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Prada Double Saffiano Leather Crossbody Bag
Prada Double Saffiano Leather Crossbody Bag

Prada Double Saffiano Leather Crossbody Bag

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Prada Double Saffiano Leather Bag New mini design that A tonal leather triangle frames the iconic metal lettering logo that decorates the front, while the detachable shoulder strap ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Prada Cocoa Brown Antiqued Calfskin Large Carry Shoulder Bag
Prada Cocoa Brown Antiqued Calfskin Large Carry Shoulder Bag

Prada Cocoa Brown Antiqued Calfskin Large Carry Shoulder Bag

By Prada

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Prada Cocoa Brown Antiqued Calfskin Large Carry Shoulder Bag SKU: 154995 MSRP: 3900.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag
Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag

By Prada

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1022 Brand: Prada Model: Work Bag Type: Tote Serial Number: 38 Accompanied By: Clochette Colour: Burgundy Ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Prada Vintage 1999 Dark Grey Wool
Prada Vintage 1999 Dark Grey Wool

Prada Vintage 1999 Dark Grey Wool

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Prada from 1999 collection dark grey wool hobo bag. Features a keychain and zip closure. Pre-loved, in excellent vintage condition. Brand: Prada Color: Grey Hobo bag Fabric: Wool D...

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag
rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag

rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag Reference: TGAS/E00350 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon, Leather Color: Black, Silver P...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pouches and Wristlets

Prada Navy Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Trim Shoulder Bag
Prada Navy Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Trim Shoulder Bag

Prada Navy Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Trim Shoulder Bag

By Prada

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Prada Navy Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Trim Shoulder Bag SKU: 152202 MSRP: 2200.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Nylon has been synonymous with ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Prada Purple Leather and Wool Tweed Tote bag
Prada Purple Leather and Wool Tweed Tote bag

Prada Purple Leather and Wool Tweed Tote bag

By Prada

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Purple leather and wool tweed mixed tote bag is rarely seen to be made in Prada collection. The bag in excellent to mint condition. - Purple leather zip closure. - Nylon materi...

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag
Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag

By Prada

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Prada Burgundy Saffiano Leather Work Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1005 Brand: Prada Model: Work Bag Type: Tote, Shoulder Serial Number: 208 Accompanied By: Prada Dust Bag, Sho...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Prada, Vitello vintage embellished camera messenger bag.
Prada, Vitello vintage embellished camera messenger bag.

Prada, Vitello vintage embellished camera messenger bag.

By Prada

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Prada, Vitello vintage embellished camera messenger bag. This item has hardly been worn and in in mint condition. Comes with the certificate.

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vintage Prada 2000's Nylon Tote HandBag
Vintage Prada 2000's Nylon Tote HandBag

Vintage Prada 2000's Nylon Tote HandBag

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Vintage Prada 2000's black nylon tote bag. Features a black nylon with smooth leather trim. The structured silhouette is complemented by rich gold-tone hardware, buckle details, and...

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Prada Blue Avio Denim Jeans Canapa Tote Handbag Logo Print
Prada Blue Avio Denim Jeans Canapa Tote Handbag Logo Print

Prada Blue Avio Denim Jeans Canapa Tote Handbag Logo Print

By Prada

Located in Rome, Rome

Embrace casual luxury with the iconic Prada Canapa Tote Bag, a model celebrated for blending everyday utility with high-fashion sophistication. Originally designed as a versatile, st...

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Prada Brown Cotton Top Handle Doctor Bag
Prada Brown Cotton Top Handle Doctor Bag

Prada Brown Cotton Top Handle Doctor Bag

By Prada

Located in Paris, FR

Prada Brown cotton top handle Doctor bag featuring a brown canvas with grained ivory leather, silver tone hardware with top frame closure, black monogram nylon lining with inner zipp...

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Prada Canvas and Leather Bowling Bag
Prada Canvas and Leather Bowling Bag

Prada Canvas and Leather Bowling Bag

By Prada

Located in New York, NY

Miuccia Prada's elegant take on the American bowling bag rendered in red pebbled leather and brown cotton canvas. ID tag and lock included. Wonderful detailing. 12" x 10" high x 5" w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Prada Burgundy Suede & Calfskin Leather Buckle Bucket Bag
Prada Burgundy Suede & Calfskin Leather Buckle Bucket Bag

Prada Burgundy Suede & Calfskin Leather Buckle Bucket Bag

By Prada

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Prada Burgundy Suede & Calfskin Leather Buckle Bucket Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1686 Brand: Prada Model: Buckle Bucket Bag Type: Shoulder Age: 2025 RRP: £3,050 Accompanie...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather
Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather

Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather

By Prada

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: GOOD Scuffs around the corners, base ...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

PRADA yellow EMBELLISHED LIZARD ROBOT Keyring Bag Charm
PRADA yellow EMBELLISHED LIZARD ROBOT Keyring Bag Charm

PRADA yellow EMBELLISHED LIZARD ROBOT Keyring Bag Charm

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Prada robot key chain is a playful and collectible accessory designed for true Prada enthusiasts. Crafted from a combination of yellow and black embossed leather ...

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Early 2000s Italian Wallets

Prada Inside Bag Green Ostrich Leather Green Lambskin Leather Interior Medium
Prada Inside Bag Green Ostrich Leather Green Lambskin Leather Interior Medium

Prada Inside Bag Green Ostrich Leather Green Lambskin Leather Interior Medium

By Prada

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Prada Inside Bag Green Ostrich Leather Green Lambskin Leather Interior Medium These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD Scuffs around t...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Prada 1990s Nero Tessuto Nylon Box Crossbody B6560
Prada 1990s Nero Tessuto Nylon Box Crossbody B6560

Prada 1990s Nero Tessuto Nylon Box Crossbody B6560

By Prada

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Discover this highly sought-after Prada 1990s crossbody bag. This bag is built to last and designed to be worn effortlessly. The durable nylon is accented by crisp patent leather tri...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag
Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag

Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag

By Prada

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This iconic Prada Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag is a masterpiece that seamlessly merges designer sophistication with functional elegance. Crafted from premium tessuto nylon...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Prada Double Bag Medium Dark Chocolate Brown Saffiano Leather with Strap
Prada Double Bag Medium Dark Chocolate Brown Saffiano Leather with Strap

Prada Double Bag Medium Dark Chocolate Brown Saffiano Leather with Strap

By Prada

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Prada Double Bag Medium Dark Chocolate Brown Saffiano Leather with Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The Prada Galleria bag re-imaged. The Dou...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

PRADA Tessuto Compact Travel Crossbody Bag Navy Unisex Men’s
PRADA Tessuto Compact Travel Crossbody Bag Navy Unisex Men’s

PRADA Tessuto Compact Travel Crossbody Bag Navy Unisex Men’s

By Prada

Located in Bangkok, TH

This PRADA compact travel crossbody bag is crafted of Prada’s signature Tessuto nylon fabric in navy. A front top zipper closure opens to a navy Tessuto interior with one slip pocket...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

PRADA Bruciato brown leather 2010 STUDDED SHEARLING LINED Bag
PRADA Bruciato brown leather 2010 STUDDED SHEARLING LINED Bag

PRADA Bruciato brown leather 2010 STUDDED SHEARLING LINED Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada shoulder bag in Bruciato brown distressed leather, exquisitely trimmed in rich dark brown shearling and finished with silver rivets along the base for a subtle u...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

PRADA Symbole Triangle logo saffiano leather AirPods lanyard bag black red
PRADA Symbole Triangle logo saffiano leather AirPods lanyard bag black red

PRADA Symbole Triangle logo saffiano leather AirPods lanyard bag black red

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA Symbole Triangle logo saffiano leather AirPods lanyard bag black red Reference: TGAS/C01586 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: AirPods case Material: Leather, Metal Co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tech Accessories and Cases

PRADA Baltico blue nylon VELA SMALL BACKPACK Bag
PRADA Baltico blue nylon VELA SMALL BACKPACK Bag

PRADA Baltico blue nylon VELA SMALL BACKPACK Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada Vela backpack bag in navy blue nylon featuring silver-tone hardware. The design comes with two adjustable canvas strap, a zipped front pocket and a drawstring cl...

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Prada Nylon Tessuto Clutch Pouch
Prada Nylon Tessuto Clutch Pouch

Prada Nylon Tessuto Clutch Pouch

By Prada

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This Black Tessuto nylon pouch, is very versatile, it can be used as a cute little clutch or cosmetics pouch, or simply by unzipping the extra back pocket, it could even accommodate ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pouches and Wristlets

Prada F/W 2004 Lizard & Crocodile Crystal  Embellished Skipper Shoulder Bag
Prada F/W 2004 Lizard & Crocodile Crystal  Embellished Skipper Shoulder Bag

Prada F/W 2004 Lizard & Crocodile Crystal Embellished Skipper Shoulder Bag

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Muccia Prada, the visionary behind the Italian house of Prada, is known for her subversive approach to fashion. Describing her creative process as “always trying to go against the ru...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Unworn PRADA Exotic Lizard & Crocodile Hand-Embroidered Clutch Bag  Y2K
Unworn PRADA Exotic Lizard & Crocodile Hand-Embroidered Clutch Bag  Y2K

Unworn PRADA Exotic Lizard & Crocodile Hand-Embroidered Clutch Bag Y2K

By Prada

Located in Switzerland, CH

Wonderful Exotic Prada Bag Unusual piece, hard to find Silver-tone hardware Exotic lizard and crocodile leather Wonderful hand-embroidered flap Push-lock engraved with "PRADA" Detach...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Prada Saffiano Comic Patch Pouch - '20s
Prada Saffiano Comic Patch Pouch - '20s

Prada Saffiano Comic Patch Pouch - '20s

By Prada

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Prada pouch in saffiano leather with playful comic patch, zip closure, and leather-lined interior. A bold and compact accessory. Inclusion: dust bag. Measurements: Height:17.5;Wi...

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2010s Pouches and Wristlets

PRADA Cahier velvet tromp loeil print crossbody box bag
PRADA Cahier velvet tromp loeil print crossbody box bag

PRADA Cahier velvet tromp loeil print crossbody box bag

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA Cahier velvet tromp loeil print crossbody box bag Reference: TGAS/E00683 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Cahier Material: Velvet, Leather Color: Multicolour Pattern...

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

PRADA Exotic Heavenly Embroidered Nylon & Crocodile Clutch Bag - Full Set Y2K
PRADA Exotic Heavenly Embroidered Nylon & Crocodile Clutch Bag - Full Set Y2K

PRADA Exotic Heavenly Embroidered Nylon & Crocodile Clutch Bag - Full Set Y2K

By Prada

Located in Switzerland, CH

Wonderful exotic Prada Bag Unusual piece, hard to find Silver-tone hardware Durable nylon fabric with landscape print discreetly marked "PRADA" Exotic crocodile leather and suede tri...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Prada Saffiano Leather AirPods Case with Clip
Prada Saffiano Leather AirPods Case with Clip

Prada Saffiano Leather AirPods Case with Clip

By Prada

Located in Amman, JO

Prada Saffiano Leather AirPods Case with Clip Upgrade your everyday essentials with this authentic Prada AirPods case crafted from signature Saffiano leather. Designed in classic bl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tech Accessories and Cases

PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag
PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag

PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag Reference: TGAS/F00413 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Satin Color: Brown, Multicolour Pattern: Soli...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Pre-Owned Prada Tessuto Double Buckle Messenger Bag Green Nylon Crossbody Bag
Pre-Owned Prada Tessuto Double Buckle Messenger Bag Green Nylon Crossbody Bag

Pre-Owned Prada Tessuto Double Buckle Messenger Bag Green Nylon Crossbody Bag

By Prada

Located in Rochester, NY

A sleek example of Prada’s signature utilitarian luxury, this pre-owned Prada Tessuto Double Buckle Messenger Bag combines the house’s iconic Tessuto nylon with a functional everyday...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

PRADA Plexiglas Fairy Lights clear acrylic black logos USB fairy LED lights
PRADA Plexiglas Fairy Lights clear acrylic black logos USB fairy LED lights

PRADA Plexiglas Fairy Lights clear acrylic black logos USB fairy LED lights

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA Plexiglas Fairy Lights clear acrylic black logos USB fairy LED lights Reference: TGAS/E00480 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: 2QK001_2FJ4_F0009_V_OOO Collection: 202...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tech Accessories and Cases

Prada Sport SS 2003 Technical Nylon and Leather Shoulder “Hoop” Bag
Prada Sport SS 2003 Technical Nylon and Leather Shoulder “Hoop” Bag

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...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Prada Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Duffle Bag
Prada Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Duffle Bag

Prada Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Duffle Bag

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Prada Re-Nylon & Saffiano Leather Duffle Bag Large duffle bag crafted from re-nylon gabardine fabric in navy and red with Saffiano leather trims. Featuring the brand's signatur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Prada Pergamena vintage style ivory black hard leather luggage bag suitcase case
Prada Pergamena vintage style ivory black hard leather luggage bag suitcase case

Prada Pergamena vintage style ivory black hard leather luggage bag suitcase case

By Prada

Located in Milano, Lombardia

PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR ALL PRICE NEGOTIATIONS A very rare hard travel case by Prada Named the Pergamena this was featured in the campaign with Nicole Kidman Ivory vintage style suit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Prada Grommet Bauletto Bag Leather and Gold Tone
Prada Grommet Bauletto Bag Leather and Gold Tone

Prada Grommet Bauletto Bag Leather and Gold Tone

By Prada

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Bold and contemporary, this Prada Grommet Bauletto Bag is crafted from smooth leather and adorned with striking gold-tone grommet detailing throughout. Featuring dual top handles, a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Pochette Prada
Pochette Prada

Pochette Prada

Located in Carnate, IT

Prada clutch bag in technical fabric, typical of the fashion house. This Pochette can also be used as a wallet. Certificate of authenticity as shown in the photo. Made in Italy. Ther...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Prada Black Patent Leather Gaufre Ruched Shoulder Bag Tote
Prada Black Patent Leather Gaufre Ruched Shoulder Bag Tote

Prada Black Patent Leather Gaufre Ruched Shoulder Bag Tote

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Prada Black Patent Leather Gaufre Ruched Shoulder Bag Tote in excellent condition. Black patent leather exterior in signature ruched gaufre style trimmed with silver hardware and rem...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

2000s Prada Cahier Brown and Black Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag
2000s Prada Cahier Brown and Black Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag

2000s Prada Cahier Brown and Black Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag

Located in Arnhem, NL

A structured Prada Cahier shoulder bag crafted in rich rust-brown and black leather, finished with polished gold-tone hardware. The compact rectangular design features reinforced met...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

MIU MIU Lady black leather colorful rhinestone buckle flap crossbody bag
MIU MIU Lady black leather colorful rhinestone buckle flap crossbody bag

MIU MIU Lady black leather colorful rhinestone buckle flap crossbody bag

By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MIU MIU Lady black leather colorful rhinestone buckle flap crossbody bag Reference: CELE/A00039 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Miu Lady Material: Leather Color: Black,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

S/S 1999 Miu Miu Runway&Campaign Olive Nylon Asymmetric Utility Bag
S/S 1999 Miu Miu Runway&Campaign Olive Nylon Asymmetric Utility Bag

S/S 1999 Miu Miu Runway&Campaign Olive Nylon Asymmetric Utility Bag

By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada

Located in Berlin, DE

This asymmetric olive green utility bag from Miu Miu’s Spring/Summer 1999 collection is a striking example of Miuccia Prada’s forward-thinking, utilitarian design ethos at the end of...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Prada Black Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary prada black purse for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. If you’re looking for a prada black purse from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding a prada black purse for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1284 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Prada Black Purse?

The price for a prada black purse starts at $114 and tops out at $14,500, and on average, selling for $763.

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The House of Savoy coat of arms and knotted rope on Prada’s seal herald that the iconic Italian luxury fashion house was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household in 1919. Started in 1913 by Mario Prada, the brand’s original shop in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II still has the mahogany shelves that displayed its early wares such as travel items and handbags. Today, these fine leather goods are joined by the clothing, wallets and other various accessories that keep the brand on the cutting edge of fashion.

When Mario Prada’s granddaughter, Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), 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, an enthusiast of unconventional Italian filmmakers who’d earned a Ph.D. in political science, 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 Prada 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, more playful 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.

Prada has regularly gone against the grain to elevate styles that have long been out of fashion. In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals. Fanny packs followed three years later, and elaborate lace in 2008. Each season continues to bring new eye-catching innovations for the historic brand, including enhanced attention to sustainability with Prada Re-Nylon, a new line of bags created from recycled ocean plastic.

Today, find a wide variety of vintage Prada evening dresses, bags and other items on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.