Miranda Priestly will return to our screens. The rumor of a sequel to The devil wears Prada (film that premiered on October 6, 2006 in Spain) has generated a stir recently, leaving fans crazy to know more information. On Monday, July 8, it was confirmed that Disney is developing the project along with the original screenwriter, Aline Brosh McKenna. The scoop comes as the musical version, directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell, prepares to premiere in London’s West End this October. Although the return of the original cast has not been confirmed, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt replay their roles. Various media take for granted these names, but not that of Anne Hathaway. The story would bring new challenges for Priestly in an era of decline of print media, confronting again with Emily, now an important executive in the luxury industry, whose million-dollar resources could compromise Miranda’s management.
© DisneyReviewing the most iconic looks of The devil wears Pradait’s impossible to forget the glamorous wardrobe that defined the film. From the elegant coats that Miranda Priestly always wears to the most sophisticated looks of Andy Sachs after his transformation into Runway girl, each garment was carefully selected to reflect the evolution and style of the characters. All the pieces in the film, including those from designers like Chanel or Valentino, have something special and its own story that fits perfectly into the script, symbolizing Andy’s immersion in the world of Haute Couture. The attention to detail in the costumes not only contributed to the film’s visual aesthetic, but also helped tell the story in a deeper and more meaningful way.
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© DisneyAnne Hathaway as Andy Sachs
Andy is a recently graduated and inexperienced young woman who travels to New York with the aspiration of becoming a journalist and writer. He begins to work as an assistant to Miranda Priestly, the cynical editor of one of the most important magazines in the city, Runway. Although Andy knows that he does not want to dedicate himself to the world of fashion and that this job is only a means to obtain contacts and open doors to what he really wants to be. So why would you change your entire wardrobe and dressing style for a temporary position?
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© DisneyThe cerulean blue sweater
In the image, we can see one of Andy’s iconic looks: tight tights, an argyle patterned skirt, a functional bag with multiple pockets, printed gloves and a beige trench coat. The rhombus print argyle of its skirt, characteristic of the preppy style, is a classic both in grandpa’s wardrobe and in today’s. Originally associated with the school uniforms of British boarding schools, this pattern has resurfaced in current trends with icons like Harry Styles sporting it in music videos like Treat People with Kindness. However, in this context, the choice of skirt reinforces Andy’s initial image as a naive and out-of-place girl in a fashion magazine, highlighting her lack of sophistication in the face of the demanding environment of runway.
The famous cerulean blue sweater that Andy wears under that trench coat becomes the center of a memorable scene when, in the middle of a meeting, Andy laughs when he can’t tell the difference between two practically identical blue belts. Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), with a gesture of disdain, glares at her and asks: “Anything amusing you?” After Andy’s innocent response, who admits his ignorance, Miranda takes the opportunity to give a master class about the world of fashion. He explains how the cerulean blue of his sweater, popularized by designers like Oscar de la Renta and Yves Saint Laurent, made its way from the runway to shop windows and finally to Andy’s closet. This monologue, which led to an Oscar nomination for Meryl Streep, made it clear to Andy and the audience that blue is not simply blue, but the result of an elaborate process within the fashion industry.
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© GTRESMiranda Prisley, a true fashion icon
Security, self-confidence, passion and an extreme rawness to say what she thinks are the perfect words to define the personality of the strict editor-in-chief of the magazine. Runway. Played by the great Meryl Streep, Miranda Priestly captivated audiences in 2006. She is a character that can be hated and feared, but it is impossible not to be fascinated by her. Just by watching how she moves and speaks, you know that she is a powerful woman who has reached her position with a lot of work and effort, and who will not allow anyone to walk over her and her ideals. As the head behind a fashion magazine, it’s no surprise that she’s immaculate from head to toe in every scene.
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© Cordon PressAndy changes his style
Finally, Andy understands that “If you can’t beat your enemy, join him” and decides to adopt the philosophy of adapting. Change your way of thinking and your style to become an authentic fashion victim. He puts on a style jacket college with touches preppy by Chanel, with marked trims and a shield and break up this good girl look with a sequin top, lots of gold necklaces and a wool bag. However, what stands out the most are Chanel’s knee-high boots, a tribute by Karl Lagerfeld to Coco Chanel that dominated the house’s Fall/Winter 2005-2006 collection.
Another notable change is seen in her hairstyle: until this scene, her bangs fell on both sides of her face, but now she wears her hair loose with freshly cut and modern bangs, which gives her a feeling of freshness and confidence. Andy bursts into the office in this new outfit, and both Emily and Miranda are amazed by his great transformation.
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© DisneyThe million dollar wardrobe
A fashion magazine must tell and show Paris fashion shows, racks full of fabulous clothes, and dress its protagonists in impressive looks. This film does it very well, boasting the most expensive costume budget in history. Stylist Patricia Field had a budget of one million dollars and used it masterfully, incorporating clothes from brands such as Dior and Chanel, as well as coats. vintage from second-hand stores. The Hollywood Academy recognized her work by nominating her for an Oscar in the costume category. Additionally, all the dresses and suits we see in the film were auctioned, and the money raised went to breast cancer research.
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© DisneyMiranda’s coats
If there is something that characterizes Priestly and has become a habit, it is arriving at the office and placing her coat and her bag on Andy’s table for her to hang them up. In one scene in the film, the days are shown on a loop, with Miranda appearing in different looks and leaving her coat and purse on the desk over and over again. In the image, we can see Miranda with one of her most original and colorful models, accompanied by sunglasses, a carrycot-style crocodile skin bag and XL earrings.
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© Getty ImagesAlways running, but together
We all remember that scene where Andy had to walk the streets of New York to find an unpublished Harry Potter manuscript for Miranda’s daughters. Andy wore a knee-length olive green sleeveless dress paired with a maxi belt. In addition, she wore sunglasses as a headband, a bag and heels. We traveled through the entire city until we reached the St. Regis Hotel.
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© GTRESSome glasses with history
At the end of filming, actress Meryl Streep was left with sunglasses that she wears in the film and that have become one of the most iconic elements of Miranda Priestly’s wardrobe. These are oval glasses with metal trim that some experts attribute to the Paul Smith brand. Behind these glasses hides the withering gaze of the editor in many shots of the film.
This design, which has been detected by many fans, since Meryl Streep used it again in another of her great films: Mamma Mia! Again and again. With 12 years of difference, in this sequel to Mamma Mia (2009), the actress put on sunglasses again, turning them into a cult object for lovers of film costumes and demonstrating her ability to adapt the same accessory to two totally different characters.
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© GTRESAndy, Miranda’s new ‘complement’
Andy’s efforts to fit in begin to bear fruit, and Priestly begins to count on her as a girl for everything. On this occasion, Andy combines a black cardigan with a white shirt, a pleated mini skirt, transparent tights and some pumps (rigid high heels). Additionally, she adds to her look a pearl necklace with the Chanel logo on the side.
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© Cordon PressChanel’s pearl necklace
From complement to complements. The symbology of the film is spectacular. Right in the scene where Miranda tells Andy that she’s going with her to Paris Fashion Week, Andy is wearing a necklace full of charms, and one of them is the Eiffel Tower. Chance?
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© Getty ImagesElegance in a garment
Another of the great moments of the film is when Andy wears an evening dress to a magazine gala event. Runway. It is the definitive transformation of the protagonist into a swan, and she does it with a black satin bardot neckline dress. Complete your look with your hair up and red lips. You don’t need any accessory other than your smile, since, as it is a timeless piece that dresses you with a single gesture, the fall and the fabric take center stage.
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© DisneyXL Jewelry
For Miranda, fashion is much more than clothing and a form of expression; It is everything and he lives by and for her. On this occasion, she uses jewelry, the bigger the better, to express herself. In the image, she is wearing striking hoop earrings along with several long necklaces with thick gold chains, which add strength and character to her look. Complement this bold style with a printed jacket, adorned with reliefs of studs and sequins, where golden and copper tones merge, achieving an ensemble that radiates shine, elegance and authority.
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© Getty ImagesAnne Hathaway recreates Andy’s looks
The actress has winked on several occasions to the outfits of Andy, the character she played in The devil wears Prada. However, in our opinion, the most iconic look is the one she wore when fulfilling her character’s fantasy by sitting next to Anna Wintour herself (the editor of Vogue since 1988) at the Michael Kors Spring 2023 collection show. Anne wore a knee-length Michael Kors coat with a crocodile skin texture, while underneath she wore a black mini dress with a high collar, which immediately evokes the mental image of that last scene of the film in which Miranda and Andy exchange glances on a New York street. In addition, the actress opted for a hairstyle with messy bangs and her hair up, accompanied by very natural makeup, just as it appears in the film.
