- The new trailer for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” has unexpectedly sparked a major fashion controversy online.
- The source of the outrage is a closeup of Miranda Priestly wearing Valentino Rockstud stilettos, a shoe that peaked in popularity in 2010.
- Fans and fashion critics on social media have labeled the choice a “diabolical move,” questioning the iconic editor’s fashion-forward credibility.
- Experts are now debating whether this is a genuine misstep or a calculated marketing ploy designed to create buzz and even revive a decade-old trend.
The Devil Wears… Dated Valentino?
That’s all. The first trailer for the highly anticipated sequel, “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” has arrived, and it has sent the fashion world into a tailspin—but not for the reasons you might think. While star Anne Hathaway celebrated the release as a gift for “everybody’s birthday,” the internet has zeroed in on a single, “diabolical” detail: Miranda Priestly’s choice of footwear.
The trailer opens with a powerful shot of the fearsome fashion editor’s feet, striding in red-studded stilettos. However, eagle-eyed fans immediately identified them as Valentino Rockstuds, a shoe that was ubiquitous among fashion editors in 2010. For a character as relentlessly current as Miranda Priestly, wearing what many consider a “passe” shoe in 2025 is being treated as nothing short of a fashion crime.
Social Media Slams the “Diabolical” Choice
The reaction was swift and merciless. Under a post by the Who What Wear Instagram account, the comments section lit up with criticism. “Giving rockstuds that much airtime was a … choice,” one user wrote. Another commented with a simple but damning, “no to shoes.”
The debate raged even harder on TikTok, where creator NewsWithLils summed up the collective shock: “I’m no fashion expert but even I know Miranda Priestly wearing Valentino rockstud shoes in 2025 is a diabolical move and not in a good way.”
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A Calculated Controversy or a Fashion Fail?
This explosive reaction highlights a growing trend of intense online scrutiny over costumes in fashion-centric films and television shows. Much like the fan outrage over perceived inaccuracies in the forthcoming Carolyn Bessette Kennedy biopic, these debates demonstrate a deep audience investment. This begs the question: could the choice have been deliberate? Some insiders speculate that showcasing a “wrong” shoe could be a genius marketing move, intentionally designed to get the internet talking and generate buzz months before the film’s release.
The Case for a Rockstud Revival
Not everyone sees it as a misstep. There’s a growing theory that the shoe’s inclusion is a clever, forward-thinking play. Julia Hobbs, a senior editor at Vogue, points to the shoe’s nostalgic value. “When I started at Vogue in 2011, I remember Rockstuds being a familiar sight,” she says. “In my mind, there’s something deeply nostalgic about them.”
Hobbs suggests that what feels outdated is often ripe for a comeback. “If I were to play devil’s advocate, I’d say I’m always here for a vintage shoe revival,” she adds. “And if anyone can kickstart a shoe trend, it’s Miranda Priestly.” Whether it’s a diabolical mistake or a brilliant fashion prophecy, one thing is certain: everyone is talking about Miranda’s red shoes.