Hermès successfully invalidates Birkin lookalike design

Masaki Mikami
MARKS IP LAW FIRM

12 April 2024

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Japan

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A key factor in this case was that the padlock in the disputed design resembled the ‘H’ logo used on the buckle of Hermès’ famous Birkin bag.

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