Chapter 1
From Milanese leather to global luxury
Chapter 2
The radical nylon revolution
Chapter 3
Miu Miu and the rebellious sister
Chapter 4
Art, architecture, and the runway future
YOUR GOAL
Master of Prada and Miu Miu
Ch 1 · From Milanese leather to global luxury
diletta History of Prada
From Milan's first luxury leather shop, so grand! (Yeah-eah-yeah!) Prada grew big, Miuccia and Miu Miu in hand! (Oh-oh-oh!)
Fun Fact
Royal logo design: Prada's logo still features the Italian royal coat of arms awarded to them in 1919.
Glossary
leather (noun)
A material made from the skin of an animal by tanning or a similar process. In 1913, Mario Prada opened a boutique in Milan specializing in luxury leather bags and travel trunks.
A material made from the skin of an animal by tanning or a similar process. In 1913, Mario Prada opened a boutique in Milan specializing in luxury leather bags and travel trunks.
Quiz
Who became Miuccia Prada's business partner in 1977 and later her husband and co-CEO?
Quiz
Before taking over Prada, what surprising art form did Miuccia Prada train in for five years?
Quiz
What academic qualification did Miuccia Prada earn before leading the fashion house?