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Final Ruling
The Federal Court of Australia rules in favor of the designer, confirming infringement.
Lawsuit Filed
Katie Taylor initiates formal infringement proceedings in the Federal Court.
Initial Conflict
Katy Perry's legal team attempts to block the designer's trademark use.
Trademark Registration
Taylor successfully registers 'Katie Perry' as a trademark in Australia.
Brand Launch
Katie Taylor begins selling clothes under the Katie Perry label in Australia.
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled in favor of local fashion designer Katie Perry in a long-running trademark dispute against pop star Katy Perry. The decision affirms the priority of local trademark registrations over global celebrity status, finding the singer's merchandise infringed on the designer's established brand.