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 In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals.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.
2007 Prada Black Pleated Cotton Blazer Jacket and Midi Skirt Suit Set
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Sheffield, GB
An understated and timelessly chic 2007 Prada ensemble. Both pieces work great together or apart, comprising a black cotton blazer with pleated detailing, buttons down the centre and...
rare PRADA JAMES JEAN 2008 Runway Fairy organza full skirt knit vest set IT40 S
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA JAMES JEAN 2008 Runway Fairy green print silk organza full skirt knit vest set IT40 S Reference: TGAS/F00604 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia...
1996 Prada Runway Beige Safari Suit Sleeveless Top and Skirt
By Prada
Located in London, GB
This two-piece ensemble was designed as part of Prada’s Fall 1996 collection. Vogue said retrospectively of the collection that it “managed in that inimitable Prada way to destabiliz...
Prada Vintage FW 1999 Two Set by Miuccia Prada in Excellent Condition IT46
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Architectural two-piece ensemble from Prada’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, realized in finely woven charcoal grey wool and distinguished by precise tailoring and functional leather d...
A/W 2012 - 2013 PRADA Geometric Psychedelic print Silk Blazer Jacket skirt Suit
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Geometric printed suit from Miuccia Prada Autumn / Winter 2012-2013 collection, the colours feature vibrant blue and yellow tones. The blazer features 2 buttons at the front ...
Prada Pearl Pink Blazer and Skirt Set - '10s
By Prada
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elegant Prada set consisting of a blazer and skirt in a delicate pearl pink hue. The blazer is fully lined in matching pearl pink, ensuring optimal fit and impeccable finishes, while...
Prada 2000 Violet Astrakhan Karakul Lamb Fur Ensemble
By Prada
Located in Mentone, CA
Discover the pinnacle of luxury with this exceptional Prada Fall/Winter 2000 three-piece ensemble, a masterwork of rare materials and exquisite design. Crafted from rare karakul lamb...
1990s Prada Black Pantsuit
By Prada
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very chic and minimal 1990s Prada pantsuit. Slightly oversized, long blazer with large notched collar, three buttons centre seam closure and double back ve...
Prada RunwayLook1 Fur Silk Collar Checked Wool SkirtSuit 3Piece Ensemble, FW2000
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian Miuccia Prada created for her Fall/Winter 2000 womenswear collection this Vogue-photographed fashion-show runway "Look 1" three-piece ensemble, which includes a 1940s-inspired check-texture tweed wool skirt suit with defined hourglass waist and padded shoulders topped by a plush fur neck-piece. While Prada became known in the 1990s for some of the best accessories, this detachable multi-color red-fox collar with thin beige grosgrain ties and silk-lined reverse was featured in its ad campaigns and magazine spreads as the versatile must-have of the season at the turn of the century. To put this collection in perspective, the year that Miuccia Prada designed this elegant ensemble she was nominated as "Designer Of The Year" for the Vogue Fashion Awards. With 100% virgin wool, sharp shoulders, flap pockets, and full lining, the warm jacket...
Prada S/s 2008 Fairy Collection Forest Green Artistic Ensemble
By Prada
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
For Prada's Spring/Summer 2008 collection, Miuccia Prada collaborated with Taiwanese-American artist James Jean to create a whimsical, Art Nouveau-inspired collection featuring fairy...
Prada pink silk feather embellished bra and skirt with beaded fringe, fw 2017
By Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Prada evening bra and skirt ensemble ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Fall-Winter 2017 ▪ Constructed from salmon silk ▪ Beaded fringe trim ▪ Pink ostrich and turkey feather embelli...
Prada embellished orange silk organza top and skirt set, fw 1999
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Prada 2-piece set ▪ Creative Director: Miuccia Prada ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Constructed from orange silk organza ▪ Beaded leaf-shaped organza appliques ▪ Green suede trim ▪ Crew-...
Prada 1999 runway corset and leaf skirt ensemble
By Prada
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
The Prada 2-piece set, designed by Creative Director Miuccia Prada for the Fall-Winter 1999 collection, is available for purchase from Herpium. This exquisite ensemble features a woo...
Prada Blue Heart Ruched Top and Skirt Ensemble S/S 2000
By Prada
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Spring 2000 collection was one of Prada’s most iconic runways. Filled with flirty designs with graphic prints, this collection introduced a series of fun and functional styles th...
Prada - Runway Fall/Winter 2013 Skirt and Jacket with Fur Size 40IT
By Prada
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Prada - Runway/Editorial Skirt and Jacket with Fur Cuffs Fall/Winter 2013 Size 40IT
Prada Mid 2000's Black Wool Crepe Jacket and Skirt Set
By Prada
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Prada Mid 2000's black wool crepe jacket and skirt set with concealed snap button closure, 4 pockets with minimalist silver tone buttons. Black silk lining in the jacket and skirt. ...
Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada; Taupe silk organza pant suit with printed illustrations by James Jean. Loosely cut transparent blouse with black ribbon trim, choker, fabric button fastenings and caplet. Slim...
Prada Swarovski 2021 black rhinestones set
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in CANNES, FR
Prada X Swarovski 2021 Black tulle rhinestones set, made of a top and a mini skirt. Size 38 Italian.
Prada Gold & Navy Metallic Round Paillette Skirt Ensemble 2002
By Prada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Prada gold & navy metallic round paillette skirt ensemble from the 2002 collection. This iconic ensemble features a metallic top an...
Prada 2000 Skirt Suit Elegant Wool Jacket Skirt
By Prada
Located in Berlin, BE
PRADA 2000s two piece skirt suit, jacket and skirt. Stunning Prada Ensemble. The beautiful structured silhouette is both commanding and refined, a testament to Prada’s unparalleled ...
Prada F/W 2009 Runway Black Silk Velvet Floral Skirt Suit New W/Tags
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Runway look #32 and in Prada's campaign that season. New with tags done in silk with silk velvet floral pattern, fully lined. Exceptional and gorgeous!! Size: 40 IT/ 4 US Measurem...
PRADA Size 42 Black Polyester Blend Twill Single Breasted Notch Lapel Suit
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRADA suit in a black polyester stretch blend twill with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. Ma...
Prada S/s 2008 Fairy Collection Purple Chinoise Style Geometric Jumpsuit
By Prada
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
For Prada's Spring/Summer 2008 collection, Miuccia Prada collaborated with Taiwanese-American artist James Jean to create a whimsical, Art Nouveau-inspired collection featuring fairy...
2019 Prada psychedelic argyle print set
By Prada
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2019 Prada psychedelic argyle print set This Prada set from 2019 features a bold psychedelic argyle print applied to both shirt and trousers. Crafted in viscose, it offers a fluid d...
Prada Chartreuse Safari Jacket, Printed Skirt and Bag Ensemble, SS 1996
By Prada
Located in London, GB
This women’s ensemble from Prada’s Spring-Summer 1996 collection comprises a tailored safari-style jacket in chartreuse nylon-blend gabardine, paired with a tailored mini skirt and m...
Prada by Miuccia Prada Brown Silk Organza Fringed Ensemble, SS 1993
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
This early Miuccia Prada design showcases her experimental use of materials and textures. The strapless top is made from brown silk organza and is uniquely constructed with rows of t...
Prada Linea Ross sand padded nylon ski suit with fur hood, fw 1999
By Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Prada Linea Rossa sand padded nylon ski suit ▪ Padded nylon ▪ Raccoon fur hood with shearling lining ▪ Two full-length double-ended zippers running from th...
Prada Graphic Eyes Printed Pyjama Style Shirt Trousers Set in Silk
By Prada
Located in London, GB
PRADA GRAPHIC EYES PRINTED PYJAMA STYLE SET IN SILK SIZE SMALL Prada silk pyjama style set in pale grey with black and yellow graphic eye and cross print with black silk trim. Shir...
Prada Women's Camouflage Set
By Prada
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Women’s Prada set with a bold, contemporary character, crafted from high-quality fabric featuring an iconic camouflage print reinterpreted with refined elegance. The shirt is design...
Prada By Raf Simons White Cotton Padded Jacket And Mini Skirt 2023
By Prada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a Prada white cotton padded jacket and mini skirt from 2023. Inspired by the duvet, the jacket features a cropped padded fit, front button...
Prada Grey Suit Jacket And Pants 2020
By Prada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a Prada grey suit from the Spring/Summer 2020 collection, a refined expression of the house’s modern tailoring and intellectual approach to femininit...
PRADA black 2020 RE-NYLON BELTED SHORT SLEEVE Jumpsuit 38 XS
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Prada Re-Nylon jumpsuit in black polyamide combines contemporary style with sustainable materials. It features a classic collar, wid...
Prada Men Suit Two Pieces Casual Techno Men Jacket Pants Size IT52-L, S1505
By Prada
Located in Kaunas, LT
Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Prada Two Pieces Casual Techno Men Jacket Pants, Two Pieces Suit,...
Prada SS2023 Camel Sculpted Jacket & Pencil Skirt Set – IT 38
By Prada
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
An elegant contemporary ensemble from Prada’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection, this Italian-crafted two-piece set exemplifies the house’s refined minimalist tailoring. Rendered in a ri...
PRADA Size 38 Regular Black Velvet Cotton Blend Notch Lapel Suit
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRADA suit in a black cotton stretch blend velvet with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. Made...