Fashion fault: Judy designer set to sue copycats

reputation. All of our designs are copyright and if we become aware that people copy us, we will sue.” Leigh Sparks, professor of re ta i l studies at St ir l i n g University, said the fast- moving fashion world was rife with copycat designs. “Some businesses have tried to seek redress by taking companies to court, but by the

Clients include Clinton, Obama and Boyle. time they have the damage has been done,” she said.

A spokeswoman for PayPal confirmed the company was looking into the matter. The Sunday Post attempted to contact the website selling the cheaper designs. However, no one was available to comment. Judy Mu rr a y ’ s spokeswoman also said she was unavailable for comment. The biggest victims of online copying are Burberry and designer and perfume house Chanel.

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