Trademark Class 25 for Protecting Clothing, Footwear & Headgear Brands

If your business deals in apparel, footwear, or headgear, you must register your brand under Trademark Class 25. This class covers a broad category of finished fashion items, including shirts, pants, jackets, dresses, shoes, sandals, and caps designed for men, women, and children.

Whether you manufacture casualwear, supply sportswear, or design premium footwear collections, securing your brand through trademark registration under Class 25 ensures exclusive legal rights in one of the most competitive industries—fashion and apparel.

Let’s explore what’s included in Trademark Class 25, what’s excluded, and how to register your brand correctly.

Understanding Trademark Classification in India

In India, trademarks are governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999, which provides legal protection for unique identifiers like brand names, logos, slogans, and visual elements linked to specific goods or services.

To organize trademark filings, India uses the internationally adopted Nice Classification system, which divides all goods and services into 45 trademark classes—Classes 1 to 34 for goods and Classes 35 to 45 for services.

Trademark Class 25 specifically applies to ready-made clothing, footwear, and headgear.

What Products Can You Trademark Under Class 25?

Class 25 covers a wide range of finished garments and personal items. These products are typically ready-to-wear, and they span various categories such as:

Here’s a detailed list of what’s included under Trademark Class 25

• Apparel and ready-made garments – Shirts, t-shirts, trousers, jeans, suits, sarees, salwar kameez, dresses, skirts, and jackets.
• Undergarments and nightwear – Bras, briefs, vests, boxers, nightgowns, pajamas, and thermals.
• Sportswear and activewear – Tracksuits, gym vests, yoga pants, running shorts, and performance jerseys.
• Ethnic and traditional clothing – Kurta sets, lehengas, dupattas, dhotis, lungis, and ethnic jackets.
• Footwear – Shoes, boots, sandals, slippers, heels, sneakers, and loafers for men, women, and children.
• Headgear – Caps, hats, turbans, beanies, and protective head coverings.
• Outerwear and winter clothing – Overcoats, raincoats, windcheaters, sweaters, mufflers, and gloves (non-medical).

These products are commonly sold by fashion labels, footwear brands, tailoring houses, retailers, exporters, and uniform manufacturers.

Explore the Complete List of Products Classified Under Trademark Class 25

If you manufacture, design, or retail finished garments, shoes, or headgear, your product likely falls under this class.

Use the search function to scan the full list and confirm that your item is classified correctly before filing your application.

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Looking for the right trademark class for your product? Check out our detailed article on choosing the appropriate class for trademark registration to identify the best fit for your product.

What Is Not Included in Trademark Class 25?

While Trademark Class 25 covers a wide range of finished garments, footwear, and headgear, certain items that may appear similar in material or use actually fall under other classes based on function or form.

Here are some examples of what is not covered under Class 25, along with their correct classifications:

• Textile fabrics and cloth materials used for making garments are classified under the trademark class for textile goods (Class 24), as they are not ready-to-wear items.
• Medical clothing and protective wear, such as PPE kits, surgical gowns, or scrubs, fall under the trademark class for medical equipment and supplies (Class 10), as they serve health and safety purposes.
• Shoemaking materials and accessories like soles, heels, and buckles are filed under the trademark class for raw leather and shoe components (Class 18).
• Costumes and disguises for entertainment such as theatrical outfits or mascot suits are often filed under the trademark class for toys and costumes (Class 28), especially if marketed for play or novelty use.
• Textile yarns and sewing threads used to produce garments are classified under the trademark class for yarns and threads (Class 23), not for finished apparel.

Determining the exact trademark class for your product can be tricky, especially when items overlap in function. If you’re unsure where your goods fit, use our Trademark Class Search Tool to find the right match and avoid rejection or delays.

Intellectual Properties You Should Trademark Under Class 25

If you deal in the clothing, footwear, or fashion accessories industry, registering your intellectual property under Trademark Class 25 is essential to build brand recognition and secure exclusive rights in a crowded marketplace.

Here’s what you should consider trademarking:

• Company Name – Your official business name that represents your brand across all product tags, packaging, and promotional materials.
   Example: “Nike, Inc.,” “Adidas AG,” “H&M Group.” These names are the cornerstone of their brands and are integral to their business identity.
• Brand Name – The names of specific product lines or brands that identify your clothing, footwear, or accessory collections.
   Example: “Puma,” “Calvin Klein,” “Tommy Hilfiger.” These names are instantly recognizable and are registered to protect their product categories, such as footwear and apparel.
• Product Line or Collection Names – Distinct ranges or series under a brand’s umbrella, which help segment your market offerings and target specific audiences.
  Example: “Nike Air Max,” “Adidas Yeezy,” “Levi’s 501.” These collection names represent unique product lines with distinct identities in the market.
• Logos and Label Designs – Unique visual designs, symbols, or stitching patterns used on garments or shoes, including monograms or brand marks that appear on tags.
   Example: Nike’s Swoosh, Adidas’ Three Stripes, Gucci’s Double G Logo. These logos help identify and distinguish the brand’s products from competitors, giving them legal protection.
• Slogans or Taglines – Catchy phrases used in marketing campaigns, advertisements, and on product labels to promote the brand’s message.
   Example: “Just Do It” (Nike), “Impossible is Nothing” (Adidas), and “For the Bold” (Levi’s). These slogans encapsulate the brand’s ethos and help create emotional connections with consumers.

Trademark protection ensures that your fashion or footwear brand stands out and stays protected from duplication across offline and online sales channels.

List of Popular Brands Registered Under Class 25

Several well-known fashion and footwear companies have registered their trademarks under Trademark Class 25 to safeguard their brand identity across retail, e-commerce, and export markets.

Here are a few popular examples:

• FabIndia – Known for ethnic wear, handwoven garments, and sustainable clothing collections.
• Biba – A leading women’s ethnic fashion brand offering kurtas, suits, and fusion wear.
• Louis Philippe – A premium menswear brand specializing in formal shirts, trousers, and blazers.
• Liberty Shoes – A legacy Indian footwear brand offering casual, formal, and sports shoes.
• Nike – Global athleticwear giant covering sports apparel, footwear, and activewear lines.
• Red Chief – Popular for leather shoes, sandals, and semi-formal apparel for men.
• Zivame – A trusted brand in women’s lingerie, activewear, and sleepwear.

Each of these brands uses Trademark Class 25 to protect their core offerings in clothing, footwear, and fashion accessories.

Why Register Your Trademark Under Class 25?

In the fashion and apparel industry, where product design and brand appeal are critical, trademark registration under Class 25 ensures that your brand identity stays legally protected across all sales platforms and customer segments.

Key Benefits for Clothing, Footwear & Headgear Brands

• Exclusive Rights to Your Brand Assets
  Secure your logo, name, tagline, and collection labels against unauthorized use or imitation.
• Legal Protection Across Online & Offline Sales
  Safeguard your products on eCommerce marketplaces, retail outlets, and export channels.
• Stronger Market Recognition
  Build consumer trust and loyalty with a distinct, registered identity.
• Support for Brand Expansion
  Easily extend your trademark protection to new lines of apparel, footwear, or headwear under the same brand.
• Increased Brand Valuation
  A registered trademark adds commercial value and enables licensing or franchising opportunities.

If you’ve read this far, you likely know if your product falls under Class 25. If it does, now’s the perfect time to take the next step—apply for trademark registration today with expert guidance from LegalWiz.

Still evaluating your next steps? These resources will help you make an informed decision:

• When and why you should trademark a name
• What can be registered as a trademark
• Different types of trademarks in India
• Trademark registration fees and costs in India
• Documents Required for Trademark Registration in India

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From up-and-coming fashion brands to established footwear companies, LegalWiz.in has helped businesses of all sizes in India secure their trademarks in Class 25. Whether you’re into ethnic wear, activewear, leather shoes, or accessories, we ensure your trademark is filed correctly.

Why Choose LegalWiz.in for Your Trademark Registration?

Building a clothing brand, launching a footwear line, or expanding into exports? LegalWiz.in simplifies trademark registration with the following benefits:

• Correct Class Filing – We help you file under the right class to avoid costly rejections or gaps in protection.
• Fully Online Process – Register from anywhere in India without paperwork or office visits.
• Transparent & Affordable Pricing – Fixed-fee plans with no hidden charges—perfect for MSMEs, D2C brands, and exporters.
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• Pan-India Brand Trust – Trusted by apparel and footwear brands across manufacturing, retail, and e-commerce sectors.

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