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

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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.