13 May 2016Trademarks

Christian Louboutin denied Swiss trademark protection

Luxury shoe maker Christian Louboutin has been denied its attempt to register its red sole feature as a trademark in Switzerland.

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Christian Louboutin denied Swiss trademark protection

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