The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives A Damn

What if finding sustainable fashion was as easy as clicking a button?

This week on The Lexy Show, I’m joined by Rosalie Roberts Snyder, founder of World Changer Co., a platform making it easier than ever to discover and shop ethical brands. With over 600 sustainable labels in one place, World Changer Co. is helping take the guesswork out of conscious shopping.

In this episode, we talk about Rosalie’s journey building the platform, how she’s helping reshape the way we find and support ethical fashion, and why making...

In this episode of The Lexy Show, Lexy sits down with @gogreenwithalexa to unpack the truth about everyday products and their environmental impact, starting with something most of us use without a second thought: sunscreen.

From understanding what ingredients to look for, to how small choices in our daily routines can add up to real change, this conversation breaks sustainability down in a way that feels approachable, not overwhelming.

Alexa shares how getting involved in your local community, rethinking what you consume, and making more intentional choices...

What if the clothes you already own could become something completely new?

This week on The Lexy Show, I’m joined by Kelsey Reese, the designer behind ReeseCycled, a brand rooted in upcycling, creativity, and rethinking how we approach fashion. Instead of contributing to overproduction, Kelsey transforms thrifted pieces and existing wardrobe items into one-of-a-kind designs, while also offering made-to-order pieces that help reduce waste.

In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to build a fashion brand with intention, how upcycling can challenge the fa...

What if saving water was as simple as turning on your tap?

In this episode of The Lexy Show, Lexy sits down with Elle Turner, co-founder of SEVAS Water, to talk about the everyday habits we overlook and how they quietly add up to hundreds of gallons of wasted water. While most solutions focus on large-scale systems, SEVAS is taking a different approach, making water conservation simple, practical, and accessible in our daily routines.

Elle shares how small, intentional changes can create real environmental impact, the role of community in sustainability, and why rethinking the...

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This week on The Lexy Show, we’re joined by Mo.Na. Gems, the trailblazing brand redefining sustainable fashion accessories. What started as a creative experiment in a college dorm has blossomed into a movement proving that eco‑friendly jewelry can be both fun and modern — with pieces made from 100% biodegradable bioplastic that look just like trendy resin but won’t contribute to plastic waste. 🌱  

In our conversation, we dig into how founders Mecca McDonald and Mia Dunn took inspiration from viral resin trends and turne...

In this episode, we sit down with Rowaiye Olanrewaju, a visionary sustainability advocate and founder of the Larry Rowbs Foundation, whose work is transforming how the fashion world thinks about waste, community empowerment, and environmental impact. With over a decade of experience in the fashion industry and academic credentials in international trade and economics, Rowaiye has seen firsthand how traditional fashion systems create both environmental harm and economic inequity — particularly in Africa.  

After witnessing the devastating effects of fast fashion and landfill waste, Rowaiye launched the Larry Rowbs Foundation to cat...

This week on The Lexy Show, we’re sitting down with Raphaella Godoy, the self‑taught fashion designer behind her eponymous slow‑fashion label based in Brooklyn.  Raphaella grew up in a creative family rooted in art and performance, and her work reflects that fearless spirit — a mash‑up of punk, goth, girly, camp, and maximalist energy that refuses to be boxed in. Her pieces aren’t made on an assembly line; they’re handmade, often upcycled, and infused with personality, blending tradition and rebellion in every stitch. 

In this episode, we unpack her creative journey from Mex...

This week on The Lexy Show, we’re diving into the world of Cheeki Swim, a Hawaiian‑born swimwear brand that blends handmade craftsmanship, sustainability, and island‑inspired style.  Founded by Gigi Scholbi in Oahu, Cheeki Swim creates each piece with care, using recycled and deadstock materials to make custom, unique swimwear that channels the energy of the islands. We’ll explore how Cheeki’s commitment to slow fashion pushes back against the fast‑fashion norm, offering sustainable swimwear that doesn’t compromise on style. From Gigi’s journey of building the b...

This week on The Lexy Show, we’re shining the spotlight on Cocoplum, the eyewear brand that’s flipping the script on sustainability.  Founded by Claire Ring, Cocoplum takes recycled prescription pill bottles and transforms them into stylish sunglasses, keeping plastic out of landfills and adding some serious flair to your look. 

We’ll talk about how Cocoplum’s closed-loop system gives new life to old glasses, the power of upcycling in fashion, and why it’s time to rethink waste in our wardrobes. Plus, how a simple idea can spark a movement toward sustainable luxury that’s actually cut...

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 prod...

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...

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, s...

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 en...

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 substa...

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...

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 o...

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...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dell Scott—the powerhouse behind the Dell Scott Collection, an international luxury fashion brand that has graced runways from New York and Los Angeles to Paris and Dubai. Dell opens up about her journey from a young girl with a passion for fashion to the founder and CEO of a global brand that celebrates confidence, elegance, and female empowerment.  

Listeners will learn how Dell combines creative vision with business savvy, transforming challenges into opportunities and building a brand rooted in helping women embrace their inner bri...

In this episode of The Lexy Show, Lexy sits down with content creator Indira Viswanathan, who has built a distinctive digital presence through fashion, beauty, and authentic storytelling. Known for her effortless style and eye for aesthetics, Indira opens up about her journey in the digital space and how she balances creativity with authenticity.

As someone who’s cultivated a unique voice online, Indira shares her experience in curating content that feels both polished and true to herself. 
Tune in for a conversation about the intersection of digital identity, fashion, and sustainability. 

In this episode of The Lexy Show, we dig deep into radical sustainability with Ashleigh Dawson, the founder and president of Recycle2Riches. What started as a personal wake-up call against the waste and overproduction in fashion has turned into a mission to shift how we buy, wear, and recycle for good.  

Ashleigh also shares inspiring stories from the ground  from community workshops to volunteer efforts, and why grassroots change is the backbone of what they do.  

If you care about style, sustainability, and smarter consumption — or if you just want to believe change is possi...

This week on The Lexy Show, Lexy sits down with Los Angeles–based designer Niloofar Faghihi, founder of the contemporary label Nillary. With roots in fashion education from ESMOD in New York and a passion for intentional design, Niloofar is forging her own path in an industry that often prioritizes speed over substance. She opens up about building an independent brand from the ground up, the realities of entrepreneurship, and why thoughtful sourcing and production matter now more than ever. Lexy and Niloofar talk about staying creative in an oversaturated market, what inspires Niloofar’s silh...

This week on The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a D*mn, I’m sitting down with Ceilidh Chaplin — the visionary natural-dye artisan and slow-fashion designer behind BillyNou. Ceilidh’s journey began nearly a decade ago when she started experimenting with botanical dyes while pregnant, creating her first pair of overalls in a tiny home studio in France. Since then, she has built a brand rooted in intention, craft, and connection to the natural world. In our conversation, we explore what slow fashion truly looks like beyond the buzzword, the magic of working with foraged plants and vintage textiles, and ho...

On this week’s episode of The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a D*mn, we’re diving into the world of footwear—specifically how one pivotal project is rewriting the rules of what happens when shoes reach their end of life. Our guest is from The Footwear Collective, the coalition of leading brands and innovators driving the “Footwear Futures Project” in partnership with Goodwill Southern California, which set the ambitious goal of collecting 30,000 pounds of used shoes to test new circular solutions.  

We’ll explore why shoes are one of fashion’s most complex waste s...

On this week’s episode of The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a D*mn

We’re talking all things Halloween costumes — the fun, the creativity, and the not-so-pretty truth behind what happens to them after the 31st. Every year, more than 35 million costumes end up in landfills, with most made from plastics that take centuries to decompose.

Lexy breaks down why Halloween has become one of the most unsustainable holidays, how to rethink your costume choices, and simple ways to celebrate without the waste. From thrifting and swapping to rew...

In this episode of The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives A D*mn, we’re talking about sustainability and the power of simple essentials with I Support the Girls — a nonprofit that’s redefining what it means to care for women and menstruating people in crisis. Founded by Dana Marlowe in 2015, I Support the Girls collects and distributes bras, underwear, and menstrual hygiene products to people experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, or financial hardship. What started as one woman’s realization that most donation drives overlook basic necessities has grown into a global movement, providing millions of products to those who need...

This week on The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a D*mn, we’re joined by Richard Martin, Bryony Jones, and Dr. Mark Powell from Against Breast Cancer to discuss the intersection of sustainability and breast cancer advocacy.

The episode dives into their innovative bra recycling initiative, which has been a powerful tool for raising funds while promoting sustainable fashion practices. We learn how this program works, its impact on both breast cancer research and community outreach, and why it’s essential for future progress. Dr. Mark Powell shares insights into the latest developments in b...

This week on The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a Dmn*, we’re joined by Elaine Briks Mitchell, founder and CEO of The Bra Recyclers — a pioneering organization redefining what it means to give clothing a second life.

For more than a decade, Elaine has been on a mission to keep bras and lingerie out of landfills while supporting women and girls in need across the globe. In this episode, we explore how one small garment can make a massive impact — from reducing textile waste to restoring dignity and confidence for br...

This week on The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a D*mn, we’re joined by Julia  Kepniss, Director of Strategy & Programming at the Brem Foundation to Defeat Breast Cancer.

Julia takes us inside Re-Bra, a powerful initiative that gives donated bras a second life while directly supporting breast cancer survivors. We talk about how the program started, the journey each donation takes, and why a simple act like giving a bra can be both sustainable and a true show of solidarity during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This week on The Lexy Show, we’re talking with Newless, the upcycling brand turning forgotten garments into pieces you’ll actually want to wear. Born from the idea that fashion doesn’t have to mean new, Newless has created a model that lets you reimagine what’s already in your closet or shop one-of-a-kind designs crafted from vintage and deadstock fabrics.

In our conversation, we explore how the process works, what kinds of pieces transform best, and why more people are gravitating toward circular fashion. We talk about the creativity and craftsmanship that make upcyclin...

In this episode of The Lexy Show, Lexy dives into the future of sustainable fashion with Madison Mavis, Director of Sustainability and Partnerships at NuSource (formerly Helpsy). Madison shares her journey into sustainable fashion, why the company rebranded, and what it really means to create systems for circularity in fashion.

We cover everything from how NuSource tackles returns, samples, and overstock for brands, to the power of reuse, recycling, and resale. Madison also unpacks common myths about what happens to our old clothes, how individuals can extend the life of...

In this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline Coulter, founder of The Coult, a sustainable fashion label redefining slow fashion with one-of-a-kind, upcycled garments. Jacqueline shares how she transforms discarded fabrics into wearable art, crafting timeless corsets and garments that resist fleeting trends and celebrate mindful consumption. We explore The Coult’s zero-waste ethos, full lifecycle approach to design, and dedication to creating pieces meant to last for years, even across generations. Through her work, Jacqueline invites us to romanticize fashion as art while rethinking our relationship with the clothes we wear—and the impact they...

In this episode of The Lexy Show, we’re honored to welcome Paola Deda, Director of the Forest, Land, and Housing Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and chairperson of the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion.

Paola guides us through:

This week, we’re joined by the inspiring Sarah Torres—the heart and soul behind Sew by Sew, a one-woman upcycling movement turning textile waste into creative possibility. With over 20 years of thrifting experience and involvement in the deadstock fashion industry, Sarah has deep roots in sustainable fashion. What’s more, she started out by supporting wholesale clients and now curates sculptural mystery fabric bundles, saving thousands of pounds of fabric from landfills each year  .

Listen in as Sarah shares:

In this inspiring episode, we talk with Charlotte Liebling, the founder and CEO of Loved Before, a sustainable “soft toy adoption agency” that’s breathed new life into over 10,000 plush toys. After witnessing donated teddy bears being trashed or sold as dog toys while volunteering at a charity shop, Charlotte created a system to clean, repackage, and tell the personal stories behind each beloved toy.

Whether you’re curious about creative reuse, impactful marketing on a shoestring, or turning simple ideas into retail success, Charlotte’s journey is both heartwarming and utterly compelling.

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This week on eLEXYfy: The Place for Fashion, we’re joined by Christine Lindebak — former luxury fashion insider turned founder of Sewing and the City and Lindy Lindy, two beautiful slow fashion brands redefining what it means to create with purpose. ✨🧵

Christine shares how she left the high-speed world of corporate fashion to build something more intentional—teaching people around the world to sew, working with deadstock and vintage fabrics, and designing bridal loungewear that’s as sustainable as it is stunning.

We div...

In this episode, Lexy sits down with Emily Parker, marine scientist and environmental advocate at Heal the Bay. From her academic journey at Elon University and Scripps Institution of Oceanography to co-leading the Reusable LA coalition, Emily shares how science, community, and policy intersect in the fight against plastic pollution. She discusses her work on Assembly Bill 1572, the importance of Marine Protected Areas, and her vision for a circular economy that protects both people and the planet. Plus, she offers practical tips for anyone ready to start l...

This week on eLEXYfy, we’re joined by the brilliant Bruno Olmedo Quiroga—climate strategist, circular fashion advocate, and Director of Strategy at Good Energy. Bruno’s work bridges the worlds of sustainability, storytelling, and cultural change, bringing fresh energy to the future of fashion and media.

In this episode, Bruno shares the story behind his journey into sustainability and what it really takes to build a regenerative or circular fashion system in today’s world. We talk about greenwashing, the power of education, and how creatives can push for real change in an industry responsible for so much...

This week on eLEXYfy, I’m joined by Carmiel Banasky—an award-winning writer, screenwriter, and leading voice in climate storytelling. As VP of Editorial and Head Writer at Good Energy, Carmiel is helping reshape how sustainability is portrayed across TV, film, and media.

We dive into her journey from literary fiction to climate-centered narratives, and how her work is grounded in cultural inclusion and intersectional storytelling. Carmiel shares how Good Energy is bringing environmental topics to the forefront of mainstream media, and why that shift is so urgently needed. We also talk about the chal...

This week on eLEXYfy, we’re joined by the powerhouse that is Aura Vasquez, a renewable energy advisor, environmental advocate, Afro-Latinx changemaker, public speaker, and fellow podcaster. From city government to grassroots movements, Aura is known for turning bold ideas into actionable change.

In this episode, we dive into how her intersectional identity informs her work, what she learned as a Commissioner for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, and why visibility is a form of activism. We talk about storytelling, accountability, climate justice on social media, and the power of building community fr...

Welcome back to eLEXYfy: The Place for Fashion! This week, we’re diving into the flavorful intersection of food, culture, sustainability, and mindful living with a truly inspiring guest — Jocelyn Ramirez, founder of Todo Verde and member of 1% for the Planet.

Jocelyn left behind a career in higher education to launch a mission-driven plant-based food company rooted in her Mexican-Ecuadorian heritage. From seasonings that honor traditional Latin flavors to her work with the Los Angeles Food Policy Council, Jocelyn is reshaping the way we think about sustainability—one meal, one co...