Prada Resort 2018 unfolded at the Osservatorio in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a space of glass and mirrors that transformed the runway into a kaleidoscope of reflections. More than a mid-season collection, it became a spectacle of opposites, fusing utility with elegance and grounding Miuccia Prada’s intellectual exploration of femininity in sport, art, and fantasy.

The styling was built on striking contrasts. Nylon windbreakers were layered over sequined skirts, while tracksuits appeared unexpectedly adorned with feather trims. Sherbet pastels and bold primaries animated the palette.

Construction deepened this play of opposites. Many garments were designed to be modular, inviting wearers to deconstruct and reassemble silhouettes as they pleased. This approach reframed clothing not as fixed but as adaptable, a narrative tool for self-expression. By elevating sportswear into a system of versatility and power, Prada expanded its role far beyond casual uniform.

The collection also marked the celebrated return of James Jean. The Taiwanese-American artist first collaborated with Prada in 2007 and 2008, producing dreamlike illustrations and the Trembled Blossoms project. A decade later, his art nouveau-inspired drawings of rabbits, vines, and fantastical flora sprawled across garments and handbags. Jean’s work became integral to the collection’s identity, embedding an imaginative world within Prada’s design language.

This funnel neck jacket from Look 24 features Jean’s intricate flora and fauna juxtaposed against Prada’s stretched typeface. It stands as a piece that encapsulates the fusion of luxury, sport, and art that defined Resort 2018.

Tagged Size 38

Measurements:

Length: 63cm
Shoulder: 44cm
Sleeve: 61cm
Ptp: 65cm
Hem: 46cm