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Prada has brought back some of its most beloved handbag styles to celebrate its upcoming art exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.

We might not all be able to see the Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations display, but we can indulge in the ...

Prada's created a clutch for the girliest of girly girls with this Raso Stones purse.

I usually embrace feminine accessories, but this one is too much even for me. It all started with that saturated fuchsia satin. The hue is really lurid, and likely to turn ...

Prada's passed over more exotic settings and shot its new spring 2012 advertising campaign at a humble gas station.

Photographer Steven Meisel makes even this ordinary location look glamorous, with a little help from a mob of models. Meghan Collison, Natasha Poly, Ymre Stiekema, Elise ...

The continued popularity of the Prada and Miu Miu labels has helped Prada Spa enjoy a 75% increase in sales for the year's third quarter. The company posted a net profit of €93.6 million, or roughly $125 million US, which is significantly more than the €89.9 million ...

Prada has put its clutch purses front and center for its new Resort advertising campaign. French actress Lea Seydoux carries more purses than anyone would need on an evening out in the latest campaign.

It seems Prada is pretty enamored with the actress at the moment. ...

Prada serves up the classic design that it does best with this Saffiano Lux tote.

This is a very traditional tote, but it's Prada's attention to detail that makes it something special. Its leather is of the highest quality, and its craftsmanship is first rate. I ...

Strong sales in Asia and the opening of several new stores have seen Italian fashion house Prada S.p.A post a 74% increase in its half-year profits.

It's been a stellar year for Prada so far. The company posted a net income of $245 million for the first ...

Prada is the latest fashion house to get artistic when advertising its new season collection. The Italian label has released this video to promote its fall fashion range.

It's called Real Fantasies, a name which is only somewhat appropriate. There's certainly a fantastical element to the video, but it's not like any of ...

Prada has answered the prayers of animal lovers with the release of a range of faux fur handbags for fall.

There are three bags in all: the pint sized Eco Pellicia Faux Fur Wristlet and the large Prada Mohair Faux Fur Garden Tote and Prada ...

It seems Prada's designers were having an identity crisis when they created this doctor bag, as it doesn't seem like it knows exactly what it wants to be.

Clear PVC is one of those el cheapo materials that should only be reserved for very specific accessories. ...

Prada goes back to the fashion vault for this retro Rete clutch.

It takes a brave designer to use a material like macramé. While it was all the rage in the early 70s, it hasn't really been popular since. The knotted material could so easily have appeared like ...

Prada is the latest luxury label to offer a personalized monogram service. From January 15, customers can have their Prada purses customized with big varsity-style letters.

The brightly colored lettering doesn't look very high class, but it is high quality. Each initial is made from Prada's iconic ...

Prada has made its classic tote a little more desirable with the release of the Initials Tote, and some of our favorite celebs have been quick to get in on the act. Renee Zellweger and Kate Winslet have both been spotted carrying their own monogrammed versions ...

Prada is going global with the release of a new "Made in …" capsule collection which celebrates luxury around the world.

The range was inspired by the international travels of Mario Prada, the grandfather of current Prada creative director Miuccia Prada. As he navigated the globe in ...

Prada keeps it simple with this elegant black leather crystal kisslock clutch.

There's a fine line between boring and simply chic, and sadly I think Prada has come down on the wrong side of things. The large faceted crystals on the kisslock clasp do their best ...

Laser-cutting and mesh still seems to be quite high up the fashion designer's wish list for A/W 2010. The technique is expensive and effective, creating visually beautiful pieces that tend to come with accompanying very high prices.

The Prada Saffiano tote is no exception. In fact, it may well ...

Prada made us swoon with its ruched Gaufre handbags in 2006, but it seems the lush textured handbags disappeared almost as quickly as they arrived. If you didn't get your hands on one of these It bags last time, or you simply want to update your accessories, you're in ...

Prada will open its virtual doors to American customers with the launch of its US online store today.

The interactive website has a clean, user-friendly design which is sure to appeal to online shopping novices and seasoned e-customers. Sadly for now we can't buy Prada's apparel, but the eye wear and ...

It seems more and more people are going green these days, shunning plastic grocery bags for reusable totes. Now one of our favorite luxury labels, Prada, is getting in on the act.

The Prada B.Y.O bags are generously sized and lightweight at just five ounces each. However as is the case ...

Prada has released an oriental inspired limited edition handbag collection to celebrate the opening of Shanghai World Expo.

But should Miuccia Prada have bothered? Honestly, these bags featuring the Shanghai skyline and a springtime scene seem more than a little uninspired. Apparently the designer was motivated to create a range ...

Prada is revered as one of the ultimate fashion houses, but even such as esteemed brand can make a misstep. Honestly, with the Tessuto Pietre I'm not even sure Prada was trying.

The shape is basic, inoffensive and a little boring. The jewels seem designed to jazz things up, but these glittering ...

While many designer labels clamor for the talent of supermodels Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and even pop stars like Lily Allen and Madonna, Prada prefers to cast fresh faces in its advertising. The brand's spring 2010 campaign is no exception, with Lithuanian beauty Rasa Zukauskaite taking center ...

It's done fashion, architecture, art, and cinema. Now European design giant Prada will turn its hand to the printed page.

The stylish handbag brand is set to release retrospective coffee table book looking back at its 30 years of design innovation. Simply titled Prada (what else?), this is no light read ...

Prada try again for extreme luxury with their signature tote in a delicate and softly luxurious nappa calf leather.

Spacious and slouchy and undeniably heavenly looking, this is a plain black tote that should hopefully last you forever. The true "investment" bag, black is always in fashion and the shape is always useful, ...

Prada's latest pop-up store is a tribute to the revered Italian art critic and writer Apollinaire. As he developed his career in France, it's only fitting that the temporary boutique is in Paris' Place Beauvau.

Apollinaire is famous for collaborations with the likes of Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. He was fascinated ...

Prada's lookbooks are something to behold. Fans anxiously await their release each season because of the creativity involved in the design. It takes each of the label's collections and skyrockets them to a whole new level.

I don't think anyone could look at their current issue and not at least by slightly compelled ...

In contrast to Prada's shimmery, neutral-toned spring/summer ads, the label's fall/winter campaign takes a turn down a much more dramatic path.

Their new "black water" ads for this upcoming season are full of dark colors, looks, and ambiance. Evidently the campaign is meant to evoke the weather of the fall and winter seasons, ...

The financial crisis seems to have touched everyone, from Miss Joanne Average on the street to our favorite fashion houses. Prada is the latest luxury label to feel the strain of the current economic climate, with The Financial Times reporting the brand has asked banks to ease the ...

The name Prada usually renders mental images of high-end designs, fashionable runways, and maybe even Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestley in The Devil Wears Prada. For me, however, Prada always equals well-made, chic handbags.

That's exactly how I'd describe this Prada Cervo Antik Bowler bag. Because of the brand name, you know undoubtedly that you'll ...

Ah, Prada. It is a brand name that inspires lust and dreamy sighs in nearly all budding fashionistas. Without fail, its designs are crisp, clean and classic; simple enough to last not only for seasons, but for generations.

This large leather tote is no exception. They had no need to overdress the sumptuous leather and simple ...

Despite reports that the luxury industry will continue to see some disheartening bottom lines this year, some fashion companies are pushing forward with their supremely expensive marketing ploys ... I mean, community art projects.

Not to be outdone by other brands, Prada has dropped mega-bucks, $10 million to be exact, to raise a temporary ...

The fashion weeks are in full rage and have gone from one side of the world to the other without stopping for a breath. Milan's runways are currently crowded with the newest fall fashions from bigwigs like Versace, Fendi, and, of course, Prada.

Prada's fall 2009 handbag designs are a rush ...

Planning to be in London on Monday? If so, then head on over to Catwalk Queen for the last few days to enter their contest for two tickets to the UK premiere of Sophie Kinsella's novel-turned-movie Confessions of a Shopaholic.

You'll get to walk the red carpet with Isla Fisher and Hugh Dancy. ...

Sometimes you just want a classic handbag without all those extra bells 'n whistles. Something simple, sophisticated and well made is all you need. You're not looking to be at the forefront of the latest fashion craze, but instead you want to attract attention with your killer sense of style.

If you ...

When high-end designers are being discussed, it is inevitable that the name Prada will be brought up. This designer powerhouse has been churning out the latest fashions for decades and won't be slowing down any time soon. A Prada handbag is synonymous with luxury and status, and a woman who owns ...

Prada has a new look for its spring/summer 2009 campaign. Colors are out, passed over for the sophisticated look of neutrals.

The Italian fashion houses handbags, shoes, and outfits are shown off by a collection of beautiful blond mannequins. Playing the role of the clothes horses we see ...

The Boston may be one of Gucci's signature shapes, but rival design house Prada has shown they can do it just as well with this luxuriously large bag. The Vela Boston is perfect for travelers, or any girls looking for plenty of storage space.

The Vela is made of tessuto, Prada’s original nylon ...

Embroidered bags always have the potential to look like something your Nanna whipped up. But leave it to esteemed fashion house Prada to get it right with their Car Shoe satchel. Honestly I'm not sure what this handbag has to do with cars or shoes, but when a bag looks this good I'm willing ...

For a designer bag that screams femininity without being over the top I can't go past this beautiful Prada Knot Bag.

The standout feature is that luscious knot which gathers the opulent leather in soft feminine folds. Modern girls will also love that dusky blush pink which is so pretty without being babyish.

This bag ...

These luxurious Prada Fairies Bags been spotted on the arms of fashion pioneers like Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sienna Miller, and Tilda Swinton. But you don't need to live in Hollywood to enjoy the magic of these pretty purses.

The Fairies series was created in collaboration with artist James Jean, and the results are stunning. The ...

With its casual cool design and spacious interior, the Prada Cervo Pleat purse is the bag of choice for girls on the go.

These unique handbags are made from lush deer leather which falls in soft pleats. This subtle effect gives the Cervo a casually cool charm. This bag's basic black exterior is complemented by ...

This Prada Inspired Gauffre Nappa Tote bag is unbelievably sexy. It comes in a variety of colors such as Red, Yellow, Black, Tan Brown and Dark Brown so there is a color out there to suit everyone.

It is unusual as it is made from PVC rather than leather giving it a ...

This is a super sexy, original looking bag for the girl who likes to make a statement. It is made of nylon and has a gorgeous unusual ruched look giving this purse an ultra modern style.

It is available in a number of colors including red, black and tan and comes ...