In the fashion world, decisions happen at a rapid pace: new launches, partnerships, influencers, and collaborations require quick responses. But when growth isn't accompanied by adequate legal protection, risks become invisible until they explode in the form of lawsuits, fines, or image crises.

Approximately one thousand Gucci employees, primarily in the retail and logistics sectors in Italy, have announced a potential strike due to delayed bonus payments for the period of 2022 to 2024. These bonuses, stipulated in prior agreements, are intended to supplement compensation and recognize the contributions of the staff.

The 2nd Civil Court of Santo Amaro, in São Paulo, has ordered a digital influencer to pay R$ 15,000 (approx. USD 3,000) in moral damages after posting a video that publicly humiliated a woman.

In the fashion industry, it is common for brands to hire designers, either as employees, freelancers, or through service contracts. But an important question arises: if that designer creates a piece that becomes a best seller, who owns the rights — the designer or the brand?