Ep 9: Style, status, and self-love: A Conversation with stylist Wale Sanni

In this episode of Closet Philosophy, we talk to stylist and luxury handbag designer Wale Sanni about what personal style really means—and it has little to do with what we wear. Wale shares how he went from sneakerhead to Saks stylist, why timeless style is about emotional connection, and how status, self-worth, and fashion are always intertwined.

We dive into:

Why people say they don’t care about status but they usually do
Why quality isn’t just about fabric—it’s about how you care for your clothes
The deeper meaning of the Walmart Birkin
How self-love is the foundation of great style

Plus, Wale shares his take on what three things are actually worth investing in if you want a wardrobe that works and feels meaningful.

About Our Guest

WALE SANNI
Stylist & co-founder of Nero Chicago

Follow him on Instagram: @stylebywale
Follow him on TikTok: @stylebywale

This isn’t a podcast about fashion.

It’s a podcast about meaning. About how we show up in the world.

And how we take up space—on purpose.

Subscribe now so you don’t miss next week’s episode—because we’re just getting started unpacking what style can really do.