Prada Handbags

We have covered the Prada Fairy Bag ad nauseum, but there is a piece of this story that must not be left out. Who would have known that artist James Jean would have added his art to a bag that landed Prada in the wait list of 3 months “it” bag of the season. Unfortunately for both Prada and James Jean, the bag will not only hold the remembrance of it being one of the most talked about handbags for 2008 but also having a horrible bleeding problem. That is right, the ink on the Prada Fairy bags is bleeding. As this issue unfolds, various members of tPF have come forward giving information, pictures, and evidence of their Fairy Bag’s print bleeding if water touches it.

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When we broke the story of the Prada Fairy Bag, we knew it was going to be a hit. But unbeknownst to us, it has become the total “it” bag of the season. Everyone wants this bag. I am on the list, but it seems the odds of getting this bag are slim to none. I suppose it is because every celebrity got their Prada Fairy Bag already, and the rest of us ‘normal’ folk will just have to wait for eons. Who is carrying this bag? While they are not the hottest celebrities out there, Tilda Swinton, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Catherine Deneuve, and Anna Wintour’s daughter Bee Schaeffer have been snapped carrying the hottest, must have bag of the season. The price; between $2290 and $2490, the availability; limited, the look; amazing. Are you still in love with the bag? Fab or Drab?

 

Prada has been making a comeback for the spring and summer season. After the stunner that now carries a long wait list, the Prada Fairy Bag, Prada is trying to make it big with their multicolor vibrant bags. The Prada Trembled Blossoms Bag are an integral part of the campaign and are also creating quite the buzz. Coming in a variety of color options, such as fuschia-violet, turquoise-violet, and yellow-black, Prada is expecting to hit big again with this line of handbags. If you were one of the very lucky few, you would have been invited to Prada’s ‘SoHo Epicenter’ store in New York to watch the ‘Prada Trembled Blossoms video‘ put together by artist James Luna and based on James Jean’s Nouveau-esque wallpaper seen in the ad campaign. The short film is whimsical and enthralling, capturing the viewer from the first second to watch the transition of a cyber-woman’s journey through a magical Prada filled forest. At the end, she meets Pan who shows her how a tropical fish can transform into the stunning Prada Trembled Blossoms Bag. The bag is currently available at Saks and you will snap back to reality when you see the price tag. $1,675 through Saks.

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Prada Fairies Bag

We reported earlier on the collaboration with James Jean in the Prada Spring Handbag line, which has received quite a bit of buzz. Our favorite thus far has been the whimsical Prada Fairy Bag, which we have previously covered. The bag that many of us have been buzzing about is the Prada Fairies Bag which features a plum art print on this deerskin handbag. There are top handles and dimensions are 10 1/5″H x 14 1/5″W x 6″D. What you will not believe is that just two days ago Neiman Marcus put this bag up for pre-order, and today it is no longer available. I clicked on it and POOF!, they were all taken. Make sure to keep checking back as Neiman Marcus is known to restock. The bag will cost $2,290 via Saks Fifth Ave.

Prada Cervo Pleat Bag

Bright, bold and fun colors were (and usually are) found all over the spring runway. There is something that lures me into a simple handbag with a pop of color. Yes, the Prada Cervo Pleat Bag is an ordinary deerskin handbag with a pleated top, but the option of the stunning clear-ocean turquoise color makes this handbag stand out. This blue appears very similar to the Hermes Blue Jean, which is a versatile color that transforms an outfit in a heart beat (yes, I am biased!). The great thing about this Prada Bag is the slouch along with the removable shoulder strap, which gives the option to wear it cross-body. It feels very LA or SoHo. There are open pockets on the side and the dimensions are ample to wear and lug the daily necessities (16 1/2″H x 10″W x 5″D). Buy through Saks Fifth Ave for $1495.

Prada Fairies Bag

In Milan in September, the Prada runway show was a buzz with Miuccia filling the runway with silk-printed tunics, cropped flared trousers, and nymph and fairy prints. The backdrop looked as if it was from a girls imagination of doodles and drawings while daydreaming. Miuccia’s focus was “about trying to find a new creativity.” The fairy print is the iconic print for the Spring season and is seen on their handbags, clothing, and even their shoe boxes. The handbag that has our forum buzzing is the Prada Fairy Bag. The Prada Fairies Bag is available in two sizes and is said to be a limited edition. How limited is yet to be known, but Prada is staying that the boutiques will receive a limited number of the bags and pre-orders are not an option. The smaller version retails for $2290 and the larger for $2490. Call your local Prada boutique to inquire and be put on the wait list.

After showing you two horrible prints/patterns on handbags for Spring, I am ending your week with an absolutely stunning piece. This Prada Bag is majestic and enchanting. The deerskin leather is said to have a slight sparkle to it. This bag is absolutely gorgeous, just takes my breath away!

Prada Fairy Bag: $2290

More images from the runway and campaign below!

Prada Knot Shoulder Bag

A touch of femininity has this bag holding my attention. While the price of Prada Bags has been on a rise, I have expected the quality to rise at a 1 to 1 ratio. That has not always happened which means I am not buying their bags. But the Prada Knot Shoulder Bag is quite cute, can be dressy, and is priced relatively reasonably. This is not just nylon either, it is designed with smooth leather and sports a gathered top and a large knot detail. The knot could almost pass for a rose or some sort of floral design (note I said almost, I did not guarantee it). The other cool aspect is the removable shoulder strap, which means you could easily transition this bag from day to night. The inside is lined in logo fabric and there is a zip pocket. Dimensions are large enough to make the bag usable; 10″ x 6″ x 4.5″. Overall I really do like it. It is alluring but not over the top and feminine but not girly. Available in black and talco via Barneys for $1,295.

Still looking for the gift that keeps on giving? Your children may be in school, may be asking for designer goods, and may be day dreaming of the latest Prada bag. Stuff their stocking with the Prada Pencil Case which is designed with red leather and gold hardware and comes with two designer pencils. This way, while the professor is rambling on about bull and bear markets, your child can be secretly enjoying their designer case. Really, it may be more distracting than anything else to the younger crowd, but to those that have school discipline it is perfect. Also great for a colleague or any Prada lover out there! Inquire at your local Prada boutique; price $205.

All bags from Saks Fifth Ave

The black Prada Nylon Bag was originally produced in 1985 and became a staple at the house of Prada. Nylon is known for its durable qualities that hold up in all weather conditions. And while it is true that you can clean nylon easily, the prices behind the Prada Nylon Bags continue to grow. What can be so expensive about a material so cheap to buy otherwise? Is it simply the name, Prada? The Prada Nylon Bags continue to be one of the best sold lines of all times, because the initial price point is cheap (relatively speaking).

So as you see the bags above, what do you think about the Nylon line from Prada? Is it worth it to you or far overpriced?

For your daughter that yearns for a designer handbag, but you refuse do shell out thousands for a young child, the Prada Nylon line is perfect. And even better are the nylon bags being offered in funky and vibrant colors, such as turquoise and aquamarine. I absolutely adore the Prada Vela Small Crossbody Satchel which offers a cute option for a messenger bag. There is a canvas crossbody strap and a zip top closure. The bag touts a designer name, gives a chic little style, and a price that is very reasonable. My parents would have jumped at this opportunity when I was in 7th grade begging for my first designer handbag. Because it is still expensive for a young child, but it is not the price that you can not and will not do because it makes absolutely zero sense. Absolutely cute and perfect gift for under the tree! $310 at Saks Fifth Avenue.