Kmart and Shein have responded to allegations from Queensland-based fashion retailer Sabo Skirt, which accused them of copying designs in an intellectual property dispute currently in the Federal Court of Queensland. The dispute involves 19 businesses, with Sabo Skirt alleging infringement on 36 different garments. As the case progresses, Sabo Skirt has withdrawn claims against seven companies. Both Kmart and Shein contest the originality of Sabo Skirt's designs, asserting that they do not hold copyright due to a lack of distinctiveness. Kmart provided evidence of nearly 50 designs published prior to Sabo Skirt's registration of its 'shoreline design,' while Shein submitted images of earlier designs similar to Sabo Skirt's 'Terazza' dress. Selfie Leslie and Billy J also denied the allegations, with Selfie Leslie stating it had never sold the accused garments and Billy J refuting claims of reverse-engineering. The Federal Court will reconvene on July 7 to further examine the dispute.