Prada Crystal Embellished Sunglasses
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Period:
- Material Notes:Composition - Acetate
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Composition - Very Good.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:
Prada
The House of Savoy coat of arms and knotted rope on Prada’s seal herald that the iconic Italian luxury fashion house was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household in 1919. Started in 1913 by Mario Prada, the brand’s original shop in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II still has the mahogany shelves that displayed its early wares such as travel items and handbags. Today, these fine leather goods are joined by the clothing, wallets and other various accessories that keep the brand on the cutting edge of fashion.
When Mario Prada’s granddaughter, Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), inherited the business from her mother in the late 1970s, Prada was recognized for its quality craftsmanship, yet it was still a modest-sized company. Miuccia, an enthusiast of unconventional Italian filmmakers who’d earned a Ph.D. in political science, introduced the concept of using pocone — a military-grade water-resistant nylon that feels like silk.
Nylon revolutionized the fashion house’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984. Soon the durable, water-resistant material was incorporated into Prada’s ready-to-wear collections for both men and women. No one had previously considered nylon a part of luxury fashion, and it wasn’t long before the family-owned company best known for its luggage was leading modern style that emphasized function as much as form.
Characterized by clean lines and a refined elegance that signaled the new direction of the legacy brand, Miuccia Prada debuted her first ready-to-wear collection for women in Fall/Winter 1988. More inventive fashion would follow in the ensuing years, such as the 1993 launch of the more affordable, more playful Miu Miu line, which was aimed at a younger audience, and the introduction of Prada Sport in 1997 — a collection now widely seen as prescient for its embrace of athleisure.
Prada has regularly gone against the grain to elevate styles that have long been out of fashion. In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals. Fanny packs followed three years later, and elaborate lace in 2008. Each season continues to bring new eye-catching innovations for the historic brand, including enhanced attention to sustainability with Prada Re-Nylon, a new line of bags created from recycled ocean plastic.
Today, find a wide variety of vintage Prada evening dresses, bags and other items on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: London, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- Shamballa Jewels Lotus SunglassesLocated in London, GBShamballa Jewells Lotus Sunglass Bronze, black in colour, titanium frames, handmade in Japan. Embellished at front and sides with signature Shamballa logo bead in gold and brown lea...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Cartier Lady Trinity SunglassesBy CartierLocated in London, GBCartier Lady Trinity Sunglasses Brown tortoiseshell frames sunglasses designed with polarised tinted lenses. Featuring gold metal arms detailed with...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Gucci Crystal Cat-Eye SunglassesBy GucciLocated in London, GBGucci Crystal Cat-Eye Sunglasses Black framed sunglasses embellished with crystal trim. Designed with grey tinted lenses and 'Gucci' lettering at the temple. Size – One Size Conditio...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Chanel Shield Mirorred Sunglasses With Chain & 'CC' Logo ArmsBy ChanelLocated in London, GBChanel Shield Mirorred Sunglasses With Chain & 'CC' Logo Arms Gold, mask shaped sunglasses designed with wrap around shield lenses and detailed ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Tom Ford Aviator SunglassesBy Tom FordLocated in London, GBTom Ford Aviator Sunglasses Brown metal framed 'Colette' sunglasses designed with thin arms and gold/brown lenses. Size – One Size Condition – Good...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Chanel 'CC' Logo SunglassesBy ChanelLocated in London, GBChanel 'CC' Logo Sunglasses Black and white sunglasses designed in hexagon shape with black lenses. Featuring thick rims and detailed with white 'CC' logo at the hinge. Size – One...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses
- Optical Affairs - Series KL2 - brown lizard skin sunglasses - 1987By Optical AffairsLocated in Miami Beach, FLOptical Affairs Series KL2. This one-of-a-kind collector’s item has genuine brown lizard skin wrapping the entire frame with precision and true craftsmanship. A luxurious take on Opt...Category
1980s French Sunglasses
- Cazal 1980s 951 Gold Tone SunglassesBy CazalLocated in Scottsdale, AZIntroducing the Cazal 1980s 951 Gold Tone Sunglasses, an iconic and statement-making accessory that exudes luxury and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the...Category
1980s Sunglasses
- Urbani Venice Purple Laser Cut SunglassesLocated in Scottsdale, AZIntroducing the Urbani Venice Purple Laser Cut Sunglasses, a stunning pair of statement sunglasses that exude vintage charm and contemporary flair. Crafted in the 1980s, these sungla...Category
1990s Italian Sunglasses
- Prada Polished Gold SPR 54T Finish Frame Aviators Unisex SunglassesBy PradaLocated in Downey, CAPrada Polished Gold SPR 54T Finish Frame Aviators Unisex Sunglasses These chic Prada sunglasses have a thin Polish Gold finish with Black ear sleeves and...Category
2010s Italian Sunglasses
- Black Grey Gradient Mesh Square Acetate 68-BL-GRG SunglassesLocated in Downey, CABlack Grey Gradient Mesh Square Acetate 68-BL-GRG Sunglasses Look better than ever with these fashionable black AM Eyewear sunglasses! Lenses ensure 100% U...Category
2010s Sunglasses
- Casanova Vintage 24K Gold Plated Mint Unisex Sunglasses CN 21 52mmBy CasanovaLocated in Rome, RomeGlamorous Casanova sunglasses from mid-80s - Rare, extravagant & sumptuous (24Kt gold-plated) - A true rarity and highlight for every collector - Green lenses - Style & Mod.: CN 21 -...Category
1980s Italian Sunglasses