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Prada to Launch $930 ‘Made in India’ Sandals After Backlash

The luxury brand is collaborating with Indian artisans to create a limited-edition collection of sandals after facing criticism for cultural appropriation.
A model, shoe and bag detail, walks the runway at the Prada fashion show during the Milan Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Week on June 22, 2025 in Milan, Italy.
Prada's Kolhapuri-inspired sandals for Spring/Summer 2026. (Getty Images)

Prada will make a limited-edition collection of sandals in India inspired by the country’s traditional footwear, selling each pair at around €800 ($930),

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