Prada’s Rs 2.73 Lakh Tote Bag Sparks Memes For Resembling ‘Train Floors’: ‘Seems Designer Recently Visited India’

Just when the controversy around Prada’s Kolhapuri-inspired chappals began to simmer down, the luxury fashion house is back in the spotlight. This time, the luxury brand is in the news for its men’s tote

bag due to its uncanny resemblance to the floors of Indian Railways. The metallic bag features a sleek, industrial finish with hot-stamped leather detailing.

Complete with a dust bag and a dedicated water bottle compartment, the design aims for minimalist sophistication. But social media was quick to draw hilarious comparisons to the flooring found in public transport. What’s even more surprising? The bag carries a jaw-dropping price tag of over Rs 2.73 lakh. Yes, you read that right.

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Social Media Flooded With Hilarious Reactions

The Internet community couldn’t hold back, and they chimed in the comments section of the post to share their takes on the Indian Railways floor-inspired Prada bag.

“We want credits #mumbailocals,” read a comment.

Another said, “Prada is like that one ex who is obsessed with India lol.”

“These so-called luxury brands have lost it,” said a user.

An individual stated, “First Kolhapuri Chappals and now local trains. What’s next?”

“Draws comparison? That’s an exact replica of Indian train floors,” commented another user.

An account wrote, “Prada is a social Experiment!”

“Someone’s kidding at their design dept!” remarked a user.

A user posted, “The designer of Prada recently visited India.”

Prada’s Kolhapuri Row

In June, the luxury brand shocked everyone when the Spring/Summer 2026 menswear show of Prada in Milan saw models walking down the runway in traditional Indian sandals, Kolhapuri chappals. Presented at the Deposito of the Fondazione Prada, the Prada collection was created by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons. The handmade leather sandals were styled with breezy cotton shirts and vibrant raffia hats, giving the humble Kolhapuri a glamorous makeover while staying true to its traditional roots.

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That moment invited massive outrage from desi fashion lovers over the lack of acknowledgement. Though the brand later acknowledged that the design was inspired by India’s classic Kolhapuris, many fashion lovers slammed Prada for copying the style.