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.
Find vintage Miuccia Prada evening dresses, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
MIU MIU gold glitter frayed edge grosgrain bow wide headband
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU gold glitter frayed edge grosgrain bow wide headband Reference: LNKO/A02076 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Lining: Leathe...
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml Reference: TGAS/E00483 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Black Blum Material: Metal Color: Black, Silver Patt...
Exceptional Hermès Gold Pill Box Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Collectible Authentic Hermès Pill Box Vintage item Numbered and signed "HERMES PARIS" Made of a round plexiglass disc decorated with a twisted yellow gold wire and a yell...
Gucci x Bianchi 2011 White City Bike
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ride in style or elevate your interior space with this amazing Gucci x Bianchi bike! This 2011 collaboration unveiled the exclusive Bianchi by Gucci bi...
$946
H 3.94 in Dm 2.96 in
Hermès Vintage Stirrup Shaped in Guilloché Silvered Pocket Mirror for Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Cute Authentic Hermès Mirror Small enough to slip into a handbag In silvered meta, Vintage "MADE IN FRANCE HERMES" engraved on a side Can be held by ...
Unusual Hobe Jeweled Heart Box
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Charming and Unusual Hobe Jeweled Mini Box-Compact from the 1930's. Multicolored pastes set in sterling filigree on a brass base. Interior mirror. Can easily be converted into a pend...
Exceptional Hermès Pill Box Tennis Racquet Shaped Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Collectible Authentic Hermès Pill Box Tennis Racquet Shaped Vintage item Made of metal, answers to the silver test The lid is made of transparent plastic on which are dr...
$1,775
H 3.51 in Dm 2.84 in
Hermès Set of 2 Silver-Tone Metal Cups Coffee Mugs Chaine d'Ancre Pattern RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare Authentic Hermès Cups Set of 2 Handes in shape of "Chaine d'Ancre", famous Hermès Pattern Made in France Made of Silver-Tone Metal Colorways: Silv...
19th Century Ribbed Silver Pill Box
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 19th Century Ribbed Silver Pill Box handmade of coin silver. Simple reeded silver is used for simple oval handmade box. 1.25" x .75" x 1" high.
Hermès by Reuge Sainte Croix Keychain Key Ring Music Box
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional Hermès Key Ring Music Box Made by Reuge Sainte Croix, specialist manufacturer of music boxes, located in Sainte Croix, Switzerland, for Hermès Turn the mechanical key (...
Hermès Ferma Carré 90 Mors - '20s
By Hermès
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Hermès scarf ring in palladium silver color. Silver-plated steel with rings on both sides. Customize your look with this chic accessory. Inclusion: box. Material: Silver Plated Me...
Patek Philippe Lacquered Wood Swiss Watch Presentation Box
By Patek Philippe
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Patek Philippe lacquered wood Swiss watch Presentation Box. It features a hinged front lock closure with metal hardware and an inlaid maker’s logo on the lid. The interior is lined with beige soft leather and includes a watch insert. The lid interior is stamped with a silver gilt Patek Philippe logo. Authentic Patek Philippe in brown wooden wrist watch storage box including case, certificate and booklets in leather pouch. Condition: The lacquered box is in great condition, some light scratches on top of case. Dimensions: 4"H x 9.25"W x 6"D. Outer box: 7" x 10" x 5" Featuring a beautiful Art Deco style wood and embossed with the Calatrava cross, this storage case is sure to impress. Elevate your wristwatch collection with the Patek Philippe Watch Box...
Art Deco Fruit Salad Volupte Compact
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Fruit Salad Volupte Compact from the 1930's. Pastel Trifari glass "fruits" on an enameled metal base, Original fittings unused, however, some ...
Discontinued Hermes Wallpaper 2 Boxes NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Discontinued wall paper by Hermes. 2 rolls or boxes included.Booth same design and same colors 10m roll 68.5 cm width each roll. Made in England This wall paper should be applied h...
PRADA Triangle Metal Logo beige satin puffy Alice headband
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Triangle Metal Logo beige satin puffy Alice headband Reference: VACN/A00078 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Satin Color: Nude Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Lin...
PRADA mirrored gold stainless steel black logo water bottle
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA mirrored gold stainless steel black logo water bottle Reference: TGAS/E00484 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Metal Color: Gold, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Lobster Clasp Extra Details: An essential for the modern woman on-the-go, this portable Prada bottle...
PRADA Linea Rossa neon orange red line logo cotton socks nylon pouch
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Linea Rossa neon orange red line logo cotton socks nylon pouch Reference: ANWU/A00101 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Cotton Color: Orange Pattern: Solid Extra D...
rare PRADA Comic print cotton long socks
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Comic print cotton long socks Reference: ANWU/A00096 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: 66385 Collection: Comic - Runway Material: Cotton Color: Multicolour Patte...
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml Reference: BNAY/A00017 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Black Blum Material: Metal Color: Black, Silver Patt...
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Black+Blum silver black round glass lunch box 750ml Reference: BNAY/A00017 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Black Blum Material: Metal Color: Black, Silver Patt...
PRADA mirrored gold stainless steel black logo water bottle
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA mirrored gold stainless steel black logo water bottle Reference: BNAY/A00018 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Metal Color: Gold, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Lobster Clasp Extra Details: An essential for the modern woman on-the-go, this portable Prada bottle...
PRADA red satin gold pailette studded bow puffy headband
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA red satin gold pailette studded bow puffy headband Reference: ANWU/A00125 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Satin Color: Red, Gold Pattern: Solid Extra Details: De...
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00148 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Robot Material: Mixed Materials Color: Red Pa...
MIU MIU Vintage multicolor rhinstone crystal jewel red leather bracelet
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU Vintage multicolor rhinstone crystal jewel red leather bracelet Reference: ANWU/A00890 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Leather, Metal Color: Red, Multicolour...