I begin this episode with some background history  of the Chanel fashion house  then discuss general patent law and analyze a few interesting recent patents which are owned by Chanel. In the second half of the  episode I discuss and analyze the many updates in the ongoing Chanel v. The RealReal lawsuit. 

Episode Notes: 

1.  Chanel Utility Patent : Cosmetic article comprising stacked meshes

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2. Chanel Utility Patent: Sestrin activators for preventing and/or attenuating skin ageing and/or hydrating the skin and/or for regulating skin pigmentation

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3. Chanel v. The RealReal 1:18-cv-10626 (S.D.N.Y)