Fashion is relative. That is why the style has evolved over the years. As humans, we set new standards for what should be a trendy clothing accessory or not. For centuries, fashion has blessed the world, thanks to designers, models, actors, and performers who have created bold fashion styles, and looks that we have all had to emulate.
History is replete with fashion legends that have influenced and given us fabulous styles to choose from. This group of people has inspired trends that designers and fashion brands take cues from, earning them the undisputed title of ‘Fashion Icons’.
Some big names that have graced the ‘hall of fame of the ever-changing fashion world are Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Diana Ross, Madonna, Naomi Campbell, Prince, Katharine Hepburn, Coco Chanel, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, among others who left legacies of style.
Remember the chic and casual style from the 80s, the perfect ways to rock menswear, slay that little black dress with pearls on your neck, the pioneers of diva looks, the unusual preppy princess attire, rock print dresses, and costume couture, these fashion icons have given us all these looks in abundance from the classics to the Gen-Z touch.
But let us not forget, some of these fashion icons without a doubt have become victims of their fame and glamour, as they have been caught promoting infamous acts. Here we give you top fashion icons and some infamous lawsuits that have had their names attached to them.
Madonna
The pop diva of fashion with a career spanning over thirty years as a music star, feminist, and fashion icon has graced our screens with provocative and controversial lifestyle choices.
Madonna began her career with a tomboy style but she solidified herself as the queen of costume couture during her world tours, but that has not stopped the multiple lawsuits filed in a class action by fans for being perpetually late to her concerts.
In 2010, they hit Madonna with a lawsuit over her new “Material Girl” fashion line for teenagers by a California clothing company, L.A. Triumph, which has been using the name since 1997. The Hollywood Reporter reported the judge ruled in favor of the L.A. Triumph.
The most popular of the Queen of Pop’s lawsuit was the one filed against her and producer Robert “Shep” Pettibone in 2013 for illegally sampling a tune on her 1990 international hit “Vogue,” but it was dismissed by the judge who ruled it was not trivial.
In 2014, they also involved her in a trademark infringement lawsuit over her fitness line of “Hard Candy” gyms, filed by a beauty and fashion company of the same name.
Diana Ross
Diana Ross is one of the most respected artists and fashion icons with panache, she has made appearances in classic gowns or funky on-trend looks graceful with her poise and carriage.
In 1985, New York Times reported that Ross was involved in a $2 million libel case filed by her former executive assistant, Gail Davis, because of a letter where the singer noted about Ms. Davis and sox other letters, stating that if she let go of her employees, it meant that their work or their habits are not acceptable to her and she would not be recommending them for jobs. Though Ross won the case in court, she lost at Appeal, both parties later agreed on an out-of-court settlement.
They have also sentenced Ross to jail after they found her guilty of DUI, following her trial in August 2005. Though the singer’s drunk driving was not a harmful one. Attorneys At Terry Law Firm recommend several steps to take in case you are involved in a DUI accident.
Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell has a career spanning over thirty-five years, walking countless runways and getting featured in renowned fashion magazines.
As a supermodel in the fashion industry, this has put her in the media microscope and she has been found wanting on multiple occasions after being accused of assault, battery, and so on.
Several employees filed separate lawsuits against Campbell accusing her of assault, battery, false imprisonment, and infliction of emotional distress on them.
Between Lawsuits And Legacies
In 1991, Katharine Hepburn got involved in a $4.6 million lawsuit filed by a traffic officer for being battered by the late actress and fashion icon.
Late fashion icons like Grace Kelly, Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn have had their estates or children embroidered in lawsuits defending their legacies or copyright infringement by brands, charities, photographers, and individuals.
These are some of the ultimate prices that these legends have to pay for being pacesetters in their respective careers and being human, at the same time. But, no matter who you are you always need to consult with legal experts to ease the entire thing for you and help you find effective solutions.