Amidst the ongoing Prada Kolhapuri row, the Italian luxury brand recently faced legal action for selling its Indian-inspired flat leather sandals for Rs 1.2 lakh a pair. They now face demands to "pay ...

After their appearance at the Paris Fashion Week, everyone is talking about the humble footwear. What sparked disappointment on social media was the lack of acknowledgement of the cultural origin of ...

Kolhapuri Chappals, originating from the historic town of Kolhapur in Maharashtra, India, are a testament to the timeless artistry and cultural heritage embedded in traditional Indian footwear.

Kolhapuri chappals trace their origins to the 12th century in Maharashtra, particularly in the town of Kolhapur, from which they get their name. Made of locally-sourced leather, these handmade ...

Prada first showcased Kolhapuri chappals at Milan Fashion Week without crediting Indian artisans In December 2025, Prada planned a limited India-made collection priced around Rs 84,043 per pair Prada ...

There we go again! This time, we have Prada's Spring-Summer collection featuring 'leather sandals', which visibly take from the traditional Kolhapuri chappals. Of course, they come with an exorbitant ...

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If you have lived in Mumbai or even Maharashtra, the Kolhapuri chappal, originating from the city of Kolhapur, is the perfect example of regional style statement. It not only boasts of unique design, ...

Days after facing backlash over showcasing footwear resembling Maharashtra’s iconic Kolhapuri chappals without crediting its Indian origins, Italian luxury brand Prada has now officially recognised ...

At Milan Fashion Week, models strutted in Prada's new open-toe leather sandals. But thousands of kilometres away in India, the show was met with disbelief. "Call it 'couture' all you want, but India ...

But that's where the irony lies — for something so deeply desi, and hence expansive, to be considered 'global', contingent on (and only) an unassumingly entitled nod from a luxury stronghold. Prada ...