Adventures in Copyright

Temperley Takes a Bite Out of Hermes

temperley must have loved the hermes apple.jpgWWD just announced that Temperley has designed a little apple purse made of napa leather and metallic python, of which only 25 were produced. They’re hoping it creates a bit of buzz for holiday.

But earlier this year, Hermes came out with their own apple purse, this time a candy apple green color on lambskin replete with a little knife, for kicks.

Coincidence? Or does Temperley think their customers don’t shop at Hermes, therefore will never know their $1,000 purse is actually somebody else’s cute idea?

You decide.

Editor’s Note: Brett just pointed out that Missoni also did an apple purse for Spring 05 as part of a fruit scheme.

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 11:54AM

there is a difference between inspiration and ripping off; you all seem to not know the difference.

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 12:04PM

@11:54
My sentiments exactly. With a very few notable exceptions, nearly everything in fashion is inspired by something else. I'm sure if you dig far enough there will be an apple purse that preceded Hermes

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 1:44PM

For all its worth the Temperley purse is nicer, but the price is ridiculous...

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 2:08PM

I don't really think this one looks like an adventure in copyright, fashionista. There are very few original ideas Hermes definitely didn't invent fruit as bag, it's more likely Alice was inspired by something vintage from somewhere...

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 2:08PM

I don't really think this one looks like an adventure in copyright, fashionista. There are very few original ideas and Hermes definitely didn't invent the fruit as bag, it's more likely Alice was inspired by something vintage from somewhere...

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 2:08PM

I don't really think this one looks like an adventure in copyright, fashionista. There are very few original ideas and Hermes definitely didn't invent the fruit as bag, it's more likely Alice was inspired by something vintage from somewhere...

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 2:10PM

I don't really think this one looks like an adventure in copyright, fashionista. There are very few original ideas and Hermes definitely didn't invent the fruit as bag, it's more likely Alice was inspired by something vintage from somewhere... or perhaps even by the fact that her father has cider/apple farms in England?!

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 2:33PM

Actually, you must not be aware that Alice Temperley was raised on a Cider Farm, (which consists of apples) and she uses that as an inspiration often!! The apple bag that preceded Hermes was Judith Leiber!!

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posted by FashionIntelligentsia

Nov 10, 2008 2:44PM

Apples as purses doesn't equal a new concept. I think I had one when I was a wee child.

I did love MBMJ's apple necklaces though.

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posted by guest

Nov 10, 2008 4:15PM

i like the temperley one better anyway

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posted by guest

Nov 11, 2008 3:09AM

Purses shaped like fruit and purses made specifically to hold fruit have been around for ages. They're popular in Japan especially. This comparison is ridiculous

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posted by guest

Nov 11, 2008 4:38AM

let's hope the apple doesn't taste as bitter as your attitude, fashionista

go temperley!!!

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posted by guest

Nov 11, 2008 2:00PM

ok ok guys..
yes, inspiration comes from everywhere, yes, the idea of fruit as a bag did not start with Hermes; but you have to admit, they are pretty similar. same size, very close to same shape, one closely preceding the other. The only differences are the materials, where it opens, and the subtraction of a knife. Give fashionista a break.

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posted by guest

Nov 11, 2008 11:09PM

temperley also put out a red satin apple with their fall08 collection....

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