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WHY'D THEY WEAR THAT?

by Simple Alien

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?'

Latest episodes

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Killer Looks or a Fashion Nightmare? | Obsession

Clinton Kelly and Stacy London tackle one of the most fashion-sparse thrillers ever made—and somehow find plenty to discuss about what characters wear and why. In this

Oct 8
22 min

Dolly Parton Movie Fashion Tribute

In this special tribute episode, the hosts of Why'd They Wear That? celebrate the legendary style of Dolly Parton across her most iconic movie roles. From her platinum bl

Oct 1
23 min

Debbie Does Dallas—But Who Did Her Wardrobe?

Clinton Kelly and Stacy London dissect the fashion moments from 1978's "Debbie Does Dallas"—and trust us, you only need to watch this episode. In this episode, hosts Cl

Sep 29
21 min

The Birdcage's Wildest Fashion Choices Explained

Stacey London and Clinton Kelly break down the fabulous fashion in Mike Nichols' comedy masterpiece "The Birdcage"—from drag performances to 1990s Miami style. Hosts St

Sep 24
22 min

First Wives Club Fashion: Best & Worst Looks

Clinton Kelly and Stacy London break down the fashion of the 1996 classic First Wives Club, examining whether this movie holds up stylistically over 30 years later. In

Sep 22
23 min

Showgirls Fashion: The Good, Bad & Nude

Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down why the 1996 cult classic Showgirls made such a memorable impression—for better or worse. From metallic mesh costumes to heavily

Sep 17
27 min

Sharon Stone's Casino Style Decoded

Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down Sharon Stone's most iconic looks from Martin Scorsese's Casino, revealing how costume designers Rita Ryak and John A. Dunn creat

Sep 15
25 min

Fashion Turn-Ons and Turn-Offs: Movie Edition

In this hilarious episode, we're ranking our celebrity hall passes—the characters who make us weak in the knees—and the "boner killers" that totally ruin the vibe. From H

Sep 10
30 min

Why Winona Wore That: Heathers Fashion Breakdown

When a 1989 cult classic uses fashion as a weapon, the results are unforgettable. Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down every major look from Heathers, revealing how

Sep 8
30 min

That Red Dress! Fashion Breakdown of Pretty Woman

The red opera gown. The polka-dot polo dress. The streetwalker wig. Clinton Kelly and Stacy London are breaking down every iconic outfit Julia Roberts wore in Pretty Woma

Sep 3
29 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the '80s Fashion of Fast Times at Ridgemont High

In this episode of Why'd They Wear That?, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly head back to 1982 with Fast Times at Ridgemont High, breaking down the very real high school fash

Sep 1
27 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Wild Style of Overboard

In this episode of Why'd They Wear That?, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly dive into the gloriously excessive fashion of Overboard, starting with Goldie Hawn's unforgettabl

Aug 27
30 min

Stacy and Clinton Rank Cher's 10 Best Movie Looks

In this episode of Why'd They Wear That?, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly celebrate Cher with a countdown of their ten favorite movie looks from across her career. From th

Aug 25
27 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Campy Glamour of Mommie Dearest

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 unforget

Aug 20
31 min

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

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

Aug 18
31 min

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

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 wardro

Aug 13
25 min

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

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 favorit

Aug 11
19 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Unhinged Style of Body Double

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 mom

Aug 6
21 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Costumes of Weapons

In this episode of Why'd They Wear That?, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly break down 11 looks from Weapons, the horror film in which 17 children mysteriously disappear and

Aug 4
18 min

Stacy and Clinton Break Down the Style of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

In this episode of Why'd They Wear That?, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly revisit The Empire Strikes Back and break down the movie's upgraded intergalactic fashion through

Jul 30
25 min

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