Where to Buy a Prada Handbag

This Italian label is coveted the world over.

Prada is one of the world's top fashion houses, and people all over the world long for the label's handbags, perfume, sunglasses, shoes and other accessories. Like many of its designer competitors, however, Prada can be purchased both authentically and not authentically on a variety of websites. So do your homework on the seller, because chances are if you think you're getting this season's hottest Prada bag at rock bottom prices, you probably aren't.

Instructions

1. Visit one of Prada's North American stores for the best and newest selection of merchandise. There are stores in Colorado, Illinois, California, Hawaii, Nevada, New York and Florida. You can also shop online at the Prada website.

2. Visit a major upscale department store like Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman or Saks 5th Avenue for a limited selection of Prada's line. In addition to women's apparel, accessories, handbags, perfumes, shoes and menswear, which all three stores carry, Saks also sells Prada shoes for children.

3. Visit Nordstrom in person or at its website to purchase Prada accessories, such as sunglasses, perfume, body cream or candles.

4. Visit Fabu.com to obtain a list of online retailers who sell items off of Prada's line. You'll have to actually visit these websites individually to see what items they have for sale, but they do usually have provide major discounts, multiple purchase offers or free shipping. Some of the websites where you can find Prada are Blue Fly and Overstock. You can also check Bloomingdales, Saks and Neiman Marcus for these department store's online supplies.

5. Visit the Sephora, Eye Save, Strawberry and Fragrance websites if you're exclusively looking for accessories like makeup, fragrances and eyewear. Bag Borrow or Steal is a subscription-based website that allows you to "rent" a designer bag for a period of time before turning it in for the season's newest fashions.

6. Visit Yahoo!'s shopping site to compare items and prices and read reviews of other Prada owners who leave their feedback on the given products. All the products are sold through allegedly reputable websites, and you can browse through the items to find the website with the best prices.

7. Go to eBay if you're comfortable buying Prada merchandise from individuals. As most people know, however, many of the "designer" items on eBay can be counterfeit, so conduct your own due diligence before bidding on an item.

8. Visit the Fashion District in Los Angeles or New York for knock-off designer items, including Prada wallets, handbags and sunglasses. Bring cash.

9. Search online for sample sales in your area that may be featuring Prada items. These sales usually take place in large, metropolitan areas or upscale, high-rent cities. Bring cash.

Tips & Warnings

• There are many places where you can find authentic Prada merchandise. Just do a little research, compare prices and be sure the website is legitimate before placing an order.

Resources

• Prada website