The House of AI: Intellectual Property Law as it relates to Generative AI and Fashion

Over the past decade, artificial intelligence has permeated nearly every aspect of society, yet American legislation in this field remains largely archaic. The absence of specific legislation governing generative AI in the United States has led to numerous intellectual property (IP) and copyright disputes, infringing on both creator’s rights and discouraging innovation. Given the rapid evolution of generative AI in society, comprehensive legislative action is necessary to establish clear guidelines balancing intellectual property rights with the need for innovation through technological advancement. While this issue spans multiple industries, this article focuses on fashion, examining how AI regulation can foster innovation while safeguarding designers' rights. By analyzing existing and proposed EU statutes, we can gain insight into legislating AI training processes, copyrighting AI-generated designs, and ensuring transparency.