Thu Jun 26 06:26:39 UTC 2025: ## News Article: Shobhaa De Dismisses Prada’s “Kolhapuri” Shoe Controversy: “All Fair in Fashion”
**New Delhi:** Renowned author Shobhaa De has weighed in on the recent controversy surrounding Prada’s presentation of a sandal strikingly similar to the traditional Indian Kolhapuri chappal at a Milan fashion show, without acknowledging its cultural origins. De, known for her outspoken views, downplayed the issue, stating that such actions are “all fair in fashion, love, and war.”
The controversy erupted after Prada showcased the footwear, sparking outrage among many who felt the iconic Indian shoe was being appropriated without proper recognition or credit given to the artisans and tradition behind it.
However, De seems to be taking a more lenient stance, implying that in the world of fashion, such borrowing and reinterpretation are acceptable practices. Her comments are likely to further fuel the debate about cultural appropriation and the responsibility of designers to acknowledge the origins of their inspirations.
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