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We make luxury accessible for all. We are proud to offer only the finest certified vintage and second-hand fashion accessories from the world's most exclusive fashion houses. All products meet our strict standard of excellence.We make luxury accessible for all. We are proud to offer only the finest certified vintage and second-hand fashion accessories from the world's most exclusive fashion houses. All products meet our strict standard of excellence.
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This vintage Prada Tessuto Messenger Bag in black nylon with black leather trim and silver-tone hardware offers a sleek, practical look. In good condition, it features an adjustable shoulder strap, black jacquard lining and a flap with buckle closure. Ideal for daily city wear, travel days or casual weekends, it adds understated designer style to everyday outfits.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Prada Tessuto Messenger Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 25 × 24 × 10 cm, this is a compact everyday bag. It should comfortably fit a phone, small wallet, keys, sunglasses, passport, and a few daily essentials. A small tablet or e-reader may fit depending on its size, but it is not designed for a laptop.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: The bag has a single adjustable flat shoulder strap with a listed drop of approximately 41 cm. For many people, that works best on the shoulder or as a shorter crossbody, but the exact fit will depend on your height and preferred styling.
Q: What is Prada Tessuto? A: Tessuto is Prada’s signature nylon fabric, known for being lightweight, practical, and easy to wear day to day. Paired with black leather trim, it gives this vintage messenger bag a sleek and functional look.
Q: Is Prada Tessuto nylon durable enough for everyday use? A: Yes, Tessuto nylon is popular because it is light to carry and generally hard-wearing for regular use. As this is a vintage piece, it is still best treated with care, especially around the leather trim and corners.
Q: How secure is the flap and buckle closure? A: The flap with buckle closure gives the bag a classic messenger look and helps keep contents covered. It is generally more secure than an open-top style, although it can take a little longer to open and close than a magnetic fastening or zip-top bag.
Q: What condition is this Prada messenger bag in? A: This item is listed in good vintage condition. The exterior shows visible wear, creasing, and scuffing on the leather details, the interior has light traces of use, and the hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: What is included with this item? A: This bag includes an authenticity card and dust bag. Everything included with the item is listed in the product information, so if something is not noted there, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: How should I care for this Prada Tessuto bag? A: For best care, store it in its dust bag in a dry, well-ventilated place away from direct heat and moisture. Use a soft dry cloth for gentle surface cleaning, avoid overfilling it, and keep liquids or cosmetics securely closed to help protect the jacquard lining and leather details.
Q: Does the authenticity card alone confirm authenticity? A: The authenticity card is a useful part of the product information, but it should not be the only thing relied on when assessing a Prada bag. Vintage Prada pieces are typically evaluated as a whole, including the materials, plaque, lining, hardware, stitching, and interior labels or tags.
SHIPPING
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Outside EU, Åland and UK: Please note that customers outside of EU, Åland and UK are responsible upon delivery for any import duties, goods and services tax (GST), value added tax (VAT), customs fees, and any other tax on top of the A Retro Tale listed price. Delivery delays may occur due to external factors such as customs clearance, holidays etc.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Europe: 1-4 business days.
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
/ Prada
/ Bags
/ Crossbody bags
406 €
• Black Tessuto nylon with black leather trim
• Silver-tone hardware
• Single adjustable flat shoulder strap
• Black jacquard lining
• Flap with buckle closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
