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 gems simply seem tacked on. The whole effect is cheap and a little tawdry, especially considering Prada has opted for nylon rather than real leather.
I wouldn’t mind the fabric choice so much if we weren’t still paying leather prices. Prada has a hide to charge $1450 for this substandard bag. Amazon has discounted it by more than half, but even that seems a little hefty for this fairly average purse.
The only thing I really love is the chain strap. Practicality aside, it’s a gorgeous looking thing. Using differently shaped and sized links make this chain more eye-catching and modern than most. It probably won’t be any kinder on the shoulders than the average chain, but at least we can detach it for comfort as the night wears on.
The shoulder strap’s impressive, but the rest of this Prada purse isn’t. Something tells me only the brand’s most dedicated fans will fall for the Tessuto Pietre.
More Features of this Prada Jeweled Handbag
- Zip top closure
- Inner zip pocket
- A single 23-inch gold chain with a 6.5 inch drop
- Measures 12 x 6.5 x 3.5 inches
- Made in Italy
