Mexican-American clothing designer Willy Chavarria has apologized for an Adidas sandal he created after being accused by Mexican authorities of “cultural appropriation” for imitating an Indigenous shoe design.

Mexican-American clothing designer Willy Chavarria has apologized after Mexican authorities accused him of "cultural appropriation" over an Adidas sandal. The ' Oaxaca Slip On' design has drawn criticism for its striking resemblance to traditional Indigenous footwear.

The sportswear firm Adidas and Mexican-American designer Willy Chavarría have apologized after a Mexican state accused them of cultural appropriation over the design of a new shoe.