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.
Hermès Black Collier De Chien Leather & Palladium Hardware Cuff Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermès Black Collier De Chien Leather & Palladium Hardware Cuff Bracelet, circa 2006, is a striking piece that exemplifies luxury and craftsmanship. Crafted from smooth calfskin ...
Christian Dior Black Lucite with Swarovski Crystal Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR gorgeous black lucite cuff bracelet embellished with clear, "black diamond" and jet SWAROVSKI crystals. Metal D (DIOR) on both ends of the cuff. Indicative measureme...
HERMES Collier de Chien glossy scaled leather palladium studded cuff bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Collier de Chien CDC black glossy scaled leather palladium studded cuff bracelet Reference: TGAS/F01044 Brand: Hermes Model: Collier de Chien Material: Leather Color: Black, S...
Hans D. Krieger Black Rubber Bracelet ( Hermes Style) with 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Hans D. Krieger black rubber bracelet with 18k white gold, diamond encrusted belt buckle clasp. There is total of 3.24ct. of colorless round brilliant cut diamonds. Length: 7.1 inche...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Heidi Daus Ecru Enamel Swarovski Crystals Cuff Bracelet
By Heidi Daus
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Double Hinged Ecru Enamel Cuff Bracelet. Hand set with Crystals in an ornate design; over embossed Leather. Measuring approx. 1.63” wide x 6.5” inside Circumference...
Crystal, Enamel
LANVIN calfskin leather crystal embellished panelled statement waist belt S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black calfskin leather crystal embellished panelled statement waist belt S Reference: LNKO/A02580 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Leather Color: Black, Clear Pat...
Black Wool Calfskin Leather Collier de Chien Bracelet J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Black Wool and Italian Leather Collier de Chien Gold Plated Bracelet Designer: J Dauphin — Italy Archive The “Collier de Chien” Leather and Wool Bracelet is a structural sta...
Gold Plate, Brass
HERMES Kelly Double Tour black PHW leather wrap turnlock bracelet M
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Kelly Double Tour black PHW leather wrap turnlock bracelet M Reference: VACN/A00070 Brand: Hermes Model: Kelly Double Tour bracelet Material: Leather, Metal Color: Black, Silv...
Hermès Fétiche Chaîne d'Ancre Leather Wrap Bracelet in Black Circa 2006
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermes Black leather bracelet featuring three large cutout chain links at center in the signature Chaîne d'Ancre motif, tapering to a slim strap with a gold-tone buckle closu...
Gianni Versace 1990s Vintage Black Leather Rhinestone Women's Belt
By Gianni Versace
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This very rare beautiful in new condition 90s Istante black belt by Gianni Versace with rhinestones is a luxurious and highly collectible piece from the iconic Italian fashion house'...
Miu Miu 2000s Vintage Women's High Waist Cotton Leather Geometric Belt
By Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
2000s miu miu cloth high waist belt, colourful geometric pattern, perfect for wearing with dresses or skirt, white leather, gold metalware, Made in Italy...
1990s Prada Gold Resin Plated Medallion Bangle Bracelet
By Prada
Located in London, GB
2000's PRADA brown resin bangle, gold plated metalware with hanging branded medallion Measurements: 8.5cm diameter Condition: 2000s, very good, some slight sign of wear, comes wit...
Gold
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Gold Tone Enamel Crystal Cusp Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Amazing cusp crystal enamel gold tone cusp ring from Christian Dior, Dior signature on the inside Inside Diameter MM Inches 16.71 ...
Crystal, Enamel, Gold
1980s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Cord Leather Tasseled Tie Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Leather and Cloth Plaited Brown tie belt This stylish tie belt is crafted from the highest quality leather and cloth, providing you with a timeless piece that you ...
1980s Moschino by Redwall Gold Letters Animal Leopard Print Belt
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
1990s Moschino by Redwall Belt, Gold lettering logo, leopard print, gold metal ware A timeless piece that offers a classic look updated with luxur...
Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Women's Vintage Black Leather Faux White Fur Mittens
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Faux Fur Yeti Mittens, exterior is a supple, heavily grained black leather, cut into a classic mitten silhouette with a stitched thumb gusset and clean topstit...
