Ever since Miuccia Prada made a finely-woven nylon handbag a luxe status symbol, the fashion pack knew they had stumbled upon a genius. In 1978, with no design training, but a PhD in political science, Miuccia took over her grandfather's luggage company. By the mid-'80s, Prada had become a household name. Then, in 1993, she created Miu Miu and the cutting-edge sister label was an instant hit. Miu Miu is feminine without being overly girly, chic but also hip. By mixing masculine with feminine, the ordinary with the extraordinary, Miuccia creates a look that is instantly recognizable yet never predictable.
Aug 3, 2006
5:02 PM