When Fashion Became Film: Meryl Streep Steps Into Miranda at Dolce & Gabbana
Fashion week just got its biggest plot twist. On September 27, 2025, front-row at Dolce & Gabbana’s SS26 show, Meryl Streep appeared in full Miranda Priestly regalia, complete with trench, sunglasses, and icy elegance, alongside Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling. It wasn’t just a star sighting; it was a scene being filmed live for The Devil Wears Prada 2.
The runway itself leaned into the meta moment: models walked to Italian chanteuse Patty Pravo, while Streep and Tucci watched, whispered, and judged in character. Among the audience was none other than Vogue’s Anna Wintour, sitting opposite the formidable Priestly, adding another layer to the illusion.
The Looks — Fashion as Character
Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly
- Outerwear: A cream patent trench coat that cinched at the waist, echoing Priestly’s iconic silhouette.
- Details: An animal-print belt subtly broke up the monochrome, while her clutch echoed the same wild motif.
- Accessories: Classic oversized sunglasses, a thick gold chain, and structured pumps sealed the power look.
- Hair & Makeup: She wore her silver bob parted to the side and perfectly coiffed, a signature Miranda touch. Makeup was cool, composed, pale lips, clean lines, icy brows.
Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling
- Suiting: A sharp gray three-piece suit paired with a black shirt, graphic tie, and dark frames.
- Styling: He added a leopard-print chiffon scarf, nodding thematically to Miranda’s touches.
Simone Ashley (Also There in Character)
Also seated nearby was Simone Ashley, a new cast member in the sequel, dressed in a sheer pencil skirt and corset ensemble with Dolce & Gabbana branding.
Why This Moment Hit
- Meta Fashion: We don’t often see film characters seated front row in real fashion shows, this crossover made the runway feel like a stage.
- Style Storytelling: By dressing Priestly and Nigel in high fashion, the line between movie fantasy and real life blurred. It’s style meeting narrative.
- Cultural Echoes: Anna Wintour opposite Miranda feels like a wink to fashion lore; after all, Wintour is often cited as inspiration for Priestly.
- Fashion + Film Synergy: The show’s collection itself nodded to nightwear: pajamas, lace lingerie, brocade jackets, faux fur bags, stiletto + slipper hybrids. Lyrics of sleepwear mixing with powerwear, perfect for Priestly’s world.
I am über excited about this movie. I just hope they don’t give away too much, I have been seeing a LOT of photos around the web.
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