While Miu Miu has had fewer ‘it’ bags than Prada, it’s still produced several must-have items.
Miu Miu is largely considered to have a more attainable (albeit still luxury!) price tag than its sister brand and competitors.
Dianna Agron, Fearne Cotton, Miranda Kerr, and Lauren Conrad carrying Miu Miu bags (Credit: Michael Wright / Duval / WENN)
Our list of the best Miu Miu bags takes you through some of the most classic designs made by Miuccia Prada. Although some of these bags have been discontinued, you can find similar pieces still available as part of the brand’s current catalog.
While Saffiano leather is Prada’s signature, Nappa leather is Miu Miu’s.
1. Miu Matelassé, $650 – $3,100 at Farfetch
The quilted matelassé texture is the most recognizable style from Miu Miu and has become a hallmark for the brand.
They have incorporated this design into several bags, with the collection offering something for everyone.
The quilted matelassé is one of the most iconic and popular bag designs from Miu Miu
You can purchase everything from mini pouches to larger everyday bags. The distinctive matelassé motif is one of the most recognizable aspects of the Miu Miu brand.
From Miu Miu’s latest collection, the Sassy Matelassé is a compact purse that has a detachable chain-link shoulder strap with crystals on the side buckles
You’ll find the matelassé design on the recent ‘Miu Sassy’ bag, with its 2000s nostalgia-inspired silhouette and detachable chain strap.
2. Lady, $2,550 – $2,800 at Farfetch
Its box-like shape might remind you of another luxury bag that carries the ‘Lady’ name.
The ‘Lady’ bag has a crystal buckle that captures the feminine aesthetic of the brand, along with a detachable chain and leather strap.
The Miu Miu “Miu Lady” bag is defined by the crystal buckle on the fold-over flap
The fold-over top and snap closure makes this bag relatively carefree.
With its refined silhouette, you can take the ‘Lady’ bag effortlessly from day to night. Its crystal-embellishments give the bag a contemporary feel against its classic shape.
Aside from the luxurious croc-skin version, the Miu Lady is also available in different leather types and colors
You’ll find it available in a variety of classic and pastel shades, depending on the collection.
3. Vitello Bow Bag
This discontinued bag was an ‘it’ bag for Miu Miu in the early 2010s. If you’re interested in this bag, you can usually catch it for a bargain price on the pre-loved market.
Miu Miu’s classic Vitello Bow bag features rolled double top handles with a fold-over top and bow accents on the sides
Like every fashion trend, we predict the Miu Miu Vitello Bow bag will have another day in the sun. This satchel bag featured two top handles and a detachable shoulder staple.
The bag took on the silhouette of a bow with gold hardware and Saffiano leather.
4. Miu Confidential, $1,990 – $2,400 at Farfetch
The ‘Confidential’ is one of the more grown-up styles by Miu Miu. It has a classic silhouette with a single top handle, push lock, and detachable chain-and-leather shoulder strap.
The Miu Confidential is a sophisticated style that’s perfect for grown-ups
It features the brand’s signature matelassé motif and is one of its most ladylike bags.
It is defined by the elegant contrast with the smooth trim and refined metal push-lock closure
5. Miu Belle, $1,420 – $2,850 at Farfetch
The bag that Miu Miu is marketing the most right now is their ‘Belle’ bag. This mini bag has a distinctively vintage feel, similar to the snap closure clutches that were popular in the 1960s before re-emerging in the 1990s.
The Miu Miu Belle is a vintage-style arm candy that comes with a ’60s snap closure
The ‘Belle’ bag is available in several sizes, from the mini bag to a larger everyday bag. As one of Miu Miu’s current bags, it’s available in every color from white and grey to bubblegum pink and emerald green.
Miu Miu’s Belle clutch comes in a variety of colors and sizes