Prada has acknowledged that its sandals, resembling Kolhapuri chappals, were inspired by Indian handcrafted footwear after facing backlash. The brand's representative expressed respect for the ...

Italian luxury fashion brand Prada recently faced backlash over its new men’s sandals that appear to copy a traditional Indian footwear design. The brand debuted its new spring/summer 2026 ...

Prada leadership to meet with Kolhapuri chappal artisans for potential collaboration, preserving traditional craft through global partnerships.

After Prada 'sandal scandal', Indian brands tap heritage pride to boost sales Indian footwear sellers are capitalizing on the Prada 'sandal scandal' to promote Kolhapuri sandals, a traditional ...

Prada faces legal action in India for allegedly appropriating the design of Kolhapuri chappals in their new sandal line. A public interest litigation demands an apology and compensation for ...

Although there is no actionable legal claim against Prada, the PR backlash has resulted in them connecting with the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce.

It also urged the court to direct Prada to issue a public apology before the court, affirming its genuineness and ensuring that the apology is widely circulated through appropriate media ...

Italian luxury fashion brand Prada has come under fire in India after featuring leather flat sandals, priced at approximately Rs 1.2 lakh, that closely resemble traditional Kolhapuri chappals. The ...

A sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada”? Groundbreaking. No, seriously! After numerous rumors and murmurings, a sequel to the now beloved “Devil Wears Prada” has finally been confirmed, and it ...

Was it an oversight or cultural theft? The Prada controversy highlights a simmering tension between global brands and traditional artisans.

India Business News: Prada's controversial sandal design, strikingly similar to traditional Kolhapuri chappals, has ignited a surge in sales and interest for the Indian fo ...

Prada’s ₹1.2 lakh Kolhapuri chappals have sparked outrage in India, raising questions about cultural appropriation, pricing, and artisan recognition ...