The Basics of Patent Protection for Design

Tiffany Tibbot writes on the topic of The Basics of Patent Protection for Design on Maker’s Row reviewing how to protect your designs.
Tibbot’s number one lesson: fashion design cannot be protected but the pieces that make up the design can be. Things to consider should be what parts of your design are original and how can you make an impact at the entry level.

What you can do to protect your prototypes:

• Non-Disclosure/Confidentiality Agreements
• Exclusive Rights Agreements regarding a particular fabric, materials or technology
• Shared or partner Asset Agreement
Ways you can protect your inventions include: Brand Trademarks, Provisional Patent vs. Patent and International Intellectual Property Protection.

To read Tibbot’s full article, click here.