Prada Sunglasses

From royal purveyor to the forefront of contemporary fashion

When Mr Mario Prada founded Fratelli Prada in Milan in 1913 with the support of his brother Martino, no one could have foreseen the role the name would one day play in the fashion world. The company specialised in leather goods such as handbags, shoes and luggage. The premium creations were so well received that the House of Savoy soon took notice and appointed the distinguished Prada gentlemen as official purveyors to the court. You can still trace this part of history in the logo of the Italian fashion giant today: it is the coat of arms of the House of Savoy with the four figure‑of‑eight knots. When Mr Mario Prada passed away in 1958, his daughter Luisa took over the management of the company. In 1978 Luisa Prada, in turn, handed it down to her children, the ladies Miuccia and Marina, as well as to Alberto Prada, and withdrew from the business entirely.

The starting gun for the Italian label’s rise to a true heavyweight of the industry.

Above all, it is thanks to daughter Miuccia Prada and her husband Patrizio Bertelli, who still serves as the Group’s CEO, that the brand was elevated to a completely new level. The portfolio was expanded so the brand could offer everything the textile segment has to give: jumpers, scarves, T‑shirts, accessories… one collection even included a hat. Prada’s bright minds brought their keen sense for fashion‑forward cuts and an incredibly creative approach to fabrics into the company. The political science PhD, who also trained in acting and mime, was the one who designed the collection made from parachute nylon in 1985, which became world‑famous for its clean yet modern lines. That was only the first step that propelled the fashion label to unexpected heights. Prada—together with the company’s frontwoman—shook off any “one‑hit wonder” reputation in the 1990s when, under her direction, the Italians created the “bad taste” look that exploded on the catwalks and, under the memorable name “Prada ugly”, with bold colours from yellow to pink and thick spectacle lenses, forged a completely new path and upended fashion’s rulebook.

Fresh and unconventional ideas remain the order of the day, so the Italians continue—confidently but never arrogantly—to see themselves as one of the driving forces in a constantly changing fashion world. Neither executives nor designers are afraid to break new ground to set trends. This unpredictability is reflected across the brand’s entire product range and—beyond the success—is one reason why a veritable counterfeiting industry has sprung up around the luxury label’s creations in an attempt to capture some of the glamour.

How can I recognise a Prada original?

In 2000 the Italian label launched its first sunglasses collection. It included both sunglasses and prescription glasses and, together with Prada Linea Rossa sunglasses, established itself on the world market in no time at all. “I love Prada sunglasses!” has been heard ever since not only on the red carpet. The sunglasses were praised to the skies everywhere you looked.

With Prada sunglasses—as with Prada prescription glasses—there are several criteria you can use to check authenticity. The glasses come in a Prada glasses box, which contains a Prada case. Alongside the sunglasses, there is also a Prada microfibre cleaning cloth in the case. The sunglasses themselves have the Prada logo, the Prada serial number, the CE mark and “Made in Italy” engraved on the inside of the temples.

As the black market is also aware of these authenticity markers, you should pay close attention to the quality of the sunglasses and the engravings. The latter should not, for example, scratch off. If you recognise a counterfeit, it’s best to leave it. The lenses are highly unlikely to provide the UV protection you expect from proper sunglasses. In addition, fakes are illegal—being caught with counterfeit sunglasses could get you into trouble.

How do I style Prada sunglasses?

With Prada sunglasses for women, the wearer’s age doesn’t matter. The different sunglasses collections offer more than one jewel for every fashion‑loving glasses wearer. And what do fashion‑savvy women crave more than jewellery?

The Prada sunglasses Prada PR D02S can be worn by both young girls and mature women. They stand out for understated elegance. This Prada frame in black or another colourway is a little trend talent from the House of Prada that can elevate any outfit. Whether with a casual tee and denim shorts, a breezy summer dress or a sharp tailored look, these Prada women’s sunglasses lift any outfit as an accessory and are virtually impossible to style wrong.

If you prefer something more contemporary but still fool‑proof, go for the sunglasses model Prada PR A51S, where you can sense the connection between Prada and Miu Miu. The slim rim of these Prada sunglasses, which are exclusively available for women, is further highlighted by the gold‑coloured frame.

The frame Prada PR 19ZS is designed especially for power women. Graceful contours and strong presence combine in these Prada sunglasses to create classic chic. With the full‑rim frame, the lenses are completely enclosed by the rim. If you love a defined frame look, little else will do.

How do I find my perfect Prada sunglasses?

With Prada sunglasses for women (PR 14YS, Prada PR 08YS, PR A59S, PR 22ZS, Prada PR C54SD) age doesn’t matter.

The Prada sunglasses PR 15WS can be worn both by young girls and by women of any age. They impress with understated elegance and add an extra accent with their coloured temples. The shape is an all‑rounder too. This little trend talent from the House of Prada will pep up any outfit. Whether with a casual tee and denim shorts, a breezy summer dress or a tailored look, these Prada sunglasses for women enhance any outfit and are virtually impossible to combine badly.

On‑trend frames (PR A58S, Prada PR 19WS, Prada D09SD, Prada PR A53S, Prada PR D09SD) are of course also available for the gentlemen. The men’s frame Prada PR A57S convinces with clean curves and exceptional material craftsmanship in an appealing full‑rim look. The same applies to the Prada PR A51S. The colour silver ensures the sunglasses not only exude refined design and self‑confidence but are always on‑trend, whether on the balcony, on holiday or day‑to‑day.

Our service

At edel-optics.de you can easily conjure the sunglasses onto your face online with the 3D Try‑On to find the ideal model. Our Digital Master Optician helps you equip your sunglasses with the prescription you need. We also offer free returns so you can try the glasses at home and send them back if necessary.

As Prada is one of our premium Boutique Brands, you’re guaranteed to receive prescription glasses and sunglasses from this brand as soon as tomorrow if you order today by 6 pm. On top of the free express shipping, we’ll also include an Eyeshaker so your designer eyewear always shines.

If, despite this unbeatable offer, you still don’t find what you’re looking for among the Prada sunglasses, our Master of the Glasses or our blog can give you a few important tips on face shape and colour. For sunglasses we offer the full colour spectrum from brown through grey to pink. Of course, you’re welcome to visit our three Hamburg stores in the AEZ, Mundsburg Center or on Ottenser Hauptstraße. We even have a shop in Buxtehude, where our specialists are on hand with their expertise. Unfortunately, we can’t stock the almost 30,000 sunglasses you see online in every single store. But rest assured we carry a great selection of top brands such as Ray‑Ban, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and, of course, Prada as well as Prada Sport at fantastic prices.

If you’ve set your sights on a particular model and know precisely that you absolutely want, for example, the Prada PR 01OS in brown or black but we don’t have it in stock, our eyewear pros will be happy to suggest an alternative—perhaps a cat‑eye style. Naturally, this consultation isn’t just for women; it’s equally for any man looking for sunglasses or Prada prescription glasses. When it comes to lens features, we have everything the sunglasses world can offer. Polarised, mirrored, tinted lenses? No problem! Even for colours we offer everything from spring‑ready pastels to the classic brown and black tones. And always at a fair price.

About us

“SEE AND BE SEEN” is our motto, and we stay true to it. That’s why we’re the first port of call for our fashion‑savvy customers. For us, glasses aren’t just glasses—they’re both an accessory and a lifestyle product. Wearing sunglasses, in particular, is often more about a feeling than actual sun protection. sees itself as the representative of that feeling and has made a name for itself in the seemingly boundless world of luxury eyewear. And the best part: in our Eldorado for bargain hunters you get all our top models at incredibly good prices. Because what other online shops call a sale is, for us, simply “BUSINESS AS USUAL”.