The fairy godmother of the red carpetNafisa Tosh has become a go-to for luxury brands like Prada and Chanel, ensuring celebrity red carpet looks fit perfectly.
20 Jan, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Prada to roll out $930 ‘Made in India’ sandals crafted with desi artisans after backlashPrada is launching a limited-edition sandal collection in India, inspired by traditional Kolhapuri chappals, to be sold for around 800 euro...
15 Dec, 2025, 03.20 PM IST
After Prada pact, Piyush Goyal says Kolhapuri chappal exports can touch USD 1 bn/yrKolhapuri chappal exports could reach USD 1 billion yearly. Italian fashion house Prada signed an MoU to create Kolhapuri chappal-inspired ...
11 Dec, 2025, 08.50 PM IST
Sole searching: Who represents Kolhapuri slippers? Turf war breaks outA dispute has erupted over who can represent the GI-tagged Kolhapuri slippers following Prada's interest. LIDKAR, backed by the Karnataka g...
21 Jul, 2025, 01.10 PM IST
Prada vs Kolhapuri chappals: Controversies around cultural appropriation highlight need for increased GI tagging in IndiaIndian heritage took global spotlight recently as Louis Vuitton celebrated it in a runway themed around Snakes & Ladders. In contrast, Prad...
12 Jul, 2025, 11.14 PM IST
Prada team to visit Maharashtra next week, may roll out Kolhapuri CollectionPrada will send experts to Maharashtra to work with local artisans. This follows concerns over Prada's Kolhapuri-like sandals at Milan Fash...
12 Jul, 2025, 12.26 AM IST
Step away Prada, make way for Pharrell Williams as Desi ambassadorLouis Vuitton's show in Paris took Indian inspiration. Pharrell Williams collaborated with Indian talents. The show featured Indian craftsm...
08 Jul, 2025, 01.12 PM IST
Why this Kohlapuri Di? : A case of misplaced chauvinismFor purely pragmatic reasons, Kohlapuri has given us global recognition. We do need the world to enjoy what we have. But now that we have r...
04 Jul, 2025, 11.29 PM IST
Kolhapuri chappal scandal: Bitter PIL for PradaA public interest litigation has been filed in the Bombay High Court, demanding compensation from Prada for appropriating the Kolhapuri cha...
04 Jul, 2025, 04.55 PM IST
Prada looks to put the best (Kolhapuri) foot forward, signals artisan tie-up for sandals amid IP concernsPrada faces backlash in India for sandals resembling Kolhapuri chappals. The luxury house acknowledged the inspiration and expressed intent...
02 Jul, 2025, 07.03 PM IST
Prada Kolhapuri 'sandal scandal' sparks bright business idea in India; local brands race to tap heritage pride for sales boostIndian artisans are seeing a surge in Kolhapuri sandal sales after Prada's design sparked controversy. The incident has ignited nationalist...
02 Jul, 2025, 07.02 PM IST
Prada sandal scandal: Why India’s artisans keep getting left behindPrada's recent 'toe ring sandals' sparked controversy, drawing comparisons to traditional Kolhapuri chappals. While Prada acknowledged the ...
29 Jun, 2025, 11.14 PM IST
Prada in soup after lifting Kolhapuri chappal designs, forced to credit India after huge backlashPrada's Spring Summer 2026 menswear collection, featuring sandals inspired by Kolhapuri chappals, has sparked controversy in India, ignitin...
28 Jun, 2025, 08.58 AM IST
'I was inspired by my parents.' Chanakya Int'l creative head Karishma Swali reveals art & culture were part of her childhoodKarishma Swali, creative director of Chanakya International and the Chanakya School of Craft, and her daughter Avantika Swali, have launche...
04 Jul, 2023, 02.50 PM IST
Asha Bhosle turns 89! ‘Chirodhini’, ‘Vennila’ & ‘Idhi Mouna Geetham’ among playback singer's regional chartbustersNot just Hindi, Asha Bhosle has lent her voice to songs in over 20 languages.
08 Sep, 2022, 02.29 PM IST
- Italy keen to invest in fashion, textiles in India
Terming India's decision to allow 100 pc FDI in single-brand retail as a "revolution", Italy today said several companies have shown intere...
17 May, 2012, 03.33 PM IST
- Do you have a love affair with design?
Companies have realised that working with established design houses gives them a deep understanding of consumer preferences with regard to ...
12 Aug, 2007, 01.03 AM IST