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Summer 2026 menswear show spotlighted India, transforming cultural inspiration into a bold collection. A highlight was the ...
Under pressure, Prada finally admitted to the BBC that the sandals were indeed “inspired by traditional Indian footwear.” A ...
Bengaluru: Luxury Italian fashion house Prada has come under fire for showcasing the iconic Kolhapuri chappal — traditionally ...
The luxury brand faces accusations of cultural appropriation after models wore Kolhapuri sandals without giving credit.
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Prada's Kolhapuri chappal-inspired footwear sparks debate on cultural misappropriation and the importance of Geographical ...
The open-toe leather sandals, showcased on Prada’s runway, features braided detailing reminiscent of the iconic Kolhapuri ...
Italian luxury fashion brand Prada has officially responded to criticism over its use of footwear resembling Kolhapuri chappals in its Spring-Summer 2026 Men’s collection, acknowledging that the ...
The Kolhapuri chappal is ours. We have the GI tag too. The question is: what have we done to monetise it and make it trendy for 21st-century global fashion? Nada. We just locked its potential in ...
An uproar over a shoe that resembles leather footwear worn by many Indians shows a growing sense that the country should be ...
Prada faces backlash for showcasing Kolhapuri-inspired sandals without credit. The brand has now acknowledged the Indian roots and pledged cultural dialogue with artisan communities. Prada changes ...