Prada makes some of the world’s most luxurious handbags. The iconic Italian fashion house’s vintage purses, crossbody bags, shoulder bags and other bags are part of a storied history that reaches back to 1913, when it was founded by Mario Prada.
In 1919, Prada was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household. During the years that followed, the company expanded internationally and, to this day, continues to innovate in the luxury fashion space.
Prada is famous for its Saffiano leather, which is heat-treated for high durability and quality. Elegant and modern, Prada bags are made of leather or nylon. From clutches to tote bags, Prada’s designs tend to be sleek and timeless. The Re-edition Nylon Mini has been a favorite among celebrities, but the Galleria, which is known for its clean lines and sturdy construction, the Cahier and the Nylon tote are also popular designs. Nylon revolutionized the brand’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984.
Because of the craftsmanship involved in creating Prada bags, they carry a luxury price tag whether they’re vintage, pre-owned or brand-new. And as coveted objects that make bold statements to the outside world, vintage designer handbags generally have appreciated in value more in recent years than houses or cars have. A vintage Prada bag may be a great investment — if it’s the real deal. When you’re trying to tell if a Prada bag is real, perhaps the most obvious tell is a price that’s too good to be true. But not all fake Prada bags are sold at low prices, and it’s not always easy to discern real from counterfeit without a close inspection.
Some inauthentic Prada bags are more obvious than others, rife with telltale signs like poor-quality stitching, tarnished hardware and even misspellings of Prada. A fake may be so evident that you don’t even have to pop it open to know it’s not genuine.
A genuine Prada bag has the inverted triangle logo. The plaque containing the logo on a real bag is the same color as the bag itself, so watch out for even tiny differences in hue. The plaque should be perfectly straight and securely attached — if it’s crooked, it’s a fake. (Read more about how to spot a fake Prada bag here.)
Find a wide variety of vintage Prada handbags, top handle bags, travel bags and other items on 1stDibs.
PRADA black CROCODILE MINIMALISTIC Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Prada Crocodile Square Shoulder Bag is a striking example of timeless luxury and craftsmanship. Crafted from black crocodile leather, it features a structured squ...
Prada Resort 2004 Antique Brocade Chain Handle Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Incredible, ultra rare Prada brocade bag from the Resort 2004 ‘Victorian Edge’ collection. In barely used, truly excellent vintage condition with authenticity card, tag card and dust...
PRADA black MATTE CROCODILE DOCTORS Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada doctor’s bag in black matte crocodile. Crafted in a structured, architectural silhouette, this refined piece highlights the rich texture and natural scale patter...
PRADA cognac brown MATTE CROCODILE Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada clutch in cognac brown crocodile. Crafted in a sleek, elongated silhouette with a refined, softly structured feel, this elegant piece highlights the rich depth o...
PRADA metallic gold GAUFRE SMALL PYTHON Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Small satchel in metallic gold gathered snakeskin, crafted in a softly structured, voluminous silhouette that showcases the house’s signature ruched construction...
PRADA Bruciato brown leather 2010 STUDDED SHEARLING LINED Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada shoulder bag in Bruciato brown distressed leather, exquisitely trimmed in rich dark brown shearling and finished with silver rivets along the base for a subtle u...
PRADA black CRYSTAL SATIN MINI BUCKET Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada mini bucket bag in black satin fully encrusted in black rhinestones, designed in a compact, softly structured silhouette that radiates refined evening glamour. T...
PRADA black CORD TRIM CROCODILE FRAME Evening Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada evening bag in black shiny crocodile. Crafted in an elegant, softly structured silhouette, this refined piece showcases the luminous high-gloss finish and natura...
PRADA orange CROCODILE FRAME Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada frame clutch in bright orange shiny crocodile. Crafted in a structured, softly rounded silhouette, this statement piece highlights the luminous high-gloss finish...
PRADA black nylon CHEVRON MATELASSE MINI FRAME Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada mini evening bag in black quilted nylon. Designed in a softly rounded, feminine silhouette, this refined piece features intricate allover quilting that creates r...
Prada 2010s Red Crocodile Leather Bauletto Bag with Gold Hardware
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Red crocodile leather exterior with natural scale texture Gold-tone hardware Double rolled top handles Zip closure at top Leather-lined interior with zip pocket Includes clochette, l...
Prada Galleria Medium Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Orange crocodile leather exterior Gold-tone hardware Double-rolled top handles Detachable and adjustable crocodile leather shoulder strap Zip closure at top Leather-lined interior wi...
PRADA black nylon POCHETTE Shoulder Bag 1NH545
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada pochette bag in black nylon, crafted in a sleek, minimalist silhouette that reflects the house’s iconic utilitarian elegance. This ...
PRADA Vitello Daino metal logo black pebbled calfskin travel weekender tote bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Vitello Daino metal logo black pebbled calfskin travel weekender tote bag Reference: SYHD/A00076 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Vitello Daino Duffle Weekender Mate...
PRADA red CROCODILE LONG FLAP Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada flap clutch in red shiny crocodile, crafted in a sleek, elongated silhouette that highlights the exquisite scale and natural luster of the exotic skin. This refi...
Vintage 1990s Prada Antic Passamane Brown Goat Leather Top Handle Bag
By Prada
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
A 1990s Prada Antic Passamane top handle bag in brown goat leather. Passamane cord embroidery covers the front flap, with scroll and medallion motifs. - Round gold-tone PRADA-stampe...
Miuccia Prada Vintage Spring/Summer 2007 Emerald Suede Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, BE
An exceptional and rare runway piece from Prada’s Spring/Summer 2007 collection, this statement shoulder bag embodies the house’s bold exploration of texture, movement, and artisanal...
2000s Prada Brown Fabric Brown Leather Trim Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Arnhem, NL
This stylish Prada shoulder bag can be carried as top handle bag as well. It is made of corda colored canvas with a textured brandy colored leather trim and gold tone hardware. The t...
PRADA black FLORAL SEQUIN Evening Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada evening bag in black sequins, exquisitely embellished with intricate floral beaded appliqués that create a refined, luminous texture across its elegant silhouett...
PRADA ivory leather DEERKSIN Hobo Bag Vietello Daino
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada hobo bag in cream Vitello Daino deerskin leather with a brown shoulder-strap featuring gold-tone hardware and logo lettering. Opens with a zipper a zipper on top...
PRADA spring 1999 Charcoal grey Wool Bum Bag - Rare Runway Waist Bag
By Prada
Located in Sheffield, GB
PRADA spring 1999 Charcoal grey Wool Bum Bag - Rare Runway Waist Bag Crafted from Charcoal Grey Wool featuring leather / Chrome hardware and jacquard satin lining in both compartment...
Prada Black Nylon Tessuto Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada Black nylon Tessuto tote bag featuring leather cable handles, gold-tone hardware, detachable leather handle (36.2 in. (92cm) length), top zip opening, inside logo lining compar...
PRADA black & burgundy leather 2010 KNITTED FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada flap shoulder bag in burgundy and black knitted lambskin nappa leather, crafted in a softly structured, textured silhouette that highlights the house’s intricate...
New Prada Orange Python Signature Clutch Fall 2011 Runway Collection $2550
By Prada
Located in Conroe, TX
Prada Orange Python Signature Clutch – Fall 2011 Runway Collection Brand New with Dust bag, lock, keys, and clochette Fall 2011 $2550 Make a striking statement with this exceptional...
Prada Fall 2000 Black Leather Zip Base Doctor's Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare Prada doctor’s bag from the AW00 collection. This is an absolute grail piece for Prada collectors and price reflects this. If you know, yo...
Prada Raso Vintage Sequin Embellished Petals Mauve Pink Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This Prada Raso bag in the dreamy Petalo mauve pink shade is the most sought-after vintage Prada piece of the year, seen on top social media influencers...
Prada Resort 2106 Bunny Arrow Print Chain Handle Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Totally fabulous archival Prada Resort 2106 Bunny Arrow print bag. As seen in the Ad Campaign and on the runway. Unused with authenticity card and large dustbag. Beautifully crafted ...
Prada Large Roccia Python Leather Tote Bag Unisex Gold Hardware 2010s
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Roccia python leather exterior with natural scale pattern Gold-tone hardware Double-rolled python leather top handles Detachable shoulder strap Open top to main compartment Partition...
PRADA natural linen canvas 2012 LINO TWIST Frame Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Lino Twist shoulder bag in natural linen canvas, crafted in a softly structured, elegant silhouette that blends refined texture with exotic detail. This distinct...
PRADA Marea blue & black City Calf leather 2019 SYBILLE Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Prada Sybille shoulder bag is crafted from Marea blue and black City Calf leather, offering a sleek, modern interpretation of classic Italian craftsmanship. It fe...
Prada, Nylon and metal top handle bag
By Prada
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Prada, Nylon and metal top handle bag. The item is in good condition. Metal handle has scratches and material scuffs. Bottom of the bag has some stains.
PRADA black CROCODILE LONG FLAP Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada flap clutch in black shiny croc, crafted in a sleek, elongated silhouette that highlights the exquisite scale and natural luster of the exotic skin. This refined...
Prada Canape Small Pink Canvas with Sequins Top Handle Bag with Strap Rare
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Canape Small Pink Canvas with Sequins Top Handle Bag with Strap Rare These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. A distinctive Prada Canape in pink canv...
PRADA black nylon TRIANGLE SMALL RE-NYLON Crossbody Bag 1BH190
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Triangle crossbody bag in black Re-nylon. Features black leather trims, a shorter detachable chain strap and a longer adj...
White leather Swing bag with multicolor cabochon embellishments PRADA
By Prada
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White leather "Swing" bag with multicolor cabochons embellishement. Champagne satin lining and one flat pocket with zip inside. Authenticity certificate card SIZE : 30cm X 12cm X 8cm
Prada Large Saffiano Lux Leather Tote Bag Argilla
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Large tote in taupe Saffiano Lux leather, a luxury essential built on the house's signature textured leather and clean, structured lines. Finished with gold-tone...
Prada Black Black Silk Top Handle Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada Black silk top handle bag featuring an handle, a front fancy lace detail, inside silk lining, inside logo plaque. Circa 2000s. In good vintage condition. Made in Italy. Length:...
PRADA City Calf Bucket black calfskin leather triangle tassel drawstring bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA City Calf Bucket black calfskin leather triangle tassel drawstring bag Reference: TGAS/E00993 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: City Ca...
PRADA cognac & gold leather 2011 MADRAS WOVEN Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Madras clutch in woven metallic gold and cognac leather, crafted in a refined, softly structured silhouette that highlights the house’s signature intrecciato-ins...
Prada S/S 2003 Swing Bag in White Leather with Embroidered Beads and Metal Handl
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada S/S 2003 Swing Bag in White Leather with Embroidered Beads and Metal Handle Vintage Prada S/S 2003 Bag in white leather with oversized bead embellishme...
Prada Vintage 2004 Red Nylon Crossbody Bag with Leather Trim for Women
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Rarest ever Prada vintage nylon bag from the Spring 2004 collection. I have never seen this model in this colour for sale before. Barely used and carefully stored. Comes with authen...
2000s Prada Brown Top Handle Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in Arnhem, NL
Prada handbag for women in brown leather. The bag can be worn as a top handle bag or as a shoulder bag with two handles or crossbody with a removable and in length adjustable strap (...
Prada Tessuto Nylon City Tote Bag Y2K Prada Black Handbag
By Prada
Located in Rochester, NY
A modern icon of understated luxury, this pre-owned Prada Tessuto Nylon City Tote Bag embodies the minimalist design language that made Prada’s Tessuto nylon bags internationally sou...
PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Vintage brown satin leather beads embroidered top handle bag Reference: TGAS/F00413 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Satin Color: Brown, Multicolour Pattern: Soli...
PRADA Orchidea pink SHEARLING FUR Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada tote in Orchidea pink shearling, crafted in plush, ultra-soft fur with a distinctive triangle-quilted pattern that echoes the house’s iconic motif. The structure...
Prada Vitello Diano BLACK
By Prada
Located in Ardmore, PA
Prada Vitello Diano in Excellent Condition. Black leather tote. Gold tone hardware. Flat handles. Single exterior pocket. Logo jacquard lining. Dual interior pockets. Snap closure at...
Prada Tobacco Saffiano Leather Portamon Key Case Card Holder, 2016.
By Prada
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Prada Tobacco Saffiano Leather Portamon Key Case and Card Holder Wallet, 2016. The "Portamon" or Italian for "card holder" is a classic and traditional Prada piece made to the highes...
Prada Wish Drawstring Pouch Clutch Bag in Black Lame Brocade w/ Leather Straps
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada Wish Drawstring Pouch Clutch Bag in Black Lame Floral Brocade with Black Leather Straps Prada drawstring pouch bag in black lame fabric, ...
Prada Fall 2004 Pixelated Watercolour Print Nylon & Leather Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Super collectible vintage Prada pixelated watercolour print bag from the legendary AW04 collection. Look 4 on the runway. A super rare colour way - Made from olive green coloured nyl...
PRADA neon pink Tessuto nylon triangle logo small sling backpack bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA neon pink Tessuto nylon triangle logo small sling backpack bag Reference: TGAS/C01230 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Tessuto Nylon Material: Nylon Color: Pink, Bla...
Prada Madras Brown Woven Leather Top Handle Shopping Tote Medium
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Madras Brown Woven Leather Top Handle Shopping Tote Medium These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD CONDITION This preloved item...
PRADA 2018 Runway New Vela metallic punk studded leather strap nylon backpack
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA 2018 Runway New Vela metallic punk studded leather strap nylon backpack Reference: TGAS/G00436 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: New Vela Studded Backpack Collection:...
PRADA black Saffiano leather 2006 LETTER C CRYSTAL Keyring Bag Charm
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Prada 2006 crystal-embellished letter C keyring is crafted from durable black Saffiano leather, combining practicality with signature Prada elegance. The bold let...
Prada Fall 2004 Templi Temple Print Nylon & Leather Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Super collectible, super rare Prada Templi Temple bag from the legendary AW04 collection. As seen in the Ad Campaign. In incredible unused condition with dustbag and box. Made from ...
2000s Prada Black Leather Bowling Bag
By Prada
Located in Arnhem, NL
This Prada Bowling Top Handle Bag is crafted from black leather and finished with silver-tone hardware, black leather trim, and black stitching. The interior is lined with Prada logo...
PRADA brown 2007 NEW LOOK CROCODILE Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada New Look Large domed bag in medium brown matte crocodile, exquisitely crafted in a structured, architectural silhouette that highlights the natural beauty and de...
PRADA black CROCODILE leather ODETTE BANDOLIERA Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Odette Crocodile Bandoliera shoulder bag in black croco leather. Its dual zip compartments are lined with smooth black lambskin and e...
PRADA black nylon 2014 HULA Shopping Tote Bag 1BY300
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada tote in black nylon with pink and white Hula print. Crafted in a refined, lightweight silhouette with a relaxed yet polished structure, this distinctive piece fe...
Prada Ostrich Leather Camel Tote Bag - Unisex, Good Condition
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Ostrich leather exterior with signature quill texture Gold-tone hardware Double-rolled top handles Detachable and adjustable flat shoulder strap Top opening to main compartment Leath...
2000s Prada Gray Leather 2-Way Bag
By Prada
Located in Arnhem, NL
Prada Two-Way Bag. This Prada 2-way bag is crafted from soft grey calf leather with matching grey stitching and gold-tone hardware. Designed for versatility, it can be worn both as ...
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