Who Was the Real Emily From ‘The Devil Wears Prada’?

A case of mistaken identity worthy of an Oscar Wilde farce: as one Vogue writer is swept into viral TikTok speculation that she’s the real Emily from The Devil Wears Prada—read on to hear her side of the story.

Plus, Michelle Obama models the perfect spring outfit formula, which can take you from the office to a night out.

HANNAH JACKSON
FASHION WRITER, VOGUE

The Importance of Not Being Emily

BY PLUM SYKES

It is a rarity in the modern world to find oneself slap-bang in the middle of a case of mistaken identity, but find myself misidentified I do.

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Michelle Obama Models the Perfect Spring Outfit Formula

BY HANNAH JACKSON

Michelle Obama can easily take her spring outfit from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Ask Earl With Laurel Pantin: How to Style Primary Colors for Spring

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