A million girls would give anything to work as personal assistant to fashion mogul Miranda Priestly. Known for her cold and hardened nature and sophisticated style, Runway Magazine's editor-in-chief is the one who defines what's in and out of style from season to season, and is adored by the entire industry. Of all the applicants for the assistant role, the one who finally lands is Andy Sachs, an aspiring journalist fresh out of college. The position could open many doors for her, but there's one catch: she's anything but a fashion icon, and finding her place among the rest of the Runway staff will prove a daunting task. That's the premise of The devil wears Prada, the 2006 film directed by David Frankel and based on the novel of the same name by Lauren Weisberger. This production stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, along with Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Simon Baker and Adrian Grenier. The film became a box office hit and was highly acclaimed, garnering many nominations and awards, especially for Streep, who used method acting to perform her role.
The devil wears Prada is a film set in the world of fashion and although many designers provided clothes for the characters, the majority of them refused to appear on screen. This stemmed directly from the fact that Lauren Weisberger used her time as an assistant to Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of Vogue, to write her novel, so they didn't want to offend her. Patricia Field was responsible for the costume design of this production and she certainly provided some very memorable moments. Here are 10 of the most fashionable moments in The devil wears Prada.
10 Andy's outfit for the first day
Despite not being the most fashion-conscious candidate, Andy manages to land the position of Miranda's second assistant. Maybe that's why Miranda hires her in the first place. On her first day at work, Andy shows up in a sky blue sweater, skirt and out-of-fashion shoes that make her look much older than she actually is. No doubt this outfit reflects how unimportant fashion is to her: Andy is confident in her abilities, so she doesn't understand why she should bother with her looks. However, things change when she realizes that fitting into the fashion world is difficult, and with Nigel's guidance, she radically changes her style. While Andy's outfit for her first day at work is far from the best, it is her starting point in fashion and therefore deserves a place on this list.
9 Emily's brown dress
Actress Emily Blunt plays Emily Charlton, Miranda's first assistant. This young woman is both glamorous and ruthless, something she believes is essential to make it in the industry. Emily takes her job way too seriously, she understands that any mistake can fire her, and she shows up every day in the most cutting-edge outfits. For all these reasons, Andy's arrival as Miranda's second assistant and her quick adaptability infuriate her as she becomes a major threat who ends up stealing her job. Emily has worn some cool outfits throughout the movie, but the brown gingham dress she wears to Andy's daytime makeover is by far one of her best outfits, highlighting her red hair and pale skin.
8 Miranda's red fur coat
Miranda Priestly is one of the biggest names in fashion, so it's to be expected that everything she wears makes a statement or at least is consistent with her style. The look of the editor-in-chief of Runway Magazine is generally quite classic, as is the way she styles her hair, keeping it identical throughout the film. However, every once in a while she chooses to wear a starring piece of clothing that is bound to steal the spotlight. One such case is the fuzzy red fur coat she wears to the office, which when combined with her haircut and icy demeanor reminds us of Disney's iconic villain Cruella De Vil.
7 Every look Nigel wore
Nigel is the art director of Runway Magazine and one of the few people Miranda really trusts. He worked there for almost 20 years, earned the respect of everyone around him and became one of the company's most valuable assets. Fashion means everything to Nigel, and working in industry has always been his biggest dream. That's why he's so indignant that Andy doesn't understand how lucky she is to have been given such an opportunity. Throughout the film, Nigel is seen wearing a variety of classic outfits, accentuated with his round-rimmed black glasses, which perfectly sums up his textured yet fun style. The man is an industry veteran and knows exactly what to wear to stand out in a crowd without flashy colors or prints.
6 Andy's green jacket
After Andy radically changes her look on her first day at Runway Magazine, the film introduces a montage featuring several of Andy's work outfits to Madonna's iconic song "Vogue." Of all these outfits, the one that stands out the most is a vibrant green coat with leopard cuffs reminiscent of Jackie Kennedy. This particular garment is a vintage find that unnerved Hathaway, though she had to let it go after it was decided that the production's entire wardrobe would be donated to charity. However, the story has a happy ending: knowing how obsessed Hathaway was with this coat, her then-boyfriend tracked it down and bought it for her as a gift, so she ended up getting the piece anyway.
5 Andy's last look
After a brief but significant time at Runway, Andy reconnects with her roots and understands it's time to quit her job and pursue her dreams. Her latest outfit in the film perfectly combines the style she had before joining Runway and the style she adopted while working for the magazine: she wears a black turtleneck, dark jeans and a brown leather jacket. This urban ensemble proves that even though her obsession with fashion is long gone, she's been able to take some good advice from her Runway days and apply it to this new, authentic version of herself.
4 Miranda's iconic purple dress
Overall, the editor-in-chief of Runway Magazine stands out for wearing glamorous, yet classic and clean-cut outfits. Miranda knows fashion like no other and understands how to stand out from the crowd by keeping it simple. Probably her most iconic outfit in the film was her first: a purple dress paired with red heels and a long black coat. While the dress may seem overly simple, it's the intense shade of purple that immediately catches the eye.
According to the psychology of color, purple is closely associated with royalty and power. The reason behind this is that purple was the most difficult dye to obtain in ancient times, as it was not commonly found in nature, increasing the cost exponentially. The only people who could afford it were royalty or wealthy families, hence the color's association with wealth. Considering that Miranda is at the top of the fashion industry, it's safe to say that choosing purple for her most iconic outfit was definitely the right choice.
3 Andy: Flawless and magnetic in Paris
After Emily's work performance declined, Miranda opted not to take her to Paris Fashion Week and went with Andy instead, sending her assistant into a rage. The journey proved to be enlightening for Hathaway's character, who eventually realized she had to leave Runway Magazine and quit her job. But before she left, she pulled off one of her best looks in the entire movie: a gorgeous dark green vintage dress that perfectly reflected everything she'd learned from her days on Runway. She accessorized this outfit with black leather gloves, a gold handbag and bold red lips.
2 Miranda, Emily and Andy at the benefit gala
The benefit organized by Runway is a milestone in Andy's career progression, as is the moment when Miranda decides to promote her as her first assistant and take her on a trip to Paris instead of Emily, impressed by her vast knowledge of all guests at the meeting. Both Miranda and her assistants are immaculately dressed, all three in black dresses that emphasize each other's personal style, yet complement each other.
1 Andy's extreme makeover
Making it to the top of this ranking is without a doubt the most iconic moment of the entire film: Andy's makeover. Shortly after joining Runway Magazine, she realizes that in order to fit into her new workplace and gain everyone's respect, she must completely change her image. That's why she asks fashion expert Nigel for help, who puts together different outfits for her with garments from the most exclusive designers and lets her change her hairstyle. The next day, as Emily criticizes her with a co-worker, Andy proudly walks into the office in one of the most memorable outfits in the movie: a black jacket, matching skirt, and thigh-high Chanel boots that make her co-workers gasp. With this bold statement outfit, Andy proves that she is a powerhouse and that no one should have underestimated her.
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