Luxury Brands Face Backlash Over Indian-Inspired Designs

Luxury fashion brands are facing criticism for using Indian crafts like Bandhani and Kolhapuri without proper credit. A ₹44,800 Bandhani-inspired skirt by Ralph Lauren sparked outrage online. Similar controversies involved Prada’s Kolhapuri-style sandals. Critics argue such designs ignore artisans’ heritage and cultural appropriation.