Tag: Lauren

Converse Sues Skechers, Ralph Lauren, Others Over Chuck Taylor Trademark Infringements

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The quintessential punk rock sneaker, Converse, is looking to take back its signature style. Nike, owners of Converse as of 2003, is suing 31 brands including Skechers, Ralph Lauren, Wal-Mart, Ed Hardy, FILA, and K-Mart over copyright infringement of their Chuck Taylor style, materials, and diamond sole patterns. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday, October […]

Team USA Outfitted by Ralph Lauren Actually Made in China–Fashion Industry Gets Pissed at the USOC

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This time, the ones out of step regarding the Olympics isn’t the International Olympic Committee (IOC) but whoever made the decision about the Team USA apparel from the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC). While the fashion industry is currently undergoing a strong push towards “Made in the USA” apparel and accessories, and the concept of Americana […]