Prada to Collaborate with Indian Artisans Amid Sandal Controversy | Sports-Games

Prada to partner with Indian artisans after sandal backlash

The backlash over a sandal resembling the traditional Kolhapuri design saw calls for greater recognition of Indian craftsmanship.

Prada explores collaboration with Indian artisans after high-end sandal scandal

Prada is looking to collaborate with “artisanal footwear” makers in India in a partnership, it said yesterday two weeks after the Italian luxury group triggered a controversy by debuting ethnic sandals resembling 12th-century Indian ones.

After row, Prada to team up with Indian artisans for Kolhapuri-inspired footwear

On Friday, the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture (MACCI) said that they had a virtual meeting with global fashion house Prada over collaboration and ethical sourcing.

Prada to Collaborate with Indian Artisans Amid Sandal Controversy | Sports-Games

Prada is planning a collaboration with Indian footwear artisans following criticism of its 12th-century inspired sandals. Engaging with the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Prada aims to create a 'Made in India' Kolhapuri sandal collection, acknowledging the craftsmen and tapping into India's growing luxury market.

Prada to Collaborate on ‘Made in India’ Campaign Featuring Kolhapuri Chappals - The News21

Mumbai/Milan/Kolhapur: In a significant move for Indian artisan communities, global fashion house Prada has expressed its commitment to collaborate with the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture (MACCIA) on a ‘Made in India’ campaign, inspired by the iconic Kolhapuri chappals. The announcement followed a virtual meeting chaired by MACCIA President Lalit Gandhi, attended by […]

Kolhapuri sandal design backlash . . . Prada to collaborate with Indian artisans - Times Kuwait

Luxury fashion house Prada has announced a collaboration with Indian artisans specializing in Kolhapuri sandals, following widespread backlash over a recent footwear design showcased at Milan Fashion Week that critics said closely resembled the traditional Indian chappals. The controversy erupted after Prada featured a pair of open-toe leather sandals in its Spring-Summer 2026 menswear collection, describing them simply as “leather sandals.” How…