Summary
Jo Malone, a perfume designer, faces a legal case with Estée Lauder over the use of her name in a collaboration with Zara. Estée Lauder, which bought the rights to her brand name in 1999, claims that the use of Malone’s name on packaging violates previous agreements. Malone expressed surprise and sadness over the lawsuit and hopes for a resolution.
Key Facts
- Estée Lauder purchased Jo Malone’s brand rights, including her name, in 1999.
- Jo Malone established a new company called Jo Loves in 2011.
- Estée Lauder is suing Jo Malone, Jo Loves, and Zara for using Malone’s name on product packaging.
- The packaging in question includes the text: “A creation by Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves.”
- Jo Malone has not been allowed to use her name for commercial purposes according to the terms of the 1999 sale agreement.
- Malone is willing to defend her case in court but hopes for a resolution.
- The collaboration with Zara started in 2019 and used Malone's name prominently.
- Estée Lauder emphasizes the importance of protecting contractual obligations and their brand investment.
