Prada seeks to mend ties with 'Made in India' sandals

MUMBAI/MILAN — Prada is launching a limited-edition range of Indian-made sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri footwear, less than a year ​after the Italian luxury group faced a backlash for ‌showcasing similar designs without crediting their origins

MUMBAI/MILAN — Prada is launching a limited-edition range of Indian-made sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri footwear, less than a year ​after the Italian luxury group faced a backlash for ‌showcasing similar designs without crediting their origins.

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Each pair will be priced at about $880, according to Prada’s website.

The launch follows controversy in June 2025, ​when Prada showed sandals resembling centuries-old Indian Kolhapuri chappals ​at a Milan fashion show. The designs sparked outrage ⁠among Indian artisans and politicians, who accused the brand ​of cultural appropriation.