If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. After a highly publicized press tour and a slew of collaborations — from nail files to vodka — “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is finally out in the world, having released in theaters on May 1. Ahead of its long-awaited arrival, Samsung was one of the brands to enter the glitzy, high-stakes universe of Runway Magazine: unveiling an ad spot starring Helen J. Shen, who plays Andy Sachs’ assistant, Jin Chao, in the sequel (yes, she has one in her new role as head of the features department, working under Miranda Priestly once again). While the character has already managed to stir up controversy, especially in Asia where some social media users believe Chao’s demeanor, appearance, and lines feed into harmful stereotypes, Samsung’s advertisement achieves the opposite effect: positioning Shen-slash-Chao as som...
Anne Hathaway’s designer style streak for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” press tour continued on Wednesday night with a Versace suited moment on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” in New York City. The Oscar-winning actress wore a black suit with a white dress shirt from the Italian luxury fashion house. The menswear-inspired ensemble featured a pair of tapered black trousers with an ankle hem. The black trousers coordinated with a slightly oversize blazer. Anne Hathaway Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images Design details for the blazer included slouchy shoulders and long sleeves with sharp lapels. Beneath the blazer, Hathaway wore a crisp white dress shirt with buttons down the front placket with shimmering crystalized details. Small details from the look included a breast pocket with a blue and orange cloth pocket square and gold medal embellishment. Hathaway accessorized the look with gold jewelry pieces and completed her attire with strappy platform black heels. Anne Hathaway Todd Ow...