The clothing line, launched in Europe last November, is a
collaboration between Missy Elliot and Adidas. But the line's logo
– showing a crown behind the words Respect ME – provoked an instant
reaction from the Danish monarchy.
According to an MTV report, the royal family threatened court
action unless the range of sport-inspired street wear was withdrawn
from Danish shops.
"In Denmark, the royal family 'owns' the rights to any shape or
form of crown, and you're not allowed to put the crown on anything
in Denmark, and we were unaware of that," Adidas spokesperson Abby
Guyer told MTV.
Adidas has complied with the order, but the clothing line is still
available elsewhere in Europe.
