Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine in Talks to Revive 'What Not To Wear'
The iconic fashion hosts may return to television more than two decades after their blunt makeover show was axed.
Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine are reportedly in discussions about reviving their former BBC fashion show, "What Not To Wear." The program, known for its extreme makeovers and candid critiques, originally aired for five series from 2001 to 2005.
Woodall revealed in a recent interview on Saga’s Experience is Everything podcast that conversations about bringing the show back are ongoing. She explained that the initial approach surprised her and Constantine, given their current commitments. Woodall is the CEO of her successful beauty brand, Trinny London, while Constantine is an author.
However, after meeting with producers who had presented a younger team that grew up watching the original series, the presenters became more open to the idea. Woodall stated she made a conscious decision last year to be more receptive to new opportunities, believing they arise for a reason.
The original "What Not To Wear" was famous for its hosts' unvarnished advice, often involving participants being stripped down to their underwear for a 360-degree assessment. Woodall and Constantine were known for their sharp, sometimes controversial, comments about both guests' wardrobes and perceived personal flaws.
The show achieved significant viewership, peaking at 7 million viewers. Following its cancellation by the BBC, Woodall and Constantine moved to ITV with a similar show, "Trinny & Susannah... Undress." After the show's run, Woodall launched Trinny London in 2017, which has since become a global beauty brand valued at £180 million. Constantine has focused on writing novels.