Prada Credits Sandal’s Indian Legacy Amid Uproar Prada, the renowned Italian fashion house, has found itself at the center of a cultural appropriation controversy surrounding its latest open-toe sandal design. The luxury brand recently faced criticism from Indian artisans and politicians for allegedly appropriating traditional Indian footwear without giving credit to its origins. However, in […]
Birkenstock Sues ‘Copycat’ Rivals Claiming Its Sandals Are Applied Art
Birkenstock Sues ‘Copycat’ Rivals Claiming Its Sandals Are Applied Art German footwear giant, Birkenstock, known for its iconic cork-soled sandals, is currently embroiled in a legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for the fashion industry. The company is seeking to have its beloved sandals recognized as “works of applied art” and thus protected by […]