A major film production like The Devil Wears Prada 2 demands meticulous attention to detail—right down to its choice of locations. From New York to Italy, the crew has taken over a series of iconic settings that amplify the film’s glamorous and cutthroat fashion world.
The long-awaited sequel to the cult classic The Devil Wears Prada finally hit cinemas worldwide on Wednesday, 29 April. Twenty years after the original, the iconic looks and the settings framing the complex relationship between Andy Sachs and the formidable Miranda Priestly—played by Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep—are once again under close scrutiny by film lovers.
Since filming began in 2025, as revealed by ELLE, several behind-the-scenes shots have circulated on social media, fuelling excitement around the highly anticipated sequel. From the buzzing streets of Manhattan to prestigious Italian fashion venues and luxurious interiors inspired by New York editorial offices, The Devil Wears Prada 2 leans as much on its visual identity as on its storyline.
Miranda Priestly’s home: understated luxury on the Upper East Side
As in the original film, Miranda Priestly moves through a world where every detail exudes refinement. For this sequel, the production once again turned to some of New York’s most exclusive neighbourhoods to embody the editor-in-chief of Runway’s daily life.
Several scenes were filmed on the Upper East Side, an emblem of New York luxury. Its elegant stone façades, historic buildings and streets lined with high-end boutiques echo the rarefied atmosphere in which Miranda lives.
Images from the shoot, released as early as summer 2025, also show Meryl Streep in front of sophisticated private residences, maintaining a visual continuity with the first film. The production clearly sought to preserve the understated, almost minimalist aesthetic that defines Miranda’s character.
New York remains central to the film’s visual identity. Additional scenes were shot in Midtown Manhattan and along major fashion avenues, where Anne Hathaway was spotted showcasing Andy Sachs’s new wardrobe.
The gala setting: a nod to the Met Gala
One of the most talked-about sets is undoubtedly the grand society gala featured in the film. According to several American media outlets, a key scene was filmed at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, transformed for the occasion into an event inspired by the iconic Met Gala.
The fictional theme of the evening—“Runway, Spring Florals”—is a direct nod to Miranda Priestly’s cult line from the original film: “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” This playful mise en abyme between fashion and cinema immediately resonated with fans.
Milan and Italy: fashion at the heart of the story
It would be impossible to imagine The Devil Wears Prada 2 without a deep dive into the world of Italian fashion. A significant part of the filming took place in Milan, an essential capital of luxury and ready-to-wear.
The crew was notably spotted during Milan Fashion Week, with some scenes reportedly filmed during an actual Dolce & Gabbana show, blurring the line between fiction and reality. Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci were even seen seated front row, surrounded by leading figures from the fashion industry.
Production also took over several iconic locations in central Milan. Among them, refined restaurants and exclusive venues frequented by Italian high society served as backdrops for more intimate scenes.
Italy brings an added layer of sophistication to the film. Between Milan’s elegant streets, luxury hotels and constant references to major fashion houses, this European chapter of the shoot further reinforces the fashion-driven DNA that made the original film such a success.
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