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 ...

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 ...

Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its open-toe sandal design, which resembles the traditional Kolhapuri chappal footwear of Maharashtra, dating back to the 12th century and made by ...

Prada acknowledged the Indian roots of its new sandal design after criticism from artisans, politicians and others online.

The incident reignited debate on how global brands can respect cultural origins while elevating traditional designs ...

Reacting to the row involving Italian fashion brand Prada and Kolhapuri chappals, Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge said on ...

Social media has allowed South Asian designers and the public to resist cultural appropriation by mega brands.

The humble kolhapuri, style statement for affordable ethnic elegance and simply staple wear for many, catapulted to the rarefied runways of Milan with Prada rebranding the handcrafted chappal “leather ...

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

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

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.