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More silly trademark disputes: Coach polices use of the word “coach”
You might have thought it was the person on the sideline of your kid’s game. Nope, it’s just a brand. Or rather that is what Coach, the brand part of Tapestry, Inc., would have you believe. They are suing Gap Inc. for shirts sold at Old Navy with the word emblazoned on the chest. Tapestry…
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Another sale is upon us
I have been slowly adding items to my cart. I’ve checked for new items. Ooh another fragrance sampler? A new sunscreen? More colors? All of you, into the online basket. And then once I was satisfied, I closed my laptop and walked away. No purchases were made. The Sephora sale is on now. It is…
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What goes around comes around, indeed: Chanel wins case against reseller
It happened. Chanel won its case against reseller What Goes Around Comes Around. The jury in the New York district court sided with the luxury brand on all four causes of action -trademark infringement, unfair competition, false advertising, and false association. – A key issue in this case was that Chanel alleged that WGACA sold items…
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Some ideas
Stay with me for a moment. What if there were a job where you could literally just play dress up al day and get paid for it? Like, what if you did that and then, maybe posted videos about? That would be crazy right? You are either in on this joke or are scrunching your…
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And all the world’s a film set: Treating your life like a movie
It’s midnight and you can’t sleep. You’re still thinking about what that woman said to you, all those years ago. It’s 3 PM. You’re exhausted at midday because the job your parents forced you into is draining you. It’s 7 AM. Your eyes spring open. Your first thought is a list of all the things…
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Let me see myself in your brand: The business case for representation.
If you are into makeup, you probably have noticed much larger shade ranges these days. Instead of just four shades of beige and then one chocolate brown, beauty brands are catering to more skin tones. As a darker skinned consumer (well darker in the eyes of major corporations, not the full range on skin tones…
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Today on things I discovered: Gucci Golf Balls
Don’t ask why I was scrolling through the Gucci site, just know that I was on there. I noticed they had a sporting goods section. And I found out you can get a golf ball carrier that holds 4 golf balls. It is not entirely clear to me if it just has space to hold…
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Today I found a $5000 survival kit
Today I found The Prepster Ultra Advanced Fireproof Emergency Bag by Preppi on the Saks Fifth Avenue site. This product is $4995. The bag is made out of custom fire and water-retardant aluminum canvas and natural bridle leather. It includes not just the typical survival items, but also luxury items, including products from Marvis dental,…
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So apparently you can get a Versace Travel Cup…
Today on Neiman Marcus, I discovered these gems. For those times you want to stay hydrated and be eco-friendly, but also you don’t want people to think you drink tap water. Well, well, well, get one of these, fill with your alkaline water, and sip in luxury. For the low, low price of $1,175, you…
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