The Bag That Tells Us That Andy Sachs Has Graduated From ‘Fashion Intern’ To True Industry Insider

As The Devil Wears Prada 2 buzz builds, people aren’t just curious about the plot - they’re watching what Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs will be wearing. It’s been a while since we saw her first step into the fashion world, nervous and unsure, trading her lumpy blue sweater for designer looks. Her latest accessory choice speaks volumes about where her style stands now, and that’s clear from the vintage Coach Metropolitan Briefcase she’s been spotted carrying on set.

It’s not a flashy Chloe Paddington or a oversized Balenciaga City Bag drowning in bag charms or a Labubu’s. Instead, it’s a satchel with history - the kind of bag that’s been around since 1987, built to last, with real character (no pun intended).

Strutting the streets of New York, she’s pulled the vintage Coach bag a few times to what we can only assume are days in the office. Our favourite look thus far has to be the crisp all-white ensemble - Phoebe Philo top and Nili Logan cotton-blend tapered pants - topped off with Modellerie spiked leather heels from Prada.

Satchels like this have always been practical but stylish, favoured by people who want something functional but classic. Fashion insiders rarely wear the loudest pieces in the room. The more experience someone has in the industry, the more their style tends to strip back - fewer logos, quieter choices, better cuts, better materials.

And now, decades later, these older models are almost impossible to find - especially in good condition. When they do surface on resale sites, they rarely stick around for long, often selling anywhere from £200 to £500 depending on the wear and colourway.

The Metropolitan Briefcase fits into that world easily. It’s structured, well-made, and doesn’t ask for attention. Andy carrying it says a lot. It’s not a stretch to say she could have any designer bag she wants and she’s not interested in keeping up with trends or chasing the latest drop. Andy’s Coach satchel is a quiet reminder that sometimes, the best style is the one with history behind it.

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

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