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

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

After criticism over cultural appropriation, Prada admits its 2026 line was inspired by Kolhapuri chappals and opens door to ...

Prada acknowledges Indian inspiration for sandals in 2026 fashion show, vows to engage with local artisans ethically.

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

Kolhapuri chappal manufacturers protest Prada's collection for cultural theft, seek legal action for design appropriation.

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

To intensify the pushback, Mahadik announced that a public interest litigation (PIL) is in the works and will be filed in the ...

The footwear, which defines casual chic in India, in its luxe avatar is priced at ₹1.2 lakh. In India a pair of Kolhapuri ...

The Kolhapuri's journey from local streets to the international runway is certainly a moment for discussion. Is it cultural ...

The fact that intellectual property (IP) systems like patents, trademarks, or copyrights were designed for individual ...

Luxury labels have a long history of "borrowing" from India - sometimes calling it a source of inspiration, and at other ...