Dress
1995 {spring-summer 1995}
Medium
nylon, plastic (zip), metal (buckle)
Measurements
(a) 104.0 cm (centre back) 32.5 cm (waist, flat) (dress)
(b) 2.0 × 68.0 cm (belt)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, NGV Supporters of Fashion and Textiles, 2018
Gallery location
Not on display
About this work
Milan fashion house Prada was founded by brothers Mario and Martino Prada in 1913. Originally established as a purveyor of imported items and leather goods under the name Fratelli Prada, the company served affluent customers high-quality luxury items for much of the twentieth century. In 1978 Mario Prada’s granddaughter Miuccia Prada took over the family business. She proceeded to expand the brand by creating subversive designs addressing social issues such as female empowerment, consumerism and capitalism. This dress is made from nylon, a fabric Miuccia Prada introduced for its practicality and durability, reflective of her interest in elevating everyday materials to the realm of luxury.
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Milan, Italy
Inscription
(a) label, centre back, woven in black on blue synthetic fabric: PRADA / MILANO
Accession Number
2018.1061.a-b
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
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