Aug 27
'What Not to Wear' Hosts Stacy London and Clinton Kelly Reunite for Reality Show on Amazon Prime
Kilian Melloy READ TIME: 2 MIN.
They once told people what not to wear. Now fashion reality show stars Stacy London and Clinton Kelly are reuniting for Amazon Prime's "Wear Whatever the F You Want."
The duo starred in the TLC makeover series that ran from 2003 - 2013, with Kelly replacing original co-host Wayne Scot Lukas after the first season. The show was an American edition of the British program that ran for a total of seven seasons.
"The two hosts had a public falling out following the show," Variety recalled, "though they reunited in 2023 for a nationwide stage tour dubbed 'The Stacy & Clinton Show.'"
The new series has been given a green light for eight episodes, Variety reported, and will take a markedly different tack.
"These days, we have zero interest in telling people what to do, based on society's norms – because there are no more norms!" Variety quoted the hosts saying.
"However, style is still an important form of communication," London and Kelly went on to add, "and we're excited to show new clients how to align their personal messaging with their life goals."
"It's time to celebrate individual style, not prescribe it."
As opposed to the original's focus on the hosts guiding a makeover, "Clinton and Kelly will empower each client to live out their fashion fantasy and find their style truth in the journey of a lifetime," Variety said.
Saying that London and Kelly's "playful banter and distinct approach have helped instill confidence in viewers for almost two decades," Amazon MGM Studios' Lauren Anderson promised that the two would "bring a fresh, fun, and meaningful new series to Prime Video customers, filled with expertise and inspiration; chemistry and warmth; and, of course, their signature, enviable style."
"Both Clinton and Kelly serve as executive producers on the series," Variety added.
Will you be tuning in to see how well Stacy London and Clinton Kelly tailor the new show?
Kilian Melloy serves as EDGE Media Network's Associate Arts Editor and Staff Contributor. His professional memberships include the National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association, the Boston Online Film Critics Association, The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association, and the Boston Theater Critics Association's Elliot Norton Awards Committee.
