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Contested design 008285993-0006

Invalidity · first instance · 2023-07-13

000117047

Contested design: 008285993-0006

CDRmedium-confidence extraction

Outcome

Application rejected (holder wins)

The application for a declaration of invalidity is rejected, and the applicant is ordered to pay the holder's costs fixed at EUR 400.

Show verbatim operative text(es)

Se desestima la solicitud de declaración de nulidad del modelo comunitario registrado n.º 008285993-0006. Se condena al solicitante a que sufrague las costas del titular, fijadas en 400 EUR.

CostsApplicant ordered to pay costs of €400

Parties

Applicant · invalidity challenger

Honeygirl Co Ltdvia PDF extraction

United Kingdom (GB)

7 beechwood Small CV, Henfield West Sussex BN5 9YS Reino Unido

Represented by

BIRD & BIRD LLP

Holder · RCD owner

Institucional Collective Ltdvia PDF extraction

United Kingdom (GB)

447 High Road Unit D40D, London N12 0AF Reino Unido

Represented by

Alexis Tabary

Prior art cited (51)

Web disclosureD1⚠ rejected as evidence

illustration of a marbled paper rose design, allegedly from a 1570 Seville publication

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Recebimiento_qve_hizo_la_mvy_noble_y_muy_leal_ciudad_de_Seuilla_(IA_recebimientoqveh00mall).pdf · Wikimedia Commons · disclosed 2021-01-01

Web disclosureD2

image from the Manly Palmer Hall collection of alchemical manuscripts

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Manly_Palmer_Hall_collection_of_alchemical_manuscripts,_1500-1825_(1600)_(14784039085).jpg · Wikimedia Commons · disclosed 2015-08-02

Web disclosureD3

brown and black marbled paper design

http://vintageprintable.swivelchairmedia.com/?attachment_id=3458 · vintageprintable.swivelchairmedia.com · disclosed 2011-04-07

Web disclosureD4⚠ rejected as evidence

scanned book cover image

https://digitalcollections.lib.washington.edu/digital/collection/dp/id/513/rec/23 · University of Washington digital collections

Web disclosureD5⚠ rejected as evidence

Diane Von Furstenberg Silk Scarf Blue Marble listing

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/599308069/diane-von-furstenberg-silk-scarf-blue?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=nla_listing_details · Etsy

Web disclosureD6⚠ rejected as evidence

vintage Chinese abstract marble print rug listing

https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/rugs-carpets/chinese-rugs/vintage-chinese-abstract-marble-print-rug-modern-neoclassical-baroque-style/id-f_20038242/ · 1stDibs

Web disclosureD7

marbled paper design image from a blog post

https://bibliodyssey.blogspot.com/2010/11/marbled-paper-designs.html · BibliOdyssey · disclosed 2010-11-26

Web disclosureD8

Orange Marbles Art image

https://www.deviantart.com/nickv47/art/orange-marbles-42439206 · DeviantArt · disclosed 2006-11-03

Web disclosureD9

fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD10

marble-pattern fashion image from Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 evening collection

https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/stella-mccartney-fall-2012-evening-collection/ · fashiongonerogue.com · disclosed 2012-02-21

Web disclosureD11

marble-pattern fashion image from Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 evening collection

https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/stella-mccartney-fall-2012-evening-collection/ · fashiongonerogue.com · disclosed 2012-02-21

Web disclosureD12

marble-pattern fashion image from Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 evening collection

https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/stella-mccartney-fall-2012-evening-collection/ · fashiongonerogue.com · disclosed 2012-02-21

Web disclosureD13

marble-pattern fashion image from Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 evening collection

https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/stella-mccartney-fall-2012-evening-collection/ · fashiongonerogue.com · disclosed 2012-02-21

Web disclosureD14

marble-pattern fashion image from Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 evening collection

https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/stella-mccartney-fall-2012-evening-collection/ · fashiongonerogue.com · disclosed 2012-02-21

Web disclosureD15

marble-print fashion image from 'From Stella to Rihanna... how to wear marble print'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2152452/From-Stella-Rihanna--wear-marble-print.html · Daily Mail · disclosed 2012-05-31

Web disclosureD16

marble-pattern image from the 'Marbleous' article

http://www.minnagilligan.com/2012/12/marbleous.html · minnagilligan.com · disclosed 2012-12-15

Web disclosureD17

marble-pattern image from the 'Marbleous' article

http://www.minnagilligan.com/2012/12/marbleous.html · minnagilligan.com · disclosed 2012-12-15

Web disclosureD18

marble-pattern image from the 'Marbleous' article

http://www.minnagilligan.com/2012/12/marbleous.html · minnagilligan.com · disclosed 2012-12-15

Web disclosureD19

marble-pattern image from the 'Marbleous' article

http://www.minnagilligan.com/2012/12/marbleous.html · minnagilligan.com · disclosed 2012-12-15

Web disclosureD20

white-and-black marble fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD21

white-and-black marble shoe image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD22

off-white marble fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD23

off-white marble fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD24

off-white marble fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD25

black-and-white marble clothing image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD26⚠ rejected as evidence

Christian Louboutin multicolor marble patent leather pumps

https://theluxurycloset.com/women/christian-louboutin-multicolor-marble-patent-leather-so-kate-pointed-toe-pumps-size-39-p251533 · theluxurycloset.com · disclosed 2014-02-03

Web disclosureD27⚠ rejected as evidence

book image from 'Conversation Piece, a Film by Luchino Visconti'

https://www.rizzolibookstore.com/conversation-piece-film-luchino-visconti · Rizzoli Bookstore · disclosed 2014-03-01

Web disclosureD28

gray-on-white marble fashion image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD29

black-and-white marble pattern image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD30

black-and-white marble pattern image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD31

black-and-white marble pattern image from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD32⚠ rejected as evidence

Christian Louboutin grey marble print patent leather pumps

https://theluxurycloset.com/women/christian-louboutin-grey-marble-print-patent-leather-so-kate-pumps-size-405-p482877?cur=GBP&cjevent=476163fd5c1f11ec827b02be0a180510&utm_source=cj&utm_medium=aff · theluxurycloset.com · disclosed 2015-07-21

Web disclosureD33

bag with a marble pattern from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD34

high-heeled shoe with a marble pattern from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD35⚠ rejected as evidence

article showing various patterned boxes and fashion items

https://www.carnetchic.com/matchesfashion-com-the-best-shop-for-multi-brands-in-london/?lang=en · carnetchic.com · disclosed 2016-11-09

Web disclosureD36

boot with a marble pattern from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD37⚠ rejected as evidence

Pinterest image with a marble pattern

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/333477547398920774/ · Pinterest · disclosed 2017-08-12

Web disclosureD38

Kaleen Marble rug listing

https://www.rugs-direct.com/Details/Kaleen-Marble-MBL03/131090/210704 · rugs-direct.com

Web disclosureD39

garment with a marble pattern from 'The history of the marble fashion trend'

https://everythingmarble.it/2019/01/15/marble-fashion-trend/ · everythingmarble.it · disclosed 2019-01-15

Web disclosureD40⚠ rejected as evidence

Diane Von Furstenberg dress image from the Matchesfashion US Pinterest page

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/ · Pinterest / Matchesfashion US

Web disclosureD41⚠ rejected as evidence

Red Plume Agate hand-marbled paper item

https://jemmalewismarblinganddesign.bigcartel.com/product/red-plume-agate-hand-marbled-paper · Big Cartel · disclosed 2019-06-27

Web disclosureD42⚠ rejected as evidence

Aurora Rug by Asiatic Carpets Design AU08 Marble

https://www.rugsuk.com/aurora-rug-by-asiatic-carpets-design-au08-marble/ · rugsuk.com · disclosed 2019-07-01

Web disclosureD43

coat image from the 'Fendi Fall Couture 2019' slideshow

https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2019-couture/fendi/slideshow/collection#2 · Vogue · disclosed 2019-07-04

Web disclosureD44

marble lampshade in raspberry

https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/thelittlebirdpress/product/marble-lampshade-in-raspberry · notonthehighstreet.com · disclosed 2020-03-02

Web disclosureD45⚠ rejected as evidence

marble prints webpage image

https://lxrcreate.co.uk/marble-prints-for-your-home/ · lxrcreate.co.uk

Web disclosureD46⚠ rejected as evidence

baked marble print lampshade

https://www.wolfandbadger.com/eu/lampshade-baked-marble-print-40x25cm/ · Wolf & Badger · disclosed 2020-07-21

Web disclosureD47⚠ rejected as evidence

carnelian marbled silk shade

https://www.wolfandbadger.com/eu/carnelian-marbled-silk-shade/ · Wolf & Badger · disclosed 2020-10-10

Web disclosureD48⚠ rejected as evidence

marble-print skirt

https://shop.mango.com/gb/women/skirts-midi/marble-print-skirt_17057749.html · Mango · disclosed 2021-10-06

Web disclosureD49⚠ rejected as evidence

marbled-print scarf

https://shop.mango.com/gb/women/scarves-and-neckscarves-neckscarves/marbled-print-scarf_17046711.html · Mango · disclosed 2021-11-06

Web disclosureD50⚠ rejected as evidence

marble-print dress

https://shop.mango.com/gb/women/dresses-and-jumpsuits-midi/marble-print-dress_17087747.html · Mango · disclosed 2021-11-10

Web disclosureD51⚠ rejected as evidence

marbled jacquard sweater

https://shop.mango.com/gb/women/cardigans-and-sweaters-sweaters/marbled-jacquard-sweater_17017117.html · Mango · disclosed 2021-11-17

Legal grounds invoked

Article 25(1)(b)Article 4(1)Article 5(1)(b)Article 6(1)(b)Article 7

Argument summary

  • The applicant sought invalidity for lack of novelty and individual character over 51 earlier online marble-pattern disclosures.
  • The holder argued the contested design created a different overall impression because its patterns, colours, gradients and tones differed materially.
  • The Division rejected several cited web disclosures as unproven, mismatched, undated, or otherwise insufficient evidence of prior disclosure.
  • For the accepted prior designs, the Division found the informed user would perceive different overall impressions, despite broad designer freedom for surface patterns.
  • The invalidity application was rejected and the applicant was ordered to pay EUR 400 in costs.

Deciding panel

  • MemberEnrico D’ERRICO
  • MemberRebecca Santana Davies
  • MemberElisabetta FERRARO

Decision files

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