From Kimono, through #KimOhNo, to Skims: A branding nightmare for Kim Kardashian
#KimOhNo became a symbol of the backlash to Kim Kardashian’s attempt to register a trademark for her new line of shape wear, Kimono.
Case no.: R2384/2017-1
Decision date: 27 May, 2019
Jurisdiction: European Union
Subject matter: Likelihood of confusion, Phonetic similarity, Reputation
Someone already owns a trademark similar to my brand. What should I do?
What does a product photo have to meet to be accepted as a trademark specimen?
What sales do I need to make to satisfy the in-commerce requirement?
If I register the US trademark, does this registration offer any protection outside of the US?