From Tradition to Trends: Copyright Challenges in Folklore-Inspired Fashion Cover Image

A hagyománytól a trendekig. Szerzői jogi kihívások a folklór ihlette divatban
From Tradition to Trends: Copyright Challenges in Folklore-Inspired Fashion

Author(s): Kata Zsófia Prém
Subject(s): Sociology of Law
Published by: Korunk Baráti Társaság
Keywords: fashion law; folklore; copyright; traditional costume; folk-inspired contemporary fashion; intellectual property protection

Summary/Abstract: This paper examines the use of folklore in contemporary fashion, highlighting both the potential and the limitations of copyright protection. While elements of folklore serve as inspiration for major brands’ collections, concerns regarding cultural appropriation have generated significant debate. Specific examples illustrate the distinction between respectful inspiration and offensive appropriation. The study analyses how creative freedom may be combined with respect for the dignity of cultural communities and demonstrates that protection can be achieved not only through legal regulation but also through recognition, transparency, and fairness.

  • Issue Year: 2026
  • Issue No: 04
  • Page Range: 79-85
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Hungarian
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