Prada Learns from Kolhapur Chappal Makers in India
Published on 7.16.25
Prada sent a team to Kolhapur to learn about traditional Kolhapuri chappal-making after facing backlash for showcasing the style in their Spring/Summer 2026 show without acknowledging its Indian roots. The visit comes days after the brand's Milan Fashion Week event, where models wore leather slippers resembling Kolhapuri chappals.