My Dress-Up Darling, the heartwarming rom-com anime that became a global sensation in 2022, is returning with its eagerly awaited second season, set to premiere in July 2025. Studio CloverWorks released a vibrant new trailer on May 9, 2025, highlighting the opening theme “Ao to Kirameki” by Spira Spica and teasing more cosplay adventures for Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo. Shared via the official My Dress-Up Darling website (bisquedoll-anime.com), the trailer has fans buzzing with excitement. Here’s everything you need to know about the trailer, the July 2025 release, and what to expect from Season 2.
First Trailer: My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 Officially Confirmed For 2025
New Trailer Highlights: Spira Spica’s Opening Theme and Cosplay Magic
The “OP Theme Trailer,” unveiled on May 9, 2025, through Aniplex’s YouTube channel and the official My Dress-Up Darling website, introduces “Ao to Kirameki” by Spira Spica, a lively track that captures the series’ energetic spirit. The trailer blends nostalgic clips from Season 1 with new footage, showcasing Marin’s dazzling new cosplay outfits and Gojo’s growing confidence as a craftsman. It hints at the emotional and romantic progression following Season 1’s cliffhanger, where Marin confessed her feelings to a seemingly asleep Gojo over a video call, without revealing major spoilers.
CloverWorks’ signature animation shines, with intricate costume designs and expressive character moments that promise to elevate the cosplay-filled story. The trailer underscores the expanding world of Marin and Gojo, teasing new interactions with classmates and cosplay friends, making it a must-watch for fans eager to see their favorite duo back in action.
Season 2 Release Date and Broadcast Details
My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 will premiere in July 2025, joining the Summer 2025 anime lineup. In Japan, the series will air on multiple networks, including:
- TOKYO MX, BS11, Gunma TV, Tochigi TV: Every Friday at 24:00 (midnight JST)
- AT-X: Every Sunday at 22:00 (10:00 PM JST)
- Hokkaido Broadcast: Every Thursday at 25:26 (1:26 AM JST)
For international fans, Crunchyroll is expected to simulcast the series, following its role as the primary platform for Season 1, with subtitled and dubbed versions available in regions like North America, Europe, and India. Dubbed releases in English, Latin American Spanish, and other languages will likely follow, though specific dates are pending. Additional streaming platforms in Japan include ABEMA, d Anime Store, U-NEXT, and Hulu. Fans should check local services like Crunchyroll for simulcast details closer to the premiere.
To build anticipation, Season 1 is currently being re-broadcast in Japan starting April 2025, airing on the same networks as above, offering a perfect chance to revisit Marin and Gojo’s story.
What to Expect from My Dress Up Darling Season 2
Based on Shinichi Fukuda’s manga, serialized in Young GANGAN and Manga UP! by Square Enix, Season 2 will continue from Chapter 40, following the first season’s adaptation of Volumes 1–5 (up to Chapter 39). With the manga concluding in March 2025 across 14 volumes and over 12 million copies sold, Season 2 is expected to cover arcs like the School Festival Arc, introducing new characters such as Amane, a cross-dressing cosplayer, and Akira, who inspire Marin’s creative cosplay projects. The season will delve deeper into Marin’s feelings for Gojo, exploring whether he heard her confession and how their relationship evolves amidst their shared passion for cosplay.
Fans can anticipate more elaborate costumes, heartfelt moments, and the challenges of balancing creativity with personal growth. The story will expand Marin and Wakana’s world through interactions with classmates and new cosplay friends, as they navigate the thrills and uncertainties of their budding romance.
Staff and Cast: A Stellar Team Returns
CloverWorks is back with a talented team to bring Season 2 to life:
- Original Story: Shinichi Fukuda (Serialized in Young Gangan, Square Enix)
- Director: Keisuke Shinohara
- Story Editing & Script: Yoriko Tomita
- Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Kazumasa Ishida
- Assistant Director: Yusuke Yamamoto
- Chief Animation Directors: Jun Yamazaki, Yohei Yaegashi
- Main Animator: Naoya Takahashi
- Costume Design: Erika Nishihara
- Prop Design: Ayumi Nagaki
- Color Design: Mai Yamaguchi
- Art Director: Hiroyuki Nemoto
- Photography Director: Ruri Sato
- Technical Director: Yuya Sakuma
- CG Director: Ren Jie
- Editor: Daisuke Hiraki
- Sound Director: Akiko Fujita
- Music: Takeshi Nakatsuka, Hiroki Nozaki
- Sound Effects: Airi Kobayashi
- Animation: CloverWorks
The returning cast includes:
- Marin Kitagawa: Hina Suguta
- Wakana Gojo: Shoya Ishige
- Sajuna Inui: Atsumi Tanezaki
- Shinju Inui: Hina Yomiya
- Kaoru Gojo: Atsushi Ono
Why My Dress Up Darling is in Hype
My Dress-Up Darling became a cultural phenomenon in 2022, earning accolades like Best New Anime and Best Girl/Boy at Crunchyroll’s 2022 Anime Awards for its unique blend of cosplay culture, relatable characters, and slow-burn romance. The May 9 trailer, with Spira Spica’s infectious opening theme, has reignited fan enthusiasm, promising more of the heartfelt storytelling and stunning visuals that made the series a hit. The manga’s recent conclusion has heightened demand for the anime to adapt its later arcs, positioning Season 2 as a highlight of the Summer 2025 romance lineup, alongside other CloverWorks projects like The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity.
Fans can prepare for Season 2 by rewatching Season 1 on Crunchyroll, available in multiple languages, or catching the ongoing Season 1 re-broadcast in Japan, airing weekly from April 2025. The manga, starting from Volume 6 (Chapter 40), is available via Square Enix Books in English for those wanting to read ahead. The live-action My Dress-Up Darling drama, which aired in October 2024 on MBS, offers another way to revisit the story. For updates, visit bisquedoll-anime.com or follow the official social media on X (@kisekoi_anime) and TikTok (@kisekoi_anime). Crunchyroll’s website will provide streaming details closer to July 2025, and events like AnimeJapan 2025 may bring additional reveals.
Final Thoughts: A Cosplay Romance Ready to Shine
The May 9, 2025, trailer for My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 has set the stage for a triumphant return in July 2025, with Marin and Gojo’s cosplay-fueled romance poised to captivate fans anew. CloverWorks’ gorgeous animation, Spira Spica’s vibrant opening theme, and the promise of new arcs make Season 2 a must-watch for Summer 2025.
Stay tuned to animeking for the latest, and get ready to dive back into the thrilling, heartfelt world of My Dress-Up Darling.
