At age 24, Morna still dresses like a slouchy college student. She works for a major cosmetics company in Manhattan's classy Rockefeller Center — but in billowing skirts, worn-out sandals and an actual headband. After being filmed secretly for weeks while her friends have conspired with host Jillian Hamilton, Morna gets the shock of her life when fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London ambush her during lunch with her friends. Wayne and Stacy show her the secret footage before weeding out her closet's catastrophes. But Morna doesn't give in easily. The stylists have a fight on their hands. Then it's on for a hair and makeup overhaul with hair stylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer. Will Rockefeller Center ever see the glamorous, elegant Morna that Wayne and Stacy envision?
Eileen is only 29 but dresses like she's 50. Her clothes are dumpy, frumpy and totally lacking in appeal. Her best friend and three sisters think she needs a sexy new image and conspire with WNTW host Jillian Hamilton to give her a brand-new/updated look. Fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London take Eileen in hand and try to release the goddess underneath all the layers — including the Harry Potter glasses and bushy eyebrows. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer kick in to help Wayne and Stacy turn a Boston frump into a femme fatale.
Donna, 47, works as a sales rep for a printing company on Long Island, near New York City. She talks to clients on the phone ... good thing, given that she wears seasonal items and '70s leftovers. Sweaters with pumpkins, fall leaves and ice skaters, plus dickeys and culottes fill Donna's wardrobe — to her family's despair. After What Not to Wear host Jillian Hamilton conspires with Donna's family and friends, it's up to fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London to drag Donna away from kitsch. After culling the most horrific items and forcing her to face how bad these clothes look on her in a 360-degree mirror, Wayne and Stacy send Donna shopping with strict new rules and $5,000, before a complete hair and makeup overhaul. But Donna's been dressing like a Christmas tree for a long, long time. Can she learn simplicity and style — in one short week?
Kerry is a 33-year-old opera singer on the edge of a flourishing career. She came to the city seven years ago and is now on the brink of success, meeting with world-class conductors and high-powered managers, and running around town auditioning for roles. When Kerry performs she sounds terrific, the trouble is she looks like she's just come off the farm. The raw ingredients for the What Not To Wear team? Balloon-like sweaters, ill-fitting pants, 99-cent panties, and ""virgin"" hair that has never been cut or colored. Her friends and husband know that Kerry has a killer voice and a personality to match, but are in agreement that she needs a serious fashion overhaul. Can fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London — with help from hair stylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer — manage to help the opera diva hit the high note in fashion?
Christine succeeded in losing 80 pounds, but her style sense has never caught up. Baggy sweatpants and T-shirts still hide her hard-won figure. Her friends confess to WNTW host Jillian Hamilton: Christine's a self-described hippie who thinks fashion is a hobby in which she has no interest. Will fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London be able to persuade her otherwise? First they have to destroy all her hippie ""threads."" Meanwhile, hairstylist Nick Arrojo threatens to cut the locks of someone who hasn't been to a hairdresser in five years, while makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer tries to teach her techniques. Will they survive the challenge?
Larry is a tall, dark and handsome bachelor living in Manhattan. As the successful owner of an upscale health spa and the author of a book on massage, Larry seems to have everything going for him — apart from his fashion sense, that is! Even those nearest and dearest to him can't take his 80s look and his obsession with buying in bulk (black T-shirts in packs of 10) any longer. And when it comes to color ... well, there isn't any! Larry's love affair with black is making his closest buddies depressed to be around him. Fashion stylists Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London must wean this creature of habit away from his pleated pants and plaid vests and transform him into model material with the help of hair stylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer. Attention all you skeptical single women!
Lili is a 25-year-old law student who looks about 15. Just 5 feet tall, this Washington, D.C., native has a ""cutesy"" look that isn't going to cut it in court. Her mother, aunt and sister are desperate to settle the case, so they've called in our ultimate style gurus: Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London. The evidence of Lili's crimes against fashion is pretty conclusive: overalls, short pants and clunky shoes. In just one short week, this attorney-in-training will have to grow from adolescent to assertive. Lili is put on a strict regime of sexy suits and slick style with hairdresser Nick Arrojo attempting to tame her ""bushy"" hair and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer on a mission to conceal her under-eye shadows caused by too much studying! Will the What Not To Wear team transform this petite duckling into a sleek legal eagle before court reconvenes?
At 42, Ann is living the American dream: a husband and two sons, a beautiful house, and a pillar of the community. But her wardrobe is a complete nightmare, a classic case of suburban schleppiness. Ann devotes her life to helping others, but her sense of style has earned her the dubious distinction of being the first What Not to Wear candidate independently nominated by three people. Her husband and two best friends have all begged her to stop wearing second-hand sweaters and corduroy cast-offs. Enter Wayne Scot Lukas and Stacy London, two stylists not known for any closet compassion. It's a week of tough love as country casual meets city chic. With hairstylist Nick Arrojo determined to give her short hair more femininity, and makeup artist Carmindy Bowyer turning up the glamour, might the woman nicknamed ""Saint Ann"" discover her seriously stylish side?
Working with Dolphins is great, but when you start to dress like one ... then you've got a problem. When former pageant queen Holli is not at work, she's either sporting dolphin motif T-shirts or dressed all in black with a dolphin necklace. This Key Largo girl dresses like a fish out of water and needs some serious fashion therapy. Can Wayne and Stacy transform her aquatic style, or will dolphin chic rule the day?
There is no denying it, most men think college girl, Jen, is hot! But our experts agree, when is comes to fashion ... she just isn't wearing enough of it! Her friends and family tell us she dresses too tight, too bright, and most of all, too skimpy. They say her barely-there wear is sending out all the wrong signals. Wayne and Stacy head down to Miami and drag Jen off to fashion boot camp. Can our fashion duo add some sophistication to her sexy style? Will Jen agree to trash her short skirts and glitzy tube tops? What's wrong with being a man-magnet anyway?
Gina owns her own hair salon, but she dresses more like a hooker from the '80's than a businesswoman. She prefers tight miniskirts, tube tops, spandex pants, and accessories like feather boas and fringe. She also has her hair dyed three different colors, which is not a way to impress customers with her coloring skills. Stacy and Clinton try to help Gina retain her need to look sexy and youthful while maintaining a professional image. Nick tones down her hairstyle, while Carmindy updates her makeup for the 21st century.
Oretha is a church-going, rocker chick with a wardrobe crisis — her Sunday best is the worst according to her friends. Oretha's a big fan of 80s music; unfortunately, most of her casual clothes are from the same era! A recent job promotion means Oretha needs to promote the right image, but at only 5'2"", Oretha finds shopping for clothes a problem. Her solution: Buy them big and baggy. And to get her hair just the way she likes it, she sleeps in curlers every night.
It never takes working mom Laura too much time to decide what to wear — she doesn't have much to choose from. Her wardrobe is full of T-shirts, sweat pants and waffle shirts that are all big and baggy. She thinks they make her look thinner, but her husband, her boss, her mother and her friends think Laura is hiding her natural beauty underneath the grubby, shapeless clothes. They want like to see her look more feminine.
Mary knows about shape, color and form when it comes to her art, but when it comes to her clothes, she's dressing like a starving artist — tops shaped like tents and colored with paint spatters. As an up and coming artist, Mary needs to attend gallery openings and be the center of attention. Unfortunately, Mary's hair also needs some attention. Cutting her own bangs is the only thing that's happened to her style for years.
Ellen knows how to keep her body in shape — she recently lost over 50 pounds! Her family thinks it's time for her to workout her wardrobe. They say she wears stretchy spandex clothes whether she's working out or going out. She chooses clothes that are too young for her, and she pretty much sticks to just one color — black. Fashion experts Stacy London and Clinton Kelly get fitness fanatic Ellen to transform her wardrobe so that it flatters her new body shape and works with her active lifestyle. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy create a hair and beauty routine that will work with Ellen's exercise routine.
At nearly 30 years old, Dave is still wearing the clothes he bought when he was in college. They're worn out and out of date. He says he's not bothered about fashion, but his girlfriend and his bosses think it's time he dumped his frat-boy image and grew up. He goes to work in shoes with holes, out to restaurants in pants with holes, and his shirts are shapeless and baggy. Stacy London and Clinton Kelly need to persuade Dave that a few well chosen items that he can mix and match will see him through his work and leisure time. Carmindy gives Dave the tools for a glowing complexion, and hairstylist Nick Arrojo rescues Dave from a $5 dollar haircut that is more than a little uneven.
Chicago mom Shifra has four children, a husband, a job ... and she's also an accomplished flamenco dancer! It's no surprise that shopping for herself is low on her list of priorities. Her husband and friends think it's time for her to put the ""holay"" back into her wardrobe. Fashion experts Stacy London and Clinton Kelly teach Shifra to dance to a different tune and give her a new look that won't be out of step with her lifestyle. Makeup artist Carmindy creates a look to enhance Shifra's pale complexion with the least amount of effort. An even bigger challenge awaits hairstylist Nick Arrojo: Shifra's waist-length hair has not been cut for years.
Kimberly Banks is trained as an attorney, but she's given it up to devote herself to her dream of being a professional singer. Her friends say she's got the voice to be a diva, but when it comes to style, Kim's stuck in the wrong key. Stacy and Clinton need to get Kim to tune-up her wardrobe by dumping the sack-like dresses, white tights and pants that just don't fit, and get her to make the most of her height and statuesque figure. When it comes to makeup, Kim owns just one red lipstick. Makeup artist Carmindy thinks Kim should focus attention on her eyes, and hairstylist Nick Arrojo plans to glam up Kim's hair with a hint of gold, but she's not sure his top-knots hit the right notes.
Eric, a jewelry designer trying to expand his business, needs to give up his practice of getting oversized hand-me-downs from his friends. Dubbed ""Huckleberry Jesus"" by his peers due to his shoulder length hair, leather sandals, and baggy clothes, Eric needs a serious wake-up call. The team persuades him to try clothing that his actual size and projects a more mature image to suit a rising entrepreneur.
When Amanda Jane Stallins goes to PTA meetings the other parents think she's a pupil, not a Mom. At 24, she could pass for 12. Her favorite clothes are short-shorts, tank tops and a floaty, hippy dress (which she thinks is the best!). Amanda hasn't changed her hairstyle for 10 years, and she never wears makeup. She's about to go back to school, but before she does, Stacy and Clinton need to give her some lessons in grown-up style that will make her look more like the woman she is — not the child she was. They want to show her she can still look youthful, but sophisticated, in clothes that will be appropriate for the classroom or a meeting at her son's school. Makeup artist Carmindy wants to show Amanda how her pale complexion can be enhanced by just a little makeup, and hairstylist Nick Arrojo needs to create a simple style that will enhance Amanda's delicate frame and features.
Niya Battle shows too much flesh according to her Mom, her aunt and her friends, but with her hip-skimming jeans and her bare midriff tops, she thinks she looks just fine. Stacy London and Clinton Kelly need to persuade this 24-year-old mother of two that halter-neck dresses and high heels are not appropriate attire for her job in an insurance office or for shopping at the grocery store. Their challenge is to teach her to dress professionally, while retaining her youth and individuality. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo has to tackle Niya's extensions, which make her hair look long but shapeless, and makeup artist Carmindy has to convince Niya to dump the metallic lip gloss and develop a softer, more approachable look.
Ross Byron is a 30-something guitarist in a rock band. What he doesn't seem to realize is that his slender, young rocker frame now has a 36-inch waist, and his former flowing blonde locks are now severely thinning and balding. Stacy and Clinton need to bring Ross into the 21st century by getting him out of his acid-wash jeans and gold chains and into a more mature, yet stylish look. As for his hair, Nick Arrojo must persuade Ross that less is more (Hair loss is better disguised with a shorter style!), and when he meets makeup artist Carmindy, Ross is in for a close shave.
Donia has a passion for punk, but when it comes to fashion, she flunks. She loves to let it all go on the dance floor, but with over-sized tees, polyester pants and hippy dippy hair, her look is a long way from the edgy, sexy, rock chick she really is. Donia's not doing herself any favors by getting most of her clothes from the trash! Donia's fantasy look is actually to be naked, so this could be Stacy and Clinton's biggest challenge yet! Can they steer her away from garbage garb and convince her that dressing up can be a dream?
Aspiring actor and community theater director David loves to wear outlandish costumes on and off stage, and his casual wear is usually tank top shirts and cutoff shorts. He says his odd style is what shows off his range and personality, but Clinton and Stacy set him straight by saying a more professional look at auditions will most likely get him more work and make a best first impression to directors.
Misti decided to get into the punk goth look to stand apart from her identical twin sister, then kept up with it for the next 15 years. Her family nominated her because she's starting out on a job search, and they know she will get more prospects if she tones down her severe look. As a result of her appearance on the show, Misti falls in love with cashmere sweaters and expresses her individuality with multi-colored shoes instead of her hair.
High School teacher Elizabeth believes the way she dresses in the classroom will determine whether her students are well-behaved — but her students disagree. They are so distracted by her long flowing shapeless dresses and clunky jewelry they can't concentrate on their class work. They asked Stacy and Clinton to rescue this twenty-seven-year-old teacher from making herself look at least twenty years older than she is. Elizabeth thinks she's managing to be stylish and professional, but it takes all Stacy and Clinton's powers of persuasion to get her simply to try a skirt that lands on her knee. Makeup artist Carmindy shows Elizabeth how she emphasizes her eyes so they stand out even when she wears her glasses, and hair stylist Nick Arrojo finishes Elizabeth's look with a sleek and professional new do!
It's a What Not To Wear First! Anne had originally nominated her daughter to be candidate for the show, but after Stacy and Clinton watched Anne in the hidden video, they decided she needed the new clothes more! Anne is a freelance writer for music magazines, but her style is more June Cleaver than Joan Baez. The team gives Anne a more polished professional look that's age appropriate and more sophisticated for a Rolling Stone journalist.
Alisha is studying to be an interior designer, but when it comes to designing her own exterior, this 25-year-old mom doesn't know where to begin. As the youngest child with four older brothers, she grew up wanting to dress just like them. And now that she's married, she wears her husband's jeans and oversized t-shirts. Stacy and Clinton want to get Alisha to see that the baggy shapeless men's clothing she wears doesn't disguise the parts of her she wants to hide — in fact, her style makes her look bigger. They need to show her how tailored and well-fitting women's clothes will do a whole lot more for her. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo tackles Alisha's long and lank hair to give her a style that will frame her face, while makeup artist Carmindy shows Alisha how to fill in her over-plucked eyebrows and wear just enough color to bring her face alive.
Ken is a biker fanatic, but even his biker friends think its time for him to update his look. His old baggy jeans and worn out t-shirts and his signature doorags just make this thirty- six-year-old electrician look sloppy and unkempt. His wife and mother want him to clean up with a look they would be proud to be seen out in public with. But Ken has a fear of losing what he thinks is his signature style. So Stacy and Clinton have to convince Ken that smartening up doesn't mean losing his individuality. Ken's hair is in a braid halfway down his back — he hasn't had his hair cut for ten years. Will that all change when he comes face to face with hairstylist Nick Arrojo? Makeup artist Carmindy shows Ken some essential male grooming tips — including how to tame bushy eyebrows.
Laura Miranda is just a week away from marrying her Navy sweetheart, and moving from her Bronx neighborhood to start a new life in Seattle. But her sister thinks her tight, black, ill-fitting clothes are not going to give her a good start in her new life. Stacy and Clinton want to get Laura to experiment with color and fit and wear clothes that are more structured. When Laura hears their ideas she's less than impressed. It takes a lot of persuading to get this straight-talking woman to see their point of view. And when it comes to a wedding outfit Laura's practical grey suit is headed for the trash, but what replaces it? A passionate reunion with her fiancé also means makeup artist Carmindy has to teach Laura tricks for emergency camouflage.
Celita is a world-class athlete. She's competed in the Olympic Games twice — first as a member, and then as captain, of the women's judo team. She's in training and hoping to make it a third time. Thirty-five-year-old Celita has been an athlete all her life; she also coaches women's soccer and basketball. But the years of training have given Celita a muscular build and broad shoulders, which make it hard for her to find clothes. That could be why Celita dresses like she's always on the track even when she's out for dinner. This Yale graduate is also working on a new career in the financial industry, but looking like a phys-ed instructor won't work on Wall Street. Stacy and Clinton need to find a way for Celita to dress in more feminine styles that flatter her shape, and they also need to persuade Celita to try them. For a woman who has never felt comfortable looking ""girly,"" it's going to be a big step.
Michele just turned 30, and is a successful executive in New York. But Michele is stuck in her '80s teeny-bopper Jersey mall look. As if the bright colored scrunchies and tie dye shirts worn at the office weren't enough, her best friend also complains about Michele's zinc pink lipstick — the same shade she's worn since high school. She loves to go to yoga and Pilates classes and is barely over 5 feet tall. She wears a size ""0"" which may account for why she never throws any of her clothes away. But according to her closest and dearest friends, that's no reason to still have poofy hair and Flashdance sweats. Michele's friends and colleagues feel that her appearance does not reflect the savvy, witty personality she possesses. According to her coworkers, Michele pushes ""casual"" to the limit at the office and in front of clients. Her mother stresses that she exercises keen judgment for others, but none for herself. A single girl in the city, Michele is also looking for love. With her dated
Irene is a beautiful, intelligent 25 year old with a great body, and, what she considers, great style. However her friends and family describe her style as provocative and inappropriate for her job as a realtor. Her work colleagues have called on Stacy and Clinton to persuade Irene to leave her halter-tops and bustier for the nightclub and to wear more appropriate clothes to the office. They have to persuade her she can still look young and sexy without wearing everything low cut or ultra short. And Irene admits that in her whole life she's never had a hairstyle she really liked, despite going to a hairdresser whenever she feels depressed. Nick Arrojo must come up with a solution to Irene's search for the perfect cut.
Gina, a hairdresser has a good body and she isn't afraid to give her clients an eyeful. Friends say her pants are too tight, her skirt's too short and she shows too much skin. Can Stacy & Clinton refine her look so there's more class and less trash?
Cynthia from Atlanta is a wife, a mom of two young children and a successful ad sales rep. When it comes to fashion, she's hooked on bold floral patterns, mismatched fabrics and clumpy shoes or clogs — which she wears with socks! Her friends and co-workers have begged for help from Stacy and Clinton. At just five feet tall, Cynthia needs to learn how to wear clothes that don't drown her. And when it comes to her larger than average chest, they tell her to look for jackets that ""lock and load."" But can they get this 28 year old to prune the flowers from her wardrobe? And when it comes to hair and makeup, Cynthia's worried that looking good will take more time than she has to spare. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo has to repair Cynthia's home coloring and give her an easy way to manage style while make-up artist Carmindy teaches her how to fix her face in record time.
30-year-old Crissa has a 4-month-old baby girl. Like a lot of new moms, she's carrying a few extra pounds she didn't have before she got pregnant. Baby Stella is dressed impeccably in the latest styles, but Crissa's still wearing the sweats and stretchy clothes that were her pregnancy staples — and she thinks she looks OK in them. Before the baby, Crissa was the trend setter in her family. But now her four sisters and her mom think she's given up. She wears no makeup and hides her hair in a baseball cap. Clinton Kelly and Stacy London have to persuade Crissa that now is the time to get back into proper clothes and that having a baby doesn't mean giving up on your own appearance. They want to teach Crissa how to dress her new body shape so she looks and feels as good as she did pre-baby, and to be able to adapt her style to accommodate changes in her appearance.
Forty-something Kathy is a hairstylist and the manager of a New York salon — not just any salon but the one owned by What Not To Wear's very own stylist Nick Arrojo. But Kathy's lack of style is making her stand out for all the wrong reasons. She wears her trousers too narrow at the ankle, and too high in the waist. Most of her sweaters are shapeless, baggy and black. Stacy and Clinton have to persuade Kathy to choose clothes that will give her a modern, updated look and still be appropriate to her age. Kathy, however, hates shopping and has not been in a dressing room for more than 4 years. When it comes to her hair, Nick wants to get her away from being a bottle blonde and get her to have a style that's more fun. And make up artist Carmindy has to persuade Kathy that having dark circles under your eyes is not a reason to give up on eye make up.
Marie, 48, is an attorney. She was nominated by her husband of over 25 years, Gary, who describes his wife as a complete ""fashion wreck."" Marie likes dark '70s aviator-style sunglasses and only wears black, black and more black. She describes her black obsession as ""mix-and-match"" — meaning she can wear any top with any bottom. The problem is she wears baggy, outdated suit pieces that are all unmatching shades of faded black. Marie also concedes that she has not changed the length of her hair since the eighth grade. Stacy and Clinton must introduce Marie to the world of color, and show her that accents of color can still be professional. As an attorney, she will need a suit for appearing in court, but also a more casual professional look for business meetings and errands around town. Can the style gurus brighten up Marie's ""Paint it Black"" habits?
Former dancer John has lost all interest in fashion. He rarely gets out of his cargo shorts which he wears to walk his dog, go to the store and meet his friends (who think it is time for John to change!) But Stacy and Clinton will have to put pressure on John to even try on different clothes, let alone wear them. John tries to control his long bushy hair with a bandanna. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo wants him to have a style that works with his curls, not against them, and Carmindy has to get John to tame his beard.
Special needs teacher Debbie from California's Newport Beach thought she'd solved her fashion problems by learning to sew. But her friends and co-workers think her choice of patterns and fabrics are not flattering her long and lean physique. However, Debbie has her own set of rules. Stacy and Clinton have to persuade her that their rules are the only ones she should be following. Debbie is also addicted to her bright red lipstick, so its a challenge for makeup artist Carmindy to get her to emphasize her eyes rather than her mouth. As for her hair, its naturally curly and highlighted blonde and as far as Debbie's concerned there's no way it's changing — hairstylist Nick Arrojo has different ideas.
Jeanne's idea of fashion is to match, so if she's in blue from head to toe, she thinks she's right in vogue. Stacy and Clinton have to get this Californian safety manager to realize that matching is not a fashion statement. What she needs is to start wearing clothes that fit properly and that will flatter her curvy proportions. She also needs to discover colors that work with her pale complexion and green eyes. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo has to tame Jeanne's shapeless mass of hair, and get rid of the roots. Makeup artist Carmindy has to give Jeanne a look that she feels she can wear for work and to party in, and Jeanne wants help in hiding a tattoo she has round her ankle so that she can wear skirts to the office.
It's another first as the series tackles-- Twins! Valerie and Veronica may be identical twins, but they have very different design styles. Valerie prefers the sophistication of the 1940's and admires Grace Kelly, while Veronica likes a hip, funky look and even dresses up like 1960's anime characters. Their overly casual look at the office and short stature make them look more like 16 than 29. Stacy and Clinton help them find clothes that are suitable work attire that also reflects their own looks, while Nick gives them stylish hairdos that helps people tell them apart. Carmindy gives them simple makeup tips to recreate the 40's and 60's looks, respectively.
L.A. music producer Michael's idea of fashion is anything with Michael Jordan's name on it. His wife and friends think it's time Michael developed his own style and dressed more like Michael Jordan, rather than by him. Can Stacy and Clinton persuade him to keep his Air Jordans as collector's items and wear clothes that will make him look like he belongs in the music business, rather than on the sports field? Hairstylist Nick and Arrojo and Carmindy need to teach Michael about grooming and to sharpen up the hair on his head and his face.
Belinda was voted ""most photogenic"" in high school, but 30 years on her husband and 3 daughters think she needs to rediscover her inner beauty queen. Belinda dresses as if she is always walking her dog, in overalls or tapered jeans and tennis shoes. She loves animal prints and wears t-shirts with lions and bees on them. The one thing she's kept since high school is her long blonde hair. In fact, she's never had it cut and it hangs way past her behind. The whole What Not To Wear team of Stacy, Clinton, Nick and Carmindy are united in their determination to get Belinda to cut her hair — but despite nominating her for the show, her husband and daughters have second thoughts. Will Belinda submit to Nick's scissors or go back to California with a new wardrobe but the same old hair?
Carlos is a multi-martial arts expert who trains seven days a week. When he's not in the ring, he earns his living as a bouncer at some of Manhattan's most prestigious nightspots. He's recently dropped his weight from 285 pounds to 230 pounds — and it's all muscle. Not someone to mess with. His family and friends think Carlos may have let his guard down when it comes to style, but despite nominating him for a fashion intervention by Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, they warn that Carlos thinks dressing up is not for him and if they push him too far he will dig his heels in and resist. Stacy and Clinton want to teach Carlos how to dress to his physique in clothes that fit and flatter — but can they train this competitor in the rules of fashion without it ending in conflict?
Bubbly Kim, 33, is one of Chicago's most eligible bachelorettes, but when it comes to her dress sense, Kim's friends think she's selling herself short. Her big sweaters with bold horizontal stripes make her look far larger than she is, and her choice of clothes for a night out does not give potential suitors the right impression. Kim is shocked her friends don't think she's getting it right, and isn't sure Stacy London and Clinton Kelly can do better. They have to persuade Kim to try clothes that give her a different silhouette, so that her whole appearance is as attractive as her personality. As for her hair, stylist Nick Arrojo wants to give Kim a cut that will allow her natural curls to show, even though Kim has spent years trying to avoid being curly.
Forty-something Chicago attorney Kim has a collection of turtle neck sweaters — 23 in all — she wears them with trousers and long cardigans or jackets which drown her petite frame. Her work colleagues say she's making herself look dowdy and staid when she is really outgoing and fun. Stacy and Clinton need to get Kim out of her unflattering pants and sweaters and show her how to emphasize her best features rather than cover everything up. Kim's also wedded to a stay-put lipstick in frosted pink which makeup artist Carmindy needs to persuade her against. And hairstylist Nick Arrojo wants to get some shape into Kim's long blonde hair, but she's afraid losing the length will make her look older.
Shannon, 28, works as a telephone salesperson, but she's about to leave her desk and come face to face with her customers. Her colleagues are worried that Shannon won't be making commission unless she looks more professional. Shannon thinks her collection of whimsical socks give her individuality. She's also been known to match her outfits to her socks, and that's not how Stacy and Clinton think she should be putting outfits together. They plan to trash her socks and get Shannon into clothes that will make a good first impression on her clients. Shannon has a question for make up artist Carmindy — how can she make her eyes look like they have lids? Hairstylist Nick Arrojo creates a style that compliments Shannon's broad features and looks sleek and professional.
Terry is a self employed landscape architect who spends more time on his surfboard than at work, and his casual clothes reflect his carefree attitude. The team helps him come up with outfits that combine his casual lifestyle but can still be professional when he meets potential clients.
Mirella, 30, has just landed her first position as a professor of psychology, after being a full-time student for 12 years. Her best friend is convinced that Mirella has been wearing the same clothes for the duration of her student career, and believes it's time Mirella changed her image. With her long, straight, mousy hair and her dated eyeglasses, this Ph.D. looks just like an old-fashioned librarian. Stacy and Clinton want Mirella to study with them for just one week so she can be re-educated in what to wear. But can a woman who has spent most of her life with her nose in a book develop a nose for fashion? With the help of hair stylist Nick Arrojo and makeup artist Carmindy, Mirella sees a completely different side to herself.
Larissa is a 25-year-old woman stuck in a rut. She has worked in the produce department of the same grocery store since the end of high school (over 6 years) and doesn't seem able to move on. Before September 11th, 2001, Larissa had her dream job working at a travel agency. However, after 9-11 the travel agency folded and Larissa went back to the grocery store full time. Her friend Kristin tells us that after she lost her job with the travel agency, she also lost her focus and drive to finish her education and join the adult work force. At the grocery Larissa is forced to wear a uniform (a green shirt and black pants), which stifles her style and encourages her to roll out of bed and head straight for work. It is common for Larissa to leave for work with her hair sticking up at all angles, wearing last night's make up (sometimes on one eye) and a dirty or stained uniform. She also works one day a week in an office where she tries to adapt her inappropriate (often sheer halter top club
Diana is a graphic designer for a national newspaper — a position she has worked hard to attain. However, according to her friends Diana isn't dressed for success; in fact they say she's dressed for attention. Diana is passionate about shopping and spends time in stores every day, but she's attracted to trends that don't necessarily flatter her and she hunts down the latest labels in discount stores. She's overloaded with glitzy hats and accessories, and for bad hair days she has a selection of wigs. Stacy and Clinton want to show Diana that she doesn't have to keep up with the trends to look good. If she builds a wardrobe of good basics, she can vary her look with fancy accessories. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo wants to create a style for Diana so that bad hair days are a thing of the past.
Megan is a talented musician who has a following in her hometown of San Francisco. The only thing letting her down is that she looks like she ought to be singing in coffee houses rather than packing concert halls. Her band members think if Megan could get a look that's more in tune with her music her career could well take off. Stacy and Clinton need to give this 20-year-old musician an image that will take her to the next level of her career. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo creates a style for Megan that will carry her through her stage show, but also look good for a meeting with music executives. Makeup artist Carmindy shows Megan how to deal with her high coloring and skin that's prone to breakouts.
Thirty-six-year-old Lisa is a mother of two and a human rights lawyer. With her time dedicated to her family and her job, her appearance is the last thing on Lisa's mind. Her friends say she wears her 10-year-old daughter's clothes — sweat pants and T-shirts — and she has one look when she goes to work — white shirt and black pants. Stacy and Clinton want to show Lisa that dressing in grown-up clothes doesn't mean she'll spend more time getting dressed in the morning. But it does mean she will look put together and more professional. Lisa says her feet don't go into ladylike shoes with heels — and she never wears skirts or dresses. Stacy and Clinton need to put forward some powerful arguments to change this lawyer's mind. Lisa's hair is normally dragged off her bare face into a ponytail; Nick Arrojo must persuade Lisa that letting her natural curls take hold is easy to manage and looks good. Makeup artist Carmindy develops a fast face for busy Lisa to do every morning.
Thirty-year-old Will was nominated by his future wife, 28-year-old Nicole. The couple are getting married in June. Will works on the Internet side of an insurance company, and Nicole works in freelance marketing. Will has recently lost a lot of weight in preparation for his wedding, but at 6 foot 3 inches he's still a big man. Nicole nominated Will because he's wearing the same clothes he wore before he lost weight — only now he rolls the waistbands so his trousers don't fall down. And it's all about casual wear. He thinks soccer jerseys are far more fashionable than basketball or football as they are better cut and made of material that breathes! With the soccer jersey he wears swim trunks — not shorts or jeans — but swim trunks! Nicole thinks soccer jerseys should only be worn on the field, but when we stopped both of them while they were out shopping she had a soccer jersey on too! So with the wedding approaching, Stacy and Clinton need to show this duo that there is more to wedded
Erinn is a 16-year-old high school student about to enter her senior year. At school, she's an 'A' student — but when it comes to fashion she's scoring below average because of her mismatched socks and clashing colors. In a What Not to Wear Back to School special, Stacy and Clinton teach this teenager how to build a wardrobe that will take her through her senior year and into college. Erinn needs to dump the too-short shorts and skirts, and add a little bit more sophistication to reflect her hard work and accomplishments. As for her hair, Erinn prefers it out of the way as she pours over the books — so she always wears it tied back. But after a straightening treatment, hairstylist Nick Arrojo cuts it into a classy and yet easy-to-manage bob fit for a hip young scholar, and makeup artist Carmindy teaches Erinn how a little can go a long way — even in the every day setting of a high school classroom.
Melissa, 25, recently joined the ranks of New York's finest, so at work she wears the proud uniform of an NYPD officer. However, friends and family say that Melissa chooses to dress just like her twin when she's not walking her beat — problem is, her twin is her brother. She hides herself in oversized men's clothes, and Melissa's mother believes that there's no reason for her to wear pants that can fit two people. No one has ever seen her wear a skirt — and everyone wants to blow the whistle on her mammoth wardrobe. Stacy and Clinton prepare to rescue Melissa from an endless lumpy sweater collection and to outfit her in clothes more appropriate for a woman. But they have a tough assignment ahead of them because Melissa is wedded to and very comfortable in her supersized ""skater dude"" look. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo and make-up artist Carmindy need to polish up Melissa without overwhelming her … though after peeling back all the heavy layers, Melissa may even surprise herself.
Aysha, an Aysha, 25, has aspirations to work as a hair and makeup artist in the fashion industry, but her brother and friends think her own appearance lets her down. Aysha wears jeans, jeans, and more jeans — some with holes, some frayed and none that fit her correctly. Her brother tries to steer her to better fashion choices but she doesn't take his advice, so he's handed her over to What Not to Wear style experts Stacy and Clinton. They need to persuade Aysha that jeans and clumpy shoes do nothing for her, and if she wants to work in fashion she's going to have to look like she knows what she's doing. Aysha has a magnificent head of hair, but hairstylist Nick Arrojo needs to give it some shape and rid her of the experimental red highlights she did herself. Makeup artist Carmindy shows Aysha how a little shadow in the right place can make her eyes the focal point of her face.
Twenty-eight-year-old Tiffany has gotten comfortable working from her Washington, D.C., home in workout gear. Her closet is filled with sweat pants, track pants, leggings and sneakers. Her friends and family say that even when she leaves the house, Tiffany looks like she is ready for the gym. Also, when she attempts to dress up, Tiffany wears dresses that are too tight, too short and too revealing. And yet another fashion foible to add to the list: Tiffany's one-track mind drives her to buy in bulk. She buys the same clothes in two different colors — and unfortunately, her choices have been way off target. Tiffany is hoping to change her job to one outside the protective walls of her home, and Stacy and Clinton plan to adjust her fashion agenda so that Tiffany is more client-friendly and professional. Stacy and Clinton want to show this IT expert that she can be comfortable AND stylish, and that she can find flattering clothes without being high-maintenance and without showing too much
Kerryellen is a 33-year-old, opinionated computer expert trapped in a rut of tapered jeans and boyish t-shirts. Sparks fly when the fashion duo try to persuade Kerryellen to experiment with different looks for work, the weekend or even wear a skirt.
New York Music publicist, Ellyn, has lost over 120 lbs in 2 years and now has a body she doesn't recognize. Ellyn struggles to dress her shape in clothes that are appropriate but still feels more at home in comfortable rather than flattering styles.
Will is a 25-year-old from Alabama who needs to drop his hillbilly fashion tendencies for a sharper, more professional look, especially to be able to cut it in his new job. At 6' 3"" and 180 pounds, Will is tall and lean; however, his clothes are certainly not. Stacy and Clinton have to convince Will that his extra-large polo shirts and oversized pants are not the way for the new guy at the office to look. Will also has a sock problem: all his socks are white and athletic — and he's wearing them with dark leather shoes! Last, to make sure that Will can make a great first impression, the WNTW team introduces him to an etiquette instructor who teaches him the subtleties of the proper business handshake, the confident walk and the memorable introduction.
Melanie, 44, is a former world champion ballroom dancer who now runs the Dance Times Square Studio in New York City. Vogue magazine has described this studio as ""the most fashionable place to learn to dance in New York."" While the venue may be fashionable, Melanie certainly isn't. She left fashion behind when she stopped competing, and now wears ill-fitting clothes — some too tight and some too baggy. And worst of all, she only wears one color — black! In this special episode of What Not to Wear, Melanie was surprised live on air! Clinton and Stacy will have one week to bring the sparkle and color back into her wardrobe, and to convince monochromatic Melanie that stepping off the competitive dance floor doesn't have to mean stepping off the fashion catwalk.
Matt, a rowdy, flamboyant radio talk show host, HATES pants, and insists that it's okay that he wears shorts all the time because he has a job where nobody sees him. Clinton & Stacy point out times when wearing pants are more appropriate, and coax him into getting a wardrobe that looks good when he's off the air and out with family and friends. Nick gives him a polished haircut, while Carmindy treats him to a spa facial.
Kelly, a stay at home mom, is stuck in the 1980's. In an interview, she claims to be inspired by Erica Kane from ""All My Children,"" but her appearance suggests Peg Bundy from ""Married With Children,"" with a beehive hairdo hairsprayed in place and gold lame stirrup pants. Stacy and Clinton try to pull her out of her outdated rut, while Nick and Carmindy prove that changing her hair and makeup can make Kelly look much younger.
Jennifer, 25, is a new mother and a successful, full-time nurse. With a great husband and a loving family, why is Jennifer still dressing like she is 14? Perhaps it has something to do with her love of shopping in the juniors section; maybe it's her habit of wearing clothes that are so big she drowns in them, or outfits so small that her daughter could soon start wearing them. Whatever it is, Stacy and Clinton have to help this young lady's wardrobe catch up with the rest of her life, while Nick takes care of some overgrowth on the top of her head. With so much change in the works, the only question that still remains is whether this Southern belle is ready to part with her familiar ways and learn What Not To Wear.
Chris, a 25-year-old aspiring actor, has adopted a style that punk-rock icons might be proud of: his rebellious fashion sense is stitched together with safety pins, holey clothes and pieces thrown together from a grab bag at the local Salvation Army. But his parents are desperate for him to ""grow out"" of his grungy fashion shell, and they've called on Stacy and Clinton to help. Stacy and Clinton need to develop a look for Chris that makes him presentable while retaining his individual style, and they need to persuade him to try it on. Chris' hair is receding, but with a good cut stylist Nick Arrojo is sure he can make it look thicker.
Drama is the word that best describes Tish, a 47-year-old blonde bombshell. Her clothes, however, are anything but dramatic. This North Carolina actress-turned-director is addicted to black clothing; in fact, she thinks that you have to wear black to be taken seriously. Stacy and Clinton have their work cut out for them, trying to convince Tish that the world is much better in Technicolor. While they're bringing a little va-va-voom to her wardrobe, Nick and Carmindy are bringing a little Hollywood glamour to our drama queen. Nick gives Tish a haircut that's sleek and slimming, while Carmindy shows her how to transform her day makeup into a sexy evening look. There will be comedy and tragedy as Tish learns What Not to Wear.
What Not to Wear is looking for a bride who wants her wedding party to look as good as she will. Dowdy moms in pastels, dads looking like funeral directors and grungy best men are spruced up for the big day.
Twenty-six-year-old Delia, a recent M.B.A. graduate, favors quirky outfits more suited to a club kid than a professional executive. Stacy and Clinton have to convince this ex-Miami resident that there's more to looking young and fashionable than glitter and pink clothing. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo gives Delia's curly brown mane more volume. Makeup artist Carmindy steps in with a new routine to include colors that highlight her olive complexion. Watch this makeover transformation as Delia learns What Not to Wear!
Charlie is obsessed with purple clothes, and prefers to wear his casual, paint stained sweat clothes all the time. His argument for grunge wear is that his job as a boat restorer requires him to get dirty, so he wears clothing that's already worn and messy. Stacy and Clinton counter that Charlie should have some professional suits for meetings with clients and taking his family out to dinner. On the grooming front, Nick is appalled to hear Charlie confess that he washes his hair with soap! He tames the massive mop of unruly hair, while Carmindy gives advice on shaving properly and treating his sun damaged skin.
Sohni has a funky '80's retro style that includes slicing up her shirts with scissors, which she calls ""her best friends."" (I still don't know how she smuggled them through airport security on the trip from Chicago-- maybe she took a bus?) Sohni aspires to attend law school, but her current wardrobe is more like a prostitute's than a prosecutor's. The team tries to lead her into selecting a more mature style of clothing that can still reflect her unique style for her leisure time, and respect her need for an ""individual"" look.
Chicago, Ill., is home to short-order cook Eddie and his charity-case style poached from thrift stores. Despite ripped-up pajama pants, a plethora of polyester and natty bedroom slippers as footwear — Eddie is utterly convinced that his style rocks. It seems that Clinton and Stacy may have finally met their match. Tension builds as they attempt to make this misguided fashionista shift from thrift to success.
Laura is a 33-year-old accountant from Chicago. She's a hardworking mother of four who's also studying for her master's degree in the evening. But while she may be in charge of her company's finances, she's definitely not in charge of her style. She wears clothes that belong to both her 13-year-old daughter and her 56-year-old mother … and she thinks that comedy T-shirts are a good look at the office. For her, dressing like an adult means looking old. When Stacy and Clinton conduct their own style audit on Laura, can they persuade her that wearing stylish and age-appropriate fashions will help her both climb the corporate ladder and show off her true beauty?
As communications director for UNICEF, 40-something Mia has to be in the field making films about UNICEF's work, and on the red carpet welcoming celebrity UNICEF ambassadors to fund-raising events. But her colleagues say she wears the same oversized casual clothing wherever she is, and it doesn't fit with her high-profile position. Stacy and Clinton want to persuade this busy mother of three she can look the part without looking corporate or losing her sense of self. But can they get this charity worker to stop looking like a charity case?
Nancy, 44, is an Irish step dance instructor whose fashion sense is badly out of sync. With a vast wardrobe of T-shirts, sweatshirts and leggings, Nancy dresses for comfort — not for style. Lords of the fashion dance, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly will try to teach Nancy to jig to the beat of a new, chic drum. But will Nancy's record $4,000 clothing haul on her first day of shopping follow their rules? And watch Nick Arrojo get his moves on as he gives her a very short haircut, while Carmindy ditches Nancy's 1980s makeup for a more updated look. Let's hope Nancy's Irish eyes are smiling as she learns What Not to Wear.
Ed is a former teacher now working as an insurance agent, but his look is anything but office professional. Ed's wife remarks that his wild colorful outfits cause people to think Ed is a Vegas lounge singer; his closet looks like he mugged Austin Powers and forgot the last 20 years. He also makes up original names for colors, preferring ""bubblegum blush"" over pink, and ""toasted mango"" instead of orange. The team may be at their wit's end with the wildest candidate yet.
Melanie, a 27-year-old marketing executive, loves bold rainbow colors and considers her look eclectic. Her co-workers are afraid to take her to meetings because her style is too casual and loud. Stacy and Clinton try to help her find appropriate work attire that will help her get promoted. Nick gives her a more managable style, while Carmindy shows her how to clean up her makeup and treat her skin for cold Boston weather. Melanie definately needs to rework her understanding of styles-- she enjoys wearing floor-length skirts, then says a knee-length skirt Stacy and Clinton recommend will make her look ""like a grandma.""
Maria was taught by her mother that wearing black clothing was only for mourning, so she always wears bold, bright solid colors from head to toe. To that end, she has over 40 pairs of multi-colored matching shoes. Clinton and Stacy help Maria to understand that colors and patterns can be mixed and matched to create a bold style that isn't so loud. Maria complains to Nick that she has difficulty controling her frizzy afro style hair, so he gives her a shorter more manageable style hairdo.
Laurie's from Plymouth, MA who works at a landscaping company. She wears baggy clothes and wears a hairstyle that she hasn't cut in 15 years. Laurie's lack of style isn't just a lack of interest, the last eight years, she's cared for her sick grandmother.
Alana is a graphic design student whose outfits reflect that of a poor college student-- she likes baggy, comfortable worn clothes that she's even modified with scissors and safety pins to make them fit better. Stacy and Clinton point out that now that Alana is graduating soon, she's going to need a more professional wardrobe to be taken seriously for her work. After the makeover, the team is so pleased with Alana's new look that they help arrange a job interview for her.
Jeanine is a full time RN who also works part time as an Anna Nicole Smith impersonator. She says her wardrobe consists of work scrubs, Anna outfits, and her comfort wear, which is mostly baggy oversized sweatsuits. Stacy and Clinton try to help her find clothes that can fit in a more professional manner to wear anytime, while Carmindy tones down Jeanine's makeup to wear when she isn't ""Anna.""
Independent film producer Mimi believes in staying unnotice behind the camera, so she tends to dress in black sweatsuits and comfortable outfits. Stacy and Clinton must convince her that she would make a more lucrative impression on potential backers if she looked more professional. Mimi attempts to adopt the ""Hollywood producer"" image while still retaining her own unique personality.
Aspiring photographer Kristen likes a Goth style to assert her individuality, but her friends claim the dark look may be costing her jobs. The WNTW team gets her to dithc the combat boot and blakc dresses for more professional clothes.
Minnesota native Raina moved to California to join her boyfriend in LA, but she can't seem to give up wearing hooded sweatsuits all the time, even to work as a youth counselor. Raina argues that her short stature hinders her from finding pants that fit properly; if they fit around her waist, they tend to pool up around her feet. Stacy and Clinton help to get Raina some outfits for work and for fun to help her shed her shy self image. Calling Nikki Boyer!! Raina gets another surprise at the end of the episode when the team helps her boyfriend propose as well.
Michaela, an aspiring character actress, tends to get roies of bikers and tough women, and her wardrobe reflects that, with her obsession with leopard prints and flame patterns on almost all her outfits. Stacy and Clinton try to help Michaela design outfits that will impress producers for all kinds of parts and prevent her from being typecast.
29 year old Naima is about to graduate with a degree in political science, but her hip-hop wardrobe certainly doesn't convey an image of a future leader of the country. Can the team help her find a professional look that still allows Naima to reflect her funky personality?
In another innovative idea for WNTW, women in the Boston area were invited to nominate themselves for the show, and were interviewed to plead why they deserved the makeover. Petite Courtney Pitts won out, explaining that her small frame made it difficut for her to find adult size clothing that fit, so even though she's 26, she often gets mistaken for 12. During her shopping spree, she's allowed to got to specialty stores that custom tailor her new clothes to fit just right.
Remember Maria? She's already been on the show. Now Maria wants her sisters Connie and Diana to learn the same fashion lessons. They can't stop talking, they can't stop fighting, and they can't stop dressing terribly.
Sexy restaurant worker, Nanci, nominated herself for What Not To Wear; Reluctantly preparing for her 40th birthday, she thinks one way to deny her age is to wear clothes from the juniors dept. Stacy & Clinton want to move her from trashy to classy.
Alison is a New Yorker who's given up on fashion. Her style hasn't changed since the 6th grade but her love of gaudy red lipstick, cheap accessories, and her hair give her an intimidating air. A new look could improve both her work and social life.
Graphic designer, Christine, needs a new fashion template. Hidden behind unshapely skirts and unsightly boots - she teeters between sloppy soccer mom and grunge artist. Friends and family summon Stacy and Clinton to redesign this designer.
Fashion disasters should be handled by the professionals. Enter style experts Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, who pledge to rescue the frumpy and dumpy, the mismatched and ill-flattered, and give them a life-changing fashion makeover.
Kristine is a 35-year-old firefighter who dresses in oversized and tomboyish clothing that often gets her mistaken for a teenage boy. Stacy & Clinton charge in to extinguish this blaze of bad taste, tearing through her unnecessarily XL-sized closet.
Stacy and Clinton are in the nation's capital tackling the Worst Dressed Women in Government. Jennifer is stuck in Hawaiian shirts, Mai is all about cleavage, and Wanda is struggling to find her fashion sense in the corporate world.
Stacy and Clinton track down America's worst dressed woman on the rise and teach her to dress for success. April wears "hoochie mama" dresses; Jo Rae wears tunic dresses, white stockings and Mary Janes; Joanna wears baggy clothes.
A high school reunion is around the corner and four friends haven't seen each other in 20 years. Stacey and Clinton are invading each woman's home with a combined total of $20,000 to reunite them in style. They start with Karen and her 80s style.On the grooming front, Kerryellen freaks out when Nick decides to tone down her blonde locks and dyes them a dark reddish brown, which she hates. In a show first, after the reveal to Stacy and Clinton, but before she goes home to her family, Kerryellen goes to Nick's salon and insists that he make her a blonde again.
A high school reunion is around the corner and four friends haven't seen each other in 20 years. WNTW is invading each woman's home with a combined total of $20,000 to reunite them in style. Audrey's up second- can they make this wallflower bloom?
A high school reunion is around the corner and four friends haven't seen each other in 20 years. WNTW is invading each woman's home with a combined total of $20,000 to reunite them in style. Will Teresa, mother of two, trash her "I-give-up" dresses?
A high school reunion is around the corner and 4 friends haven't seen each other in 20 years. WNTW is invading each woman's home with a total of $20,000 to reunite them in style. Can petite attorney Annabel start dressing in the 21st century?
Marcy is a 27-year-old receptionist at a Manhattan investment bank who loves to dress up her dog Peanut - and Peanut looks a lot more glamorous than Marcy. Clinton and Stacy have some big plans to bring out Marcy's true beauty.
Susan is a 22-year-old from Brooklyn who is embarking on a teaching career. This classroom novice has all the skills to succeed, but her wardrobe of Winnie the Pooh T-shirts and ponchos make her look like one of her students.
Kristen has a heart of gold that's well hidden in her oversized, outdated wardrobe. Kristen, a size 4, has recently lost about 25 pounds and sees absolutely no reason to discard her size 10-12 wardrobe. Stacy & Clinton teach Kristen What Not to Wear.
Time challenged startup cable network CEO Liz consistently fails on fashion. This is one strong headed young woman, but Stacy and Clinton take executive action to switch this top tv honcho's last minute style.
Thomasita is studying to be a paralegal. She wants to dress more professionally, and be taken more seriously on job interviews, but her closet still says sexy teenager. She'll get an education in What Not To Wear.
After combing the streets of the Windy City, we've found three horribly dressed teachers in dire need of a fashion re-education. Only one can win the $5000 and a trip to NYC to see Stacy and Clinton so we're pitting the teachers against each other.
Michelle literally grew up in the dog show world and has always understood the importance of elegance and grace in pure breed dogs but not in herself. It's up to Stacy and Clinton to make this 6-foot beauty blossom with an age-appropriate look.
Beth is from Chicago and she's just landed a new job at the city's cultural affairs department but with her tattoos, biker chick wardrobe and love of black clothing, S&C have a challenge giving this face of the windy city the style she needs.
Chalk up another age-inappropriate dresser in Suzannah. Stacy London and Clinton Kelly need to refurbish this real estate agent's style, before her look takes her off the job market.
Thirty-five-year old Tracy's likes to show it off rather than cover it up. Clinton and Stacy try to teach our feisty fiancé to change her overtly sexy style, but she remains absolutely stubborn. When she meets Nick and Carmindy her attitude changes.
Dara dresses for comfort and that has never boded well for her wardrobe. Since going from college directly into medical school then immediately in the army reserves, Dara never had a chance to have fun and do herself up.
What Not To Wear scoured malls across America for nominations. Their latest candidate is 6'1 Lynn from Washington DC. Because of her height, Lynn has a hard time finding a style. Can Stacy & Clinton give Lynn's oversized, colorless clothing a boost?
Ellen is a 38 year old from Washington DC who nominated herself to be on What Not to Wear. Ellen's biggest problem is that although she's in her mid thirties, her style is stuck in the early 80s. So, it's off to the Nation's capital to help Ellen.
Elaine Romanelli is a dynamic 34 year old jazz singer on the verge of stardom. There's just one thing holding her back...her tight, tattered collection of clothing in her closet. She needs Stacy & Clinton's help to teach her What Not To Wear!
Jennifer C. graduated magna cum laude and holds a master's degree in child development, but when it comes to fashion she gets a straight F! Nominated by her sister, Julie, it's time for Stacy and Clinton to teach this sexy scholar What Not To Wear.
Courtney Caldwell is a self-motivated financial consultant on her way up in the business world. She is only 22, which coincidentally, is just a few years older than most of her weathered wardrobe. Stacy and Clinton need to teach her What Not to Wear!
Twenty-six-year-old Vandy is a corporate event planner but she doesn't dress like it. A big fan of her alma mater Notre Dame, Vandy wear's her school paraphernalia 24-7. It's time for Stacy and Clinton to teach Vandy What Not To Wear.
Thirty-seven-year-old Jeannie is surrounded by kids, all day. Not content with being a mother of five, she also runs a daycare facility out of her own home. Stacy & Clinton will have a hard time convincing Jeannie that it's time to put herself first.
Kathryn from Salt Lake City, Utah is an art student about to transition into a career as an artist, who confuses her art with her wardrobe. It's time for her to emerge from her pile of clothes and claim the truly talented artist that she is.
Twenty two year old Camilla is a bright young professional from Salt Lake City, Utah, whose very unprofessional duds are falling apart. From tattered tops to dress pants held together by safety pins, this brazen beauty needs Stacy & Clinton's help!
Betty is a thirty-something office manager and mother of two whose clothes say something other than professional. With a closet full of animal prints and skin tight jeans, it's time for Stacy and Clinton to teach this hot mama What Not to Wear.
Diane is a hairstylist whose fashion is a cut below the rest. Stacy and Clinton have to get her out of the juniors department and get her to start dressing like a woman of class and sophistication.
Jennifer is an exotic animal trainer at the Miami Metro Zoo. When she is not at work, she is running errands and going to happy hours with co-workers in her stained zoo uniform. Stacy and Clinton need to teach Jennifer What Not to Wear.
New Yorker Katie Mazzia thinks her brightly colored shirts compliment her vibrant character, but her friends and family don't agree. She is proud of her curves and exhibits them in tight pants. Can Stacy and Clinton get Katie to shop by the rules?
Lauri is a 35-year-old mother who's traded in style for her family. After the birth of her now four-year-old daughter the pregnancy weight sent her straight to the hands of frumpy fashion. Stacy and Clinton have to show Lauri What Not to Wear.
Michelle is a 36 year old Senior Vice President of a Las Vegas stuffed animal company. Her friends want her to start dressing to impress instead of wearing her high-waisted jeans and crochet vests from the 80's. Will she learn what not to wear?
25-year-old Kristin is a free-spirited Rastafarian hippie and looks the part! With home-made patchwork dresses, ill-fitting thrift store duds, and dreadlocks down to her knees, Kristin's liberal leanings have leaned her over the edge of good taste!
Las Vegas is home to single mom Nancy whose wardrobe is on a major losing streak. With work wear consisting of sad sack cardigans and flannel pajama pants, this 34-year-old looks like she's heading for retirement. Will she learn What Not to Wear?
Cheryl's a 38-year-old mother of 3 from Temecula, CA, who lives in ripped jeans, one of 51 tank tops and 3 pairs of flip-flops. With her 20-year high school reunion coming around the corner, it's time for this fashion flunky to get back to class.
Marissa is a busy mom whose child bearing has wreaked havoc on her fashion sense. With her 20-year high school reunion coming up and a wardrobe of black t-shirts & baggy jeans, it's up to Stacy & Clinton to transform Marissa for her high school ball.
Staci is a 38 year old New York City single who lives her life in out dated, bright colored suits and horribly worn out shoes. Now with her 20 year reunion rapidly approaching, its time for this fashion dropout to get a new education in style.
Stacy London finds three 40 something moms who competed together in the 1986 Miss South Carolina pageant and, 20 years on, asks them to do it all again. Follow the women as they prepare to step out in front of a crowd of 3,000 people all over again.
Christina wants a boyfriend but insists on wearing teeny tanks and clunk shoes. Stacy London & Clinton Kelly have to persuade Christina her terminally casual style doesn't make the right impression...with their help will Christina appeal to Mr Right?
Ginger wants a man in her life, but her prince charming is unlikely to fall for her while she's wearing her mother's clothes. Ginger's friends hope that Stacy & Clinton will change her wardrobe and liberate the fun and confident Ginger hiding within.
Shireen is an Austin singleton who thinks the way to hook a hottie is by putting her goods on display. Stacy and Clinton think with the right clothes Shireen will send out the right vibes to the right kind of man, but needs to be convinced.
Stacy and Clinton attempt to find the “Worst Dressed Family in America,” who are then invited to New York City for a makeover for both the parents and children.
In this special edition of WNTW one lucky couple gets the chance to change not only their spouses' wardrobe. Fashion expert and host Clinton Kelly will guide the couple in the process with a new wardrobe and some fun surprises along the way.
Carey is a married mother of son Caden. She works as a senior training support specialist in Atlanta, GA. She wears a lot of oversized t-shirts and she still wears maternity clothes. Will S&C be able to get her from wearing clothes that are too big?
Atlanta, Georgia is home to 30 year old Jenny. She works as a registrar for a local creative college. Jenny's style is described as southern girl meets Betty Page meets thrift store love. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to help this thrift loving lady?
Laurie Trombley, 33 is a marketing manager in New York City. She has been nominated by her boss for What Not To Wear because she does not dress appropriately for marketing. Will Stacy and Clinton be able to help Laurie dress more professionally?
Cristina teaches in inner city schools. Friends have tried to tame her overtly sexy nightlife style, but this fashion conflict is unresolved. This New Yorker will try desperately to hold onto her sexy attire when Stacy & Clinton try to guide her.
Newlywed Rita is a 34 year old senior product manager at a job-placement company. Her wardrobe consists of baggy jeans, boring button-downs and clunky shoes. Rita was nominated by her husband who's eager to draw out her feminine side.
Sarah is turning 30 and runs a bustling real estate business with her husband. Her daily uniform of hooded sweatshirts, yoga pants and fleece scares potential clients. It's time for Stacy and Clinton to show Sarah "What Not to Wear."
Keri is a 32 year old counselor at a Seattle county court. She still hides behind her out-dated, worn, oversized clothes she's owned since college. It's time for Stacy and Clinton to destroy her college wardrobe and teach her what not to wear!
Sheaffer, 25 is a San Francisco social worker who counsels youth but her hippy meets punky princess fashion sense are where Stacy & Clinton are finding the problem. She is about to enter law school and needs to learn how to dress like an adult.
Every day for 37-year-old Lesle is a milestone. She was born with a congenital heart defect and has outlived her original life expectancy. The American Heart Association has chosen her as their spokesperson for the national Go Red For Women day.
40 year old San Francisco based fiber artist Pam DeLuco may be an expert in all things cloth but comes up short when it comes to fit and style. Her friends have enlisted the fashion expertise of Stacy and Clinton to help build Pam's confidence.
Molly, 27, is a fashion school graduate who works in retail. She wants a career in fashion, giving style advice to friends, but she hardly looks like the fashionista she thinks she is! Her mom is desperate for Stacy & Clinton to help her.
Renee O'Malley is a 41-year-old IT worker from San Diego. She recently lost over 30 pounds, but her style hasn't kept up. Stacy and Clinton take her on a moving emotional journey as they show her What Not To Wear.
Leigh is a pre-school teacher, but when it comes to fashion, she fits right in with the toddlers. She is newly single and recently lost 30lbs, but her adolescent wardrobe is playing down her great looks. Leigh needs to learn What not to Wear.
Kim is a 33-year-old swim instructor who is training to become a personal life coach. But her sense of style is what desperately needs coaching! Stacy and Clinton need to drown Kim's beachy boho wardrobe and show her what not to wear.
Bonnie is a 42-year-old super mom who's always on the run. She's always running to a PTA meeting in her pajamas or running around town in her t-shirts and yoga pants. It's time for Stacy & Clinton to save this super mom & teach her What Not To Wear.
Jennifer Cox is a talented PR consultant from Harlem who also runs a dog sitting business. She hides her skills under a baggy wardrobe of knits that are covered with dog hair. Clinton & Stacy try to persuade Jen that style & success go hand in hand.
Erin is a 26-year-old film archivist, who expresses an outgoing and eccentric personality through dramatic wardrobe choices. With such distinct tastes, Erin battles Stacy & Clinton tooth and nail, but is surprised when her transformation is revealed.
Lisa's a 28-year-old middle school teacher stuck in her seventh grade wardrobe. She is often mistaken has one of the students in her jeans, sneakers, and polo shirts. It's time for Stacy & Clinton to give this fashion flunky a crash course on style.
Alicia is a registered nurse in Phoenix whose ailing wardrobe is in need of emergency care. Alicia recently lost 20 pounds but is still not comfortable showing off her new body. Stacy and Clinton want Alicia to realize her true potential.
Desiree is a 30-year old hair stylist from Phoenix who is preoccupied with beautifying others and rebuilding cars while ignoring her own fashion issues. Her friends and family would love to see Stacy and Clinton teach Desiree What Not to Wear.
Los Angeles California is home to one reality television freelancer who has stopped rolling on her own wardrobe about 17 years ago. Valerie is still clinging to the look she had in high school.
Kim is a legal secretary and aspiring voice over artist. Unflattering black slacks, boring hoodies, and a ubiquitous baseball cap make up Kim's daily uniform. Her lack of fashion is crushing her self confidence. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to help?
Natalie is a 24-year-olld interior designer who's hardcore look doesn't reflect her professional ability. Her wardrobe of skulls and crossbones is more student than professional Interior designer. Will Stacy and Clinton be able to help?
What Not To Wear is taking a look back at their past with this special episode that reunites women from 8 of our top rated episodes. Our past contributors share their stories and Stacy & Clinton take us down memory lane to find out Wear Are They Now.
Ashley is a 32-year-old marketing and sales manager in Los Angeles. Her style swings between 2 opposite extremes. At work, her outfits are plain, boring, and outdated. Faded black pants, unflattering tee-shirts, and lifeless sweaters.
Jennifer is a New York based actor and comedian. She is clueless about what to wear for auditions and instead parades around in an oversized wardrobe of men's cargo pants and army fatigues. Can Stacy and Clinton teach her what not to wear?
Michelle, a 31 year old philosophy PHD student from Los Angeles, wears scruffy, mismatched clothes and has never been shopping alone. Can Stacy and Clinton convince her that she can have brains and beauty?
Jen and Julie Dreyer are two sisters from Phoenix whose sense of style is barren as the Mojave Dessert. Can Stacy and Clinton bring these fashion challenged sisters into the fashion family?
Rebecca is a 42 year old headstrong CPA whose tacky and ill fitting style has become a liability in the workplace. By day her clothes are too tight and by night they are just plain eccentric. Can Stacy and Clinton show her what to wear?
Tamara is a 36-year-old mother and social worker who is so frustrated with her style that she nominated herself for WNTW. She was chosen over thousands of women who applied through USA Weekend Magazine, and she really needs the help!
29-year-old Carrie works in publishing, but her wardrobe is nothing to write home about. Carrie's mix and match style ranges from teenage boy to old lady to cheap 80's throwback. Can Stacy and Clinton help transform her style?
Annie is a 23-year-old college student about to enter the workforce in human resources, but the only resource she's equipped with is a dreadful wardrobe. She dresses like a high school beach bum in skimpy shorts, tank tops, and flip flops.
In this special episode we take a look back at all the laughter, tears, and pure madness of What Not to Wear. It's been five years of unforgettable moments! Stacy and Clinton answer questions from fan mail and share favorite moments.
Stacy and Clinton re-live the worst fashion offenders What Not to Wear has ever encountered. From hoochie clothing, to those who hide in their clothes, to those stuck in a time warp, this museum of bad clothing is jaw dropping!
Children's TV producer Kelly has a wardrobe worthy of Sesame Street. Reflecting a kid-like, zany personality, Kelly wears mismatched crinkly skirts with tiny tanks, colorful children's socks, and cartoon handbags. Can she learn what not to wear?
Cheri, an Interior Designer can brilliantly style a room but unfortunately not her body. The recent start up of her own design firm coupled with the recovery from a car accident has left Cheri devoid of personal style. Can Stacy and Clinton help?
Looking stylish, fun and beautiful during pregnancy while being comfortable.
Three brides-to-be undergo bridal transformations in New York City.
Melissa is the Go Red for Women ambassador for the American Heart Association of Hampton Roads. Her clothes consist of mainly athletic wear. The WNTW team will help her find something red and stylish to represent The Go Red for Women campaign.
Kathy is a 39 year old single Mom from Norfolk, VA who wants to gets out there and date again. With the support of her family and 12 year old son, the help of Stacy and Clinton has been enlisted to get her well dressed and feeling confident again.
Katherine is a 22 year old Journalism student living in Minneapolis who is stuck in her high school look of a teenage rebel. With graduation only months away her family and friends are concerned that her "emo" look may overshadow her talent.
A 34-yo real estate agent disguises her soft side in busty tops, spray-on jeans and gansta gear that make her look more thug than mom.
Kathy, a 45 year old wife, mother of 3 and contractor from Austin, TX is in desperate need of a style renovation. Stacy and Clinton come in to demolish her ill-fitting masculine wardrobe of baggy jeans, sweat suits and stained shorts.
Addie is a 24-year-old with a lot of major changes happening in her life. She's a new mother, recently graduated from college and engaged to a rocker fiance whose uber-cool style overshadows Addie's slouchy, hippie look. With her engagement party approaching, Addie needs Stacy and Clinton's help to shed her hippie image and find her hidden rocker.
An ex-exotic dancer still wears clothes from her dancing days and bizarre accessories to standout in a crowd (like acoon's tail attached to her backside with a bell!).
A 26-yo music teacher-to-be, has lost over 120 pounds yet still dresses for a plus-sized body., wearing lots of layers and baggy clothes that hide her new body.
Donna and Robert are divorced but ready to tie the knot all over again. On their big day, they look more sideshow than main event. Wedding crashers, Stacy and Clinton stage a fashion intervention.
A 25-year-old Olympic swimming hopeful has the unique challenge of finding clothing that works best with her broad shoulders and toned body.
It's triple the trouble in Minneapolis when Stacy and Clinton make over three badly dressed sisters.
A 28-year-old widowed mom and cement truck driver seems ready to come out of her shell, but her construction-worker look hardly says "come hither".
Roslyn and Kirstyn are a mother daughter duo living in Las Vegas and both feel that the other is a bust when it comes to style.
Jessica is a 27-year-old assistant to a best-selling author. Her ultra-conservative teenager-like wardrobe is holding her back from receiving the promotion she deserves. So her boss has called on the experts, Stacy & Clinton to work their magic.
A 28 yo firefighter and paramedic has put her femininity on the back burner, and when Natalie tries to dress girlie, she ends up looking more trashy than classy.
A free-spirited aspiring actress dresses like a tacky Tinkerbell. and her "wackadoo" wardrobe keeps her from getting good acting jobs.
A dental hygienist by day and law student at night has no time for herself, and hides her size 4 figure in oversized scrubs and 1980s-style clothing.
Jenny is a single 30-something New York fashion show producer, but you'd never guess it by her look which says "crazy bag lady" more than "classy couture."
Robin is on a cruise from New York to the Bahamas, when she finds out her cousin Heather and friend Kim have nominated her for What Not to Wear. Her sloppy style with oversize sweats, sneakers hit the deck as Stacy comes to the rescue.
A receptionist by day spends her nights pursuing her passion, hair styling, but her personal style just won't cut it in the beauty business.
A mom who owns a recycling business in Las Vegas and often makes public appearances to speak about environmental issues, looks like she's been kicked to the curb.
Heather, 43, is a textile designer whose wardrobe of wild patterns is matched only by her brash personality. After gaining weight, Heather says she got depressed and just gave up.
Acourt reporter, mother of two, and avid soccer player has no time to shop and finds herself buying clothes that don't fit her body or her age.
Jackie, a 30-year-old student, is studying to become a professor but dresses more like a 13-year-old slacker in tees, and, worst of all, socks with sandals! Her husband called on Stacy & Clinton to school this to-be professor in what not to wear!
Tonya is a 36 year old mother. She recently became the face of her family business and her sloppy casual wear and non-existent business attire are stunting the growth of the company. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to teach her some fashion rules?
Cheyenne is a single 33 year old Chicago CPA who just doesn't know how to dress her age. So her support network has called on Stacy and Clinton to give Cheyenne a primer in fit, fashion, and how to look her best for her fabulous thirties.
Stacy and Clinton revisit some of their most fun, funny and fantastic make-overs. They also go to surprise these contributors at their homes to see if they have kept up the What Not to Wear look.
Single in Chicago, Amanda's looking for the right man, but she likes to dress in drag and hide her feminine side. To her, everything is a costume, and style is not a concern. It's up to S&C to show her the value of looking and feeling good.
Mala, a mother and lawyer, is dedicating herself to working on the Barack Obama campaign. But a wardrobe full of boring t-shirts and ill fitting jeans make Mala look more like a law student than the successful attorney she is.
Michelle is a thrift-store junkie with an obsession with scarves. She loves a bargain - if it costs more than $10, she's not interested! Her friends worry that Michelle is distracting suitors with her crazy façade, so they've called Stacy & Clinton!
Lynn's had the same style for 20 years which made her stand out from the crowd in our casting call in Times Square. She is deathly afraid of change. Will Stacy and Clinton help Lynn get out of her time warp and into the 21st century?
Stacy and Clinton look back on their most difficult contributors and revel in the beautiful women they helped them become in spite of themselves!
Tami is a 42 year old divorcee who dresses more like a teenage boy than a successful career woman. She dresses in two looks-a weekend look for capri pants and oversize shapeless t-shirt and a work look of too-long pants and boxy striped blouses.
Philadelphia mom and Executive Assistant Marianna likes to show off her seasonal spirit: she has a holiday sweater for nearly every day of the year. Her co-workers have called on Stacy and Clinton for a special holiday What Not to Wear intervention.
Cathy's oversized wardrobe and grandma taste in prints made a winner in our Time Square casting call. Will Stacy and Clinton be able to help this Virginia transplant meet her New Year's Resolution of looking like a real New Yorker?
Yorine is a 24 year old nutritionist from Philadelphia whose fashion sense is starving for style. She hides her bright personality behind a tasteless wardrobe of scrubs & oversized t-shirts. Can Stacy & Clinton help her find a well balanced wardrobe?
Philadelphia is home to Moriah, a 23-year old who is making history with her second-hand wardrobe and trampy night look. Moriah is 5'8 and most of her clothes are hand-me-downs from her mother who is five feet! Can S & C teach her what not to wear?
Jennifer is a 5'11", 40 year old, executive director of a NY music school, who dresses like her 6 year old students. Her wardrobe consists of sparkly jeans and glittery tops. Can Stacy & Clinton convince Jen to embrace her height & dress like adult?
Stacy and Clinton look back on the amazing stories of helping women who had lost a great deal of weight and were unable to dress themselves properly to accommodate this huge change.
Carla, a 46 year-old mother and teaching assistant, spends her days chasing after children but it's really Carla's wardrobe the kids are running from, as she struggles to find a balance between looking young and feeling young.
Stacy and Clinton look back at the different single moms they worked with to help them look and feel their best in order to get back into the dating game.
Rosemary has one of the toughest jobs in the military - being a military wife! She nominated herself for WNTW as a surprise homecoming gift for her husband who's been deployed for five months and would be shocked to come home to a more stylish wife.
If Clinton Kelly nominates you for What Not to Wear, you really need a makeover! Clinton's friend Debbie is one of the funniest people he knows, but her style makes him cringe. Can Clinton and Stacy perform a What Not to Wear intervention for Debbie?
Katherine is a rising attorney who has just been appointed to her state's supreme court as a trial lawyer. Her friends nominated her because they think her outfits are TOO conservative, since she likes to wear black or grey suits that cover up everything and don't convey her bubbly personality.
Amanda reveals her unhappiness by wearing frumpy clothing, and she has been mistaken for being her husband's mother.
A mother of triplets, a full-time teacher and a doctoral candidate has fallen to the bottom of her own priority list.
Holly didn't succeed at becoming a professional ballet dancer; Stacy and Clinton try to boost her self-esteem and get her out of neutral.
A provocative dresser with a sassy attitude has a wardrobe that ranges from unflattering and clingy at work to skintight and almost uncovered at night.
A 26-year-old Renaissance fair kissing wench needs to update her wardrobe.
Radio DJ Bailey is searching for a new wardrobe to complement her new body.
Stacy and Clinton try to help a woman with a defiant attitude who has a "librarian meets French maid" style that has gotten her written up at work and written off in the dating scene.
A former drag racer turned mother has left her wardrobe and self-esteem in the dust.
Disa is in a mid-life style crisis. She's been looking for the fountain of youth in her teen daughter's closet. Often wearing bright colored jumpers, striped leggings, and silly hats.
Stacy and Clinton try to change the tune of a 47-year-old cellist who hits all the wrong notes with her wardrobe by choosing comfort over style.
Courtney has dropped a whopping 170 pounds! Unfortunately, her wardrobe has become as extreme as her weight loss and she struggles to recognize herself for the beauty that she is. Can Stacy and Clinton help Courtney embrace her new body?
Stacy and Clinton help a woman let go of the witch costumes she wears as emotional armor.
Christine is a jazz vocalist whose fashion sense is horribly out of tune. A lifelong tomboy with a stubborn streak, Christine thinks dressing up is not for her. Will Stacy and Clinton get Christine to see that ignoring her image is holding her back?
It's WNTW's 250th episode and it's time to celebrate! Stacy & Clinton hit Times Square to pull over a double-decker bus to stop a fashion nightmare in her tracks and they've invited along more than a dozen former contributors for the ride.
Emily is your typical single girl with one divine difference...she's an Episcopal priest. She may have been called by a higher power but her friends and family called Stacy & Clinton. Can Emily find a feminine style that balances her youthful energy?
Moms around the world will take note once they meet Gina, the 38-year old, mom-jean wearing professor of nonverbal communication who has one of the largest collections of mom-jeans. Will Gina finally learn that fashion can speak louder than words?
Jessica is an alternative photo model who loves to shock people with her dreadlocks, tutus and combat boots. Can Stacy & Clinton give her wardrobe and self confidence the ego boost that it needs? Or will her bummer attitude derail her transformation?
Annie is a mortgage broker/biker mom whose personal style has never come out of the 1970's lesbian closet. Annie has never been able to feel comfortable in feminine clothes, but can she break out of her comfort zone to find a new sense of style?
Sara is a breast-cancer survivor who, after under going a double mastectomy, decided not to have reconstructive surgery. In addition, Sara lost an unbelievable 90 pounds. But what starts off as an attempt to dress her takes on an unexpected twist.
Jenn is a lawyer and matchmaker who puts her careers before herself and her wardrobe. Jenn’s work has become the love of her life and she’s left no time to have a meaningful relationship. Can Stacy and Clinton help this overachieving overanalyizer?
Vikki, a body building, business owning-mother is struggling to find the balance between her bulging biceps and her feminine fashion identity. With a closet filled with gym gear and exotic evening wear, Vikki is in desperate need to find a new look.
Leia is a Marketing and PR coordinator who refuses to give up her costume pieces and remnants of her Goth-Punk past. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to show her that she can keep her individuality in the corporate world without blending into the crowd?
Having come out of a toxic relationship that dictated what she could wear, Miriam is now a nudist. But when she does decide to wear clothes they're either baggy or shapeless. Can Miriam find a modern style that will help her to be taken seriously?
She was an adorable child star from a popular 80's sitcom, but we’re forcing Mindy Cohn from the "Facts of Life" to face our facts, about her schlumpy style. Will she accept Stacy and Clinton’s advice to look primped for premieres and paparazzi?
Wanda is a therapist who's trapped in a lifelong style snoozefest of bland, unsexy and colorless style. Can Stacy & Clinton rehabilitate this plain Jane for the dating scene? Or will her aversion to all things sexy give her a nervous breakdown?
Serrita is a hard working Naval officer and mom who's off-duty attire takes sexy to submarine depths. She thinks her skintight cat suits and scandalous nightlife attire keep her youthful, but they've pushed her husband's tolerance level to code red.
Hillary is wedding-obsessed florist who has lost 40-pounds and recently opened her own flower shop. Despite having a career she loves and a guy she hopes to marry, she's hiding in a frightening collection of aprons, hand-me-downs & mud-brown outfits.
Linda is a single, 47-year-old who manages a prestigious San Diego theater. Linda needs to ditch the schlumpy stagehand look, but can Stacy and Clinton convince this team player that she'll still be respected if she looks like a leading lady?
Sue followed her ambitions to the bright lights of Broadway, but bowed out and became a mom & glee coach. She is proud of the life she leads and inspires her students, so why does her style of outdated thrift store duds say, "I gave up on my dreams?"
Sarah is a 26-year-old athletic trainer with brains, beauty and a promising future. The only problem is Sarah doesn't see it. Can Sarah see her all-star potential? Or will her serious cynicism be too much even for Stacy and Clinton?
Sarah is an aspiring lawyer who knows how to argue her case in court, but when it comes to defending her style, the judgment is guilty. Will her defensive attitude drive the WNTW team over the edge and cause Sarah to put an end to this makeover.
Lizzie has aspirations for a career in bio fuels & is soon to be married. Unfortunately, after 12 years of schooling, her wardrobe of immature, baggy grad school duds plus her mom’s shopping advice equals a fashion equation that’s doomed for failure.
Erin is a single, music magazine writer who uses a shlumpy style of sweats and sleepwear as a security blanket so she can hide from the world. Can Stacy and Clinton awaken Erin's confidence and make her feel like a secure, stylish and sexy woman?
Maggie is a smart, vibrant mom of two with an adoring husband whose "I give up" style is keeping her career at a standstill. Can Stacy and Clinton convince this mom that by making herself a priority, the whole family prospers?
Aleishe is a pastry chef who has always struggled with feeling beautiful. She now works in one of NYC's finest restaurants, but despite her accomplishments she still suffers from a low self esteem. Can Stacy and Clinton help her see her true beauty?
Angie came to the realization that she was spending too much time partying & it was beginning to affect her family life. She's thrilled with the change to her lifestyle, but her sad wardrobe looks like she's mourning the loss of her social life.
Denise is a flight attendant whose style is a blinding display of bling. But where does the Technicolor costume party end and the real Denise begin? Can a week-long layover convince Denise that the glitz and glam is smothering her inner sparkle?
With a recent promotion at NASA and a newly empty nest, it's time for Janet to step up her game. But in order to update her style, Stacy & Clinton will have to jettison the most colossal wardrobe of 80's duds and holiday turtlenecks in WNTW history!
Spending the last ten years buried in the books, earning her Ph D., has left Azi with a wardrobe of immature college girl duds and a nasty habit of shopping in her mom's closet. Can Stacy and Clinton convince Azi that fashion isn't frivolous?
Alicia is a mom, wife, breast cancer survivor and full time clown for hire. After beating cancer and losing 50lbs, Alicia now has aspirations to re-enter the corporate world, but can she separate the style of "Colors the Clown" from Alicia the mom?
After having three kids, Amanda, who writes a parenting blog, is use to keeping her beauty, bubbly personality, and oversized duds hidden behind the computer screen. Will Stacy and Clinton be able to yank this mommy blogger out of her comfort zone?
Teresa has struggled with self esteem & weight issues her entire life. But 6 years ago, she started boxing and it turned her life around. Can Stacy & Clinton convince her that the badass boy gear will need to change if she wants to start a business.
Deana is a mother whose deadbeat duds are only outmatched by one of the most unenthusiastic attitudes Stacy & Clinton have encountered. After a lifetime of hand-me-downs & the post-baby weight blues she’s got a serious of arrested style development.
Renee is a vintage addict hiding her shy personality behind a wardrobe wall. To propel her into the 21st century we’re making WNTW History by launching a revolutionary reinvention, recycling her retro garments and giving them a modern twist.
Jordan is an IT specialist who looks more like a skater chick than a 44-year old woman. And believe it or not, this board-short wearing tomboy is actually a former model! Can Jordan let go of her adolescent attire & launch back into the dating scene?
Growing up on Long Island, Jill developed her tough, goth-girl style as a barrier. Today, she’s still rocking her teen angst apparel. Can Jill overcome her fashion phobias and find a style that’s mature, but true to her rebellious roots.
Julie is a style writer whose baggy bohemian wardrobe should be kept off the catwalk. After a recent breakup and a lifelong history of body insecurities, Julie’s wardrobe has become a cover story to take the focus of her low self-confidence.
Becca is a medical student with a totally sick collection of tattered low slung jeans and an endless heap of itty bitty tank tops. Now, with school coming to an end, Stacy & Clinton will need to use their style scalpels to convince Becca to grow up.
Carly is a single mom of two whose style has a split personality. This Jersey girl’s wardrobe swings from schlumptastic sweats to scandalous spandex. Can Stacy and Clinton get this voluptuous vixen to find a look that’s sexy and sophisticated?
Dancing with the Stars, Cheryl Burke, and actress Jenny McCarthy call on Stacy and Clinton to help them show their personal assistant, Becky, a divorced 37-year old Chicago native, that she is worthy of a look that will put her front and center.
Hairstylist & acrobat; there is nothing that this girl doesn't do or wear for that matter! Noel is a complete character and it most certainly shows in her crazy outfits. If there was ever someone who needed some fashion focus, it's this 22-year old.
Jackie is a mom of four who loves to show off her assets in low cut shirts. Simply stated, her daughters and fiancé think a little more should be kept to the imagination! Can Stacy & Clinton help this supermom with a twist needs cover-up and grow up?
Measuring in at 6'1," Heather always makes a big entrance when she walks into the room. Her flashy outfits can't help but get her noticed. A complete style transformation and an appointment with Stacy & Clinton may be just what this top diva needs.
Ebony dresses horrifically but insists that style does not matter and her achievements outshine her appearance. Though passionate and ambitious, this is not the best attitude for the Program Director of Michelle Obama's organization to have.
Jil's a wacky, lovable nanny who describes her fashion as "medieval peasant" because she loves flowing skirts & tops. She is looking to land a full time job or at least land a date, but neither will happen while she's in ill-fitting cheap, clothing.
Jodi, a belly-dancing psych-ward nurse, doesn't just assist the clinically insane, she dresses like them. Wearing wildly inappropriate clothing in all bright colors, this single mom needs to graduate from juniors section since she's 50!
Rebecca has an obsession and it's turtles, turtles, and turtles. She won't go a day without wearing some item of clothing representing her favorite animal. Her friends and family have finally decided that it's time to put an end to her turtle craze.
For someone who works with cupcakes & confections all day there is nothing sweet about the way Becca dresses. Her favorite shirt is so worn that it is completely see through and the armpits being just giant holes. Stacy & Clinton come to her rescue.
Cat earrings, cartoon t-shirts and Care Bear socks are some staples in this goofy mom's wardrobe. This web specialist loves to wear clothes that make people laugh but glitter sweaters cross the line! Can Tenessa break free of her bad fashion web?
As a fan of punk band, The Ramones, Jennifer has a wardrobe that needs to be sedated! At work, is dressing more like a maintenance worker than an urban professional. It's time for this playful, former headbanger to start dressing like an adult.
Army veteran Christine never buys new clothes because she would rather spend all extra time and money on her children, husband, and charity work. Can Stacy and Clinton help this beloved and caring woman, show a little love and caring to herself?
Beryl knows that she needs to focus on her career, but admits by having pink hair and a careless wardrobe she is limiting herself. This walking contradiction, who claims to hate attention, dresses too loud. Can Stacy & Clinton help this 23 year old?
What Not to Wear is back and this time it's live in front of a studio audience. Filmed in front of hundreds of adoring fans, our contributor, Anna, gets the ultimate fashion surprise when confronted by our fashion experts, on-stage in New York City.
Desiree became a mom at 16 and didn’t take the time to focus on herself, go to college or develop her personal style. Now single, she wears tight sexy clothing but admits to needing a new look if she is going to get back out into the dating world.
Though Kathy has kept a positive attitude through some really tough times, her wardrobe does nothing to reflect the sunny person she is. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to transform this single mother into a true beauty that is ready for dating?
Leigh-Anne is a busy, working mother who dedicates more time to teaching her students and her children then to her frumpy wardrobe..Can Stacy & Clinton school this busy professor/mom to ditch her scrubby wardrobe and adopt a more sophisticated style?
Can this vibrant wheelchair athlete, who has completed two half-Iron Man races, ditch the jock t-shirts and dull work clothes and apply the amazingly positive attitude she has in life to her not so positive wardrobe?
Will Stacy and Clinton be able to help this modest museum manager discover her youthful, sexy side in order to get back out onto the dating scene?
Alexandra Vega strongly believes that women should always be comfortable first; even if that means sacrificing style. Alexandra poses the additional challenge of having a skin condition that requires she be fully protected from the sun at all times.
Will Stacy and Clinton be able to get this video gaming super nerd into an updated style that is appropriate for her age and give her the self confidence boost she needs to get back out into the dating scene?
Will Stacy and Clinton be able to raise this working mother’s self-esteem high enough so that she can get out of her outdated clothes and into a practical yet fashionable wardrobe that’s also ready for the dating scene?
Vanessa, who has a degree in Chemistry and plans to move to the US to look for a job, admits that she never thinks of herself as having any kind of fashion sense. She also knows her "Plain Jane" jeans and t-shirts may not cut it in her new adventure.
After dressing in business suits for years, Deborah has taken the freedom of dressing however she wants a bit too far. Will Stacy & Clinton be able to help her reign in the ruffles to find a more appropriate version of her southern belle wardrobe?
Can Stacy and Clinton help this fairy tale loving, late bloomer gain the confidence she needs to tackle both the dating scene and the professional publishing world?
Over the top Rebecca has already lost one job because of her ridiculous style, will Stacy and Clinton be able to convince her of the error of her ways?
Back in the 80s, pop-star Tiffany set trends with her hit songs and signature jean jackets. Longing for a change, Tiffany has nominated herself to find a new, modern style with the help of Stacy and Clinton - a first in What Not to Wear history!
Tristen is from upstate New York, but considers herself a Jersey girl at heart. Will Stacy and Clinton get this Jersey shore wannabe out of her skimpy outfits, and into a wardrobe that will advance her career aspirations and attract a quality man?
Nicole Eggert, who rose to fame in the late 80's as a Baywatch bombshell, is now a single mom struggling with her weight and taking little time for herself. Can Stacy and Clinton help Nicole find a mature and appropriate look that flatters her new body?
Simona has been an overachiever throughout her life and her academics have always come first. Can Stacy & Clinton help this smart scientist ditch her comfortable duds, in favor of a more appropriate and current style suitable for her bright future ahead?
Mom Kathy focuses most of her free time on her family and gives little attention to her drab appearance. Can Stacy and Clinton help this working mom get out of her sloppy PJ’s and into a sophisticated wardrobe that she can strut her stuff in?
Heather has worked at a youth retail chain since high school - eight years later, she's still working there. Can Stacy and Clinton help this young lady feel comfortable with the transition from a teen-centric wardrobe to a sophisticated woman with edge?
Casey is a transsexual who has been living as a woman for the past nine years. Can Stacy and Clinton help this transgender woman find a style that reflects the confident, happy woman that she is on the inside?
Actress Shannon Elizabeth came onto the scene in the film American Pie. Years later, Shannon still finds herself stuck in her young, sex kitten persona. Can Stacy and Clinton show Shannon how to dress like the accomplished, intelligent adult that she is?
Back in the 80s, Tina Yothers played the adorable Jennifer Keaton on the hit sitcom Family Ties. Now a wife and mom of two, Tina's wadrobe leaves very little to be desired. Can Stacy and Clinton bring this shulmpy dressed mom back into fashion spotlight?
Andrea is a working mom who loves squeezing herself into extra tight clothing that shows off her ample cleavage. Can Stacy and Clinton teach this skintight wearing mother of five how to dress more appropriately for her age and her career?
Katherine has always dressed differently than everyone else so she wouldn't look like she was trying to be part of the crowd. Can Stacy and Clinton help transform Katherine's lazy, youthful style into a refined, professional look suited for a new career?
Former beauty queen, Nakiya has fallen victim to her frumpy wardrobe and is hiding herself in large, shapeless shirts and stretch pants. Can Stacy and Clinton help this pageant mom accept herself and discover a style for her new plus size body?
Elizabeth may be a loving wife and mother but her matronly style of floral shirts and mom jeans is embarrassing her family. Can Stacy and Clinton help this quirky mom find a sophisticated style that she and her family can be proud of?
Skimpy dresser, Riana wears clothes that are too tight. Megan’s frumpy wardrobe doesn’t work for her body, and Taylor’s boho style is too mismatched. In this episode, Stacy & Clinton take on all three friends to help each find their own unique style.
Lizz is a stage mom of 9 who has put her family’s needs over her confused style of short skirts, thrown together layers and boots. Can Stacy & Clinton get this busy mom to drop her inappropriate sexy style and finally discover an identity of her own.
Courtney is a tomboy with a hilariously intense fixation on camouflage; she refuses to wear anything else. Can Stacy and Clinton help this spunky, camo girl find a style that is appropriate for her age and body type?
Stacy and Clinton are counting down their top ten Rules to abide by. After devoting a decade of their lives to teaching essential style fundamentals, they’re only going to tell you one more time - so listen up!
Single mom and business owner, Tania frequently wears a frog costume out in public to help promote her growing catering company. Can Stacy & Clinton help this aspiring entrepreneur step out from behind the costume, and into a sophisticated new style?
Melinda wears tight clothes that garner her negative attention and have prevented her from joining the family business. Can Stacy and Clinton get Melinda trade in her skimpy outfits for a more mature style?
Carly is an insecure young woman, stuck in a frumpy teenage style of ripped jeans, hoodies, cartoon t-shirts and oversized coats. Can S&C give young Carly a chic, new look and help her gain the confidence to meet her online beau for the first time?
Mandy & Molly are twins who lead separate lives but manage to dress the same- frumpy and boyish. In this episode, Stacy & Clinton have a twin makeover face-off. Who will emerge victorious as each host is given a twin to create a style for.
Animal lover, Jennifer has dedicated her time to saving animals, but in the process has begun to neglect herself. She buys her pets better outfits than she does herself! Will Stacy & Clinton help get this animal hero to focus more on her wardrobe?
39 year-old, Megumi is hoping to find a man and settle down. But her wardrobe of animal hats & knee highs is not attracting any serious candidates. Can Stacy & Clinton help this immature dresser find a style that attracts the right kind of attention?
It’s the What not to Wear Fan mail Special and Stacy and Clinton are not holding back! It’s everything you wanted to know about What Not To Wear, that Stacy and Clinton were too afraid to tell you, UNTIL NOW!
In the series finale, Stacy and Clinton are hitting the road to check in on past contributors, as they make their way to Vegas for a finale bash. It wouldn’t be What Not to Wear without one last makeover in the city known for epic fashion disasters.
In this special edition of What Not To Wear, one lucky couple gets to change not only their spouses' wardrobe. Fashion expert and host Clinton Kelly will guide the couple in the process with a new wardrobe and some fun surprises along the way
What Not To Wear is taking a look back at their past with this special episode that reunites women from eight of our top rated episodes. Our past contributors share their stories while Stacy and Clinton take us down memory lane to find out where they are now.
Stacy and Clinton re-live the worst fashion offenders What Not to Wear has ever encountered. From hoochie clothing, to those who hide in their clothes, to those stuck in a time warp, this museum of bad clothing is jaw dropping!
Fiancé's Donna and Robert are walking down the aisle but Stacy and Clinton say "we object" to this fashion-challenged couple's messy look when they interrupt their Las Vegas wedding. Can Stacy and Clinton save this couple from their big style mistake?
Roslyn and Kirstyn are a mother daughter duo living in Las Vegas and both feel that the other is a bust when it comes to style.Roslyn and Kirstyn are a mother daughter duo living in Las Vegas and both feel that the other is a bust when it comes to style.
Stacy and Clinton look back at the different single moms they worked with to help them look and feel their best in order to get back into the dating game.
Stacy and Clinton revisit some of their most fun, funny and fantastic make-overs. They also go to surprise these contributors at their homes to see if they have kept up the What Not to Wear look.
Stacy and Clinton look back at the women they helped go from scantily clad to looking fabulous.
Stacy and Clinton look back on their most difficult contributors and revel in the beautiful women they helped them become in spite of themselves!
Stacy and Clinton look back on the amazing stories of helping women who had lost a great deal of weight and were unable to dress themselves properly to accommodate this huge change.