Collection Online

Dress
2014 {spring-summer 2014}

Medium
wool, viscose (lining), nylon (interlining), glass (beads)

Measurements
97.0 cm (centre back) 46.0 cm (waist, flat)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased with funds donated by the Bertocchi family, 2015
© Prada, Milan

Gallery location
Not on display

 

About this work

The runway presentation of this collection was set against a painted backdrop of murals of women. The images were also translated onto garments in patchwork form, using different colouredwool segments. Here the outline of a black brais placed over the bust, signifying women’s power within the restrained silhouette of a classic tailored shift. Prada consistently creates clothing to suit contemporary lifestyles, while continuing to innovate and push contemporary design through clever embellishments.

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
Italy

Inscription
label, right side back, woven in black on blue synthetic fabric: PRADA / MILANO

Accession Number
2015.540

Department
International Fashion and Textiles

This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of Professor AGL Shaw AO Bequest