Mexico accuses Adidas of plagiarism: the company is ready for compensation negotiations
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Anna Tkach
11.08.2025 - 13:00
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According to glavcom.ua: Mexico has accused Adidas of plagiarizing shoe designs and is demanding compensation for it. Designer Willy Chavarria has apologized, and Adidas is ready for negotiations. The American designer apologized for the Oaxaca Slip-Ons sandals, which resemble traditional Mexican footwear. The Mexican authorities insist on respect for the rights of indigenous peoples and compensation from Adidas. The German company has expressed its willingness to meet to discuss compensation for potential damages to the indigenous population.
- Mexico has accused Adidas of plagiarizing shoe designs and is demanding compensation.
- Designer Willy Chavarria has apologized for the created shoe model resembling traditional Mexican footwear.
- The Mexican authorities insist on respect for the rights of indigenous peoples and demand compensation from Adidas.
- Adidas stated its readiness for negotiations and acknowledged the relevance of the criticism from the Mexican authorities.
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