Prada Handbags : Exquisite Design

Prada handbags epitomize style and elegance in the designer handbag industry. Most people only dream of having a Prada handbag, as the designer label is not only known for its influential place in the fashion circles, but also for being among the most expensive. The House of Prada is a pioneer in simple, elegant, and high-fashion handbags for almost a century. The Italian company was originally founded in 1913 by Mario Prada and was called Fratelli Prada (Prada Brothers). Prada started by selling shoes, leather handbags, and trunks, and in a short time gained widespread recognition with success in Europe and the US. Prada concentrated on fine leather handbags, integrating new materials such as crystal, tortoise shell, and wood. Waterproof garments were also designed and sold in US markets.

With all the successes, the company however began to decline in the 1970s, but a new age in history was on the horizon for Prada. In 1978, Mario Prada's granddaughter, Miuccia Prada, took over the Prada company. Miuccia had an inborn ability to recognize good fashion. She became the leading force in Prada's appearance into the world of haute couture. She started with luxury tote bags and backpacks made from sleek black nylon material. Miuccia focused on design and the perfection of the new Prada look and image. It was her black nylon "Pocone" material handbag that became an overnight sensation in 1985. . This sleek and distinctive style of handbags became much sought after novelties for the fashion elite. Many other designer bags quickly followed, with orders being placed as soon as they became visible on the arms of supermodels on the catwalks of Milan runway shows.

Prada is a respectable name in fashion handbags and has become a worldwide empire. Prada has opened stores in almost every country in the western world and gets a lot of free advertising from the celebrities who carry Prada handbags. The Prada look has certainly diversified over the years, and Miuccia gets the credit for leading Prada in the right direction and maintaining the highest quality.

Prada handbags are at once elegant, graceful and cutting edge. As a result, they have become a status symbol and it is no surprise to fashion critics. All Prada handbags are unique and the distinctive designs inspire praises even from critics who call them works of art. Prada handbags are eye-catching addition to any wardrobe. Prada offers a diverse range of purses and handbags to suit all trend and fashion needs, from daywear to eveningwear. Prada handbags are designed in a wide range of colors and fabrics. From cute and sweet to classy and stylish, Prada presents a handbag for all tastes and styles. Prada black bucket handbag is a beautiful handbag made of soft grain leather with cross stitching on the leather handle. It has one open side pocket on each side, perfect for easy access to cell phone, sunglasses, or car keys. It also has a magnetic button closure, signature Prada black satin interior lining, and one internal zip pocket. Prada camel bucket handbag is an attractive handbag in a beautiful camel (light brown) color. It is made of soft grain leather with cross stitching on the leather handle, and has one open side pocket on each side. It has a magnetic button closure, signature Prada gold interior lining, and one internal zip pocket. Prada Nylon and Textured Leather Shoulder Bag has a magnetic buckle closure and an inside zip pocket with number tag. It contains a rich chocolate color signature Prada lining and matching color metal tag inside.

Prada has also presented its Fall-Winter 2006/07 collection. In this collection, some handbags have an adjustable shoulder belt with silver metal hardware. They have two front pockets with zip closure and Prada Logo on the back. Some handbags are with double handles and internal zip pocket. They have signature lining, locker, gold metal rings and the hardware. The Logo Jacquard Messenger bag has one handle with the magnetic snap closure. It has internal zip pocket and is made up of leather and fabric material. It has beige as the main color and dark brown as the secondary color. It has dimensions of 14.5 x 0.5 x 12.5 inches.