Fendi’s $10,000 Navratri-style bag sparks debate over Indian fashion credit

 Fendi’s latest Baguette bag has sparked controversy on social media about cultural appropriation. Critics point out that the design bears a striking resemblance to intricate Gujarati craftsmanship without proper recognition. Fendi defends the bag’s creation, asserting it was meticulously made in Mumbai by the esteemed Chanakya workshop, emphasizing its collaboration with local artisans and their traditional skills. Fendi’s latest Baguette bag has sparked controversy on social media about cultural appropriation. Critics point out that the design bears a striking resemblance to intricate Gujarati craftsmanship without proper recognition. Fendi defends the bag’s creation, asserting it was meticulously made in Mumbai by the esteemed Chanakya workshop, emphasizing its collaboration with local artisans and their traditional skills.