The lawsuit that had the fashion law world on its toes is finally over! The verdict? The Manhattan federal district court dismissed Louboutin's lawsuit against Yves Saint-Laurent ordering that YSL can still sell its red sole shoes when red was used as the color for the entire shoe. In September, the federal court of appeals confirmed Louboutin's red sole trademark protection only when there was contrasting uppers but would not give Louboutin "monopoly on the color red [which] would impermissibly hinder competition among other participants".
Therefore, Thursday's order concluded the case as a whole. It would appear that neither side really lost. Louboutin had its trademark on its red soles reaffirmed and YSL was given the legal-nod to continue to produce monochromatic red heels.
YSL is satisfied and released the following statement:
YSL is pleased to see now completely closed this action that had put at risk the ability of fashion designers to trademark color, as well as to now have confirmation from the Court that it is entitled to continue to sell its unique and famous monochromatic red shoes.
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Wow. nice shoe. they look identical. but i still prefer the black and red.
ReplyDeletelove this article. keep up the good work
most do prefer the black & red! thanks mel! :)
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