The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives A Damn

Lexy Silverstein
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Learn all about fashion, sustainability, and more. Listen to guest stars speak about their experiences with social media and fashion. New topics every week. 

  1. 6D AGO

    Nowrubi: Revolutionizing Fashion with Purpose and Personal Transformation

    In this episode we dive deep into the world of Nowrubi, the Berlin‑born fashion atelier that’s redefining how we think about design, identity, and self‑expression. Founded by German designer Ruben Nowak in 2022, Nowrubi is a tribute to personal transformation — a brand rooted in the courage to break free from rigid systems and embrace individuality. From structured silhouettes inspired by military heritage to rebellious deconstructed textures that challenge convention, every piece reflects a fusion of discipline and creative playfulness.   We explore the brand’s philosophy of intentional, made‑to‑order production that prioritizes longevity over mass‑production, with transparent sourcing and ethical craftsmanship at its core. We unpack the Innocence collection, a conceptual journey through phases of growing up — from boundless imagination to self‑definition and the realities of adulthood — and how those ideas translate into wearable art that feels both timeless and deeply personal.   Whether you’re passionate about sustainable fashion, curious about creative reinvention, or inspired by stories of transformation, this episode connects the threads between design, identity, and the power of fashion as a medium for self‑expression.

    26 min

  2. FEB 12

    Nostalgic Nooks: Turning Vintage Relics into Timeless Pet Furniture

    This week on The Lexy Show, we’re sitting down with the founder of Nostalgic Nooks, a Brooklyn-based creative venture transforming vintage electronics into cozy, one‑of‑a‑kind pet furniture. What started as a personal creative project—upcycling discarded radios and TVs into elegant pet beds—has grown into a beloved boutique that marries nostalgia, craftsmanship, and sustainability.   In our conversation, we explore how the brand was born at the intersection of retro charm and pure ingenuity, why preserving original vintage character matters, and how a playful idea became a thriving creative business. We dig into the tactile joy of breathing new life into forgotten objects and what it’s like to build a community around something as whimsical and meaningful as pet furniture built from relics of the past.   We also discuss the emotional and environmental value of upcycling and how Nostalgic Nooks offers a new perspective on sustainable creative work—reminding us that the stories embedded in objects can live on in beautiful, functional ways. Whether you’re a fan of vintage design, curious about sustainable creativity, or simply love hearing inspiring maker stories, this episode is a must‑listen. Tune in for a conversation that’s equal parts heart, humor, and handmade magic. #TheLexyShow #NostalgicNooks #Upcycling #SustainableDesign #CreativeEntrepreneurs

    39 min

  3. FEB 5

    Human Touch: Rethinking Fashion with Craft and Community

    In this week’s episode of The Lexy Show, we’re sitting down with the creative force behind Human Touch, a Berlin-based fashion brand known for its intentionality and groundbreaking techniques. From their unique paint-sewing technique to their commitment to sustainability, we dive deep into how Human Touch is rethinking the way fashion is made, worn, and experienced. The name “Human Touch” is more than just a label; it’s a philosophy. We explore the brand’s journey from its humble beginnings to its current influence on the fashion world. Learn how Human Touch creates a space for craft, scale, and community to thrive, and how their Berlin Fashion Week studio opened its doors to the public for an intimate look at their creative process. If you’re interested in sustainability, community-driven design, and seeing the future of fashion through a completely different lens, this episode is for you. #HumanTouch #SustainableFashion #BerlinFashionWeek #SlowFashion #Craftsmanship #Sustainability #TheLexyShow

    23 min

  4. JAN 29

    Craft, Community, and Cosplay with Emilee Shield

    In this episode, we sit down with Emilee Shield, better known online as Our Shield Maiden — a Pacific Northwest cosplayer, creator, activist, and sustainability advocate whose work has been featured in Insider, Good Housekeeping, Netflix, and more.   Emilee isn’t just a cosplayer — she’s a creative force pushing for inclusivity, affordability, and environmental mindfulness in fandom culture. A passionate believer that cosplay should be for everyone, she champions genderbending, budget-friendly builds, upcycled materials, and community-first storytelling.   Whether you’re a cosplayer, a creative maker, or someone who’s ever loved a character enough to dress like them — this conversation with Emilee is as inspiring as it is insightful. Tap in for perspective on art, identity, and finding your tribe — in costume and beyond.

    56 min

  5. JAN 22

    Not Buying It: Unpacking the Magazine Exposing Fashion’s Spin

    What happens when you take the language of glossy fashion magazines, mix it with culture criticism, and point it straight at the industry’s most eye-watering contradictions? That’s the energy behind Not Buying It — a print + digital magazine that calls out greenwashing, fast fashion hypocrisy, and the marketing spin the mainstream media often lets slide.   In this episode, we speak with the founders behind Not Buying It to explore how they remix the magazines of our girlhoods — complete with hot takes, quizzes, agony aunts, and “Oh Major Greenwashing” moments — to dissect fashion, sustainability, and culture with sass and substance.   We’ll dig into: Why they launched a magazine Big Fashion doesn’t want you to readHow Not Buying It blends satire, real critique, and community storytellingWhat it means to call out culture without cynicismThe role of independent media in shaping how we think about conscious consumptionWhether you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by sustainability messaging or just tired of surface-level marketing, this conversation will give you a sharper lens — and maybe make you smile while doing it. Press play if you’re ready to expose the green sheen and rethink the stories brands want you to buy.

    59 min

  6. JAN 15

    When Materials Become Climate Solutions with Pure.Tech

    In this episode, I sit down with Pure.Tech, a materials technology company taking a fundamentally different approach to air quality and sustainability, by changing the materials themselves. Pure.Tech develops nature-inspired technology that can be embedded directly into everyday materials such as paints, paper, textiles, and polymers. Once integrated, these materials actively neutralize harmful air pollutants over time, without requiring electricity, filters, maintenance, or behavioral change. Instead of treating sustainability as an add-on, Pure.Tech builds it into the foundation of products and spaces, turning surfaces and materials into continuous, passive contributors to cleaner air. This approach has the potential to help industries reduce emissions at scale, improve indoor and outdoor air quality, and rethink how sustainability shows up in design, manufacturing, and infrastructure. We dive into how this technology works, where it’s already being applied, and what it could mean for the future of fashion, materials, and climate innovation. If you’re curious about how sustainability can be embedded into the things we already use every day, this conversation offers a glimpse into what’s next.

    32 min

  7. JAN 8

    Make Polluters Pay: The Real Cost of Fast Fashion, Fossil Fuels, and Corporate Pollution

    In this episode of The Lexy Show, we dive into Make Polluters Pay, the growing movement demanding accountability from the corporations most responsible for climate damage and environmental pollution. We break down how the idea of personal responsibility has been pushed onto consumers for decades, while major polluters continue to profit with minimal consequences. From fossil fuel companies to fast fashion giants, this conversation unpacks who is actually driving the climate crisis, how the narrative around individual “carbon footprints” was shaped, and why systemic accountability matters more than ever. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by climate guilt or questioned whether individual lifestyle changes are enough, this episode is for you. We explore what meaningful climate action really looks like, how policy, corporate responsibility, and public pressure intersect, and what it would mean to finally make polluters pay for the damage they’ve caused.

    55 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    Haute Talk with Sam Cerwin

    In this episode, we sit down with Sam Cerwin, co-founder and CEO of BeReworn, a fashion-tech platform reimagining how people engage with sustainable fashion through community-driven clothing swaps and circular events. Sam shares how her background and love of fashion led her to build a solution that makes sustainability feel accessible, social, and genuinely fun, rather than overwhelming or exclusive. Sam walks us through the idea behind BeReworn and the gap she saw in the fashion space, a lack of centralized tools for organizing and discovering clothing swaps, upcycling events, and circular fashion experiences. We talk about the stigma that still exists around secondhand clothing, why community is such a powerful driver of change, and how swapping can be both a practical and meaningful alternative to constant consumption. Throughout the conversation, Sam also opens up about the realities of building a startup in the sustainability space, balancing impact with growth, and what the future of circular fashion could look like if more people leaned into shared wardrobes and local connection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about sustainable fashion, community building, or creating change in a way that feels human and achievable.

    34 min
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