Kolhapuri chappals gain global attention after Prada showcases similar designs. This raises questions about respecting the ...

Sir — The real joy of rath yatra lives in hot jilipis, giant, oily papads and telebhaja. No five-star fare from any temple ...

Prada is open to revenue-sharing with Kolhapuri artisans after backlash over showcasing traditional chappals, acknowledging ...

The outrage over Prada’s move arrives amid a growing global conversation about decolonising fashion, ethical consumption, and ...

After a controversy triggered by the use of Kolhapuri chappals, Italian luxury fashion brand Prada has acknowledged the connection, saying the design is “inspired” by the Indian handcrafted footwear.

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

Industry watchers believe Milan’s endorsement could translate into a sustained revival for this humble yet enduring symbol of ...

Artisans from Maharashtra have cried foul after footwear similar to the famous Kolhapuri chappals featured in Prada's show.

The open-toed leather sandals presented during the Milan show sparked criticism across India for resembling the iconic ...

The luxury fashion house came under fire after showcasing the sandals during its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear show in Milan, ...

That the GI-tagged footwear, a symbol of Indian craft that goes back centuries was appropriated by the Italian luxury label ...

There are 20,000 artisans here in Kolhapur who make these chappals. All of us manufacturers have come together to condemn ...