Meryl Streep’s Cerulean Sweater Is a Full-Circle Devil Wears Prada Moment
By Alexus Mosley
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More than a decade after The Devil Wears Prada cemented itself as a cultural touchstone, Meryl Streep is still speaking its language. This time, quite literally, in cerulean.
Appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Streep wore a rich cerulean blue sweater that immediately called to mind one of the film’s most iconic moments: Miranda Priestly’s now-legendary monologue dissecting the origins of “that blue sweater.” It’s a scene that transformed fashion commentary into cultural canon, and nearly 20 years later, its relevance hasn’t faded.
The choice was a quiet wink to audiences who still quote the speech word-for-word. Because cerulean, as Miranda once explained, is never just cerulean. But the moment wasn’t only about nostalgia. During her appearance, Streep reflected on the evolving landscape of Hollywood, particularly when it comes to female-led films. She noted how perceptions and budgets have shifted over time, a conversation that feels especially timely as anticipation builds around The Devil Wears Prada 2.
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In many ways, the cerulean sweater becomes more than a reference. It’s a reminder of how deeply the film permeated culture, reshaping not just fashion dialogue but also the way audiences understand influence, taste, and power.
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