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Prada Mainline Padded Double-Pocket Bomber Jacket - F/W1996

Prada Mainline Padded Double-Pocket Bomber Jacket - F/W1996

Before Miuccia Prada took over the fashion house in the late 1970s, Prada had not been much different from other luxury brands with their products, solely offering a range of luxury leather goods. Miuccia decided to experiment with different materials in order to give Prada a fresh look (Leather had been the most used material by fashion houses at the time). In 1979, Miuccia introduced the first range of bags constructed from a heavy duty nylon material, which had been labelled as an ‘anti-luxury’ material. These ‘anti-luxury’ luxury bags instantly became a hit. Prada later expanded into clothing in the 90s, continuing the use of Nylon in their designs, and have never looked back.

In early 1993, British designer Neil Barrett, who was making a name for himself at Gucci, approached Prada CEO Patrizio Bertelli with an idea for a menswear line that would be the embodiment of luxury minimalism. He left Gucci to pursue his dream job, where his first few collections helped Prada to double their sales immediately and laid the foundations for what Prada menswear would become. For the Fall/Winter 1996 Season, Prada called upon legendary Actor Willem Dafoe to showcase the sleek and sophisticated collection. This would spark an iconic relationship between Dafoe and Prada which would see the Actor feature in many more campaigns for the fashion house.

This particular piece from the F/W1996 collection was worn by Willem Dafoe in one of his first and most iconic campaigns for Prada. It features a signature Prada nylon construction on the exterior with a layer if padding and a bomber-style cut. There are 2 pockets on the exterior and 2 on the interior, as well as a double chest pocket for storage. The cuffs are also adjustable and expandable.

Great condition with some very minor signs of wear and age. 

Measurements:

Pit to pit: 25”

Shoulder to hem: 27”

Regular price £1,650.00
Regular price Sale price £1,650.00
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