Saturday, January 21, 2023

Do You Ever Wonder if Poshmark is Legal?

It's our 2nd blog post of 2023 and I know y'all see the luxury products sold on Poshmark for extremely affordable prices and wonder if it is legal? 


Well Poshmark says 

Most pre-authenticated items are sourced and shipped directly from verified independent suppliers/resellers who have been carefully vetted by the Poshmark team. We stand by the authenticity of these items and the steps taken by the seller to ensure a safe, secure, and timely delivery to you.The order is authenticated directly through Poshmark HQ or via our trusted independent suppliers that source and pre-authenticate their items prior to shipment.


In order for Poshmark's sell of luxury goods here are a list of  regulations that it would have to follow:

Poshmark is an online marketplace for buying and selling clothing and accessories, which allows individuals and small businesses to buy and sell items directly with one another. Poshmark is considered legal 


  • if it operates within the framework of existing laws and regulations related to online marketplaces, consumer protection, and intellectual property.

  • if it is compliant with the regulations that govern online marketplaces and e-commerce platforms. This includes laws related to consumer protection, taxes, and shipping. Poshmark would have to provide a secure platform for transactions, which helps to protect buyers and sellers from fraud.

  • if it respects the intellectual property rights of its users and brands. Poshmark would need a strict policy against the sale of counterfeit items and will remove any listing that is reported as infringing on someone else's intellectual property rights.

  • if it  has a team of Trust & Safety team who monitor and remove any illegal activities on the platform. They do have a user-friendly dispute resolution process, which allows buyers and sellers to resolve disputes in a fair and efficient manner.

In summary, Poshmark is considered legal if it operates within the framework of existing laws and regulations, respects the intellectual property rights of its users and brands, and has a user-friendly dispute resolution process. 

Main Areas of Fashion Law in 2023

As of 2023, here are some of the main areas that fashion law covers:


  1. Intellectual Property: This includes trademarks, copyrights, and patents, which protect the creative work of designers, brands, and companies.

  2. False Advertising: Laws related to false advertising protect consumers from being misled by false or deceptive advertising claims.

  3. Consumer Protection: This includes laws that protect consumers from fraud, deceptive business practices, and other forms of consumer harm.

  4. Labor and Employment Law: This includes laws related to wages, hours, and working conditions, which are particularly important in the fashion industry due to the widespread use of labor in developing countries.

  5. Environmental Law: This includes laws related to sustainability, pollution, and waste management, which are becoming increasingly important in the fashion industry as consumers demand more eco-friendly and socially responsible products.

  6. Import/Export Regulations: This includes laws related to the import and export of textiles, clothing, and other fashion items, which are subject to tariffs, quotas, and other trade restrictions.

  7. Data Protection and Privacy: This includes laws related to the collection, use, and sharing of personal data by fashion companies, which is becoming increasingly important as the fashion industry relies more heavily on technology and digital platforms.


These are some of the main areas that fashion law covers, and there may be other areas that are relevant as well, depending on the specific context or legal jurisdiction.

Friday, March 27, 2020

That “Force Majeure” clause hits differently during CO-VID19 huh?

During this grey time, where fear of CO-VID 19 mixes with actual sickness, the corona virus negatively affects many links of the fashion retail chain. From manufacturing, distribution, logistics, whole selling, retailing, and buying,  many people are directly involved with the fashion of business.



Some of these affects include: manufacturer shut down due to  global lockdown; little to no distribution; and trouble selling vast amounts of stock that won’t sell.  The same is true with whole sellers and retailers who still have to pay rent. Moreover, clients and potential customers are not spending unnecessary money right now because of unemployment, lower pay, and fear of uncertainty. 

How does this affect a legal contract between any of the parties on the retail chain when there are force majeure clauses set in place for the worst of times?

What is  force majeure? It literally means superior force in strength; and is an unforeseeable circumstance that prevents someone from fulfilling a contract because the  performance  is  commercially impracticable, illegal, or impossible. Not to be confused with an Act of God.  

Acts of God are unpredictable natural events such as storm, earthquake, flood.  Force majeure is human-initiated action that cannot be predicted or controlled by the party to the contract. However, many contracts include both terms to make sure that both natural and unnatural risks are covered. 

How is it used? It removes liability for natural and unavoidable catastrophes that interrupt the expected course of events and restrict participants from fulfilling obligations.

What constitutes a force majeure? War, explosions, riots, strikes, slowdowns, lockouts, and blackouts- just to name a few.

How will the clause be interpreted and applied in court? It depends on the jurisdiction and judge. Some judges (and parties) may argue that this pandemic was no worse than the flu; while others may point to the government restrictions on commerce as dispositive. Other issues courts will look at include: whether this pandemic frustrated the entire purpose of the contract; whether it is impractical or impossible for one party to perform. Let’s face it, only necessary employees are allowed to travel to work outside of the home in many states so, it may be illegal for many to perform under their contract at this time.

Lastly, some contracts include actions that either party should take or not take in  case of impossibility of risks occurring. In this fashion a mutually agreed upon backup plan is in place .

In the end, everyone must rethink their business structure, be flexible, negotiate, be creative, and have a backup plan in times of pandemonium. Reputation is always solidified in business, so going forward, companies and brands must do their part and work together because we are all affected. Kind negotiations will not be forgotten, but neither will stern ones. 



Monday, March 9, 2020

Hair Industry Gems: Hair is a Scarce Commodity

 Still doing business in China and expanding into Southeast Asia, my hair distribution company,  Hair By Akoni, went on a hair tour in the Philippines. Although our hair tour ran shorter than planned, due to Corona Virus (CO-VID19), we were able to get some great footage of Filipino hair manufacturing companies. We are taking on the every growing trillion-dollar hair industry. This week we are talking about how and why hair is a scarce commodity, and how manufacturers operate within such scarcity. Check our vlog series here.


For more information on entering the hair industry, stay connected:

website: www.hairbyakoni.com
Instagram: @hairbyakoni
Facebook: Hair By Akoni
What'sApp:  +8618589250767
Email:         info@hairbyakoni.com
Hashtag :  #hairbyakoni



Saturday, September 28, 2019

Urban Revivo's Brand DNA and Global Emergence

Born in  2006, Urban Revivo (UR) is a trend-led, premium, fast fashion brand. Made in China, UR has begun its 2019 global emergence with headlining stores in Singapore, Bangkok, and London. This brand caught my eye because it offered a fashionable and affordable alternative to other fast fashion brands like Zara-but from a Chinese perspective. We sat down with Sookie Peng, one of UR's corporate visual merchandising managers,  to find out more about UR's plan to hit the global scene. 


Sookie Peng


1. Hi Sookie. Can you tell us more about your title and position at Urban Revivo?

I am the Series Visual Merchandising Manager. I manage the visual displays in all of the UR stores nation wide. Our series represents women, men, youth, and accessories. Once the buyers and designers present us with fashion and accessories, we curate our visual displays.

2. Did you have prior education and experience that helped you become the Series Visual Merchandising Manager? Is prior education and experience necessary for your career path?
I did have prior education and experience. I studied fashion merchandising. I definitely think that anyone who studied fashion, branding, or marketing has the initial skills to help him or her do what I do. It is not necessary, but it can really help advance one's career in corporate fashion.

3. Who is UR’s client? What does he or she wear?
If you are asking about our Brand DNA, we are a Chinese fast-fashion company that dresses the modern man, woman, and youth.  

4. How does UR predict fashion trends for its collection?

Our buyers and designers work together to create our fashions. They travel all around the world, for months in advance, to look for inspiration. Some of these inspirations are birthed from different textiles, fabrics, trends, and styles from all around the world.

5. In the world of fast fashion, how does UR maintain a competitive advantage against the likes of Zara and H&M?

As of now, UR is mostly sold in China and has recently opened its first international stores in Singapore, Bangkok, Thailand, and London; so we don’t primarily compete with the global fast fashion market outside of China. China is our main market, however, we do plan on expanding into the global market soon.

To compete with Zara and H&M, a fashion company has to take larger risks when buying. These stores can afford to have a large back stock, which affects sales if it sells or not. We have less back stock, for instance, since we mostly focus on one market. Also, there may be one of a particular item available in a certain number of UR stores, versus multiples of a particular item in Zara or H&M.

6. How does UR maintain a competitive advantage in China, when most of the world’s textiles come from China?

I think we do a great job of knowing what our consumers want and making them feel special. That way, they choose us a lot.

7. In today’s world of social media and influencer culture, what makes a brand successful?

Creating something special and unique for the individual client is what makes a brand special. We don’t live in the time of famous or infamous brand names, such as Louis Vuitton, or Gucci. I mean, they definitely exist and will live on forever. However, today, many brands are successful because of their social media presence and following.

8. How important is your position?

It is quite important and can be very pressuring at times. I have to curate and delegate the direction to more than one thousand people. If I make a mistake, they must work very hard to fix it.


You can visit UR on Facebook, Instagram, or online at their website.

A few words from the desk of UR:
 Founded in 2006, Urban Revivo is a trend-led
premium brand, upholding "play fashion" at the
heart of the brand concept. Challenging the
traditional retail model, Urban Revivo positions
itself as a pioneer of affordable luxury within the
high street fashion sector. With avant-garde designs, the brand also strikes
a perfect balance between quality and value. It
has always prided itself in creating a unique
shopping experience which is characterized by
contemporary, innovative and youthful product
offerings as well as award-winning luxury
shopping environments for its international
customers. Urban Revivo also strives to keep its
customers engaged with the latest trends
delivered into store twice per week.
Urban Revivo has always been an unconventional
thinker in the industry, embedding the "play
fashion" attitude into its brand DNA. The brand
endeavours to inspire and share with its
international customers the most fun,
contemporary and cross-boundary ideas, so that
everyone can create and enjoy their own world of
fashion which is introduced and inspired by
Urban Revivo.

Saturday, August 31, 2019

Hair By Akoni's Consults for Hair Companies in Guangzhou, China







 Get to know the story behind the brand of Hair By Akoni. This video features Stephanie, the founder and owner of Hair By Akoni, a hair sourcing company that creates hair tools for kinky curly hair.

Watch and see a short day in the life as a hair company and hair consultant helping many hair companies find quality affordable hair every single day in Guangzhou, China.

Whether you need hair for yourself or for your business, contact Hair By Akoni. Contact info below.

Stay Connected: website: www.hairbyakoni.com Instagram: @hairbyakoni Facebook: Hair By Akoni What'sApp: +8618589250767 Email: info@hairbyakoni.com Hashtag : #hairbyakoni