Miuccia Prada, the granddaughter of Prada founder Mario Prada, joined the family business at the iconic luxury fashion house in 1970 after earning a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Milan. When she inherited the business from her mother in the late 1970s, Prada was recognized for its quality craftsmanship, yet it was still a modest-sized company.
Miuccia introduced the concept of using pocone — a military-grade water-resistant nylon that feels like silk. Nylon revolutionized the fashion house’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984. Soon the durable, water-resistant material was incorporated into Prada’s ready-to-wear collections for both men and women. No one had previously considered nylon a part of luxury fashion, and it wasn’t long before the family-owned company best known for its luggage was leading modern style that emphasized function as much as form.
Characterized by clean lines and a refined elegance that signaled the new direction of the legacy brand, Miuccia debuted her first ready-to-wear collection for women in Fall/Winter 1988. More inventive fashion would follow in the ensuing years, such as the 1993 launch of the more affordable Miu Miu line, which was aimed at a younger audience, and the introduction of Prada Sport in 1997 — a collection now widely seen as prescient for its embrace of athleisure.
Miu Miu is largely known for its vintage day dresses, shoes and bags, and embodies its creator’s unconventional, effervescent and contemporary femininity in a style that is a delightful departure from the traditional chic of its parent brand.
Today, Miuccia still heads the fresh, colorful and quirky Miu Miu line, and its widely loved handbags continue to be upbeat, daring and youthful. The brand is embraced by celebrities with a similar sense of sartorial rebellion, like Madonna, Drew Barrymore and Chloë Sevigny.
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Prada Sport SS 2003 Technical Nylon and Leather Shoulder “Hoop” Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Prada Sport shoulder bag from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, crafted in the house’s signature technical nylon with leather trim. This iconic “hoop” silhouette is characterized by...
Prada S/S 2000 Metallic Pastel Blue Nappa Leather Shoulder Bag with Mesh Detail
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting a coveted Prada S/S 2000 metallic pastel blue Nappa leather shoulder bag. Miuccia Prada’s Spring/Summer 2000 collection is regarded as one of the house’s most influential ...
Givenchy FW 2002 Cream Leather Pumpkin Bag by Julien Macdonald
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare archival Givenchy “Pumpkin” bag from the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, designed under Julien Macdonald and featured in the official FW02 campaign. Crafted in supple cream leather...
F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing an exceptionally rare Miu Miu Runway bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection—a cult-favorite season that defined the brand’s early 2000s aesthetic. Seen on the runway, t...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Mini Nadja Rose Bag, Spring 2003
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, DE
A true collector’s piece from Tom Ford’s celebrated era at Yves Saint Laurent, the Nadja Rose bag is one of the house’s most iconic early-2000s designs. Introduced for the Spring 200...
Dolce & Gabbana Bondage Shoulder Bag, Fall/Winter 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Dolce & Gabbana bondage-inspired shoulder bag from the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, crafted in vivid orange leather and contrasted with black webbing straps and oversized si...
White leather Swing bag with multicolor cabochon embellishments PRADA
By Prada
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White leather "Swing" bag with multicolor cabochons embellishement. Champagne satin lining and one flat pocket with zip inside. Authenticity certificate card SIZE : 30cm X 12cm X 8cm
Coffer Shoulder Bag Matelasse Leather White by Miu Miu
By Miu Miu
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
This chic and feminine Coffer hobo is from Miu Miu. The bag is crafted from off-white leather carrying the signature matelassé pattern and features a flap that opens up to a fabric-l...
Versace HOBO bag in cream leather and suede with metal studs, 2000
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, IT
Hobo women bag by the Italian stylist Gianni Versace in 90s. Designed in a unique and beautiful silhouette, this Versace hobo bag will be a special addition to any wardrobe. It is ma...
PRADA ivory leather DEERKSIN Hobo Bag Vietello Daino
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada hobo bag in cream Vitello Daino deerskin leather with a brown shoulder-strap featuring gold-tone hardware and logo lettering. Opens with a zipper a zipper on top...
Prada White Floral Shopper Calfskin Leather Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada White Floral Shopper soft calfskin leather Tote bag featuring floral leather detailing on the front and back, leather lining, Silver-tone hardware, Top handles. Circa 1999. 100...
Celine Big Bag Nano White Calfskin Leather Bucket Top Handle Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITOIN: VERY GOOD Very good condition with some signs of wear on the bag. Light rubbing around the strap and handle, and corners. Light stains throughout the bag and interior. ...
