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| Where Was The Devil Wears Prada 2 Filmed? Inside Every Glam, Grit, and Runway-Ready Location Behind the Sequel. (Credits: IMDb) |
The answer is simple: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) was filmed across some of the most recognisable and quietly controlled corners of New York, New Jersey, and Italy, but not every detail was made public at the time—and that was entirely deliberate.
With production operating under the working title ‘Cerulean’, the team kept things tight to avoid disruptions, meaning what we now know is only part of the full picture. Still, what has surfaced is enough to map out a seriously stylish filming footprint.
At the centre of it all is New York City, where the sequel leans heavily into its fashion-world DNA. Manhattan does most of the heavy lifting again, with Chelsea doubling as a polished, high-end backdrop for editorial life, while the Upper West Side—specifically the American Museum of Natural History—steps in for a Met Gala-style spectacle that looks every bit as exclusive as it sounds.
Over in Central Park, production captured those classic reflective moments—yes, the ones where characters walk briskly while clearly rethinking their entire career choices.
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The nostalgia factor kicks in hard at East 73rd Street, where Miranda Priestly’s townhouse returns, unchanged and still intimidating. Meanwhile, 1221 Avenue of the Americas once again channels corporate power, likely standing in for the fictional publishing empire’s HQ.
The production didn’t stop at Manhattan’s polished edges. Brooklyn adds texture, with scenes unfolding around Long Island Bar, giving the story a slightly more grounded, off-duty energy.
Then there’s Long Island’s Centre Island, where a waterfront estate quietly delivers understated luxury—think less chaos, more quiet wealth.
And yes, for those clocking background details, SoHo also makes a confirmed appearance, bringing its signature cast-iron architecture and fashion retail chaos into the mix, because no fashion film skips SoHo unless it’s making a statement.
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Across the river, New Jersey plays a surprisingly major role, and not just as a stand-in. Newark Liberty International Airport steps in for a major airport sequence, doubling convincingly thanks to easier logistics.
In Edison, a real working business—Edison Millwork and Hardware—grounds the film in something refreshingly ordinary, a sharp contrast to couture gowns and editorial deadlines.
Then comes Hackettstown, where the Livestock Auction setting adds an unexpected rural twist, proving this sequel isn’t afraid to step outside glossy city life. It’s oddly fitting, in a “fashion meets reality” kind of way.
Jersey City and wider Hudson County quietly carry a large chunk of the production load. The streets here mimic Manhattan’s density without the same level of chaos, making them ideal for controlled shoots.
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In Hoboken, the film taps into its historic charm, with sequences shot around 9th and Hudson Street and the Stevens Institute of Technology, the latter doubling as a lively party setting that feels worlds away from Runway’s boardroom tension.
And just to sharpen the contrast further, Montclair joins the list as a confirmed filming spot, bringing leafy streets and upscale suburban calm into the visual mix—because even fashion power players need a break from skyscrapers.
Then the film does what every fashion sequel eventually must—go international. Milan, Lombardy becomes the European centrepiece, with filming tied directly to Dolce & Gabbana’s Milan Fashion Week show. The production doesn’t just borrow the setting; it fully leans into it.
Landmarks like Piazza del Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and Via Monte Napoleone deliver peak fashion energy, while cultural heavyweights such as Teatro alla Scala and Pinacoteca di Brera add a layer of old-world prestige. The inclusion of Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa signals pure luxury—no surprises there.
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Beyond Milan, Lake Como offers a shift in tone. At Villa del Balbiano, the film embraces full cinematic indulgence—wide shots, quiet tension, and just enough elegance to make every scene feel expensive. It’s the kind of location that doesn’t just support the story; it elevates it.
And because Italy always has more to give, Rome enters the frame as well, with interior scenes tied to Hotel Villa San Lorenzo Maria, blending classic architecture with character-driven moments that feel more intimate and less performative.
Interestingly, reports from the set hint at how tightly controlled production was throughout. Even with major names like Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt returning, many shoots were deliberately low-profile.
One widely noted moment saw Hathaway take a minor fall during filming—quick recovery, no drama, but enough to remind everyone that even high fashion comes with real-world hazards.
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As for audience reaction, it’s been predictably divided but very online. Some viewers are already praising the location choices as “a return to form,” especially the heavy use of New York and Milan, while others are questioning whether the sequel leans too much on nostalgia.
A recurring sentiment across fan spaces is that the film looks “richer but colder,” with settings doing more of the emotional lifting than the characters themselves. Not exactly criticism—more like cautious curiosity.
What’s undeniable is this: The Devil Wears Prada 2 doesn’t just revisit old ground—it expands it, geographically and visually. From Manhattan’s polished chaos to Milan’s fashion dominance and New Jersey’s unexpected realism, the film builds a world that feels bigger, sharper, and slightly more self-aware.
So, if you’re already eyeing a travel list inspired by Runway’s world, these locations aren’t just backdrops—they’re part of the story’s identity. The real question is, which one are you heading to first—and are you doing it in heels or trainers?