Milan Through a Devil Wears Prada Lens: Inside Hotel Principe di Savoia’s Most Cinematic Luxury Experiences

With The Devil Wears Prada back in the cultural spotlight following the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Milan is once again reclaiming its place as one of the world’s most glamorous fashion capitals. For travellers looking to experience the city through a similarly cinematic lens, few addresses capture that mood quite like Hotel Principe di Savoia from the Dorchester Collection portfolio.

Long associated with old-world elegance, Milanese sophistication, and discreet luxury, the hotel is now offering guests a series of immersive experiences inspired by the craftsmanship, glamour, and Italian lifestyle that continue to define both the city and the enduring appeal of the film franchise.

One of the most memorable moments in The Devil Wears Prada sees Andy and Emily arriving in style by boat at Villa Balbiano on Lake Como — a scene that perfectly encapsulates Italian luxury at its most aspirational. Guests staying at Hotel Principe di Savoia can now recreate a similar experience through the hotel’s exclusive partnership with Riva, the iconic Italian boatmaker synonymous with timeless elegance.

The hotel’s bespoke Riva Boat Experience transports guests to the lesser-known but equally breathtaking Lake Iseo aboard a classic Riva Aquarama. Cruising across crystal-clear waters framed by mountain villages and historic lakeside towns, guests experience one of Italy’s most authentic and unspoiled destinations far removed from the crowds of the more famous lakes.

The journey also includes a visit to Monte Isola and explores the lake’s rich artistic heritage, including its international recognition as the setting for The Floating Piers in 2016. The experience concludes with an exclusive guided tour through Riva’s private collection of historic vessels, offering rare insight into the craftsmanship and design legacy that shaped modern luxury boating.

Back in Milan, Hotel Principe di Savoia offers a more intimate perspective on the city’s creative identity through its Crafted in Milan experience — a three-hour guided walking tour designed to reveal the artisans and ateliers behind Milan’s reputation as a global fashion and design capital.

Led by a local expert, the tour focuses on the historic Cinque Vie district, an area deeply rooted in artisanal culture and independent craftsmanship. Guests are given behind-the-scenes access to a carefully curated collection of workshops and studios, including female-led ceramic atelier Laboratorio Paravicini, bronze sculptor Osanna Visconti’s design studio, historic jeweller Atelier Merzaghi, handcrafted tarot specialist Il Meneghello, and multidisciplinary reclaimed-materials studio Spaccapanico.

Rather than simply showcasing luxury, the experience highlights the craftsmanship and human artistry that sustain Milan’s creative ecosystem — offering visitors a more authentic understanding of the city beyond the runway shows and flagship boutiques.

Each itinerary is tailored to guests’ personal interests, allowing travellers to meet the makers, designers, and artisans shaping Milan’s cultural identity today.

As fashion tourism continues to evolve beyond shopping alone, Hotel Principe di Savoia’s experiences tap into a growing desire for immersive luxury travel rooted in storytelling, heritage, and craftsmanship. For fans of The Devil Wears Prada, it also offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to step directly into the atmosphere of a film that continues to define modern fashion fantasy nearly two decades later.