Mexican American designer Willy Chavarria's Oaxaca Slip On faced criticism for using a traditional Indigenous design for a product made in China.

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.

Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have been accused of cultural appropriation for their latest collaborative shoe design. The Oaxaca Slip-On included design elements with cultural significance to the Zapotec Indigenous community in Oaxaca,

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.

Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria apologized for their use without permission of an Indigenous huarache design in their Oaxaca Slip-On shoe.

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.

The Mexican state of Oaxaca is threatening legal action against Adidas, accusing the footwear company of cultural appropriation over a newly unveiled shoe that resembles a traditional handmade sandal.

Adidas issued an apology on Aug. 11, 2025, after being accused of cultural appropriation in the design of its new "Oaxaca Slip-On" shoe.

Mexican-American clothing designer Willy Chavarria has apologized for an Adidas sandal that he created after being accused by Mexican authorities of “cultural appropriation” for copying an indigenous

Queer designer Willy Chavarria is apologizing for a major fashion faux pas. The Mexican-American innovator is the founder of his eponymous label and was previously the Senior Vice President of Design at Calvin Klein.