Prada and Gucci are two Italian designers known for luxury and style.

Mario Prado started the Prada label in 1913. He sold shoes, handbags and trunks. His first suitcases were made of heavy walrus skin but proved too heavy for airplane travel. Later bags were made of leather.

Gucci founded the House of Gucci in 1906. It began as a saddlery shop in Florence, Italy. Gucci first used his talent on crafting leather goods and progressed to luxury luggage.

Both companies have expanded to carry clothing, fragrance, handbags, and all kinds of accessories.