LV Molly Tea Ruling Sparks Online Debate in China

Following the Suzhou court’s order against Molly Tea, Chinese netizens have debated the ruling extensively online. Critics argue that Louis Vuitton’s four-petal monogram draws from ancient Asian designs seen on Tang Dynasty artifacts, accusing the brand of monopolizing public-domain motifs. State media outlets noted claims that LV seeks to control traditional patterns.

Supporters of the decision emphasize China’s first-to-file trademark system and LV’s prior registrations, which grant protection regardless of design origins. Others question the ruling’s application across unrelated industries like luxury goods and milk tea.

Molly Tea plans to appeal the judgment. The case has drawn coverage from international outlets discussing broader implications for trademark scope in China.

Sources: https://fortune.com/2026/07/07/louis-vuitton-molly-tea-china-trademark/ https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwykk095yzzo