How Hot Sam’s Became Detroit’s Oldest Black-Owned Clothier – Ep. 150 w/ Lauren Stovall (Hot Sam’s)

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Lauren Stovall, brand strategist, creative entrepreneur, and self-described “Legacy Preserver” at Hot Sam’s Detroit — the city’s oldest men’s clothier, founded in 1921. For over a century, Hot Sam’s has been more than a store; it’s been a cultural institution where Detroiters have marked life’s biggest moments — from first suits and prom nights to weddings and beyond.

Lauren shares her journey stepping into the family business, what it means to carry forward a 104-year-old legacy, and how she’s helping the brand evolve for future generations. With a focus on blending tradition and innovation, Lauren is showing what it means to honor heritage while embracing the creativity needed to keep a business thriving in today’s market.

We’re talking:

• How Hot Sam’s became a cornerstone of Detroit style and culture
• What it means to be a “Legacy Preserver” in a family-owned business
• Balancing heritage with fresh ideas to stay relevant after 100+ years
• The role of fashion as a community connector in Detroit
• Lauren’s vision for sustaining Hot Sam’s for the next century

Tap in for a conversation about legacy, creativity, and keeping Detroit’s stories stitched into the fabric of its future.

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