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Designer sues Hermès for stealing ideas

A designer who twice applied unsuccessfully for a job at Hermès accuses the company of stealing two of his belt buckle designs. [...]

Published on 24/10/2024 at 06:00 GMT Reading time 2 minutes

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Saint-Ouen flea market in luxury brands' firing line over counterfeits

Three months on from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which prompted a series of anti-counterfeiting operations, the flea market north of the French capital remains a hub for counterfeit products. But local mayor Karim Bouamrane, who nurtures higher political ambitions, is reluctant to take on the illicit traders.

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Chanel victory over Jonak on imitations sets legal precedent

The women's shoe company has been found guilty of marketing a model that was too similar to Chanel's slingback. A ruling that may prompt the luxury fashion house to go after other brands that are copying its products too closely.

Free access Houses 31.10.2024

Switzerland
Hermès heir's foundation adds legal eagle to board amid fight with founder

The Isocrates Foundation has been in limbo for two years, embroiled in a dispute with its founder, Hermès heir Nicolas Puech. Potentially stripped of Puech's 5.7% stake in the leather goods company, the organisation has just named a Swiss legal heavyweight to its board of directors.

Subscribers only Families 26.09.2024

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Behind-the-scenes battle for 5.7% Hermès stake to become public feud

Wealth manager Éric Freymond is preparing to go public over his legal dispute with Hermès heir Nicolas Puech, who claims to have been defrauded by his decades-long financial adviser. The tactic is tried-and-tested for Freymond, who has previously used it to secure a settlement from publicity-shy opponents.

Subscribers only Families 05.09.2024

Still in conflict with Hermès heir Nicolas Puech, wealth manager Éric Freymond is preparing to take the battle to the media.

France
Hermès barred from hiring chosen security coordinator

Hermès has fallen foul of conflict of interest rules, preventing the luxury group from employing a man who was meant to take up the position of its security coordinator.

Subscribers only Houses 18.07.2024

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Hermès's long battle to claw back concession stores

Hermès expanded in France and across the globe through a system of concessions, but the company has been working for years to regain control of its network of boutiques. That task is a long-term job, and entire regions are still in the hands of concessionaires.

Subscribers only Houses 04.07.2024

Hermès has been working for years to regain control of its network of boutiques.

France
Hermès poaches 'nose' in search of sweet smell of success

The French luxury group has approached a perfume expert who works for one of the world's three fragrance giants.

Subscribers only Houses 20.06.2024

France
Hermès compelled to upgrade terms for upcycling subsidiary Petit h's designers

Hermès's upcycling brand, Petit h, is shedding designers, frustrated by the distinctly unfavourable terms the label offers for their work. The company has launched a rethink of its compensation scheme.

Subscribers only Houses 01.02.2024

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Hermès heir's foundation adds legal eagle to board amid fight with founder

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Hermès barred from hiring chosen security coordinator

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Hermès's long battle to claw back concession stores

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France
Designer sues Hermès for stealing ideas

France
Saint-Ouen flea market in luxury brands' firing line over counterfeits

France
Chanel victory over Jonak on imitations sets legal precedent

Switzerland
Hermès heir's foundation adds legal eagle to board amid fight with founder

Spotlight | France, Switzerland
Behind-the-scenes battle for 5.7% Hermès stake to become public feud

France
Hermès barred from hiring chosen security coordinator

Spotlight | France
Hermès's long battle to claw back concession stores

France
Hermès poaches 'nose' in search of sweet smell of success

France
Hermès compelled to upgrade terms for upcycling subsidiary Petit h's designers