The Devil Wears Prada 2 Behind

Key Points:

• The Devil Wears Prada 2 does not adapt the sequel novel "Revenge Wears Prada," opting instead for a fresh storyline with new circumstances and character evolutions, according to screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna.
• The sequel was contingent on Meryl Streep’s participation, with filming commencing only after her agreement in 2024, spurred by a SAG Awards reunion and a special screening hosted by Lin-Manuel Miranda that reignited enthusiasm for the project.
• Costume design emphasized timeless fashion over trends, featuring 47 costume changes for Anne Hathaway and 28 for Meryl Streep, including a reused and altered wig for Streep to portray Miranda’s aging, and a pair of silver hoop earrings sourced from CVS by Streep herself.
• The production invested heavily in authenticity, with the Runway office set expanded eightfold, Milan scenes featuring high-end Italian designers, and a runway show built by professionals who produce real Milan Fashion Week events, filmed at the Accademia di Brera for privacy.
• The 20-year gap before the sequel was partly due to the rise of digital media after the iPhone’s debut, providing a relevant narrative about Miranda Priestly’s adaptation to the decline of print journalism and the changing fashion industry landscape.