LALALEES Applies for Trademark Rights Over "Borahae"
It was previously reported on May 29 that LALALEES, a Korean cosmetic company that specializes in nails, had applied for trademark rights over the term "Borahae" back in September 1, 2020, under the classification of fragrances, essential oils, soaps, hair products, polishes, cosmetics, and cleaning agents.
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However, upon reports that the cosmetic company had wanted to get trademark rights over the term, BTS' fandom, ARMY, expressed their concern and astonishment on multiple social media platforms.
"Borahae" or "I Purple You" is a term and phrase coined by BTS member V back in 2016 during a fan meeting, where he first used the term meant to trust and love each other until the end just like the last color of the rainbow. After V had first started using the term, both BTS and ARMY followed suit and have started using "Borahae" as a way to express their support, bond, and affection for each other on countless occasions.