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Kim Kardashian in Hot Water Over Fragrance Logo

by Marissa Gold (Subscribe to Marissa Gold's posts)
Posted Feb 18th 2010 at 7:00PM  
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Kim's logo, left, and the Korcula logo necklace, right. Photos: Courtesy of Sephora | Courtesy of Korcula

Kim Kardashian is one busy woman. She juggles multiple businesses, endorsements, and public appearances on a daily basis. Her latest baby? The Kim Kardashian fragrance, which hit Sephora stores this month. There's just one problem: The perfume's logo may not have been Kim's idea.

The double K logo on Kim's fragrance bottles bears a striking resemblance to the double K logo of a jewelry line called Korcula. In fact, back in 2008, Korcula creator Lindley Bertin sent Kardashian one of the gold necklaces shown above as a gift. Bertin thought Kardashian would love the fact that the Korcula brand's logo included her initials, and she was right: Kim was seen wearing the necklace, and Bertin was flattered.

That is, of course, until she saw Kardashian's perfume bottes come out this year. Bertin told StyleList, "I am disappointed that someone would take something from me that I put so much time, energy, and money into creating." The designer feels that the Kardashian fragrance logo is a rip-off of her own, and has enlisted the help of mega-lawyer David Boies to resolve the matter.

We're keeping our fingers crossed that everything works out peacefully!
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Tags: kim kardashian, kim kardashian fragrance, KimKardashian, KimKardashianFragrance, korcula
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E.D., 2-22-2010, 6:40AM

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E.D.

Isn't it just a rip off from Cocco Channel basically? Think about it She was the one who originaly put her two initials backwards. I think both of these ladies have no imagination!

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poot, 2-22-2010, 10:27AM

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Yeah, when I hear "I spent so much time, energy and money into creating this," coming from the designer, she pretty goes right to the top of the BS list... then to send one FOR FREE to Kardashian is blatant ass kissing--getting ripped off by the only person less creative than her on Earth seems quite fitting. And KK getting her ass sued is also quite fitting... and with an ass the size of a Buick, that's going to be quite a job.

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Carlos de Vasconcellos, 2-22-2010, 1:24PM

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Oh, I thought her "fragance" was named Skank.

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Barry, 2-22-2010, 7:24AM

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Barry

Looks like a rip-off to me!

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Chris, 2-22-2010, 7:31AM

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I think that it is very sad that Kim, with all her fame, would do something like that. Especially, if the gal is a friend and took her time out to make a necklace for her. That just goes to show you how selfish Kim is and how she has no imagination. I really liked the show but Kim, get a grip and find your own logo. Really! I cannot imagine how you treat your other friends that give you things. But you do not care, all you care about is money and that does not buy you happiness! The true treasures in life is not materialistic. I bet you are not happy! Until you live life like it was the last day on earth and love someone that loves you just as much. Just thought I would put that added thought in there. I really do like you and your family and watch the show all the time. I just am dissappointed in you. I hope you take care of it with the class that I know you have.

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JoJo, 2-22-2010, 10:31AM

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I have a hard time believing that Kim put any time into this logo other than hiring someone to come up with a logo and approving it.

It's theft of logo, but sheesh, it's hard to believe that someone spent a great deal of time putting two letters back to back.

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jj, 2-22-2010, 8:03AM

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It is a rip off. Although I must say Kim did a much better version.

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susie, 2-22-2010, 8:13AM

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She is BEAUTIFUL!! The Monroe of our times. She has lots of talent. she is a producer, model has her own business. Not to mention making millions. Why are you all so jealouse??? I already know why losers.

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Ani, 2-22-2010, 9:50AM

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Well, Derrel, that's a lot of hatred isn't it? Of all the adjectives you used to describe Kim, none of them truly fit. You call her talentless, yet what do you say about the many supermodels in the industry? Kim has used her assets to her advantage, and is successful because of it. Are you jealous that she has connections to becoming successful that you never had? Kim is not the bitch, you are.
Sincerely, a definitely NOT fat or ugly 18 year old who admires Kim for her ability to make loads of money despite any discernable talent.

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carmen, 2-22-2010, 10:10AM

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She may be the Monroe of our times ...let's see... several failed marriages,a drug addiction that killed her and a penchant for married men...Does that really seem like a compliment now...I'm just sayin'

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Cindy Stauffer, 2-22-2010, 12:19PM

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Talent??????????? What talent?

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justine, 2-22-2010, 1:45PM

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Susie I walked in on my teenage nephews watching her have sex with some black rapper on video. This slut has no class. She's not smart. Other people come up with concepts and ask her to put her name on it. She gets paid, but not as much as they do. She is worthless and should go away like Paris did.

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KIM, 2-22-2010, 8:13AM

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I hate how money makes you greedy!! It is sad that this girl would think that Kim would do that to her, some friend she is. Instead of accusing her try calling her, what do you think? Or do you not have her number cause your not really friends. I don't feel that this is steeling, seeing as though the Alphabet has been around for years right, and we can use it as we please. You may have inspired her but it is a different representation of the "k". GET a life chick.

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susie, 2-22-2010, 8:18AM

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You dont even know the story. Yes its to close but some idiot out there gave it an okay and she trusted this person. You all should get facts before judging someone. Thou shall not judge!!!

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Layla, 2-22-2010, 8:27AM

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I have nothing against Kim..but I have to agree with the Chanel comment....this is a rip off of Chanel's logo..Gwen Stefani uses it also...a number of celebs have ripped off Chanel simply because they have no imagination..or rather their team of highly paid experts have no imagination and they're to ignorant to know the difference which means they shouldn't be in the business in the first place.

I have to say though as far as this goes...I had no idea that they were showing me two different logos at first, Kim definitely stole it. She could have been more creative in the process if she was going to rip someone off...hmmm...

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Layla, 2-22-2010, 8:26AM

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@susie...for real? The Monroe of our times?? Are you nuts? I have nothing against Kim but come on get your head out of your a$# please will you?

Also, Kim has to approve everything and if she didn't then it's still shame on her. Remember Kathy Lee and the sweatshop incident? If you're going to put your name on, claim you were the creator and sign on the dotted line...you accept all responsibility. I don't think Kim is a dummy she knew what she was doing, she just thought she could swirl it up a bit on the bottom edges and it's not the same. Not true..she's wrong on this.

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susie, 2-22-2010, 8:50AM

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I forgot monroe was a tramp sleeping around with married men. Thanks for reminding me. Kim is not a tramp nor a drinker or drug abuser like Monroe was. So get your head out of your @@S ..

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Kelly, 2-22-2010, 8:28AM

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Well, I do like the show. Having said that, the show would suck without Khloe! She is amazing! She has such smart wit, and an awesome sense of humor. Khloe seems to be the only one of the girls that is really, truly grounded in some morals! She scoffs at the others for spending ridiculous amounts of money on clothes and such. She has a good head on her shoulders, is not judgemental and will be a wonderful Mother herself one day.
I like Kourtney too, just not her mooch sidekick Scott.
I can hardly wait to see Khloe n Kourtney in Miami again!!

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Barb, 2-22-2010, 8:35AM

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Khloe has morals................yikes, if that is good morals then we are all in trouble. I think all of the Kardashian girls, Khloe included are dispicable role models. The constant swearing and disrespect of their parents is terrible.
the constant pressure on looks alone is a bad example for young women.

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Kelly, 2-22-2010, 8:48AM

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I said out of the girls, meaning Khloe has more morals than her sisters....
So far I haven't seen an episode about Khloe being a liar, ahem...Kim...

Apparently you must watch the show yourself or you wouldn't know so much about it.
Their Mother is an awful role model. That's where all their issues started. I'm all for having a close family, where u can say anything, but don't believe u should slip viagra in your husband's coffee, drink daily or pimp out your children!

"Smooch" should be renamed "Mooch!"

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