An Intimate look at the Prada Galleria Bag, double Bag and new shoulder straps

UPDATE: Prada shoulder straps are now available for purchase on Prada.com. prices range from $800 to $1,355 via Prada.com.

When it comes to the most iconic bag brands, Prada is easily one of the most recognizable and most widely loved. Prada launched me into my love of designer bags; I lusted after a one of the brand’s iconic Tessuto nylon messenger bags during much of high school, and I received it was a gift when I began college. I remember feeling so enamored of my Prada bag, and even at that young age, I could tell how much higher quality it was from other brands in my collection at the time. Prada is distinguished by meticulous attention to craftsmanship and detail, and that’s still very much the case today.

Though Prada has evolved over time by embracing new techniques and ideas, the brand stays committed to the enduring quality of its pieces. like many long-standing brands, the methods Prada employs have been passed down by craftsmen over the course of years, and they’re so vital and specific to the brand that they could easily be called trade secrets. just like those crucial rules of craftsmanship, some of the brand’s designs are equally long-standing; two of the most highly sought-after Prada pieces remain the Prada Galleria and Prada double Bags.

Prada double Bag – $2,980

The Galleria and double are classic Prada styles, and they’re very well-loved by the brand’s fans and shoppers. I certainly count myself among that group; if I had it my way, I’d own a rainbow of these bags in every size offered.

Below, we have an intimate look at two of the most iconic bags of Prada’s lineup. In addition to that, I have the pleasure of being among the first to tell you all about the new Prada shoulder straps!

Prada Galleria Bag
Prada Galleria Bag – $2,230, Prada mini Galleria – $1,920

Founded in 1913 by Mario Prada (Miuccia Prada’s grandfather) in Milan, Prada opened its first store in the prestigious Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. The Prada Galleria Bag was named after the store that started it all, and the bag holds a similarly foundational spot in the brand’s handbag array.

Prada Galleria Bag – $2,230, PRADA WHITE STRAP, PINK/WHITE flowers – $925

Prada Galleria Bag – $2,230

This bag is immediately recognizable as Prada, and although some people confuse it with the Prada double Bag, it has been around far longer. The Galleria shape is clean and sleek, typically using Saffiano leather, which is hot pressed to achieve the crosshatch texture you see and feel. because of the longevity of Saffiano leather, Prada has used this water-repellant, scratch-resistant material for decades, and the finish style is often associated with Prada because the brand’s artisans perfected it. While the bags we photographed (as well as many of the Galleria bags on the market) are made of Saffiano leather, there is also City Calf version, which is luscious and slightly softer, which gives this bag a more laid-back vibe.

Prada mini Galleria – $1,920

Prada mini Galleria – $1,920

The Galleria bag holds its shape nicely and is ideal daily use, including in the office. The shape quickly turned into a brand essential for Prada, and many flock to it because of its highly functional interior structure: one large opening, flanked by two zipper-closed pockets at the front and back, all of which run the full length of the sacola. The main interior compartment features three inside pockets, one with a zipper, and the body of the bag can be snapped on either side to pinch the top of the bag together to further secure the interior.

Prada mini Galleria – $1,920, Prada blue saffiano strap with crystal flowers – $1170

Every season, Prada reintroduces this bag in a variety of colors and styles based on that season’s theme. This allows countless options and reinterpretations, which makes this bag a classic, iconic wardrobe staple.

Prada double Bag
Prada double Bags – $2,980

Introduced in 2013, the Prada double Bag quickly became a favorite. much like the Galleria Bag, the double is reinterpreted every season in colors and fabrications based on the style of the season.

While the Galleria Bag offers a bit more structure, especially because of the full body pockets on the front and back of the bag, the double is more minimal and lightweight. The Saffiano leather on the exterior is paired with smooth Nappa leather inside, and Prada has made the potential color combinations one of the most fun aspects of the design. While many double Bags do offer tone-on-tone leathers on the exterior and interior, there are plenty of contrasting combinations that blend the inside and out in an unexpected way. It’s one of my favorite aspects of this bag, and I love seeing what Prada comes up with to make each design stand out a bit more than the last.

Prada double Bag – $2,980, Prada black strap with pink plex flowers – $1095

The double Bag offers an internal divider wiO bolso de aba, que permite uma organização mais fácil e ajuda a separar a bolsa em dois compartimentos interiores principais. Eu amo esse design; O divisor espreita quando você está carregando a bolsa e, se você tiver uma cor interior contrastante, poderá vê -la.

Prada Bag Double – US $ 2.980

Enquanto a Galleria e as sacolas duplas têm suas semelhanças que os tornam inconfundivelmente prada, existem diferenças que podem facilmente tornar um ou outro melhor para sua vida. Se você está tentando decidir entre os dois, fico feliz em ajudá -lo na direção certa nos comentários abaixo!

Prada tiras de ombro
Pulseira preta da Prada com flores de plex rosa – $ 1095

Prada Blue & Black Saffiano Strap com flores de cristal – US $ 1170

Estou realmente empolgado por estarmos entre os primeiros a dar as notícias das novas tiras de ombro da Prada. Embora as duas sacolas acima ofereçam alças opcionais no couro de Saffiano, a marca agora oferece uma maneira de personalizar sua bolsa e mostrar sua personalidade com uma alça de ombro que fala com você e se destaca do resto da bolsa.

Correia preta da Prada, flores brancas/amarelas – US $ 800 | Cinta branca de Prada, flores rosa/branco – US $ 925

Eu já vi muitas alças adicionais nos últimos anos e posso dizer que essas tiras da Prada são algumas das mais bonitas de aparência e qualidade que já vi. Eu adorava vestir cada bolsa de maneira diferente com uma alça, e cada uma transformou a bolsa. Enquanto uma pulseira com apliques florais de couro de grandes dimensões parece divertida, a alça com enfeites de cristal Swarovski faz uma declaração atraente. A nova coleção de tiras de ombro permite que você adicione instantaneamente um toque pessoal à sua bolsa.

As tiras são vendidas separadamente e vêm em couro de bezerro, Saffiano e Nastro, com todos os padrões florais com um efeito 3D projetado a partir de cristais, plexiglasse, resina ou couro. As tiras estão agora disponíveis exclusivamente nas butiques da Prada Broadway e da Prada 5th Avenue em Nova York e estarão disponíveis on -line até o final do mês.

Para mais perguntas, não hesite em enviar um e -mail para o atendimento ao cliente da Prada em client.service.usa@prada.com. Visite a Prada E-Boutique para comprar todas as sacolas da Prada online.