Sneakers used to be one of two things: performance or fashion. Somewhere in the last decade, that line collapsed — and the shoes most of us are reaching for now sit firmly in the middle.

I'm joined by Adam and Ryan Goldston, founders of APL and the first members of an athletic company ever inducted into the CFDA, for a conversation on how they ushered in the era of the fashion sneaker. From getting banned by the NBA for their first shoe to landing in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance product in those rooms, Adam and Ryan share how a clear point of view — and a refusal to use logos — built one of the most distinctive sneaker brands in the world.

We get into world-building beyond product, why they believe taste is their real superpower and the consumer shift toward quieter, design-led pieces.

Shop APL https://www.athleticpropulsionlabs.com/

In this episode, we get into:

• What actually set the stage for the era of the fashion sneaker
• Why being inducted into the CFDA in 2016 was a turning point for the entire sneaker industry
• The decision to launch in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance in luxury rooms
• Why APL refuses to use big, emblazoned logos — and how that built a stronger brand
• The rise of the personal brand and why consumers don't want to be walking advertisements anymore
• What "simple, yet severe" actually means as a design philosophy
• Inside the APL flagship at The Grove and why it feels more like a gallery than a store
• Why building a brand world still requires a physical experience in an increasingly digital age
• Ralph Lauren as the singular blueprint for world-building — and the moment they found out Ralph himself is an APL fan
• Why Adam and Ryan consider taste their real superpower (and how to cultivate it)
• The relationship between taste, bravery, and confidence
• The Tokyo trip and the souffle pancakes that inspired the ZipLine midsole
• Why texture — both tactile and visual — is the most important element of a perfect sneaker
• The rise of the luxury basic and why consumers are investing in staples right now
• How the F1 partnership in 2016 shaped APL's global luxury performance positioning

Thank you to my partners at Macy’s for my newest wardrobe essentials. Shop my selects here! https://shopmy.us/collections/5681436 #Macyspartner

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Denim should be the easiest thing in our closet — we wear it almost every single day — but somehow it's the category that humbles us the most. We've all had that experience of walking into a department store, trying on ten pairs of jeans, and leaving with none.

I'm joined by Lindsay Davidson Paley, founder of Lenny, the LA vintage denim store that has become a destination for anyone looking for their perfect pair. After spending an afternoon in her store and walking out with jeans I actually love, I wanted to sit down with her to demystify everything about denim — from why fit feels impossible right now, to what to actually look for when you're vintage shopping, to the conversation you should be having with your tailor.

In this episode, we get into:

• Why finding jeans that fit feels harder than ever (and the fit model problem nobody talks about)
• Vanity sizing and why you're a 24 in one brand and a 26 in another
• The single most important thing to know before you shop for jeans (hint: your measurements)
• Why Lindsay's a firm believer in dressing for your body — and the one rule jeans don't get to break
• The Levi's 501 lore: why everyone wants them, why they don't work on everyone, and how to actually wear them
• The viral "size up three in the new 501s" hack — and whether it actually works
• The three non-negotiables Lindsay looks for when sourcing vintage denim (original hem, wash, distressing)
• Why the original hem is sacred and what to tell your tailor so you never lose it
• The case against skinny jeans (and why America is the only country that agrees)
• Why a dark wash is the most universally flattering and elevating
• The crotch test — Lindsay's #1 tell for whether a pair of jeans is actually right for you
• How to know when a pair is workable for tailoring vs. when to put them back
• Whether $700 jeans are worth it and what you're actually paying for
• The best modern denim brands worth investing in (Agolde, Citizens, The Row's Yale Alaw, Khaite, Reformation)
• The best pregnancy jean (and the Levi's Low Loose nobody can stop wearing)
• Why denim is officially a neutral — and what it says about fashion that Chanel, Celine, and Gucci are all sending jeans down the runway
• Plus, on Let's Get You Dressed: what to actually wear to a spring baby shower when you're not a floral dress girl

Connect with Lindsey Davidson Paley:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withlovelenny/

Thank you to my partners at Macy’s for my newest wardrobe essentials. Shop my selects here! https://shopmy.us/collections/5681436 #Macyspartner

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Summer dressing should be the easiest season, fewer layers, less to think about, but somehow it's the one that trips us up the most. I get more questions about summer style than any other time of year so consider this your Summer style toolkit.

I'm answering the questions you've been sending in nonstop: the perfect sandal, how to elevate jean shorts, what to wear when it's a million degrees outside but freezing in your office, and the colors and shoes defining this summer.

Shop everything mentioned in this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5256053

Download the Depop app and list your first item in just a few taps. It’s so easy, and a great way to make money easily with no selling fees. Thank you Depop for making this branded segment possible. Happy shopping!

In this episode, we get into:

• My five tried-and-true vacation staples (and why I don't include a summer dress)
• The hunt for the perfect sandal — and why I'm so picky about thong straps and micro heels
• My controversial take on open-toed shoes in New York City
• The linen pant debate: how to deal with wrinkles and which pairs are actually worth it
• Why I get my beach bags from Amazon (and the one ALC bag worth investing in)
• The summer accessories that completely shift my style for the season
• My go-to summer brands across every price point — Doen, Massimo Dutti, St. Agnes, Staud, and more
• The shoe of the summer (spoiler: there isn't one this year, but here's what I'm gravitating toward)
• My honest take on jelly flats and fisherman sandals
• Why I'm loving embellished sandals and a red kitten heel right now
• Are we still wearing jean shorts? My full answer — plus the alternatives I reach for instead
• How to wear longer shorts and Bermudas when you're not super tall
• Why I'm buying most of my denim secondhand on Depop right now
• The perfect office cardigan for surviving freezing summer A/C
• The color of the summer — and the one shade that officially signals warm weather for me

Let’s Get Dressed

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Every summer, there's that one defining piece -- the Havaianas, the jelly sandals, the Miu Miu cowboy hat. But this year? It's quiet. Search "summer trends 2026" and the only thing coming up is the color blue. So I brought Gab Waller back for our annual Summer trends episode. Gab is one of the most in-demand personal shoppers in fashion. She shares what her clients are buying, what's selling out, and what's all over our feeds that no one is actually requesting.

Consider this your real-time summer 2026 trend report, straight from the woman sourcing it all.

Shop everything mentioned in this episode! https://shopmy.us/collections/5313947

In this episode, we get into:

• Why summer 2026 feels different — and the trend slowdown no one is talking about
• The color of the summer (and why I'm fully in my blue era)
• Gab's pick for the trending summer sandal and the thong strap moment
• The beach bag worth investing in this season — and Gab's take on the ALC bags everyone is asking about
• Light summer jackets and layering pieces for the in-between weather days
• The full jean shorts debate — are we still wearing them?
• The biggest difference Gab is seeing this summer vs. last summer
• The one item Gab's clients are requesting on repeat right now
• The trend all over social media that no one is actually DMing her to source
• Whether clients are actually buying into the new designer eras — Demna at Gucci, Jonathan Anderson at Dior, and more
• Rapid fire on the biggest trends: silk taffeta pants, CBK minimalism, cerulean blue, oversized sunnies, big buckle belts, graphic tees
• World Cup dressing — track pants, jerseys, and the vintage workout wear comeback
• Let's Get You Dressed: outfit ideas for the listener who doesn't wear shorts or sandals

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro and what Gab is wearing

00:35 The Chanel gold rush and items Gab can't keep up with

03:00 Are Chanel's viral pieces losing steam?

03:49 The Chanel barefoot sandal

07:00 Why there's no defining summer 2026 trend

08:00 Miu Miu, Celine, and the brands actually selling right now

12:00 The bags of the summer: Celine raffia, Miu Miu wicker, Chanel Coco Beach

17:00 The Saint Laurent jacket everyone wants

18:00 Vintage athletic wear and World Cup dressing

20:30 Embellished sandals from Chanel and Celine

23:30 Big buckle belts having their moment

24:30 Brand allegiance and the quiet logo era

25:00 Dior under Jonathan Anderson and the bow heel obsession

27:20 The color of the summer

29:20 The Row flip-flop effect: what's trending vs what's selling

32:30 Fun is back in fashion

33:50 Rapid fire where to shop trends

39:37 What to wear this Summer that isn't jean shorts and sandals

41:45 Outro

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Ralph Lauren isn't just a brand — it's one of the only American fashion houses that has shaped culture for nearly 60 years. And right now, it's having one of its biggest cultural moments yet, resonating across every generation.

Today we’re joined by longtime WWD fashion editor and friend of the house, Bridget Foley, who’s had a front row seat to the brand’s evolution. She’s also the author of Lauren’s latest book, Ralph Lauren Catwalk, which covers over 100 runway shows and the brand’s most iconic moments.

In this episode, we get into:

• What actually defines a brand with longevity (and why so few designers achieve it)
• Ralph's "meet cute" moment with fashion and why he calls himself a storyteller, not a designer
• The authenticity that makes Ralph different from every other luxury house
• Why Ralph was doing "lifestyle" decades before the term existed
• The hand-me-downs, vintage uniforms, and Bronx childhood that shaped his entire aesthetic
• Ralph's belief in longevity and preservation, sustainability before it had a name
• Inside the Ralph Lauren archive (and why Bridget calls it a "fashion lover's wonderland")
• Why Gen Z fell in love with Ralph Lauren and what their parents' closets have to do with it
• The codes that have permeated time: the tuxedo jacket over jeans, the polo shirt, the patchwork
• Ralph Lauren's optimism and what it's actually rooted in
• What Ralph has done to stay relevant with the next generation

Shop the new book, Ralph Lauren Catwalk, here: https://go.shopmy.us/p-56009344

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If there’s one thing that’s transformed my personal style the most, it’s this: editing my closet. I’m a firm believer that a tidy closet = a clear mind, and every spring, I treat it like a full reset.

After doing one of the biggest clean-outs of my life (we’re talking half my closet gone), I realized that great style isn’t about having more, it’s about having the right pieces, and knowing how to let go of the rest.

In this solo episode, I’m walking you through my exact, step-by-step guide to a spring closet reset—how to approach it with intention, make it actually enjoyable, and come out the other side with a wardrobe that finally feels like you.

We get into:

• How to define your personal style right now
• The exact system I use to edit my closet (keep, tailor, rehome)
• My “hero rack” trick that changes how you get dressed every day
• What to do with pieces you feel emotionally attached to
• How to actually sell your clothes (and make money back)
• Why you shouldn’t rush to buy anything new after a clean-out

Thank you to Depop for making this episode possible. Happy selling, happy shopping, and happy spring cleaning

Let’s Get Dressed

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