Adidas Takes Responsibility: Visiting Indigenous Mexican Town to Apologize for Sandal Design Adidas, a global sportswear giant, recently found itself in hot water over a sandal-inspired shoe design that sparked controversy and accusations of cultural appropriation. The backlash stemmed from the brand’s collaboration with fashion designer Willy Chavarria, which led to the creation of a […]
After Prada ‘Sandal Scandal,’ Indian Sellers Tap Nationalist Pride to Boost Sales
After Prada ‘Sandal Scandal,’ Indian Sellers Tap Nationalist Pride to Boost Sales In the aftermath of the Prada ‘Sandal Scandal,’ a remarkable shift has been observed in the global fashion market. The controversy surrounding Prada’s runway show, where a design strikingly similar to the traditional Indian ‘Kolhapuri’ sandals was showcased without acknowledging its origins, has […]