Anne Hathaway Reclaims Her 'Devil Wears Prada' Era in Valentino Pre-Fall 2026

The neon-lit streets of Tokyo served as the ultimate backdrop for a fashion homecoming that felt both revolutionary and deeply familiar. Anne Hathaway arrived for the The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere tour in a look that signaled a significant shift toward a “dense, devotional maximalism,” courtesy of Alessandro Michele’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection for Valentino. Styled by Erin Walsh, with makeup by Gucci Westman and hair by Orlando Pita, the ensemble was a masterclass in heritage reimagined for a new era of global glamour.

Maximalist Layering & Revised Tailoring

The look combines bold horizontal stripes with a large, statement-making red bow and tiered necklaces, showcasing a “magpie instinct” for rich, layered details. This isn’t just about assembly; it’s about the visceral impact of texture and proportion. The silhouette features high-waisted, wide-leg pleated trousers in a classic tan hue, paired with a structured, cropped striped jacket. This play on proportions creates a modern, sophisticated silhouette that still feels rooted in vintage elegance, proving that Michele’s tenure at Valentino is already redefining the house’s visual language.

“The architectural precision of the shoulder line elevates this from mere garment to wearable sculpture.”

The Cultural Return of Andy Sachs

Perhaps the most significant beauty move was the return of Hathaway’s character Andy Sachs’ signature blunt bangs, updated with a contemporary edge for the 2026 landscape. Created by hairstylist Orlando Pita, the new fringe is a wispy, face-framing “bottleneck” style—a lighter, more tactile alternative to the thick, uniform fringe of the 2006 original. It’s a nostalgic nod that doesn’t feel like a costume, but rather a sophisticated evolution of a cinematic icon.

Hathaway’s Tokyo appearance confirms that the “Method Dressing” trend has shifted into a higher gear. Michele draws from the Valentino archives, using legacy materials like poplin and wool to create “essential pieces” that speak a new, playful language. It’s a celebration of fashion as narrative, where the past is not just remembered, but actively reinvented for the current cultural moment.