Vintage 2000's Prada Black Nylon Tote
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada black tote bag. Features a black nylon body fabric, black enamel triangle
Vintage 2000's Prada Black Nylon Tote
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada black tote bag. Features a black nylon body fabric, black enamel triangle
Prada Vintage 2004 Red Nylon Crossbody Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Rarest ever Prada vintage nylon bag from the Spring 2004 collection. I have never seen this model
Vintage Prada 2000’s Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 2000’s black tote bag. Features eyelet closure, Prada enamel triangle on the side and one
Prada Vintage 1999 Dark Grey Wool
By Prada
Located in London, GB
, in excellent vintage condition. Brand: Prada Color: Grey Hobo bag Fabric: Wool Dustbag: No
Vintage Prada Square Leather Red&Brown Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 1990's red&brown leather bag. Features top handle, two tones colour brown and red, Prada
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
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Flat Messenger Bag
By Prada
Located in New York, NY
Prada Black Nylon Messenger Bag Made In: Italy Color: Black Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Nylon
Vintage 2000's Prada Black Nylon Mini Duffle Tote
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada black nylon mini tote. Features a black nylon body fabric with utilitarian
Prada Cleo Vintage Purple Silk and Sequins Evening Handbag
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
material is quite worn along the edges. The interior has been replaced. DETAILS Prada Cleo Vintage Silk
Miuccia Prada Vintage Spring/Summer 2007 Emerald Suede Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional and rare runway piece from Prada’s Spring/Summer 2007 collection, this statement
Vintage 2000's Prada Black Nylon Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada crossbody bag. Features a black nylon body, front zip pocket , black enamel
$2,919
H 5.12 in W 9.06 in D 3.15 in
Prada Vintage S/S 2000 Women's Leather Silk Sequin Evening Bag by Miuccia Prada
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Prada top handle bag from S/S 2000 featuring a striking all-over sequin exterior set on a
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
Vintage 2000's Prada Two Tones Mini Duffle Tote
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada two tones mini duffle tote . Features a two-tone beige and black nylon fabric
Vintage Prada 2000's Black Nylon Mini Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada 2000's black mini tote bag. Feature a black body matte nylon fabric , grey top
Vintage Prada 1990's White Patent Leather Mini Tote
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada 1990's white leather patent mini tote bag . Features a white patent leather body, two
Vintage 2000's Prada Beige Canvas Mini Top Handle Pouch
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada mini pouch. Features a canvas in a warm sand tone, contrasted with a deep
PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag Reference: TGAS/F00413 Brand
Prada Vintage Brown and Red Leather Bowling Bag Satchel B10804
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into timeless elegance with this classic PRADA Bowling Bag, a perfect blend of luxury and
Prada Beige Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Mini Frame Top Handle
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Prada Beige Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Mini Frame Top Handle Product Details Xupes Ref
Vintage PRADA Calfskin Leather Belt Bag Dark Brown
By Prada
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage PRADA belt bag is crafted of calfskin leather in dark brown featuring a front front
Borsa A Spalla Prada Triangle Logo Nero
By Prada
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Prada, modello Triangle, realizzata in pelle nera con hardware argentatI. Dotata di
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
Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Messenger Bag
By Prada
Located in Roslyn, NY
Black nylon. Gold-Tone hardware. Dual chain and leather shoulder straps. Prada logo at front. Three
Unavailable
Prada Vintage Gold Satin Raso Framed Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage Prada bag is made of satin in gold brown. The bag features dual flat strap top handles
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Large Shopper Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This large prada shopping bag is made of black nylon canvas with golden hardware. The bag is
Prada Doctor Bag Black Patent Leather Vintage
By Prada
Located in Brindisi, IT
Doctor Prada bag, black color in 100% patent leather, magnetic button closure, internal pocket
Prada Vintage Tessuto Buckle Beige Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag features a cream and beige nylon body, leather trim and a front buckle to secure the top flap with magnetic snap closure. COLOR: Cream and beige MATERIAL: Nylon & leather I...
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Bauletto Briefcase Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage Prada briefcase bag is made with nylon and features dual top handles, top zip closure
Unavailable
H 11.4 in W 3.54 in L 13.7 in
Prada Rare Vintage Mesh Tote with Pouch 868785 Black Nylon Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) S...
Miuccia Prada Black Nylon Cross Body / Shoulder Tessuto Medium Messenger Bag
By Miuccia Prada
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a signed Miuccia Prada black nylon cross body / shoulder Tessuto medium messenger bag
Unavailable
H 11 in W 9.4 in D 6.1 in
Prada Vintage black leather geometric patchwork tote bag with metallic handles
By Prada
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Prada black leather geometric patchwork tote bag with metallic hardware handles. So
Prada Vintage Black Leather Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Prada Vintage Black Leather Tote Bag: Your Timeless Travel and Work Companion
Prada Vintage Tessuto Bowling Bag
By Prada
Located in Glasgow, GB
hardware. Double rolled handles attached with gold D rings. Vintage signature Prada Milano logo in gold on
Vintage Prada 2000’s Bowling Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 2000’s collectible red and white bowling bag. Features perforated design, interior zipped
Vintage 2001 Prada Red Satin Mini Bag
By Prada
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage Prada mini satin bag in red. Very cute vintage style. White leather list with stripe lining
Vintage Prada c. 2001 Cargo parachute bag
By Prada
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Vintage beige Prada sport bag with parachute detailing. Two pockets on the front and side. Light
Prada Vintage BlackTessuto Nylon City Tote Handbag
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of understated luxury with the elegant Prada Tessuto Nylon Tote Bag, a perfect
Prada Grey Embellished Satin Vintage Evening Tote
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
PRADA Grey Embellished Satin Vintage Evening Tote Xupes Reference: CWAHF-HB020 Serial Number: 110
Prada Vintage 1999 Fur Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 1999 fur Burgundy bag. Features adjustable length strap, velcro fastening zip at the back and
Prada Vintage 1999 Fur Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 1999 tan fur bag with snakeskin leather pocket. Features shoulder length strap, velcro
Prada Vintage 1999 Fur Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 1999 tan fur bag with snakeskin leather orange pocket. Features shoulder length strap, velcro
Prada Vintage Red Leather Barrel Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
This Prada bag is crafted in red crocodile skin. Accented with silver-toned hardware and panel
Prada Vintage 2000's White Leather Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada white leather tote bag. Feature a square shape, inner zip pocket. Brand
Prada Vintage 1999 Dark Grey Wool Hobo Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
, in excellent vintage condition. Brand: Prada Color: Grey Hobo bag Fabric: Wool, Dustbag: No
Prada Corino Calfskin Leather Vintage Bachel
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
PRADA Corino Calfskin Leather Vintage Bachel Xupes Reference: CWAHF-HB016 Serial Number: 37 Age
Prada Vintage 1990's Cargo Leather Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
rings hardware and front Prada triangle logo . Fastens with a silver zip. In excellent vintage
Prada Cleo vintage nylon black bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Carnate, IT
Prada Cleo vintage bag. Both hand or shoulder bag. In black iconic nylon. Golden chain shoulder
Prada Women's Vintage Camel Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
and back, the front-left corner of bag is also scuffed on this used Prada designer resale item
Prada Vintage 1990's Black Nylon Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada 1990's black hobo nylon handbag.Features Prada hardware, and zip closure. In
Prada Cleo Vintage Black Leather Gold Hardware
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Cleo Vintage Black Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag
Vintage PRADA Jacquard Crossbody Bag Brown Unisex
By Prada
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage PRADA flat crossbody bag is crafted of Prada’s jacquard in brown and brown leather
Vintage PRADA Black Leather Cross Body Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage PRADA handbag comes in a black leather featuring a cross body strap, front zipper pocket
Vintage PRADA Black Leather Cross Body Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage PRADA handbag comes in a black leather featuring a cross body strap, front zipper pocket
Vintage PRADA Gold Metallic Leather Mini Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Vintage PRADA bag comes in a gold metallic leather featuring a mini style, top handles, logo
Prada Women's Vintage Red & Brown Doctors Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
wear to the bag handle and silver hardware on this used Prada designer resale item. Details Red
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Tessuto Tote Bag with Defects
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Step into timeless elegance with this vintage Prada Tessuto
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Tessuto Tote Bag with Defects
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Step into timeless elegance with this vintage Prada Tessuto
Prada Vintage Borsa Nero Tessuto Zipped City Tote B4680
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience luxury and style with the Prada Enameled Metal Triangle Nylon Tote. Made with high
Prada Navy Embellished Fabric Vintage Evening Tote
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
PRADA Navy Embellished Fabric Vintage Evening Tote Xupes Reference: CWAHF-HB015 Serial Number: 80
1990's Prada Vintage White Lambskin Handbag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Prada 90s vintage white lambskin handbag with flower detail. Green silk interior. One minor stain
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Tessuto Shoulder Bag with Lucite Chain
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage PRADA Shoulder Bag with double lucite chain shoulder strap with interwoven leather. Crafted
Prada Beige Canvas & Brown Leather Vintage Chest Rig Backpack
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
PRADA Beige Canvas & Brown Leather Vintage Chest Rig Backpack Xupes Reference: CWAHF-HB017 Serial
Vintage Prada 1990's Olive Acrylic Handle Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada 1990's olive nylon bag. Crafted with the iconic nylon in an olive-mustard colour
2000s Prada Brown Leather Suede Vintage Handbag Shopper
By Prada
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Prada vintage handbag. Brown color, 100% suede leather. Soft shopper model. Inside there are
Prada Vintage Black Nappa Leather Sport Tote B5176
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Prada Nappa Leather Sport Tote is made with high quality black leather. The bag
2000s Prada Doctor Bag Black Patent Leather Vintage
By Prada
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Doctor Prada bag, black color in 100% patent leather, magnetic button closure, internal pocket
Prada Brown Ostrich Leather Vintage Plain Bag 1990s
By Prada
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Prada vintage 90s ostrich leather bag. Plain shoulder bag, brown color. Zip closure, equipped with
Prada Vintage 1990’s Beige Tessuto City Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 1990’s Tessuto beige city bag. Features Prada hardware, black leather strap, inside zip back
Vintage PRADA Purple Marbled Silk Rhinestones Mini Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage PRADA mini handbag comes in a purple marbled silk featuring a ribbon top handles
Vintage PRADA Black Tessuto Two-Way Document Tote Bag Small
By Prada
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage PRADA small document tote bag is crafted of black Tessuto polyester fabric and
Vintage 2000's Prada Nylon Cylindrical Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's Prada black nylon bag. Features a black nylon body and a cylindrical shape. The long
Prada Vintage Navy Quilted Nylon Gold Chain Straps Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare vintage Prada handbag comes in quilted nylon twill with gold tone, grommet accented
Prada Vintage Metallic Grey Python Mordore Hobo Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
and bag interior on this used Prada designer resale item. Details Metallic grey Snakeskin
Prada Forest Green Calfskin Leather Vintage Frame Bag
By Prada
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
PRADA Forest Green Calfskin Leather Vintage Frame Bag Xupes Reference: CWAHF-HB018 Serial Number
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Tessuto Triangle Logo Tote Bag Handbag
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant Prada Tessuto nylon tote bag. The bag is crafted of black nylon and it features black
Prada Sand Suede Leather Vintage Mini Crossbody Bag, 2005.
By Prada
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Prada Sand Suede Leather Vintage Mini Crossbody Bag, 2005. Founded by Mario Prada in 1913, Prada
Prada Vintage S/S 1999 Grey Wool Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada Spring Summer 1999 grey wool shoulder bag. Features dual-wear shoulder and cross body
rare PRADA Vintage green calfskin logo beige canvas small shoulder handbag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vintage green calfskin logo beige canvas small shoulder handbag Reference: TGAS/D00979
Prada Cleo Vintage Blue Silk Beaded Embroidery Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Cleo Vintage Blue Silk Beaded Embroidery Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the
F/W 2002 Ralph Lauren Runway Plunging V Neckline Black Velvet Sleeveless Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant yet sexy Ralph Lauren Purple Label gown debuted on the season's runway as part of look 29, modeled by Betina Holte. This effortlessly chic soft velvet dress features a d...
$5,597Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano - Vintage Silk Chartreuse Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Size 38FR
A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway Bias Cut Nude 100% Silk Long Dress
By AF VANDERVORST
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway 100% silk nude open back long dress, This is a fantastic archive worthy nude silk dress from the Iconic Belgian designers duo A.F.Vandevorst ...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
$1,425
Size: Marked Size: 39 Fits U.S. 8.5
New Tom Ford for YSL Yves Saint Laurent Collection Satin Heels Sz 39 U.S. 8.5
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New The Countess of Albemarle wore these in Beige to Tom Ford's Book Signing Marked Size: 39 Fits U.S. 8.5 * Lilac Satin * Leather Insol...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Grey Embellished Mini Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Wool Tartan Jacket Velvet Details Red Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning 1993 Thierry Mugler signature sculpted blazer jacket. Timeless and extremely bautiful red tartan jacket, dramatic silhouette fiitted waist and pointy sharp details. Plaid hi...
Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Azzedine Alaia SS 1990 Vintage Navy Blue Rayon Knit Body Con Pleated Hem Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful vintage dress by Azzedine Alaia, from the Spring/Summer 1990 collection documented here and was shown on the runway in many shapes and colors. This iconic body con dress w...
Thierry Mugler Couture SS 2001 Beaded Evening Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Thierry Mugler Couture elegant evening dress from spring summer 2001 collection. PVC collar with glass beads embroideries. High leg slit. Open back. Rounded hem. Deep purple colour....
Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Coat Red Black Angora Jacket Leather
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare Thierry Mugler Couture coat. FW 2001 Collection. Pure angora coat, pointy black leather details. Femme fatale - elegant and sexy unique statement piece. Spectacular vi...
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
Prada makes some of the world’s most luxurious handbags. The iconic Italian fashion house’s vintage purses, crossbody bags, shoulder bags and other bags are part of a storied history that reaches back to 1913, when it was founded by Mario Prada.
In 1919, Prada was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household. During the years that followed, the company expanded internationally and, to this day, continues to innovate in the luxury fashion space.
Prada is famous for its Saffiano leather, which is heat-treated for high durability and quality. Elegant and modern, Prada bags are made of leather or nylon. From clutches to tote bags, Prada’s designs tend to be sleek and timeless. The Re-edition Nylon Mini has been a favorite among celebrities, but the Galleria, which is known for its clean lines and sturdy construction, the Cahier and the Nylon tote are also popular designs. Nylon revolutionized the fashion house’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984.
Because of the craftsmanship involved in creating Prada bags, they carry a luxury price tag whether they’re vintage, pre-owned or brand-new. And as coveted objects that make bold statements to the outside world, vintage designer handbags generally have appreciated in value more in the past 10 years than houses or cars have. A vintage Prada bag may be a great investment — if it’s the real deal. When you’re trying to tell if a Prada bag is real, perhaps the most obvious tell is a price that’s too good to be true. But not all fake Prada bags are sold at low prices, and it’s not always easy to discern real from counterfeit without a close inspection.
Some inauthentic Prada bags are more obvious than others, rife with telltale signs like poor-quality stitching, tarnished hardware and even misspellings of Prada. A fake may be so evident that you don’t even have to pop it open to know it’s not genuine.
A genuine Prada bag has the inverted triangle logo. The plaque containing the logo on a real bag is the same color as the bag itself, so watch out for even tiny differences in hue. The plaque should be perfectly straight and securely attached — if it’s crooked, it’s a fake. (Read more about how to spot a fake Prada bag here.)
Find a wide variety of vintage Prada handbags, top handle bags, travel bags and other items on 1stDibs.
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.
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 bag — Birkin, 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.