Anna Wintour’s presence on the set of The Devil Wears Prada 2 was impactful, to say the least. While visiting, she wasted no time in voicing her opinion on the production, ultimately causing a change in the film’s aesthetic.
During a recent interview with director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna on the Back Row podcast, the details of Wintour’s visit were revealed. The fashion powerhouse made her mark during a scene set in the Dior offices where Emily Blunt’s character, Emily, works. McKenna recounted how Wintour pointed out her disapproval of the colorful flowers in the scene, insisting that Dior would only have white blooms on display.
The swift response from McKenna led to a prop team makeover, replacing the vibrant floral display with a simple vase of white flowers. Wintour’s input clearly held weight in shaping the film’s visual narrative.
While Wintour had previously kept her distance from the 2006 release of The Devil Wears Prada, her involvement in the sequel signifies a new embrace of the movie. The first film had already featured notable cameos from fashion figures like Gisele Bündchen and Valentino Garavani, hinting at the potential star power the sequel may bring.
However, one person who won’t be making an appearance in the film is Wintour herself. Frankel expressed that including her in the movie felt too self-referential, a decision made to maintain the film’s integrity.
Many believe that Wintour served as inspiration for Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, the fictional editor-in-chief of Runway magazine. With the first film leaving a lasting impact on viewers and the fashion industry alike, the upcoming sequel is anticipated to continue the celebration of ambition and excellence.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is slated to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, promising a blend of high fashion, drama, and the essence of the original film’s legacy.
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