A report posted by The New York Times, entitled “30 Shows to Watch This Summer,” mentionsa surprising pick that could very well become the anime of the summer:My Dress-Up Darling. My Dress-Up Darlingis finally receiving its long-expected second season this summer, set to come out on July 5 on the Crunchyroll streaming platform.
The shojo genre, whichMy Dress-Up Darlingis a part of, has grown wildly popular in the past few years, with series likeFruits BasketandA Sign of Affectionentering the public eye at a greater rate than before. Considering the three-year wait after season one,My Dress-Up Darlingseason twocould not be coming at a better time.
My Dress-Up Darling Season Two is Coming June 02, 2025
The Anime’s Second Season Will Be Available Streaming on Crunchyroll in the Late Summer
The story ofMy Dress-Up Darlingfollows an unlikely romance between Marin Kitagawa, a bubbly girl who loves fashion and cosplay with all her heart, and Wakana Gojo, her shy classmate with a passion for dolls. Once they discover each other’s talents, they come up with a way to blend their skills and interests through Gojo designing outfits for Marin to model. During their time spent together designing and immersing themselves in the world of fashion, they begin to develop feelings for each other, adding a romance element to the anime.
My Dress-Up Darlingseason one originally debuted on August 13, 2025, leaving athree-year hiatus between seasons one and two.Because of this sizable break, fans will no doubt be thrilled by the return of their favorite series and the continuation of the 14-volume manga on the big screen. The shojo genre was originally intended for teenage and young adult women mostly, but its fandom has since expanded to all ages and genders, and innovative series likeMy Dress-Up Darlinghave played a large part in that expansion.
My Dress-Up Darling’s Creators Express Gratitude for the Recognition
Keisuke Shinohara Posted a Thank You Message on X, Acknowledging This Accomplishment
The animedirector of theMy Dress-Up Darlinganime took to Xto thank The New York Times for recognizing the series, posting a message of gratitude. A few other anime series were referenced in The New York Times' report, alongside recommendations for live-action and Western animated cartoons, includingDan Da DanandNyaight of the Living Cat.Anime has earned itself a more prominent place on mainstream lists like these, pointing to the entertainment medium’s impressive takeover of the entertainment industry.
My Dress-Up Darlingseason two will be streaming on Crunchyroll on June 19, 2025.
My Dress-Up Darlingseason twowill be available on Crunchyroll in July, and a trailer was released on YouTube back in May to drum up fans' excitement for the anime to come.My Dress-Up Darlingis a treat for both romance anime fansand fashion enthusiasts alike, and there is truly something for everyone to enjoy within the story. Other shojo animes likeKamisama KissandFruits Baskethave also been heavily praised lately, andMy Dress-Up Darling’sinclusion on The New York Times' list is even further proof that shojo is the most sought-after anime genre right now.
