Prada has always stood out in the luxury fashion landscape, increasingly connecting with a younger consumer audience arguably thanks to the vision and foresight of Miuccia Prada nearly half a century ago. Today, Prada bags, clothing, and accessories are seen both on the runway and high street, blending elements of streetwear and luxury to appeal to a wider audience.
The prices on Prada bags vary depending primarily on materials, with their Saffiano leather bags retailing anywhere from £1,500 to £3,000. Nylon Prada bags, however, are often more affordable, retailing anywhere between £800 and £1,300. On StockX, the trading price of each Prada bag is a function of market forces, and prices can vary significantly depending on the silhouette and materials used.
Miuccia Prada, the head designer of the luxury house and youngest granddaughter of Mario Prada, arguably reinvented Prada with one material — nylon. In 1984, she introduced nylon by showcasing it on a Prada backpack that proved to be an instant success for the brand. The material symbolized a rebellious attitude towards luxury fashion, as Miuccia Prada emphasized a more humble design philosophy through a material that was largely excluded from luxury spaces and used in activewear and by more budget-friendly brands.
“Back then, I didn’t really like anything I saw,” Miuccia Prada said, as reported by Vogue. “It all just looked so old and bourgeois and boring. I just wanted to search for the absolute opposite of what was already out there.”
Prada bags have perfectly personified Miuccia Prada’s vision — creating silhouettes that utilize nylon, Prada’s high-quality Saffiano leather, buckles, straps, and other unique hardware that appeals to both the traditional luxury consumer and a younger, more streetwear-focused buyer.
To assist you in your search, we listed the dimensions of the most popular Prada bags on StockX and how much they currently cost.
Prada Re-Edition 2000 Re-Nylon Mini Bag
Retail price: £850
Dimensions: 6.7″H x 8.66″W x 2.36″D
Prada Re-Edition 2000 Terry Mini Bag
Retail price: £890
Dimensions:6.7″H x 8.6″W x 2.3″D
Prada Identity Logo-Plaque Shoulder Bag
Retail price: £1,700
Dimensions: 5.9″H x 7.9″W x 2.5″D
Prada adidas Re-Nylon Duffle Bag
Retail price: £1,500
Dimensions: 10.6″H x 19.7″W x 10.6″D
Prada adidas Re-Nylon Shoulder Bag
Retail price: £1,300
Dimensions: 7.5″H x 9.8″W x 2.8″D