Molly Rogers details fashion choices for The Devil Wears Prada 2

11 articles · Updated · WWD · Apr 28

Rogers, succeeding Patricia Field, curated designer looks for the sequel featuring returning stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, with scenes set in New York and Milan.
She emphasized Miranda Priestly's evolved, powerful style and Andy Sachs' vintage-inspired, menswear aesthetic, incorporating pieces from Armani Privé and referencing iconic items like the cerulean sweater, now modified by Hathaway.
Rogers highlighted the freedom in costume selection despite brand interest, and included nostalgic nods to the original film, as the story follows the "Runway" team navigating an editorial crisis and industry relationships.

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Beyond the cerulean vest, what other iconic fashion moments from the original film receive a 2026 update?

How does the film address the original's controversial stance on body image within the fashion industry?

Is Anna Wintour's promotion a clever marketing ploy or a final embrace of her fictional counterpart's legacy?

Will the film's massive brand tie-ins enhance the story or turn it into a feature-length advertisement?

Has the sequel, now embraced by luxury brands, lost the satirical bite that made the original a classic?