Summary
Estée Lauder is taking legal action against Jo Malone for using her name in a collaboration with fashion brand Zara. Estée Lauder claims this use violates a previous agreement and affects their brand identity. They are suing for trademark infringement and breach of contract.
Key Facts
- Estée Lauder bought the Jo Malone brand and the rights to the name in 1999.
- Jo Malone collaborated with Zara using the label "A creation by Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves."
- Estée Lauder says this usage weakens the Jo Malone London brand.
- Jo Malone previously agreed not to use her name for marketing after selling the rights.
- Estée Lauder is suing Jo Malone, her new brand Jo Loves, and Zara's UK division.
- The legal action includes charges of trademark infringement and breach of contract.
- Jo Malone's original business became known for its unique fragrances and expanded into candles and bath products.
