In 1999 Prada began working with W. L. Gore to develop outerwear for their Prada Sport line, which aimed to produce athleisure garments with materials and shapes that assimilated the features of ‘technical mountain clothes’. The release of the ‘Prada Sport’ line coincided with the creation of the Luna Rossa Sailing team, which created a need for Prada to produce pieces that could handle a variety of conditions. This jacket is the first of its kind from Prada and served as the inspiration for several other jackets that the fashion house produced in later years (particularly the Luna Rossa Challenge jackets), some of which can be found on this page!

This particular jacket is the 2002 edition, constructed from a high quality Gore-Tex material which was developed specially for Prada, with taped seams. This material is smoother and more durable than the Gore-Tex jackets made by Prada in previous years. There are 4 pockets in total, 2 standard hand pockets on the exterior and 2 large Velcro-sealed stash pockets on the interior. The lightweight hood is designed to fall away with ease for quick access for the wearer. There are also adjustable neoprene cuffs for comfort and improved weatherproofing. The large Prada red tab on the chest and back completes one of the best and most iconic jackets Prada has ever produced.

Good overall condition with signs of wear and age, some marks and minor piling by the cuff.

Measurements:

Pit to pit: 22.5”

Shoulder to hem: 30”