Kolhapuri chappals have long battled low demand and dwindling artisan numbers. A case of cultural appropriation is now offering the craft a possible chance at revival.

In an exclusive interview with NDTV, veteran fashion designer JJ Valaya opened up about Prada and Kolhapuri controversy ...

When Italian luxury brand Prada showcased a designer version of the Kolhapuri chappal, no one asked who actually makes the chappal in India ...

Since news of the Milan catwalk controversy broke, Prada has become a buzzword all over Kolhapur. The Italian brand has ...

When Prada unveiled Toe Ring Sandals at their Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 fashion show in Milan recently, they had an uncanny ...

During their two-day visit, the team toured four clusters in and around Kolhapur where Kolhapuri chappals are made, including ...

When Prada launched its ₹1.2 lakh "toe-ring sandal," many in India saw something familiar - the traditional Kolhapuri chappal ...

A recent controversy surrounding Italian luxury label Prada has put the spotlight on how global fashion giants engage with ...

Prada’s sandal controversy highlights how Western labels have often struggled to meaningfully engage with Indian crafts and ...

Protecting and promoting the "Band India"-- from Kohlapuri Chappals to Banarasi and Chanderi textiles-- is a massive priority ...

Prada visits Kolhapur to buy seven pairs of Kolhapuri chappals and spends two days at local factories, exploring traditional ...