With Prada and Miu Miu labels to her name, Miuccia Prada was recently voted one of Europe's most powerful women. But it didn't take the Wall Street Journal's endorsement for the rest of us to know she's one of the most powerful women in fashion. Below is a bit of information on the House of Prada, and all the shopping resources you can handle.
Established: 1913 in Milan, Italy by Mario Prada, grandfather of Miuccia.
Line Includes: Women's shoes and handbags, men's bags and shoes, fragrance, luggage, belts, sunglasses, skin care, and ready-to-wear apparel.
Average Prices: Handbags $500-$2,000 with some exceeding $10, 000 (US)
Shoes $300-$600 (US)
Shoes $300-$600 (US)
Prada Hallmarks: "Prada Milano" logo; finely-woven nylon bags; simple lines; solid, neutral colors
Celebrities in Prada: Kristen Davis, Cameron Diaz, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Avril Lavigne, Pope Benedict XVI, Madonna, Uma Thurman, etc.
Where the Deals Are - Discounts & Bargains: The following sites guarantee their products to be authentic.
You can find some great deals at these sites, but be certain to ask any questions about authenticity and return policies before ordering.
Yoox - Buy Direct
Forzieri - Buy Direct
StyleDrops - Vendor's Site
You can find some great deals at these sites, but be certain to ask any questions about authenticity and return policies before ordering.
Yoox - Buy Direct
Forzieri - Buy Direct
StyleDrops - Vendor's Site
