The particular Prada coat was a favorite of Carolyn's and is one of her most iconic and important pieces. She is photographed on numerous occasions wearing this example and other variations of the same style, including in black and red tweed. To view Carolyn wearing this coat, March 15th, 1997, to view click here. She is pictured walking with John F. Kennedy Jr. and their dog Friday, October 1st, 1998, to view click here 
 

This design is probably from Prada's Autumn-Winter 1996-97 collection which featured coats and skirts in a slim silhouette, heavily influenced by designs from the late 1960s-early 70s.

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy lovingly gifted this coat to Rosemarie Terenzio during the 1990s. Rosemarie later generously gifted this a second Prada coat (Lot 4) to her friend, Michele Ammon. She thought that the camel color 'looked great with Michele's blond hair'. The two coats have been cherished and proudly remained in Michele's possession ever since. Michele fondly recalls Carolyn: 'Carolyn adored Rose, she looked out for her and was so kind with a wicked sense of humor! She used to give us advice and loved our funny dating stories. I remember the George Christmas party. Rose was dancing with John and Carolyn walked over wearing the most stunning wide-legged black pants. She looked incredible and I remember thinking: 'I have to go out and buy some pants just like those!'.