The trademark RIHANNA was filed by Roraj Trade LLC, a Limited Liability Company (the "Applicant"). The application was published for oppositions on September 25, 2006, and received one opposition filed on December 21, 2006 by Alpargatas S.A. on Likelihood of confusion. and proceedings were handled in English, and the oppositon was dismissed by the Euorpean Union Intellectual Property Office with decision issued December 21, 2006
The application was filed in English, and English was also language of all opposition proceedings (Italian was selected as the second language).
The renewal of the trademark was recorded by the office on January 27, 2016.
Appointment and Replacement of representative of the trademark registration was recorded on June 22, 2009. Change of name and address of the trademark registration was recorded on September 17, 2010. Change of name and professional address of the trademark registration was recorded on March 18, 2011. Appointment and Replacement of representative of the trademark registration was recorded on May 30, 2013. Change of name and address of the trademark registration was recorded on April 19, 2018. Appointment and Replacement of representative of the trademark registration was recorded on January 5, 2021.
The Opposition with reference B 001095191 was rejected according to Article 8(1)(b) CTMR with decision issued on October 26, 2009 by the EUIPO.
Goods And Services
The mark was filed in class 9 with following description of goods:
Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments
Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity
Apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images
Magnetic data carriers, recording discs
Automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus
Cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers
Fire-extinguishing apparatus
Musical sound recordings
Audio-visual recordings, namely, compact discs, tape cassettes, audio cassettes, audio tapes, audio discs, records, CD-ROMs, video tapes, video cassettes, video discs, DVDs, DATs, MP3s, and laser discs, all featuring music
Downloadable musical sound recordings
Downloadable video recordings featuring music, beauty, fashion and modeling
Downloadable electronic publications in the nature of books, booklets, magazines, journals, manuals, brochures, leaflets, pamphlets and newsletters, all in the field of music, entertainment, beauty, fashion, modeling, lifestyles, home décor, the arts, culture, politics and education
Electronic publications, namely, books, booklets, magazines, journals, manuals, brochures, leaflets, pamphlets and newsletters, all in the field of music, entertainment, beauty, fashion, modeling, lifestyles, home décor, the arts, culture, politics and education, all recorded on CD-ROMs, diskettes, floppy disks, video cassettes, and magnetic tapes
Protective eyewear
Sunglasses
Eyeglasses
Eyeglass frames
Opera glasses
Spectacles
Eyeglass, sunglass and spectacle cases
Eyeglass, sunglass and spectacle straps
Eyeglass, sunglass and spectacle chains
Magnets
Decorative magnets
Refrigerator magnets
Novelty magnets
Mouse pads
Compact disc cases
Fitted cases for storage and transportation, namely, cases for compact discs, audio cassettes, video cassettes, CD-ROMs, home video games, home video game accessories, computers, computer accessories, cameras, camcorders and portable phones
Computer carrying cases
Wrist rests and supports for computer mouse users
Wrist rests for computers
Computer keyboard wrist pads
Computer game software, programs, cartridges, joysticks, cassettes, discs and instruction manuals
Electronic game programs
Interactive video game programs
Interactive multimedia computer game program
Virtual reality game software.
The mark was filed in class 16 with following description of goods:
Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes
Printed matter
Bookbinding material
Photographs
Stationery
Adhesives for stationery or household purposes
Artists' materials
Paint brushes
Typewriters and office requisites (except furniture)
Instructional and teaching material (except apparatus)
Plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes)
Printers' type
Printing blocks
Posters
Calendars
Temporary tattoos
Stickers
Decals
Bumper stickers
Iron-on and plastic transfers
Blank cards
Gift and greeting cards
Motivational cards
Occasion and note cards
Place, record, score and trading cards
Postcards
Scrapbooks
Stationery
Note pads
Paper note tablets
Writing tablets
Note books
Folders
Bookmarks
Paper pennants
Binders
Writing paper
Envelopes
Address and appointment books
Desk pads
Paper tags
Passport cases, covers and holders
Desk top and personal organizers
Organizers for stationery use
Stationery-type portfolios
Paper flags
Mounts for stamps
Rubber stamps
Stamp albums
Stamp pad inks
Stamp pads
Sleeves for holding and protecting stamps
Paper banners
Holders for desk accessories
Coin holders
Document holders
Letter openers, racks and trays
Pen and pencil cups
Pens
Pencils
Markers
Pen and pencil sets
Erasers
Drafting and drawing rulers
Pencil sharpeners
Bookends
Book covers and holders
Checkbook covers
Checkbook holders
Checkbook and passbook wallets
Coin and photograph albums
Bulletin boards
Photographic, picture or art mounts
Photographic prints
Photographs
Lithographs
Decorative paper centerpieces and pencil-top ornaments
Picture books
Globes
Paperweights
Paper clip and sign holders
Printed paper signs
Clip boards
Paper party favors
Paper emblems
Printed emblems
Paper identification tags
Paper name badges
Paper illustration boards
Paper flower pot covers
Clip boards
Paper cloths for polishing and cleaning
Paper handkerchiefs
Tour books
Printed concert programs
Books, magazines, leaflets, journals, newsletters, booklets, pamphlets and brochures, all of the aforesaid featuring music, entertainment, television, film, arts, fashion, beauty, modeling, lifestyles and culture.
The mark was filed in class 25 with Clothing, footwear, headgear and clothing, namely, shirts, t-shirts, under shirts, night shirts, rugby shirts, polo shirts, cardigans, jerseys, uniforms, dress shirts, pants, trousers, slacks, jeans, culottes, cargo pants, denim jeans, overalls, coveralls, jumpers, jump suits, shorts, boxer shorts, tops, crop tops, tank tops, halter tops, sweat shirts, sweat shorts, sweat pants, wraps, warm-up suits, jogging suits, track suits, play suits, blouses, skirts, dresses, gowns, sweaters, vests, fleece vests, pullovers, snow suits, parkas, capes, anoraks, ponchos, jackets, reversible jackets, coats, blazers, suits, turtlenecks, cloth ski bibs, swimwear, beachwear, tennis wear, surf wear, ski wear, layettes, infantwear, infants sleepers, booties, baby bibs not of paper, cloth diapers, caps, swim caps, berets, beanies, hats, visors, headbands, wrist bands, sweat bands, headwear, ear muffs, aprons, scarves, bandanas, belts, suspenders, neckwear, ties, neckerchiefs, ascots, underwear, thermal underwear, long underwear, briefs, swim and bathing trunks, bras, sports bras, brassieres, bustiers, corsets, panties, thongs, garters and garter belts, teddies, girdles, foundation garments, singlets, socks, loungewear, robes, smocks, underclothes, pajamas, sleepwear, night gowns, lingerie, camisoles, negligees, chemises, chemisettes, slips, sarongs, leg warmers, hosiery, pantyhose, body stockings, knee highs, leggings, tights, leotards, body suits, unitards, body shapers, gloves, mittens, footwear, shoes, sneakers, boots, galoshes, sandals, flip-flops, slippers and rainwear..
The mark was filed in class 35 with Promoting the goods and services of others through issuance of product and/or service endorsements, and through appearances for product and/or service advertising.
The mark was filed in class 41 with following description of goods:
Education
Providing of training
Entertainment
Sporting and cultural activities
Record production
Music production
Audio recording and production
Videotape production
Motion picture song production
Production of video discs for others
Recording studios
Entertainment services, namely, producing musical audio and video programs
Distributing musical audio and video programs
Distribution of musical audio and video recordings for broadcast
Music composition and transcription for others
Song writing services
Music publishing services
Entertainment in the nature of a live musical performer, musical band or musical group
Entertainment in the nature of live performances by a musical artist, musical group or musical band
Entertainment in the nature of visual and audio performances by a musical artist, musical group and musical band
Entertainment, namely, live music concerts
Entertainment, namely, personal appearances by a musician, musical group, musical band, entertainer, model, actress or celebrity
Entertainment services, namely, providing a web site featuring musical performances, musical videos, related film clips, photographs, and other multimedia materials
Entertainment services, namely, providing prerecorded music, information in the field of music, commentary and articles about music, all online via a global computer network
Providing a web site that features subject matters related to music, fashion, modeling, beauty and lifestyles
Television and radio production
Radio entertainment production
Motion picture film production
Entertainment in the nature of on-going television, cable television and radio programs featuring music, beauty, fashion, modeling, comedy, dramatic acts, and spoken word
Television and cable television programs featuring music, beauty, fashion, modeling, comedy, drama, and spoken word providing a variety show distributed over television, cable television, radio, satellite, audio and video media
Entertainment, namely, a continuing variety and musical show broadcast over television, satellite, the Internet, audio and video media
Theatre productions
Entertainment in the nature of traveling tours featuring music, drama, and spoken word
Entertainment services, namely, providing an on-line computer game
Providing a computer game that may be accessed network-wide by network users
Modeling agencies
Modeling for advertising or sales promotion
Product demonstration services in shop windows by live models
Entertainment in the nature of beauty pageants, modeling contests, photo contests and online beauty contests
Entertainment in the nature of organizing and conducting talent and modeling competitions
Educational services, namely, providing courses of instruction in the field of beauty, fashion, print, runway, and commercial modeling.