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

Luxury fashion house Prada has officially admitted its Spring/Summer 2026 sandals were inspired by India's Kolhapuri chappals after massive backlash.

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 ...

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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 ...