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. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz Bamboo Dedicated Desks: email [email protected] or visit https://2ly.link/27SOd Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/hotsamsdetroit/ Guest Website: https://hotsamsdetroit.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d