Prada acknowledges footwear design's Indian roots after backlash
Summary
Prada recognized the Indian roots of its new sandal design after facing criticism. The sandals looked like traditional Kolhapuri sandals, which are famous handcrafted shoes from India. After backlash accusing Prada of cultural appropriation, they stated they would engage with Indian artisans and discuss the issue further.Key Facts
- Prada's new sandal design looks like traditional Kolhapuri sandals from India.
- The design was displayed at Milan Fashion Week as "leather footwear."
- Prada initially did not mention the Indian origin of the design, causing controversy in India.
- Prada acknowledged the sandals were inspired by Indian footwear after backlash.
- The company is in discussions with the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce about the design.
- Kolhapuri sandals have been made since the 12th Century and are well-suited for India's climate.
- They received a Geographical Indication (GI) status from the Indian government in 2019, marking them as unique to the region.
- Some Indian artisans expressed disappointment over the lack of credit, while others were pleased their work was recognized globally.
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