Robbie Williams can reportedly launch his Hopeium lifestyle range after he settled a trademark issue with luxury designer Yves Saint Laurent.
The high-end French fashion name objected to Robbie’s brand name as they claimed it ‘was too similar to its perfume name Black Opium’, according to the Mirror.
After a two-year disagreement, the two companies have reportedly came to an understanding which will allow Robbie, 50, to continue launching his brand.
The former Take That star had intended to release a range of Hopeium goods including clothes, bags and footwear before the dispute.
He also wanted to sell beauty products, soap, body lotions and fragrances.
Robbie Williams can reportedly launch his Hopeium lifestyle range after he settled a trademark issue with luxury designer Yves Saint Laurent (pictured in November 2023)
The high-end French fashion name objected to Robbie’s brand name as they claimed it ‘was too similar to its perfume name Black Opium’, according to the Mirror
But after a complaint lodged by YSL, he has chosen to axe these ranges and in a bid to keep the peace Hopeium will allegedly steer clear of cosmetics and toiletries.
A source told the publication: ‘Robbie is always looking for the next opportunity. He can’t wait for the world to see what he has in store with Hopeium.’
The name was registered with the Intellectual Property Office on July 19.
And this isn’t the only big advancement in his life as he is reportedly set to go on tour with Danny Dyer after his performance at London’s BST Hyde Park earlier this month went down a treat.
The pop superstar was treating fans to a look back on his lengthy career during his sold-out show at BST Hyde Park when he brought out former EastEnders actor Danny, 46, to duet on the Blur classic, with Danny taking on fellow actor Phil Daniels’ spoken word parts.
And according to The Mirror, sources say the singer was so pleased with the response from fans, that he has now invited Danny to duet with him again.
One source said: ‘The crowd went mad when Danny appeared on stage at BST, and they both absolutely loved it.’
‘After the show, Robbie told Danny he wants at least one repeat performance and Danny made it clear that if Robbie wants to tour with him, he’s well up for being his wingman.’
After a two-year disagreement, the two companies have reportedly came to an understanding which will allow Robbie, 50, to continue launching his brand if he avoid all cosmetics
And this isn’t the only big advancement in his life as he is reportedly set to go on tour with Danny Dyer after his performance at BST Hyde Park earlier this month went down a treat
The pop superstar was treating fans to a look back on his lengthy career during his sold-out show at American Express presents BST Hyde Park when he brought out former EastEnders actor Danny (seen)
‘They are both born entertainers and the two of them are a brilliant pairing, so who knows what else they will come up with.’
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It comes after Robbie was joined by Danny and a band of Beefeaters for a rousing cover of Parklife during his London gig earlier this month.
As well as Robbie’s own band, the pair were backed by a 44-strong brass band of Beefeaters consisting of Coldstream and Welsh Guards as they sang and danced on the catwalk.
And Danny – who had appeared as his pal’s bodyguard in the show’s opening film of the ‘Angels’ singer walking out to the crowd from the backstage area – wasn’t Robbie’s only special guest during the segment.
The singer had been looking back on his days with Take That, showing off their saucy first music video for Do What U Like before recalling how he had his chance to sing his first lead vocal on Could It Be Magic, treating fans to a snippet of the 1992 hit single.
But he then reflected on how things turned sour during his infamous weekend at Glastonbury in 1995, where he partied with Oasis’ Liam and Noel Gallagher.
Paying tribute, he sang the group’s Don’t Look Back in Anger before inviting another friend he’d made at the festival to join him, Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes – who had performed on the Great Oak Stage earlier in the day – to sing the band’s hit ‘Alright’.
And according to The Mirror, their sources say the singer was so pleased with the response from fans, that he has now invited Danny to team up with him again
One source said: ‘The crowd went mad when Danny appeared on stage at BST, and they both absolutely loved it’
They added: ‘After the show, Robbie told Danny he wants at least one repeat performance and Danny made it clear that if Robbie wants to tour with him, he’s well up for being his wingman’ (Danny pictured in May at the BAFTAs)
Robbie then invited Danny out to join him for the final Britpop track of the segment and quipped: ‘It’s the double act you didn’t know you needed in your life.’
The singer eventually slowed down the mood with Back For Good, a nod to his reunion with Take That in 2010, before paying tribute to his family, with wife Ayda Field and their eldest daughter, 11-year-old Teddy, watching from the crowd.
Introducing I Love My Life, he emotionally said: ‘I’ve been with my wife for 18 years. I am the man that I am because you have allowed me to grow with you.’
‘And Teddy, you were the first of your kind and you absolutely blew my mind. Daddy is super, super proud of you. I’m going to dedicate this next song to Beau, aged four, Coco, aged five, Charlie, aged nine and Teddy, aged 11.’
The second half of the set saw Robbie (seen) throw t-shirts into the crowd in recognition of their dance moves for Candy before singing Supreme and Millennium
Robbie has been married to occasional Loose Women star Ayda Field, 45, since 2010 and paid tribute to her during his set (pictured on the ITV lunchtime chat show in June 2024)
Introducing Advertising Space – which was movingly backed by visuals of lost icons including the late Elvis Presley, George Michael, Prince, Freddie Mercury and Amy Winehouse – Robbie reflected on his own struggles with addiction over the years.
He said: ‘At 50, I’m still here and I’m extremely grateful… tonight I was the happiest and most chilled I have ever been coming on stage.’
‘Maybe it was England [winning], maybe it was you guys, but I’m really f****** happy… Thank you for helping me remain on the planet. I love you guys.’
