The History of Prada Designer Handbags

By Luke Graham

Prada handbags are carriable masterpieces and these bags always deliver a fashion statement with a touch of class. Many also think they are, and have been for many years, the best handbag around.

Prada was established in 1913 by Mario Prada in Italy. The company Fratelli Prada, Italian for Prada Brothers, started designing and creating their range of leather handbags and goods from two boutiques in Milan many years before Prada became a well known fashion brand. This soon changed however as the company evolved and captured the imagination of people in Europe and America.

After Mario, who believed against women interacting with business, passed away, his son had no interest in the company, so it was inherited by his daughter-in-law where it was maintained for nearly 20 years. In 1978 her own daughter, Miuccia Prada took over the company. Miuccia, Mario's granddaughter, at the time had a PhD in political science, although no other qualifications a top designer may expect. However, The label had been struggling financially for several years due to competition from other designers like Gucci. Miuccia did have some experience in making bags, as she made backpacks from black nylon for a few years prior to taking over.

She had previously met Patrizio Bertelli who joined her, greatly advising on decisions within the Prada company. As she went about changing the label into what it is today, she went on to release the classic Prada handbag which was made from simple black nylon, and in 1985 it became an overnight success.

Prada then followed up on this with its pret-a-porter collection - elegant, simple pieces featuring clean lines, luxurious fabrics, and simple colors. The fashion world took notice, and Prada's popularity carried on rocketing up.

Within 2 years, Miuccia won two fashion awards awards, in 1993 she received an international reward from the Council of Fashion Designers of America, and then in 1995 she also won the "Designer of the Year" Award. Since then, Prada has gone on to open boutiques in dozens of cities and countries worldwide. Miuccia is attributed to using many new fabrics and accessories on making fashion accessories in the entire Prada ranges. A typical Prada handbag is usually made of materials like deerskin, leather, calfskin and fox fur trim whereas the strap hooks, buckles and clasps are generally made of silver or gold.

Prada designer handbags come in wide range of signature colors such as champagne, camel, black, natural canvas, pewter and, of course, white, but also on occasion more vibrant brighter colors.

Nowadays, Prada handbags are incredibly practical and usually come with an assortment of extra features that help you carry your cosmetics and other things with ease. These features include inner pockets with zips (to stop things falling about), magnetic snap bag closing fasteners and key rings. Of course, lets not forget that the number one feature on the bag is always going to be the Prada logo plate, proudly displayed on the bag to let the world know that you are indeed carrying a genuine Prada designer handbag.

The author is an expert on designer handbags and designer brands. For more information about how to buy cheap designer handbags, visit the website http://www.discount-designerhandbags.com

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10 Prada Handbags under $300

Prada Handbag BR3854 Green Prada makes perfection a way of life with unmistakably superior accessories. *Color: Green *Signature woven nylon with leather trim handles and finished goldtone hardware *Signature insignia plate at center front *Four goldtone feet at base *Two open compartments and one top zip compartments at middle *Logo jacquard lining with interior zip pockets *Measures approximately 12'' at widest x 10.75" tall x 5'' deep *Made in Italy Prada Handbag BR3854 Green	Prada Handbag BR3799 Pink "Prada makes another marvelous bag with meticulously quilted nylon and wonderfully chic hardware! *Color: Hot Pink *Chevron quilted, creased nylon with goldtone hardware *Top zip closure *Patent leather shoulder strap *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Measures approximately 14.5'' wide x 11" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BR3799 Pink
Prada Handbag BN1601 Coral Signature nylon and precious bow detail combine to make this Prada creation a beautiful way to display your genuine taste. *Color: Coral *Signature woven nylon with leather trim handle and finished goldtone hardware *Signature logo lettering with large bow detail at front *Hidden magnetic closure *Logo jacquard lining with interior two zip pockets *Measures approximately 11'' at widest x 8.5" tall x 5.75'' deep *Made in Italy	Prada Handbag BR3799 Coral "Prada makes another marvelous bag with meticulously quilted nylon and wonderfully chic hardware! *Color: Coral *Chevron quilted, creased nylon with goldtone hardware *Top zip closure *Patent leather shoulder strap *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Measures approximately 14.5'' wide x 11" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BR3799 Coral
Prada Handbag BR3799 Turquoise "Prada makes another marvelous bag with meticulously quilted nylon and wonderfully chic hardware! *Color: Turquoise *Chevron quilted, creased nylon with goldtone hardware *Top zip closure *Patent leather shoulder strap *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Measures approximately 14.5'' wide x 11" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BR3799 Turquoise	Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Black "With its quilted patent exterior, it is easy to see why this Italian fashion house has been the go-to designer for must-have accessories. *Color: Black *Chevron quilted nylon with polished goldtone hardware *Signature logo lettering at side front *Zip top closure with optional combination lock *Double handles with removable adjustable shoulder strap *Removable ID tag *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Four logo engraved metal feet at base *Measures approximately 11.5'' wide x 8" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Black
Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Coral "With its quilted patent exterior, it is easy to see why this Italian fashion house has been the go-to designer for must-have accessories. *Color: Coral *Chevron quilted nylon with polished goldtone hardware *Signature logo lettering at side front *Zip top closure with optional combination lock *Double handles with removable adjustable shoulder strap *Removable ID tag *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Four logo engraved metal feet at base *Measures approximately 11.5'' wide x 8" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Coral	Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Turquoise "With its quilted patent exterior, it is easy to see why this Italian fashion house has been the go-to designer for must-have accessories. *Color: Turquoise *Chevron quilted nylon with polished goldtone hardware *Signature logo lettering at side front *Zip top closure with optional combination lock *Double handles with removable adjustable shoulder strap *Removable ID tag *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Four logo engraved metal feet at base *Measures approximately 11.5'' wide x 8" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Turquoise
Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Green "With its quilted patent exterior, it is easy to see why this Italian fashion house has been the go-to designer for must-have accessories. *Color: Green *Chevron quilted nylon with polished goldtone hardware *Signature logo lettering at side front *Zip top closure with optional combination lock *Double handles with removable adjustable shoulder strap *Removable ID tag *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Four logo engraved metal feet at base *Measures approximately 11.5'' wide x 8" tall x 5" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy" Prada Handbag BL0402 Chevron Quilted Green	Prada Handbag BL0374 Tessuto Green Prada makes perfection a way of life with unmistakably superior accessories. *Color: Forest Green *Signature woven nylon with leather trim and polished goldtone hardware *Signature insignia plate at front *Two way zip closure *Double leather handles with removable adjustable strap *Logo jacquard lining with zip pocket *Four goldtone feet at base *Measures approximately 15.5'' wide x 9" tall x 7" deep *Certificate of authenticity included *Made in Italy Prada Handbag BL0374 Tessuto Green