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 In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals.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.
PRADA Size 7 Black Mixed Fabrics Nylon Leather Lace-Up Sneakers
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRADA sneakers in a black nylon and leather featuring a mixed fabrics design, rubber sole, and lace-up closure. MExcellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 4T 2878 6Outsole: 10.75 in...
Prada Black Block chunky wedges sneakers sole Leather Nylon / Lace Up 39
By Prada
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Prada Black Block chunky sole Leather Nylon / Lace Up wedges sneakers Size 39 Designed to elevate your style quotient and give you comfort at the same time, these Prada kicks are ...
Prada Men's 10 US Cup Patent Leather Vernice Bike Sneaker 4T0341
By Prada
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 4T 0341 Made In: Vietnam Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 4" Height: 7" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) DEEP PURPLE Accessories: Box, Dust...
PRADA x ADIDAS Core black leather 2020 SUPERSTAR Sneakers Shoes 38.5
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic adidas Superstar Prada Black sneaker is the result of a unique collaboration between two iconic brands, blending adidas's classic style with Prada's luxury crafts...
Prada black gold 2022 CLOUDBURST THUNDER KNIT CHUNKY Sneakers Shoes 36
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Prada Cloudbust Thunder knit sneaker in Platino/Nero (gold and black) is a bold expression of futuristic design and technical innovation. Crafted with a breathabl...
Prada Leather Downtown Bold Low-Top Sneakers, Women's 9.5
By Prada
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Prada Leather Downtown Bold Low-Top Sneakers Made in Italy SIZE US Women's 9 or 9.5 and a US Men's 7 or 7.5 Condition Gently Used Signs of lighter use, scuff and sta...
BALENCIAGA black mesh & rubber TRACK Sneakers Shoes 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Balenciaga Track sneakers are crafted from black recycled mesh and feature interwoven rubber accents for a bold, dynamic...
Prada 2014 Runway Black Leather T-Strap Wedge Heels Women 37.5 EU
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in San Jose, CA
These are authentic Prada Fall 2014 runway platform wedge heels designed under Miuccia Prada. A standout silhouette from the collection, they feature smooth black leather uppers, a structured rounded toe, and a slim T-strap with adjustable ankle closure. The sculptural molded wedge and platform sole create Prada's signature architectural profile from this era—balancing height with stability. This design reflects the strong, tailored aesthetic of the Fall 2014 show, pairing feminine structure with industrial minimalism. Crafted in Italy with leather lining and durable rubber sole. Brand: Prada Collection: Fall 2014 Runway Designer: Miuccia Prada Color: Black Size: EU 37.5 Material: Leather upper, leather lining, rubber sole Closure: Adjustable ankle strap Condition: Preowned with visible wear to soles and light creasing to leather consistent with use. Structure remains solid. Please review all photos carefully. A true runway-era Prada wedge—ideal for collectors, minimalist wardrobes, or structured tailoring looks. Keyword Block: prada fall 2014 runway shoes, miuccia prada heels, prada platform wedge, prada t strap...
PRADA SPORT Size 10.5 America's Cup Silver Leather Nylon Mesh Ankle Sneakers
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRADA SPORT "America's Cup" sneakers in a silver tone leather and nylon mesh featuring a high top style, rubber sole, and lace-up closure with hook & loop ankle detail.Good Pre-O...
MAISON MARGIELA black nylon 50-50 LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 38
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Maison Margiela 50-50 sneakers offer a fresh take on retro-inspired style. Crafted from black malleable nylon and soft suede, they blend comfort with subtle soph...
PRADA Prax01 navy black neoprene leather streamline lace up sneakers UK6 EU40
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Prax01 navy black neoprene leather trim streamline lace up sneakers UK6 EU40 Reference: CNLE/A00517 Brand: Prada Model: Prax01 Material: Neoprene, Leather Color: Black, Navy Pa...
PRADA Stratus black grey suede leather low top sneakers UK5.5 EU39.5
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Stratus black grey suede leather low top sneakers UK5.5 EU39.5 Reference: CNLE/A00226 Brand: Prada Model: Stratus Material: Leather, Canvas Color: Black, Grey Pattern: Solid Cl...
PRADA Padded Nappa Leather low top silver triangle logo chunky sneakers UK8.5
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Padded Nappa Leather low top silver triangle logo chunky sneakers UK8.5 Reference: NILI/A00110 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Padded Nappa Leather Platform Sneaker...
VERSACE Chain Reaction Black Red suede low top chunky sneaker EU38.5 US5.5
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Black Red suede low top chunky sneaker EU38.5 US5.5 Reference: TGAS/B01154 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Versace Chain Reaction Material: F...
VERSACE Chain Reaction black suede fuschia red low chunky sneaker EU37 US7
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction black suede fuschia red low chunky sneaker EU37 US7 Reference: TGAS/A06297 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Versace Chain Reaction Collection:...
VERSACE Chain Reaction black white red suede mesh low chunky sneaker EU41
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction black white red suede mesh low chunky sneaker EU41 Reference: TGAS/B01121 Brand: Versace Designer: Salehe Bembury Model: Versace Chain Reaction Material: Fabri...
