Ivanka Trump accused of copying shoe design in new lawsuit

June 23, 2016 at 12:37 p.m. UTC

By Cox Media Group National Content Desk

According to USA Today, Italian shoe company Aquazzura is accusing Ivanka Trump of copying one of its designs in a new lawsuit.

The lawsuit focuses on Aquazzura's Wild Thing sandal, priced at $785 on Net-a-Porter, and Trump's Hettie heels, which are selling for $145 on Bloomingdale's website. Both shoes are high-heeled, suede sandals with fringe.

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