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.
Find vintage Miu Miu dresses, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
MIU MIU ivory leather MATELASSE QUILTED Wristlet Clutch Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Miu Miu Matelassé wristlet clutch in ivory smootch calfskin featuring gold-tone hardware. Lined in dark brown canvas.Has been carried and is in excellent condition. ...
Louis Vuitton Ivory Suhali Leather Le Somptueux Compact Portefeuille Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 5.31 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 13.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 10 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.37 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 3.5 cm(appro...
Louis Vuitton Favori Suhali Leather Wallet Portefeuille Le Fabuleux Cream 860548
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.67 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 19.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.74 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 9.5 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 0.98 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 2.5 cm(appr...
KOTUR cream black scaled leather gold zip charm pouch clutch bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KOTUR cream black scaled leather gold zip charm pouch clutch bag Reference: PRCG/A00080 Brand: Kotur Material: Leather Color: Beige Pattern: Animal Print Closure: Zip Lining: Black F...
Louis Vuitton Cream Suhali Leather International Trifold Sarah Wallet M91839
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: TH0024 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1" Height: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and ...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Leather Wallet in Ivory
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
A timeless Bottega Veneta essential crafted in the house’s iconic Intrecciato-woven calfskin leather. Finished in an elegant ivory tone with gold-tone hardware, this continental wall...
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
New Gucci 2016 Beige Python Bamboo Bag With Tags
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
New With Tags $3250 Gucci Resort 2016 Stunning Beige & Brown Python Adjustable Shoulder Strap Magnetic Closure Silver Hardware Bamboo, Python Dual Interior Compartments Leathe...
BOTTEGA VENETA pale sand beige leather PADDED LEATHER BIFOLD Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta Padded BiFold Clutch in light sand lambskin with elastic leather strap wrap-around fastening, fold-over top, main compart...
Gucci Ivory Leather Clutch Bag circa 1980s
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Gucci Ivory Leather Clutch Bag from the circa 1980s exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated style. Crafted from ivory leather, it features a sleek, minimalist design that emb...
$3,115
H 4.73 in D 1.19 in L 8.67 in
Ivory and beige small bag with animal pattern Christian Dior 2009
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory and beige small leather bag with animal pattern. One flat pocket inside. Snap closure under the flap. Numbered: 94-MA-1009 (10/2009) SIZE : 22cm X 12cm X 3cm Chain lenght ( ...
