Willy Chavarría

Willy Chavarria is a fashion designer known for his impactful work that reflects modern Latino experiences in America.

The Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-02-22

Willy Chavarria also proposes retro-inspired suits with wide shoulder pads and large lapels.

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican Republic· 2026-01-26

Willy Chavarria is returning to Paris for his third show at the Paris Fashion Week, potentially launching another political message.

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican Republic· 2026-01-18

Willy Chavarría is an American designer who created the 'Oaxaca slip-on' sandals in collaboration with Adidas.

Público·Portugal· 2025-10-12

Willy Chavarria is noted as an independent designer in the fashion industry.

Público·Portugal· 2025-09-30

Designer Willy Chavarria chose to present his first women's collection in an intimate setting, moving away from his usual politically engaged presentations.

Le Monde·France· 2025-09-22

Willy Chavarria designed the 'Oaxaca Slip On' that was criticized by the Mexican government.

Kathimerini·Greece· 2025-08-25

Willy Chavarria designed the Oaxaca Slip On, which locals say closely resembles their traditional handmade huarache sandals.

Dawn – Pakistan’s oldest and most widely read English daily, est. 1941·Pakistan· 2025-08-23

Willy Chavarría, the Mexican-American designer, created the Oaxaca Slip-On but expressed deep regret for not collaborating with the local community.

Corriere della Sera·Italy· 2025-08-23

Willy Chavarria is an American artist who collaborated with Adidas on a sandal design that has been accused of cultural appropriation.

O Globo·Brazil· 2025-08-17

Willy Chavarría is a designer who has been accused of plagiarizing the huarache design for a new Adidas shoe.

El Universal·Mexico· 2025-08-17

Willy Chavarria, a designer from the USA with Mexican roots, is accused of cultural appropriation regarding the design of traditional Huarache sandals.

Süddeutsche Zeitung·Germany· 2025-08-13

The design at the centre of the controversy is the ‘Oaxaca Slip-On’, a sandal created by US designer Willy Chavarría for Adidas Originals.

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2025-08-12

Willy Chavarria created a new sandal for Adidas that sparked controversy over cultural appropriation.

Aftenposten·Norway· 2025-08-11

Willy Chavarria has been accused of cultural appropriation for launching sneakers inspired by traditional Mexican sandals.

Público·Portugal· 2025-08-11

American fashion designer Willy Chavarria apologized regarding the name and design of the Oaxaca Slip-Ons sandals created for the German company Adidas.

Tengri News – major Kazakh news website·Kazakhstan· 2025-08-11

US fashion designer Willy Chavarria has apologised after a shoe he created in collaboration with Adidas Originals was criticised for 'cultural appropriation'.

BBC·United Kingdom· 2025-08-11

American designer Willy Chavarria, who developed the controversial shoes for Adidas, acknowledged that his choices 'do not reflect the respect and approach to collaboration' that the communities deserve.

Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·Ukraine· 2025-08-11

Willy Chavarría, a designer for Adidas, apologized for plagiarism allegations related to a sandal model inspired by indigenous designs.

Luxemburger Wort·Luxembourg· 2025-08-10

The design at the center of the controversy is the 'Oaxaca Slip-On,' a sandal created by U.S. designer Willy Chavarría for Adidas Originals.

The Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-08-09

Willy Chavarría was accused of cultural appropriation and plagiarism for his 'Oaxaca Slip On' sandals.

El Universal·Mexico· 2025-08-05

Willy Chavarria was seen in the background during Sech's performance and has won the CFDA award for Men's Fashion Designer of the Year.

La Prensa – leading Panamanian daily, est. 1980·Panama· 2025-08-04

Diamond walked the runway for Adidas Originals in collaboration with designer Willy Chavarria during Paris Fashion Week.

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·Tanzania· 2025-07-04

Willy Chavarría presented a fashion show in Paris featuring models in a posture similar to that imposed on inmates.

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-07-01

Willy Chavarria is an American-Mexican designer whose fashion show featured models wearing clothing that referenced prison attire.

Jutarnji List – Croatian daily newspaper, est. 1998·Croatia· 2025-07-01

Willy Chavarría presented a runway show in Paris that evoked images of prisoners.

La Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily·Honduras· 2025-07-01

Willy Chavarría is attributed with the fashion show that sparked controversy.

Diario Co Latino·El Salvador· 2025-06-30

Willy Chavarria sent a powerful message with his collection featuring models in white t-shirts and shorts.

Le Monde·France· 2025-06-30

Willy Chavarría presented a fashion show in Paris featuring models in attire similar to that of inmates.

El Nacional·Venezuela· 2025-06-30

Willy Chavarría is an American designer known for his street style, showcasing his work in Paris for the second time.

El Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921·Ecuador· 2025-06-28