1. Prada’s Origin
The brand was established in 1913 by Mario Prada, the grandfather of Miuccia. He opened the first store in the renowned Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, where he sold high-end bags, trunks, and travel accessories.
2. Become the Trusted Supplier of the Italian Royals
In 1919, the brand was granted the title of Official Supplier to the Italian Royal House. This honor enables the brand to feature the House of Savoy’s coat of arms and knotted rope design in its logo, solidifying its status as a standard for Italian aristocracy and the upper-middle class.
3. From Exclusion to Empowerment
Mario was originally opposed to having women in his business. Nevertheless, it was his granddaughter Miuccia who ultimately turned Prada into the strong empire we know today.
4. The Beginning of Miuccia’s Empire
When Miuccia assumed control of her grandfather’s company in 1978, her initial triumph came with the iconic black nylon backpack. This handbag became so popular that the Wall Street Journal named her one of the 30 most powerful women in Europe during the 1980s.
5. From Partners to Parents
Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli were business partners for many years before they decided to marry. Since their marriage, they have remained together and have one child, Lorenzo Bertelli, who has chosen a different career path as a rally driver instead of following in his parents’ footsteps.
6. Prada Introduced Their Smartphone Before Apple
Who remembers the LG Prada Phone? Released in 2007, it was the first phone to feature a fully touchscreen interface—six months ahead of the iPhone!
7. A Fun Twist on Office Design
Miuccia has a real slide in her office. While others use the stairs or an elevator, she opts for her three-story slide.
8. A Playful Extension of Prada
Miu Miu was established in 1993 and is named after Miuccia. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Prada, it is based in Paris, France. The brand embodies Miuccia’s personal style and is recognized as the younger, more carefree counterpart to Prada.
9. Prada collaborating with Cinema
The brand collaborates with numerous artists and filmmakers, including a partnership between Miuccia and designer Catherine Martin for the film The Great Gatsby, featuring the charismatic Leonardo DiCaprio. Prada designed all the stunning outfits showcased at the extravagant parties in Gatsby’s mansion.
10. Prada and Axiom Space Unveil NASA’s Spacesuit
Prada and Axiom Space introduced NASA’s latest spacesuit for the Artemis lunar mission at the 75th International Astronautical Congress in Milan. This partnership combines the company’s design expertise to create a suit that protects astronauts and aids in the exploration of the lunar south pole.
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