The brainchild of Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), 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 parent brand Prada, an iconic Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1913.
Miuccia, the granddaughter of Prada founder Mario Prada, joined the family business 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, the brand 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.
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.
Today, Miuccia still heads the fresh, colorful and quirky Miu Miu line, which is embraced by celebrities with a similar sense of sartorial rebellion, like Madonna, Drew Barrymore and Chloë Sevigny.
Miu Miu’s iconic handbags and purses are upbeat, daring and youthful. The sequined Club version is a favorite, available in matelassé leather in neutrals, bright colors or metallics. The sparkling, embellished Crystal is a stunning standalone, while the Madras is a classic structured leather design.
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MIU MIU 2000’s Vintage Beige Hessian Tan Leather Shoulder Bag with Gold Hardware
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 2000’s Vintage MIU MIU Matellassé shoulder bag, featuring Raw natural cotton hessian outer, with a rich tan Leather trim, gold metal rivets, chain strap and the large Signature MIU...
Miu Miu RUNWAY Spring 2000 Finale Gold Metallic Sheer Embellished Shift Dress
By Miu Miu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashion History: From Miu Miu's Spring 2000 runway collection, this ethereal dress appeared as the finale look, embodying the youthful glamour that defined the brand at the turn of t...
Miu Miu Vintage Circa Cruise 2008 100% Silk Mini Dress
By Miu Miu
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Miu Miu Vintage Circa Cruise 2008 100% Silk Mini Dress Vintage Miu Miu mini dress from the Cruise 2008 collection. Made from soft silk with a brown and orange dot print. Features a round neckline, short sleeves, a fitted waist, and a short A-line skirt. Lightweight and comfortable, perfect for warm weather. Brand: Miu Miu Collection: Cruise 2008 Material: 100% Silk Size: Italian 42 Color: Brown and orange Print: Dot pattern Neckline: Round neck Sleeves: Short sleeves Length: Mini Fit: Fitted waist, A-line shape A classic vintage Miu Miu dress...
MIU MIU 2022 Bridal white viscose stretch cady feather hem slip dress IT38 XS
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU 2022 Bridal white viscose stretch cady feather hem slip dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/G00020 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2022 Material: Viscose, Blend ...
F/W 2017 MIU MIU Baby Blue faux fur buckle Snow Boots EU 39.5 / UK 6.5
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fall / Winter 2017 MIU MIU Pale blue faux Fur Boots featuring a fluffy exterior with chunky chrome buckle details and patent blue leather accents. The boots have rubber soles with t...
rare MIU MIU 2014 Runway blue PVC metallic purple wool A-line dress IT40 S
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MIU MIU 2014 Runway blue PVC metallic purple wool jacquard embellished A-line dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/G00025 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Fall/Winter ...
MIU MIU nude pink ROUND SUNGLASSES MU59U
By Miu Miu
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Miu Miu pair of sunglasses is crafted in silver-tone metal and nude acetate, blending modern shine with soft femininity. They feature round frames with gradient p...
Miu Miu Fall 2009 Embellished Plaid Knee High Socks
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
Iconic, super rare vintage Miu Miu embellished socks from the Fall 2009 collection. Unworn. Made from super soft and stretchy camel and red plaid wool, stunningly decorated with mass...
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