Fashion Law, also known as Apparel Law, is an amalgamation of various branches of law, including Contract Law, Employment Law, Consumer Protection Law, Labour Law, and, most significantly, Intellectual Property Rights, which serve as the crux of this legal domain. Fashion Law is particularly relevant to fashion professionals, stakeholders (individuals or groups with a direct or indirect interest in the fashion industry, including workers and those impacted by the industry), fashion students, law students, business professionals, and lawyers.

What fashion lawyers do?
Fashion lawyers perform a broad range of duties, including forming and dissolving business entities, advising on brand development, intellectual property (IP) monetization, franchising, merchandising, and advertising. They also provide protection for intellectual property, draft and negotiate contracts, and handle arbitration and litigation related to trademark, copyright, and other IP issues. Additionally, fashion lawyers address import-export matters within the fashion industry, ensuring necessary arrangements for securing import and export licenses, and securing the rights of fashion designers, models, photographers, and other stakeholders.

Who are the stakeholders?
-Consumers, who drive demand and influence trends within the market.

-Workers engaged in the fashion industry, including artisans, manufacturing personnel, logistics teams, and those working in stores, fashion shows, advertising, and other related sectors.

-Fashion businesses, which encompass companies that design, manufacture, and sell fashion products.

-Fashion designers, who create original clothing, accessories, and footwear collections.

-Fashion models, who represent the brand and showcase fashion products in various media, including advertisements, runways, and photo shoots.

-Fashion photographers and bloggers, who document and promote fashion, often shaping public perception and trends through their platforms.

-Celebrities, influencers, and the movie industry, who significantly impact fashion trends through endorsements, media appearances, and personal styles.

-Logistics providers, who ensure the smooth transportation and delivery of fashion goods from manufacturers to retailers or consumers.

-Shopping malls and retail stores, which serve as physical spaces where consumers can purchase fashion products and experience the brand firsthand.