The Devil Wears Prada 2 comes out May 1, and the fashion world is already anticipating its release.
The Devil Wears Prada: Then and Now
The Devil Wears Prada premiered in 2006, offering a glimpse into the fast-paced and often intimidating world of the fashion industry. Starring Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, and aspiring journalist who lands a job at Runway Magazine as an assistant to the intimidatingly chic Miranda Priestly–played by Meryl Streep–the film blends humor with power, ambition, and style. Emily Blunt shines as Emily Charlton, the equally driven senior assistant, while Stanley Tucci’s Nigel Kipling, the art director, adds both wit and heart. At it’s core, the film follows Andy’s journey from being an industry outsider to someone navigating and ultimately redefining success within the world of fashion and media.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is set to premiere on May 1, revisiting the high-stakes world of fashion media. This time, Miranda Priestly faces a rapidly evolving and struggling publishing industry while trying to keep Runway relevant. In a compelling twist, she finds herself going head-to-head with her former assistant, Emily Charlton, now a powerful executive in luxury advertising. As tensions rise, Andy Sachs is pulled back into Miranda’s world to help navigate the crisis.
What makes this sequel especially intriguing is its focus on real-world challenges within the fashion industry, brining current issues to the forefront and highlighting the pressures the industry faces today. Andy’s wardrobe is also set to be entirely thrifted, offering a refreshing shift toward secondhand fashion and signaling a broader conversation around sustainability in style.
Inside the Cast Looks of The Devil Wears Prada Cast
Anne Hathaway arrived in a stunning custom red satin Louis Vuitton dress designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, styled by Erin Walsh.The dress featured dramatic volume, with sculptural pleating that gave the fabric an almost leather-like finish while maintaining a sleek, polished look. The corseted bodice was relatively simple, with subtle boning details that added structure and contrast to the skirt. She paired the dress with red open toed platform heels and red dangly earrings, a ruby rings, and a wrap cuffed bracelet.
Meryl Streep stepped out in a floor length red leather cape dress by Givenchy, designed by Sarah Burton, that radiated undeniable main character energy. The cape featured a tie at the neck, contrasting the commanding silhouette. Styled by Micaela Erlanger, she paired the look with black leather gloves and pointed-toe boots, combining the dramatic red with a sharp, polished edge. In true Miranda Priestly fashion, Streep completed the ensemble with black sunglasses as a subtle nod to her iconic character, along with silver dangling earrings for a final touch of understated glamour.
Emily Blunt wore a Schiaparelli gown from the Spring 2026 couture collection, rendered in a soft nude palette with delicate pink undertones. Styled by Jessica Paster, she paired the look with nude heels and a striking choker necklace composed of 156 Akoya cultured pearls, accented with 18-karat rose gold and 4.86 carats of diamond petals. Blunt further elevated the ensemble with jewelry from Mikimoto’s Les Pétales Vendôme Rosés collection, including matching pearl bracelets. A bold red lip added a sharp contrast, bringing a modern edge to the otherwise luminous look.
Stanley Tucci wore a black velvet Giorgio Armani jacket paired with tailored trousers and a crisp white button-up shirt. Accessories included a gray tie and a matching pocket square, adding a cohesive finish to the look. The ensemble felt clean and sharp, while the mix of textures–particularly the velvet–introduced a subtle yet refined fashion element.
Ashley Simone wore a lime green look featuring a high-low silhouette, with a mini dress in the front and a dramatic train in the back. By Miuccia Prada, the look was paired with silver heels and coordinated accessories, including a silver choker necklace and two diamond rings.
Red Carpet Moments
