the originality of erd's designs has also resulted in other brands appropriating similar designs and styles, most notably gucci, balmain and vetements. erd has made a point to be extremely particular with respect to accepting new stockists. enfants reportedly informed stores in 2017 that if there is any evidence of carrying brands that copy erd or feature "mid-level contemporary bullshit," the brand will categorically prohibit those stores from carrying the brand.