 by

One visit to the American Apparel website, and it’s clear that they aren’t just selling T-shirts (that I so adore). Adolescent-looking models, with dear caught in headlights expressions, in “come hither” poses, are like, well, the retailers trademark. And nipples are … Continue reading →

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Tale of the Counterfeit Bag Carrying IP Lawyer

Posted on March 28, 2009 by

I was at a CLE (Continuing Legal Education) last week sitting in a session on intellectual property when I saw the most unbelieveable thing: another lawyer sitting in the same session on intellectual property, carrying a knockoff Louis Vuitton bag! She … Continue reading →

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