MACCIA had earlier written to Prada, voicing serious concerns about cultural appropriation and the absence of proper credit ...

Kolhapuri Chappals are a traditional handcrafted leather sandal that has been awarded Geographical Indication (GI) status by ...

Prada had previously described the footwear as 'leather sandals', with no reference to an Indian connection sparking a ...

Prada acknowledges Indian inspiration for sandals in 2026 fashion show, vows to engage with local artisans ethically.

Prada has acknowledged that its sandals, resembling Kolhapuri chappals, were inspired by Indian handcrafted footwear after ...

OMA/AMO offer a rare glimpse behind the curtain and a peek at how the statement-making, rule-breaking stages at the ...

Following the backlash after featuring footwear strongly resembling Kolhapuri chappals, Italian fashion house Prada has ...

Artisans from Maharashtra are protesting Prada's appropriation of Kolhapuri chappals, showcased in their Spring/Summer 2026 ...

After criticism over cultural appropriation, Prada admits its 2026 line was inspired by Kolhapuri chappals and opens door to ...

A few days ago in its show notes, Prada had described the footwear as “leather sandals,” with no reference to an Indian ...

After rubbing many Indians the wrong way and inviting backlash from Maharashtra’s artisan community (and a formal nudge from ...

Italian luxury brand Prada faces controversy for featuring sandals inspired by traditional Indian Kolhapuri chappals in their ...