Prada to design NASA spacesuits for Artemis III mission; Will luxury customers be allowed to wear them?

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Prada has teamed up with Axiom Space, a Texas-based commercial space company, to design spacesuits for the Artemis III mission, set to return humans to the Moon in 2025. The outfits are said to be a fusion of fashion and functionality, featuring a white design with blue stripes and red accents. This collaboration aims to not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of spacesuits but also ensure their advanced capabilities for space exploration.

Artemis III Mission

The Artemis III mission will be the first time humans set foot on the Moon since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.

This historic journey will also mark the first instance of a woman stepping onto the lunar surface. While astronaut Christina Hammock Koch will become the first woman to orbit the Moon in Artemis II in 2024, Artemis III will see the first woman physically walk on the lunar landscape. As of 2023, no women have had this opportunity, making it a monumental moment in space exploration history.

Prada and Axiom Space Collaboration

Prada's partnership with Axiom Space extends beyond fashion.

The Prada-designed spacesuits, known as the AxEMU spacesuits, prioritize flexibility, durability, and protection against the harsh space environment. They also come equipped with specialized tools tailored for space exploration. Although specific details of the innovative technologies used in these suits are yet to be disclosed, it's clear that Prada is determined to create spacesuits that blend style and substance.

Luxury Spacesuits for VIP Clients?

Interestingly, Prada is considering a potential market beyond astronauts, according to several media reports.