Emily Blunt went to extreme lengths to keep her red carpet look under wraps. The actress reportedly made a stealthy exit through the back corridors of her hotel ahead of the “The Devil Wears Prada 2” premiere in New York City, weaving through service hallways and slipping out a side door to dodge photographers. Bottom line? Emily Blunt’s route to the red carpet was anything but glamorous, despite what she was wearing.
Emily Blunt Sneaks Out Back To Avoid Paparazzi Ahead Of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Premiere
According to Page Six sources, she navigated through the hotel’s behind-the-scenes maze before heading to Lincoln Center, all while dressed in a champagne-colored couture gown featuring a dramatic tiered skirt and a necklace made up of more than 300 pearls.
“It was a funny sight to see Blunt in a massive, priceless couture Schiaparelli gown passing by dumpsters and staff folding laundry,” one source said, while another insider added that hotel staff was caught completely off guard by the unexpected moment.
Blunt’s Couture Look Too Dramatic To Sit
The intricate design of the gown, from Daniel Roseberry’s Spring/Summer 2026 Couture collection, reportedly made it nearly impossible for Blunt to sit down. After slipping out of the hotel, she hopped into a Sprinter van for the short ride to the premiere, where she reportedly remained standing the entire time.
“My stylist Jessica Paster sent it to me from the couture runway, and knew it would be the one,” Blunt told Vogue. “And if you’re going to go big for a premiere, well, I’m not sure there’s one more appropriate for this dress than ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ premiere.”
Blunt later changed into a second look by Balmain for the afterparty, trading in the oversized skirt for something more manageable.
Meryl Streep’s Jaw-Dropping Reaction To Emily Blunt’s Gown Goes Viral
And if there was any doubt that Blunt nailed the moment, Meryl Streep’s reaction sealed it. In a now-viral clip shared by HELLO! Magazine, Streep was seen giving Blunt’s dramatic Schiaparelli gown a full once-over, and fans couldn’t help but notice the unmistakable Miranda Priestly energy.
As Blunt turned from posing for photos to face her co-stars, Streep’s jaw visibly dropped while taking in the scale of the look, creating a moment that instantly felt straight out of “The Devil Wears Prada.”
Blunt Calls Comeback A ‘Rude Awakening’
Blunt is stepping back into one of her most iconic roles, reprising Emily Charlton in “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” nearly 20 years after the original film’s debut. Reflecting on the return, Blunt previously shared that the franchise still holds deep meaning for the cast. “It has deep emotional roots for a lot” of them, she told PEOPLE, noting that revisiting the world of Runway wasn’t just about “doing a movie.”
But while the nostalgia is real, so are the fashion challenges. “I don’t love wearing heels, so getting back to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ has been a rude awakening for all of us,” she admitted.
Meryl Streep Brings Miranda Priestly Back To Life In Head-Turning Red Cape At NYC Premiere
At the premiere, Blunt reunited with co-stars Anne Hathaway and Streep, who fully stepped back into character. The actress embraced major Miranda Priestly energy in a striking red cape coat from Givenchy, designed by Sarah Burton for the Fall 2026 collection. She paired the dramatic, high-neckline piece with black leather opera gloves, sleek Stuart Weitzman heels, and sparkling David Yurman jewelry, creating a look that felt both powerful and polished.
Hathaway delivered her own standout moment on the red carpet, stepping out in a custom Louis Vuitton gown designed by Nicolas Ghesquière. The bold red satin look featured a structured corseted bodice with a sweetheart neckline, elevated by dramatic pointed details at each side, giving the ensemble a sharp, fashion-forward edge that perfectly fit the high-style world of “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”
The event also drew a major crowd, including Anna Wintour, Lady Gaga, Coco Rocha, Christian Siriano, Marc Jacobs, Dylan Sprouse, Heidi Klum, and Justin Theroux, proving the sequel premiere was as fashionable as fans hoped.
Adding to the intrigue, B.J. Novak shared that his character, Jay Ravitz, will play a disruptive, villain-like role within the Runway fashion empire.