The Controversy Surrounding Donald Trump's Luxury Watches and Design Integrity

Friday, 18 October 2024, 13:17

Luxury watches featuring Donald Trump's name have sparked debate over design integrity and copyright issues. The recently announced 'Trump Watch Collection' claims premium quality at steep prices, yet critiques from experts highlight craftsmanship concerns. The ongoing controversy raises questions about trademarks and celebrity association in the luxury watch market.
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The Controversy Surrounding Donald Trump's Luxury Watches and Design Integrity

Donald Trump's Luxury Watches: A Design Controversy

In late September, Donald Trump announced his new venture: The Official Trump Watch Collection, portraying it as a great Christmas gift. The luxurious watches, initially branded as Fight Fight Fight and Victory Tourbillon, retail from $799 to an extravagant $100,000, boasting premium, Swiss-Made materials and intricate details.

Quality Concerns and Copyright Issues

  • Watch experts criticized the craftsmanship, with claims of them being the most tragic celebrity watch yet.
  • A ceaseless trademark dispute arose as the advertising employed a photo owned by the AP.
  • AP is pursuing a cease and desist against the related LLC for unauthorized use of the iconic image.

A Unique Marketing Strategy

Details about the LLC, which marketed these watches, are deliberately vague. Despite the doubts, other offerings, such as the First Lady piece, rapidly sold out, raising eyebrows about the marketing strategy.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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