US EditionWhat Makes a Leather Sandal a Kolhapuri Chappal?
MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, JUL 6 – Kareena Kapoor highlights Prada's failure to credit Kolhapuri chappals' Indian origins amid legal action seeking compensation for artisans, who face economic and reputational harm.
- On June 22, 2025, Prada debuted 'Toe Ring Sandals' during their Milan show for the Men's Spring/Summer 2026 collection, featuring designs that closely resemble traditional Kolhapuri chappals.
- The controversy arose because Prada did not credit the Indian artisans who create Kolhapuri chappals, which have cultural significance in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
- Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor publicly criticized Prada on Instagram, sharing a post captioned, "Sorry not Prada but my OG Kolhapuri," while flaunting her traditional footwear.
- A Public Interest Litigation was initiated at the Bombay High Court requesting that Prada provide compensation, issue a formal public apology, and formally acknowledge the rights of artisans who create Kolhapuri chappals.
- Prada's Head of CSR, Lorenzo Bertelli, acknowledged the sandals were inspired by Indian handcrafted footwear and recognized its centuries-old cultural heritage.
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In their official statement, the brand was quoted saying, "Prada acknowledges that sandals inspired by traditional Indian footwear made in specific districts in Maharashtra and Karnataka, India, were featured in its Men's 2026 Spring Summer show in Milan."
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