Confronting the Creativity Crisis: Insights from BoF VOICES 2023 The world of creativity is facing unprecedented challenges in the wake of artificial intelligence and corporate homogenization. At the recent BoF VOICES 2023 event, visionaries and industry leaders gathered to discuss the pressing issue of the creativity crisis. Designers Jonathan Anderson and Diane von Furstenberg, actor-filmmaker […]
Hollywood’s Warner Bros. Discovery challenge an AI firm over copyright claims
Warner Bros. Discovery Joins Forces with Disney and Universal in Legal Battle Against AI Firm Warner Bros. Discovery has stepped into the ring alongside entertainment giants Disney and Universal in a legal showdown against an AI firm over copyright claims. This move not only signifies a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute but also raises […]
Social Media Created Dupe Culture. Can It Also Reverse the Damage?
Social Media’s Role in the Rise of Dupe Culture: How Brands Like Mirror Palais Are Fighting Back In the age of social media, trends come and go at the speed of a double-tap, leaving behind a trail of imitations and knock-offs. The rise of dupe culture, fueled by platforms like Instagram and TikTok, has created […]
OpenAI faces copyright debate over Ghibli-style images
OpenAI Faces Copyright Debate Over Ghibli-Style Images OpenAI, known for pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, has recently found itself in the midst of a copyright debate. The issue at hand revolves around the use of Ghibli-style images generated by AI, sparking concerns about intellectual property rights and the ethical implications of AI training on […]
The Revenge of Abstraction on Fashion’s Catwalks
The Revenge of Abstraction on Fashion’s Catwalks Experimental silhouettes are reclaiming the spotlight on fashion’s catwalks as a new wave of young labels boldly challenges the industry’s recent obsession with commercial and heritage-inflected designs. Brands such as Duran Lantink, Vautrait, and Marie Adam-Leenaerdt are spearheading this avant-garde movement, pushing the boundaries of traditional fashion and […]
Silent album released to challenge UK AI copyright reforms
Silent Album Released to Challenge UK AI Copyright Reforms In a bold and innovative move, more than 1,000 musicians, including iconic artists like Kate Bush and Cat Stevens, have come together to release a silent album. This unique and thought-provoking project is in direct response to the proposed changes in the UK’s copyright laws, particularly […]
Birkenstock Sues ‘Copycat’ Rivals Claiming Its Sandals Are Applied Art
Birkenstock Sues ‘Copycat’ Rivals Claiming Its Sandals Are Applied Art German footwear giant, Birkenstock, known for its iconic cork-soled sandals, is currently embroiled in a legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for the fashion industry. The company is seeking to have its beloved sandals recognized as “works of applied art” and thus protected by […]
Why Menswear Is Getting a Marketing Refresh
In recent years, menswear marketing has faced significant scrutiny, with many critics pointing out a tendency towards uniformity. A homogenous approach to branding and imagery has created a sense of sameness that threatens to alienate consumers looking for distinction and innovation. In contrast, new entrants to the market are turning heads by adopting fresh strategies […]