When Prada launched its ₹1.2 lakh “toe-ring sandal,” many in India saw something familiar — the traditional Kolhapuri chappal. But this isn’t an isolated case. From Kutch embroidery to Nehru jackets, global fashion often echoes Indian designs without attribution.

In this video, we explore:

• The Prada-Kolhapuri controversy

• Other global brand examples

• Legal loopholes in craft protection

• The fine line between inspiration and appropriation

When Prada launched its ₹1.2 lakh "toe-ring sandal," many in India saw something familiar - the traditional Kolhapuri chappal. But this isn't an isolated case.

Prada's Sandal & the Kolhapuri Original: How Global Fashion Rebrands Craft

Prada’s Sandal & the Kolhapuri Original: How Global Fashion Rebrands Craft

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