# Vintage Housewife Collections The Prada Fall 2013 Collection Brings Back Feminine Garbs of the 50s By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-02-25 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prada-fall-2013 References: [fashion-style.becomegorgeous](http://www.fashion-style.becomegorgeous.com/fashion_news/prada_fall_2013_collection_milan_fashion_week-9782.html) The Prada Fall 2013 collection gets fashionable ladies ready for the [autumn season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szane-fall-2025) with its heavy tweed and long a-line dress and skirt combinations. Though defining elegance in fashion may change over time, the fashion house triumphs at staying on top of the looks of the season while managing to maintain a [classic and sophisticated silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025). The collection exudes [ultra-femininity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) with a dash of refined spirit as only long dresses and skirts are present. The dominant material used throughout is a heavy tweed and gingham print, which is complemented with both thin and thick belts. The Prada Fall 2013 collection gives off a 50's housewife vibe as it has many circle skirts, which are complemented with button up and zipped up coats. The high-end brand also chose some well-known models including Jessica Stam to show off its finest garments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to create modern collections that pay homage to vintage styles. - **Classic Silhouette:** Focus on timeless designs that exude elegance and sophistication. - **Heavy Tweed and Gingham:** Utilize these materials to create unique and textured garments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Incorporate vintage-inspired elements into contemporary fashion lines. - **Design:** Explore ways to bring back classic silhouettes and fabrics in various products. - **Modeling:** Collaborate with iconic models to showcase the latest collections and enhance brand image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md)