&imwidth=800&imheight=600&format=webp&quality=medium "Milan's obsession with India: After Kolhapuris, Prada replicates Indian bus flooring texture on bags")
Trends may come and go, but style never runs out of fashion. But what art is? This is again as subjective as the previous statement. What may seem pleasing to one may be bizarre to another. Though in my humble opinion, familiarity feels both comfortable and ridiculous. If everything you read so far is spinning your head and feels like it’s taking a ride on a giant wheel, then the internet is on the same trip as you.
Luxury brand Prada’s metallic men’s tote bag is not only breaking the internet, but it has also got many comparing it to the floors of Indian trains, and it looks like an imprint of Mumbai’s BEST buses. How often have you thought of carrying a bag that resembles the floor of the local transport? While, an answer from an average Indian, may be no. Those with a quirky sense of style may say yes. Someone in Milan has no clue about our local buses or trains. And this ‘Prada Metallic Spazzolato Embossed Tote Bag’ has a price tag that reads ₹331,040.62 ($3,729.55), the current price of a pre-owned bag.
What is the hype about?
The curiosity among netizens arose as the image of the tote bag resurfaced online. The internet never forgets and makes sure to take notes; this accessory became a point of conversation yet again.
The Kolhapuri controversy Prada walked into
Not too long ago, Prada had made sandals that had an uncanny resemblance to classic Kolhapuris. As it landed on the Spring/Summer 2026 runway, it was only appreciated. But it was the internet that couldn't keep calm. After the uproar online, Prada team visited India and announced a limited edition of ‘Made in India’ leather sandals. But this time in collaboration with the Indian artisans – the real masters of the craft. Call it global outreach or craft appropriation, but when Indian heritage is diversifying on the global stage, no fellow Indian would want to complain.
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A PIL was filed in the Bombay High Court seeking action against Pradafor its alleged unauthorised use of Kolhapuri chappal. The PIL was dismissed by the bench of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne after hearing both petitioners' lawyers and Prada.
