Ralph Lauren, the American luxury brand, is under fire for selling a Bandhani-inspired skirt priced at ₹44,800 (approximately $540 USD) without properly acknowledging its Indian roots. The skirt, described as a 'Print Cotton Wrap Skirt,' has been criticized for appearing printed rather than utilizing the authentic Bandhani technique, which involves hand-tying fabric before dyeing. This incident follows previous backlash against the brand for its 'vintage earrings' referencing South Asian jhumkas. Social media users have expressed their frustration, stating that global fashion houses are appropriating Indian designs without giving due credit or fair compensation to the artisans behind these traditional crafts. Similar issues have arisen with other luxury brands, such as Prada and Dior, which faced criticism for not acknowledging the cultural significance of their designs. Critics are calling for brands to respect and compensate the artisans who create these traditional works.