THOM BROWNE WINS IN ADIDAS TRADEMARK BATTLE OVER STRIPE PATTERN

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

A U.K. court ruled against Adidas in its case against Thom Browne, affirming the legality of Thom Browne's four-bar stripe design. This decision and a similar U.S. ruling highlight the challenges of "trademark bullying," where dominant companies target smaller rivals. The verdict strengthens protections for designers and underscores the consequences of overreaching trademark claims.