Latest trailer My Dress-Up Darling season 2 has been released ahead of its airing in July 2025. This short trailer shows the continuation of Marin and Gojo's story, as well as the new opening song that will be used in the season.
Story and Trailer
My Dress-Up Darling season 2 continues the story of Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa as they become more active in the cosplay world. After some shared experiences in the previous season, Marin has more characters she wants to cosplay, while Gojo begins to tackle more complex costume-making challenges.
In this season, they will meet new friends and explore the wider cosplay community. Their journey also brings new dynamics to their personal relationship, including a slowly developing change in feelings.
The latest trailer features a snippet of the opening song titled "Ao to Kirameki" sung by Spira Spica. The song arrangements used support the cheerful atmosphere that is one of the series' trademarks. In addition, some new characters are also seen in the trailer, giving an idea that the story will encompass more than just the interaction of the two main characters.
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Production Staff
My Dress-Up Darling season 2 continues to be produced by CloverWorks, the studio that also worked on the first season. The studio is also known to have handled various other anime titles.
Key staff involved in the production of this season include:
- Director: Keisuke Shinohara
- Series Composition: Yoriko Tomita
- Character Design, Chief Animation Director: Kazumasa Ishida
- Music: Takeshi Nakatsuka
The list of returning voice actors for this season:
- Hina Suguta as Marin Kitagawa
- Shoya Ishige as Wakana Gojo
- Atsumi Tanezaki as Sajuna Inui
- Hina Youmiya as Shinju Inui
- Atsushi Ono as Kaoru Gojo
- Nowa Sugaya as Larissa Tago Takeda
- Misaki Kuno as Liz
- Sakura Tange as Mirai Tengeji
- Akira Sekine as Rune
- Yusuke Shirai as Kaname
The return of these staff and voice actors signifies continuity in the approach to production and characterization that has been built since the beginning.
About My Dress-Up Darling
My Dress-Up Darling adapted from the manga by Shinichi Fukuda, which was serialized in the magazine Young Gangan owned by Square Enix. The first season aired in January 2022 and attracted attention through its incorporation of traditional Japanese crafts and cosplay culture.
The story follows Wakana Gojo, a high school student who specializes in making Hina dolls. He lives in a small circle until he meets Marin Kitagawa, a popular student with a passion for cosplay. Their interactions pave the way for a creative partnership that leads to developments in each other's personal lives.
My Dress-Up Darling is known for its depiction of naturally evolving relationships, as well as its fusion of the traditional art world and modern pop culture expressions. Season 2 is expected to expand the narrative by introducing new characters and dynamics relevant to the cosplay world.
My Dress-Up Darling season 2 is scheduled to air in July 2025. More information about its viewing platforms will likely be announced closer to the time of release.
Source: Aniplex YouTube channel
