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An uproar over a shoe that resembles leather footwear worn by many Indians shows a growing sense that the country should be ...
The open-toe leather sandals, showcased on Prada’s runway, features braided detailing reminiscent of the iconic Kolhapuri ...
Prada acknowledged the Indian roots of its new sandal design after criticism from artisans, politicians and others online.
A few days ago in its show notes, Prada had described the footwear as “leather sandals,” with no reference to an Indian ...
Prada acknowledges Indian inspiration for sandals in 2026 fashion show, vows to engage with local artisans ethically.
Prada is open to revenue-sharing with Kolhapuri artisans after backlash over showcasing traditional chappals, acknowledging ...
The outrage and controversy that erupted after the international fashion house Prada presented Kolhapuri-style chappals at the Milan Fashion Week, pricing them at Rs 1.2 lakh without acknowledging ...
After criticism over cultural appropriation, Prada admits its 2026 line was inspired by Kolhapuri chappals and opens door to ...
The outrage over Prada’s move arrives amid a growing global conversation about decolonising fashion, ethical consumption, and ...
Kolhapuri chappal manufacturers protest Prada's collection for cultural theft, seek legal action for design appropriation.
That the GI-tagged footwear, a symbol of Indian craft that goes back centuries was appropriated by the Italian luxury label ...
Luxury labels have a long history of "borrowing" from India - sometimes calling it a source of inspiration, and at other ...