Bandhani Row Erupts As Ralph Lauren Faces Backlash Over ₹44K Skirt

Ralph Lauren is facing major backlash in India after a ₹44,800 skirt was accused of closely resembling traditional Bandhani craft from Gujarat. While the brand described it as “inspired,” many pointed out that the piece appears machine-printed and lacks proper credit to the artisans behind the centuries-old technique. The controversy quickly went viral, sparking a larger debate around cultural appropriation, fair recognition, and how global fashion houses use traditional designs without acknowledging their origins or supporting the communities that created them.