It’s hard to believe that after almost two decades the second part of The Devil Wears Prada is finally in theaters. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt – and not to forget the always stylish Stanley Tucci – reprise their roles as their beloved characters, and their wardrobe is as stylish as ever.
With such fantastic looks, it’s no wonder fans are already looking for ways to recreate them, and there’s an affordable solution: Marks & Spencer. In honor of the long-awaited sequel, the brand has put together a collection, inspired by the wardrobes of Priestly (Streep), Sachs (Hathaway) and Charlton (Blunt)with the best items for a reasonable price.
The most striking item? A €98 blazer that looks suspiciously like Miranda’s fitted jacket from the Italian niche brand Sasufi.
This chic blazer from M&S could have been from Miranda Priestly
While it may not offer the same level of luxury craftsmanship, the delight is in the details. The jacket has a similarly sharp gray tintAn double-breasted silhouette and a refined button closure. It’s a compelling interpretation of Priestly’s sophistication power dressingwithout the designer price tag.
Marks & Spencer Fitted gray blazer with a double row of buttons
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The rest of the collection follows suit and opts for sleek cuts and refined basics that are immediately recognizable. It’s one subtle reference to the most memorable looks from the film, reworked into garments suitable for everyday use.
On screen, the wardrobe remains firmly rooted in designer clothing. Think of Gabriela Hearst’s patchwork maxi dress by Andy Sachs, or Emily Charlton’s stylish Vivienne Westwood outfits. Newcomer Simone Ashley brings an edgier, more structured style to Thom Browne (her looks were originally designed to mirror Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s look, according to costume designer Molly Rogers).
Back in the shopping streets offers M&S your own interpretation. From striped cardigans to linen trousers with wide legs (and a timeless trench coat à la Priestly itself), the collection proves that capturing the refined charm of the film is certainly not impossible.
