They added a ready-to-wear line in and inaugurated the younger, slightly less expensive Miu Miu line in , followed by Prada Sport, whose iconic red line is almost as recognized in certain circles as Nike's swoosh symbol. A string of shops and boutiques in Paris, New York, and San Francisco, designed in collaboration with the architect Rem Koolhaas, became instantly famous.
Prada clothes and accessories have been described as both classic and eccentric, frumpy but hip, marked by an ambiguous techno-retro sensibility.
On the one hand, Prada's style is modern, drawing on northern Italian traditions of discreet elegance and fine craftsmanship. On the other hand, as Miuccia Prada said in , "I make ugly clothes from ugly material.
Simply bad taste. But they end up looking good anyway. Several years later she said, "I have always thought that Prada clothes looked kind of normal, but not quite normal. Maybe they have little twists that are disturbing, or something about them that's not quite acceptable.
The business continued to grow and gain attention. Prada expanded its network of directly-owned stores into markets all over the world. The stores were known for their clean aesthetic as well as the unique green hue the walls were painted. A womenswear line was introduced in the late 80s. The designs were distinct due to their dropped waistlines and narrow belts.
The history of Prada turned as they became one of the most coveted brands in the fashion world by the early s. Miuccia and Bertelli married in , and the duo is still at the helm of the Prada family business. The heart of the business is still the Prada brand.
The classic Prada Linea Rossa was relaunched in to wide acclaim. Prada is most definitely here to stay. Before you head to the world-famous Wimbledon tennis tournaments, check out these luxury hotels in Wimbledon. Experience world-class fine dining and give back to the community when you attend the Meadowood Christmas Dinner Series. The Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition In New York covers everything from historic watches to one of a kind pieces created specifically for the show.
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