Prada has launched a dedicated collection for the Middle East, available in stores across the GCC. Courtesy Prada
Prada has launched a dedicated collection for the Middle East, available in stores across the GCC. Courtesy Prada
Prada has launched a dedicated collection for the Middle East, available in stores across the GCC. Courtesy Prada
Prada has launched a dedicated collection for the Middle East, available in stores across the GCC. Courtesy Prada

Prada launches dedicated collection for the Middle East


Selina Denman
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Prada has launched a dedicated collection of bags, accessories and shoes for the Middle East.

The line includes a new version of the Re-Edition bag, now available in Prada’s signature saffiano leather, with a double extensible and removable shoulder strap, and removable chain strap.

A new version of the Re-Edition bag, now available in Prada’s signature saffiano leather. Courtesy Prada
A new version of the Re-Edition bag, now available in Prada’s signature saffiano leather. Courtesy Prada

In a prelude to Prada’s fall / winter 2020 collection, smaller accessories are crafted from gabardine nylon and enriched with embroidery.

Smaller accessories include a bracelet case made from calf leather. Courtesy Prada
Smaller accessories include a bracelet case made from calf leather. Courtesy Prada

These include a shoulder strap with adjustable trimmings, made from knots and tassels with detachable swivel lobster clasps; bracelet cases made from calf leather, nylon and metal, with a mirror inside; and mini bags made of saffiano with a polished brass finish and a removable chain shoulder strap.

Shoes from Prada's new Middle East collection. Courtesy Prada
Shoes from Prada's new Middle East collection. Courtesy Prada

Shoes include new variations of sandals, slippers, sabot and open peep-toes especially selected for the Middle East. A pair of flat mules in soft nappa leather are enhanced with a padded-effect construction, while Prada’s cube heel mule is newly available in a crocodile-motif print.

Trainers include a version with a knit upper upper; or nylon gabardine fabric with an enlarged Prada logo on the side.

The storied maison is just one of a number of luxury labels that have curated collections exclusive to the region in recent years, including Tory Burch, Dolce & Gabbana and Michael Kors.

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As social media apps are becoming more and more consumed by health experts and nutritionists who are using it to awareness and encourage patients to engage in physical activity.

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