In a city where style meets innovation, Columbus delivers a fashion-forward itinerary worthy of your favorite characters from "The Devil Wears Prada". Whether you’re commanding the room like Miranda Priestly or finding your footing à la Andy Sachs, consider this your insider guide to navigating Ohio's capital with impeccable taste, of course.
Let's set the stage (or runway). Some of the nation's most well-known fashion brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, DSW and Victoria's Secret, are headquartered here, making Columbus the home of the highest concentration of fashion professionals in the U.S. But the special thing about the fashion scene in Columbus is the independent designers, models, and emerging talent on display at events like Fashion Week Columbus and the CCAD Fashion Show.
Now back to business. Find your favorite character below to see how we think they would spend the perfect day in Columbus. That's all.
Source: Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
Miranda Priestly — The Power Player
The Arrival
She doesn’t arrive—she enters. Touching down via NetJets, a private car is already waiting on the tarmac. Minutes later, she’s gliding into Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph, where only the Presidential Suite will suffice.
The Look
Nothing off-the-rack, obviously. A custom design by Celeste Malvar-Stewart, whose work has graced Vogue Philippines, ensures Miranda remains effortlessly ahead of the curve.
The Itinerary
The front row is the only row at Fashion Week Columbus, where she surveys the next wave of talent. Meanwhile, the twins are quietly refining their cultural palate—taking in a performance by BalletMet and enjoying exclusive, after-hours access to the Pizzuti Collection.
The Table
Dinner is a solo affair at Veritas, named Restaurant of the Year by USA Today, where every bite is intentional and every moment...silent.
Smartypants Vintage. Source: Smartypants Instagram
Andy Sachs — The Curious Newcomer
The Arrival
She lands at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, slightly overwhelmed but determined. A rideshare later, and she’s stepping into the city that’s about to change everything.
The Look
After a deep dive through the racks at Smartypants Vintage, Andy scores a cerulean blazer that feels like a win, and she loves that she's giving the previously worn piece new life. It may not be couture, but it’s a start.
The Itinerary
A quick stop at Easton Town Center turns into hours as she runs errands for Miranda at some of the best-known fashion brands like Gucci, Tiffany & Co. and more. Between stops, she finds inspiration while wandering the Columbus Museum of Art, then hunts down a rare, Miranda-worthy find at The Book Loft, perhaps a special-edition Harry Potter.
The Table
Lunch is fast, functional and fashionable at Northstar Café; organic, efficient, and eaten while juggling three phones.
Source: Pistacia Vera
Emily Charlton — The Fashion Insider
The Arrival
She’s already here, and she’s been here. Emily doesn’t travel; she circulates. Her car drops her curbside in the Short North Arts District, 10 minutes ahead of schedule.
The Look
Sharp tailoring and statement pieces pulled from Ladybird and Rowe Boutique, because trends are fleeting, but taste is not.
The Itinerary
She starts her morning with pastries at Pistacia Vera, a small nod to the Paris trip that should have been hers. Then it’s gallery hopping along High Street, offering critiques no one asked for, but everyone respects.
The Table
At Service Bar, she sips a perfectly dry martini while silently assessing every outfit in the room. Few pass.
Butcher & Rose. Source: Cameron Mitchell Restaurants.
Nigel Kipling — The Tastemaker
The Arrival
Effortless. Understated. Nigel checks in at The Junto Hotel without fanfare, because when you know, you know.
The Look
Expert layering anchored by a standout piece from Samson: A Men’s Emporium, a staple in the Short North Arts District for more than a decade. It’s fashion with intention: timeless, not trendy.
The Itinerary
He spends the afternoon at Columbus College of Art & Design, offering wisdom to emerging designers who hang on every word. After, he browses A.J. Soseby for a high-end, thoughtful gift to send as a "thank you" to his last coffee meeting. The evening winds down with cocktails at The Citizens Trust for a nightcap that is equal parts refined and relaxed.
The Table
For lunch, it’s a power move at Butcher & Rose—where classic steakhouse energy meets modern polish. The conversation? As impeccable as the tailoring.
