Why are GI-tagged Indian products not protected by patents in international courts? There is a case to reimagine laws that ...

Prada has been forced to acknowledge that its new ‘leather’ shoes were inspired by Indian designs after the Italian fashion house was accused of cultural appropriation. The sandals, showcased ...

The open-toe leather sandals, showcased on Prada’s runway, features braided detailing reminiscent of the iconic Kolhapuri chappal — a handcrafted slipper style that originated in the city of ...

Luxury fashion powerhouse Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its new sandal design after the debut of the ...

NEW DELHI/MILAN: Luxury fashion powerhouse Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its new sandal design... AIRLINK 154.70 Increased By 2.06 (1.35%) BOP 10.83 Increased By 0.48 (4.64%) ...

The fashion world is no stranger to appropriation. The most recent to stand out in a sea of cultural insensitivity and poor business practices was Prada’s misstep with the Kolhapuri sandal. In ...

When Prada introduced its viral raffia logo tote in the early 2020s, the immediate fanfare was intense and highly palpable.

Prada Group Head of Corporate Social Responsibility Lorenzo Bertelli responded to the letter on June 28th, stating, “We acknowledge that the sandals featured in the recent Prada Men's 2026 ...

Prada acknowledges its latest luxury sandals are inspired by India's Kolhapuri chappals after facing backlash for cultural appropriation. Explore the implications of cultural exchange in fashion ...

Prada's 2026 menswear line, featuring sandals resembling Kolhapuri chappals, has sparked controversy in India over cultural ...

Luxury fashion power­house Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its new sandal design after the debut of the open-toe footwear sparked a furore among Indian artisans and politicians ...

Prada products are beyond the reach of most Indians. Its men’s leather sandals retail for US$844 (S$1,075) and up, while the Kolhapuri slippers, sold in Indian shops and street markets, start at ...