Meryl Streep: 'Devil Wears Prada' Fashion Was a Struggle

Meryl Streep, reprising her role as Miranda Priestly in "The Devil Wears Prada 2," disclosed that finding wardrobe for the first film was a significant challenge. Designers reportedly feared Anna Wintour, the inspiration for Priestly, leading to a reluctance to provide clothing. This contrasted with the approach for the upcoming sequel, where Priestly's fashion has been refined to a simpler, more essential style. Streep noted adjustments to her character's look, including a less elaborate hairstyle.

Anna Wintour expressed her honor at being portrayed by Streep, despite the character's differences from her own persona. Wintour recounted her initial nervousness about a sequel and her direct contact with Streep to gauge its suitability. Streep assured Wintour of the sequel's quality after reviewing the script, reinforcing their collaborative understanding regarding the iconic character.