WHY'D THEY WEAR THAT?

A pop-culture, fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, 'why'd they wear that?'

WHY'D THEY WEAR THAT? is a tv podcast hosted by Simple Alien, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Simple Alien hosts WHY'D THEY WEAR THAT?, a tv show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #137

  Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Campy Glamour of Mommie Dearest

  Aug 20, 202632 minS1

  In this episode of Why'd They Wear That? , Stacy London and Clinton Kelly take on the glorious excess of Mommie Dearest , breaking down some of Faye Dunaway's most unforgettable looks as Joan Crawford. From silk robes and diamond buckles to sculpted shoulders, custom gloves, enormous brooches, and perfectly coordinated interiors, they explore how the film's lavish costume design helped recreate Crawford's carefully constructed movie-star image. They revisit the matching mother-daughter florals, Joan's impeccably tailored ivory daywear, the legendary "bring me the axe" scene, and a silver sequin gown with architectural shoulders that Stacy thinks could still work on a red carpet today. Along the way, they debate "Crawford Red" lipstick, matching parent-child outfits, impractical gardening clothes, custom gloves, and why the 1940s and 1980s shared such a love of strong shoulders. The movie may be remembered for its camp, but Stacy and Clinton make the case that the costumes, hair, makeup, jewelry, and set design were taken very seriously - and are a huge part of why Mommie Dearest remains so visually unforgettable. Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Why'd They Wear That?: A pop-culture and fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, "Why'd They Wear THAT?" → https://www.whydtheywearthat.com/ Find out more @ ALL CHEWED UP Channel → https://www.allchewedup.com/

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  Episode #136

  Stacy and Clinton Ask: Is Cher Horowitz Really a Fashion Icon?

  Aug 18, 202631 minS1

  In this episode of Why'd They Wear That? , Stacy London and Clinton Kelly finally take on Clueless with special guest Bransen Gates - and ask the question that might get them in trouble: does Cher Horowitz really deserve fashion icon status? Together, they revisit some of the movie's most memorable looks and put Cher head-to-head with Dionne, Amber, and even Branson himself to see whose style actually holds up best. They start with what Clinton considers Cher's best look in the entire movie: a sheer blouse layered over a white tank with a high-waisted trouser and loafer that feels surprisingly current. From there, they tackle the legendary yellow plaid school look, Dionne's coordinating patent accessories and statement hat, '90s brown lipstick, knee-high socks, cropped cardigans, faux fur, animal prints, and the movie's constant battle between polished minimalism and more adventurous personal style. As the matchups continue, Dionne repeatedly steals the spotlight with bolder styling, more range, and the confidence to make every outfit feel completely her own. They also revisit Tai's famous makeover and - after hosting more makeovers than they can count - Stacy and Clinton admit they are a little underwhelmed by the final reveal. They love the joy and confidence behind the transformation, but by What Not to Wear standards, "a top and a skirt" simply would not have been enough. Then it's party time. Cher's famous red mini dress goes up against Dionne's floral top, coordinating braided ribbons, and voluminous satin skirt, while Cher's minimalist Calvin Klein club dress faces Amber's tiara, bow, unitard, and frilly skirt. The verdict keeps coming back to the same idea: Cher always looks beautiful and sophisticated, but the other girls often bring more visual interest and a stronger sense of personal style. Our guest today: Bransen Gates @branhattan Check out his show: "And they were roommates" on youtube.com/@atwrtheseries Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Why'd They Wear That?: A pop-culture and fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, "Why'd They Wear THAT?" → https://www.whydtheywearthat.com/ Find out more @ ALL CHEWED UP Channel → https://www.allchewedup.com/

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  Episode #143

  Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Iconic Style of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

  Aug 13, 202626 minS1

  In this episode of Why'd They Wear That? , Stacy London and Clinton Kelly finally take on the 1953 classic Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and break down the unforgettable wardrobes of Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell. From perfectly fitted black sheaths, leopard scarves, gloves, brooches, muffs, dramatic hats, and crisscross necklines to Jane Russell's bold red tailoring and Asian-inspired headwear, they explore the extraordinary level of thought that went into every accessory, silhouette, and styling decision. They also dissect Jane's black halter look surrounded by a suspiciously coordinated group of scantily clad Olympic athletes, marvel at the styling trick of threading a necklace through a crisscross neckline, and obsess over Marilyn's technically brilliant lilac ensemble. Clinton gets especially detailed about the construction of the knit top, including the nearly invisible ladder stitching and the way the cuffs, belt, and waistband all work together to create an incredibly polished result. Not every famous look escapes criticism. Stacy and Clinton agree that Marilyn's orange evening gown is not one of her most flattering moments, questioning the color, fit, beading, and unfortunate ruching around the "crotchal region." But when it comes time for "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," there is no debate: the pink satin gown, matching gloves, oversized bow, hidden slit, costume diamonds, and now-iconic hair and makeup remain one of the most recognizable fashion moments in movie history. Along the way, they discuss Marilyn's transformation from Norma Jeane into an enduring Hollywood persona, Jane Russell's commanding screen presence, the brutality of the old studio system, fishnet-covered dancers, women used as chandeliers, and whether gentlemen really do prefer blondes. Their final takeaway is simple: whatever you think of the plot, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes endures because its costumes are art. Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Why'd They Wear That?: A pop-culture and fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, "Why'd They Wear THAT?" → https://www.whydtheywearthat.com/ Find out more @ ALL CHEWED UP Channel → https://www.allchewedup.com/

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  Episode #134

  Stacy and Clinton Celebrate Catherine O'Hara's Most Iconic Looks

  Aug 11, 202619 minS1

  In this special episode of Why'd They Wear That? , Stacy London and Clinton Kelly celebrate the incomparable Catherine O'Hara with a retrospective of some of their favorite looks from across her career. Rather than ranking them, they each choose three memorable fashion moments that capture her range, humor, beauty, and extraordinary ability to completely transform herself for a character. They revisit Delia Deetz in Beetlejuice , praising the cinnamon-red hair, immaculate red lip, sculpted brows, winged eyeliner, black mini skirt, and statement earrings that helped make Catherine look simultaneously artistic, severe, and impossibly glamorous. They also return to her wildly different Moira Rose looks from Schitt's Creek , including an all-white ensemble with sculptural hair, gold gloves, religious-iconography-inspired accessories, and the unforgettable pink-champagne red carpet gown from The Crows Have Eyes 3 . Stacy and Clinton also spotlight Catherine's effortlessly cool 1980s New York look in Martin Scorsese's After Hours , complete with double belts, rubber bracelets, a black mini skirt, whistle, tights, and perfectly imperfect blonde hair, as well as Cookie Fleck's gloriously budget-conscious cocktail attire in Best in Show . Finally, they admire her late-career power dressing in The Studio , where rich rust, peach, and gold tones, high-waisted tailoring, dark nails, sunglasses, and brushed-gold jewelry give her the presence of a Hollywood lioness. More than anything, the episode is a tribute to Catherine O'Hara's ability to disappear into a role while making every character visually unforgettable. From Delia Deetz to Moira Rose, Cookie Fleck, Gail, and beyond, Stacy and Clinton reflect on the joy she brought to audiences and why they feel lucky to have lived in the same lifetime as her. Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Why'd They Wear That?: A pop-culture and fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, "Why'd They Wear THAT?" → https://www.whydtheywearthat.com/ Find out more @ ALL CHEWED UP Channel → https://www.allchewedup.com/

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  Episode #133

  Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Unhinged Style of Body Double

  Aug 6, 202622 minS1

  In this episode of Why'd They Wear That? , Stacy London and Clinton Kelly revisit Brian De Palma's 1984 thriller Body Double and break down its most outrageous fashion moments across 10 increasingly unhinged scenes. What Stacy remembered as a complicated, psychosexual mystery turns out to be an exploitative, wildly entertaining fever dream involving a struggling actor, a futuristic Hollywood house, a telescope, a nightly lingerie dance, a murder plot, and more questionable male fantasy than either of them was prepared to revisit. They examine Sam Bouchard's all-polyester acting-class ensemble, Gloria Revelle's rhinestone thong and transparent robe, her polished Beverly Hills shopping look, and the baffling decision to buy new underwear, change into it immediately, and throw the old pair away. They also unpack the movie's signature mid-1980s glamour, including silk jacquard, cinched waists, gold eye shadow, aviators, scarves, vertical blinds, padded shoulders, leopard print, metallic bodysuits, and bags hanging from impossibly thin straps. When Melanie Griffith finally arrives as adult-film star Holly Body, Stacy and Clinton turn their attention to the movie's leather-filled club scene, assless unitards, studded suspenders, dramatic coats, ear cuffs, pencil skirts, vinyl pants, and one of the longest and least convincing audition sequences ever filmed. Along the way, they question the movie's misogyny, laugh through its supposedly serious thriller scenes, perform Holly's memorable contract monologue, and try to determine whether any of the film's sexual staging is anatomically possible. Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Why'd They Wear That?: A pop-culture and fashion commentary show where Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down the on-screen looks that sparked trends, started debates and occasionally made audiences ask, "Why'd They Wear THAT?" → https://www.whydtheywearthat.com/ Find out more @ ALL CHEWED UP Channel → https://www.allchewedup.com/

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