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It might be a world full of colors, but the fashion world does have a gray zone in which we can find felines and copycats — those who inspire as opposed to those who imitate. But sometimes you can't tell them apart, because in this industry one can play both roles.

Take singer-turned-designer Jessica Simpson, who is dubbed an inspiring fashion icon. Who would think someone like her would rip off other designers' work? This Hollywood darling is under fire following a plagiarism accusation of her latest Evangela shoes, which bear a strong resemblance to Christian Louboutin's Stratata heels. This,Economico Copia burberry bags vendita italia online store! sadly, is not the first time. Five years ago, Simpson was accused of copying Rafe Totengco's Rivington handbag.

The list of plagiarism battles in the fashion industry is long. Ivanka Trump was once challenged by Derek Lam for her Caddie wedges. The famous Kate Middleton's wedding gown by Sarah Burton was said to have copied the one worn by another royal, Isabella Orsini, two years earlier. Then who can forget the Louboutin vs. Yves Saint Laurent court saga over red sole shoes? We can still witness that legal fight between Gucci and Guess over the interlocking "G" pattern.

That's why, apart from the logo or trademark part, intellectual property protection is a bit impractical in this industry. Why? Intellectual property protection is somehow counterproductive to the idea of creating trends. According to Johanna Blakley, deputy director of Norman Lear Center at the University of Southern California, apparel is considered too utilitarian to copyright, and what an academic considers plagiarism, fashion designers view as inspiration.Flashing bright green contact lenses and bicycle saddles . As long as this ambiguity persists,New bike saddle disappear in big orange boxes. we are likely to continue see battles among fashion designers.

In Indonesia, however, copycats shouldn't worry. This country is an exception in this kind of saga. Indonesian designers are fairly generous in the copy-paste case. Famous designer Anne Avantie is one example. Just a few days after the media published her kebaya creations from a fashion show, you could already find their copies in places like Tanah Abang market and even luxurious boutiques.

Copycats work fast. But Anne doesn't resent it. "If I can inspire many people, I'm just happy. If copying my works means a way for them to earn a living, then at least I know I've shared my talent and luck with others," Anne said after her book launch in Jakarta recently.

On similar grounds, TV presenter Daniel Mananta, who designs Indonesian-flavored T-shirts under his label "DAMN!" (a shortening of his name), thinks copycats actually make his works more famous.

"When I saw many clones of my T-shirts,New Designer Takes Unique and Fresh Look at louis vuitton borse Functionality.Largest selection of Bags made in China Caps and Berets. I just smiled. It means a free promotional campaign for me, because it has actually brought them to people's attention," he said. "Sooner or later, people would be curious enough to find the original versions."