Fashion Thursdays: The Color of Money—Met Gala, Lauren Sanchez, and the State of Fashion
Host: Diane Gilman

Diane Gilman kicks off this episode by asking whether fashion is still creative—or if it’s stuck in a rut. She dives into the Met Gala’s 2026 theme, “The Color of Money,” and how Lauren Sanchez’s funding of the event has sparked debate. Diane reflects on the spectacle of wealth, celebrity, and the pressure to be seen, while also questioning if fashion is still about whimsy, invention, and self-expression—or if it’s become a platform for flexing financial muscle. She shares her take on the Met Gala’s transformation, the public’s reaction to Lauren Sanchez’s rise, and what it means for the future of fashion and philanthropy.

What You’ll Hear

• Diane’s critique of the Met Gala’s direction and the role of money in fashion
• The story behind Lauren Sanchez’s funding of the 2026 Met Gala and the public’s reaction
• How celebrity, wealth, and power intersect at the Met Gala
• Diane’s thoughts on fashion’s current lack of inventiveness and creativity
• Reflections on what it means to be a “self-made” woman versus marrying into wealth
• Diane’s personal journey and her perspective on success, talent, and fulfillment

Big Takeaways

• Fashion should be whimsical, creative, and expressive—but is it still?
• The Met Gala is now a showcase of wealth and celebrity, not just fashion.
• Money is power, but it can’t buy authenticity or lasting respect.
• True fulfillment comes from pursuing your own talent and dreams, not just wealth.
• Diane’s personal journey: talent, hard work, and a life enriched by passion, not just money.

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Connect with Diane Gilman:

1. YouTube: @thedianegilman
2. Facebook: TheDianeGilman
3. Instagram: @thedianegilman
4. TikTok: @thedianegilman
5. Website & Mailing List: TheDianeGilman.com

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🎙️ The 80-40 Factor: Instagram Face, Filters, and the Future of “Looking Younger”

Hosts: Diane Gilman & Nyna Gilpin

This episode of The 80-40 Factor tackles “Instagram face,” the rise of filters, Botox, fillers, and the pressure to look perfect at every age. Nyna Gilpin brings the social media perspective, while Diane Gilman shares what it feels like to navigate beauty standards at 80—post-breast cancer, post-chemo, and still very much in the public eye. Together they question why women are chasing one homogenized look, how filters are warping self-image, and whether AI “perfect” versions of celebrities like Kim Kardashian are the future of entertainment.

What You’ll Hear

• What “Instagram face” is and why so many women now look the same
• Teenagers starting Botox, longevity culture, and the false promise of a “fountain of youth”
• How filters and wigs can quietly erode self-esteem—and why Nyna gave up wigs
• Diane’s honest account of losing brows, lashes, and hair during chemo, and relearning how to feel beautiful
• Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian, All’s Fair, and whether an AI Kim could act better than the real one
• Dating apps, filters, and why people are craving real, current photos and real faces again
• The rise of AI “stars” like Tilly Norwood and what it means when you can’t tell what’s real
• A pro-aging stance: embracing enhancement without erasing who you truly are

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Connect with Diane Gilman:

1. YouTube: @thedianegilman
2. Facebook: TheDianeGilman
3. Instagram: @thedianegilman
4. TikTok: @thedianegilman
5. Website & Mailing List: TheDianeGilman.com

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe, and share it with friends! Remember: age is just a number. Together, we’ll prove that we’re all Too Young to Be Old.

🎙️ Closet Confidential: The Luxury Of Fur (Real, Faux & Fun Fur)

Host: Diane Gilman

This Fashion Thursday, Diane Gilman—formerly the Queen of Jeans and now the self-proclaimed Countess of Closet Confidential—dives into the emotional, ethical, and aesthetic world of fur. From childhood memories in Beverly Hills fur salons to modern faux pieces that rival the real thing, Diane walks through the coats, ponchos, hoodies, and hats that define her “luxury girl” style. She shares why some real furs feel justifiable, why today’s faux fur is both magical and problematic, and how statement pieces can flatter an older face, body, and spirit.

What you’ll hear:

• Diane’s take on real vs faux: pollution, ethics, multi-purpose hides, and personal guilt vs pleasure
• The Veronica Beard calfskin “retro leopard” that makes her feel like a 70s queen
• How childhood Saturdays at a Beverly Hills furrier shaped her lifelong love of mink
• Why Adrienne Landau’s faux ponchos and faux fox hoodies are her go-to “hero pieces”
• Sportmax drama: the big-lapel neutral faux coat that makes strangers stop her on Madison Avenue
• The sentimental Mongolian lamb and ranch-mink-look pieces that carry memories, not just warmth
• Why high-quality faux fur is a dream for older women: no moths, forgiving silhouettes, and instant glamour
• Diane’s new obsession with “fun fur” and the $30–$50 snow-leopard coat that proves faux can be playful
• The ultimate statement: a faux black fox “Zarina hat” that keeps her dry, warm, and feeling like Russian royalty
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Style takeaways:

• Treat fur (real or faux) as a statement: one strong piece can carry an entire outfit.
• For faux, go either hyper-realistic or unapologetically dramatic.
• Big lapels, oversized cuts, and rich textures are incredibly kind to an older face and body.
• Quality faux fur is long-lasting, moth-resistant, and perfect for city winters.
• Your closet can hold history—some pieces are worth keeping for the memories alone.
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