By Look at any photography store shelf and you’ll notice something remarkable: even without reading labels, you can instantly identify a Nikon lens by its distinctive gold ring, a Canon L-series by its red accent band, or a Fujifilm camera by its retro-inspired dials and silver-black body styling. These visual signatures aren’t accidents—they’re legally protected trade dress, a form of intellectual property that safeguards the overall look and feel of products from copycat competitors.
Trade dress protection extends beyond logos and brand names to encompass the complete visual impression a product creates. In the …
