Adidas designer Willy Chavarria regrets ‘Oaxaca slip-on’; accused of copying Mexican design
Willy Chavarria, a US designer, expressed regret over an Adidas sandal design. The design allegedly copied a traditional Oaxacan pattern. Mexican authorities complained about the 'Oaxaca slip-on' sandals. They claimed it was a reworked version of the huarache. Mexico plans to seek compensation from Adidas. This case highlights concerns about fashion brands using indigenous designs without permission.
Willy Chavarria, a US designer, expressed regret over an Adidas sandal design. The design allegedly copied a traditional Oaxacan pattern. Mexican authorities complained about the 'Oaxaca slip-on' sandals. They claimed it was a reworked version of the huarache. Mexico plans to seek compensation from Adidas. This case highlights concerns about fashion brands using indigenous designs without permission.
