Head Over Heels (2024)

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Reporter:

Fashionistas and trendsetters,

polish up your stilettos

and bring out

your finest couture,

because Fashion Week is

officially four weeks away

and we have some tea to spill.

Rumor has it former queen of

designer footwear Delaney Diaz

is vying to regain her throne,

but after Delaney's public

stumble from high fashion,

she's going to need to put

her best foot forward.

It's make or break time.

Will Delaney rule

the runways again,

or be destined for

the walk of shame?

Stay tuned.



Wow. Addi.

Looks like a whole new shoe.

Oh, well, Mr. Simmons

likes to stand out.

Just because

he works in construction

doesn't mean

he can't be stylish.

You have so many great designs.

I bet if we tried

we could make some of these

right here in the shop.

Oh, we're barely

keeping up with repairs.

Besides, I doubt Mr. Simmons is

in the market for kitten heels.

She's down.

Did you sing

my little angel to sleep?

Oh, your little angel thinks

that I need a vocal coach.

In five months,

her father will be on leave

and he can take over

the lullaby duties.

Well, I have been trying

to teach her thumbs down.

Oh, thank you so much for that.

Yeah, she's really got

the spirit of it, for sure.

By the way, you're going to be

singing my praises pretty soon.

I got you a job.

Another one?

I still have to stuff goodie

bags for Ruby's birthday party.

No, no, no, no. I met this lady,

Janice, at mommy and me class,

and she works in HR

at Delaney Diaz.

She said that there's

an opening at the front desk.

Wait, the Delaney Diaz?

I don't get

the excitement about her.

Dad, she is a pioneer in

women's designer footwear.

Look at this ad.

Crystal shoes are practical.

That's not the point.

It shows that artistry

and new ideas can emerge

in unexpected places.

A Diaz is one of a kind.

Apparently. Ms. Hollingsworth

said the same thing

when she dropped off her Diazes.

(both gasping)

Where?

And, let me guess,

she asked for Addi specifically.

She's our number one

customer for a reason.

I can't believe

how much money she makes

buying these old designer shoes

and having you to restore them.

Oh...

Look at this iconic shoe.

Suede insoles creates

a luxurious footpad.

She was at the top of

her game when these came out.

"Was" is the key word though.

She's traded style for

sellability with her new stuff.

Too much success

can ruin a brand.

I still think she's brilliant.

I think your designs are better.

Listen, it's just

a receptionist job for now,

but it's also

a foot in the door.

You know, maybe you could

show her your designs.

It would be cool to meet her.

I'll think about it.

Mm, can't.

I already told her that you

would be perfect for the job.

So, she wants to

interview you tomorrow.

Claudia, no!

I mean, what about the shop?

Dad and I have got the shop.

It's Manhattan.

It's really far away.

Dad, what do you think?

I want my daughters

to follow their dreams.

What're you doing?

Get out of here.



Okay.



(sighing)

(phone ringing)

And another one bites the dust.

Picking up or dropping off?

I'm here for Janice.

I'm interviewing for

the receptionist job.

Oh, thank the good Lord.

You're hired.

Sit, Thomas.

You must be Addi Connors.

- Claudia's sister?

- Yes!

Well, you came at

the perfect time.

We have a more pressing

position that just opened.

Oh, no. She can't.

Look at her outfit.

She's not ready.

Ignore him. Thomas is

filling in. He's our floater.

Actually, I'm her assistant.

Floater's below my pay grade.

Thank you for your service.

Come on, Addi. Let's go chat.

(phone ringing)

Delaney Diaz, please hold.

I'm not going to

sugarcoat it, Addi.

This place is not for the weak.

I hope you know how to juggle.

Oh, I'm a good multitasker.

I answer the phones

at my father's shop

while working the register.

How are you with people?

Delaney is,

let's say, particular.

Oh, people always

say I'm cheerful.

Could be worse, I guess.

This is our main design area.

Wow.

This is a dream.

I cannot believe

I am standing where

Delaney Diaz shoes are made.

Well, used to be made.

We don't do couture anymore.

I mean, our designers

have everything within reach

to test fabrics,

stitching, color combos,

but we send out their designs

for samples to be made.

This was Delaney's

assistant's desk.

Ugh, she didn't even

take her personals.

The tantrum I saw earlier?

Kendra. I knew she wouldn't last

long. She cried on day two.

How long did she work here?

Three weeks. Better than most.

It's the fifth assistant

we've lost this year.

Janice, uh, Payroll needs

to speak with you ASAP.

Kendra's seeking

psychological damages.

Not another one.

Okay, Delaney has

a meeting in 15 minutes.

Thomas we need to

clear this before she sees it.

- Can you...

- Sure.

Oh, what's that?

I think my phone's ringing

and a delivery's here

and the lobby's on fire.

I'll get it.

Oh, you are a savior.

The kitchen is through there.

Uh, come to reception

when you're done, but be quick.

Delaney will lose her mind

if she sees you in those flats.

(sighing)

(Splashing)

Oh, no.

I am so sorry.

It's okay.

I didn't see you come out.

You know what? I can fix this.

Come with me.



Take your shoes off.

Why do I feel like

I'm getting mugged?

Call the fashion police because

I'm saving both our jobs.

Delaney cannot see

coffee-stained shoes

on the floor.

Are you a new designer?

Me? Oh, no. I applied

for the receptionist job.



I made them two-tone

so that they have

a little bit more flair.

I like them. I...

...actually love them.

- (chuckling)

- (whistling)

Oh.

I'll...

Sorry, I was just trying

to put them over there.

Yeah.

- Thank you.

- Yeah.

Um, Addi Connors.

Austin Strickland.

I'm impressed.

You're kind of like a rebel.

Busting into the design

studio like that.

I like to think of myself

as a creative problem solver.

What were you doing

over there?

Oh, Delaney's assistant quit.

I was helping

clean up her stuff.

How long have

you worked here for?

Oh, I've known these

offices since I could walk.

Well, now you can walk around

the offices in custom shoes.

Maybe you'll get a raise.

Maybe you will. Come with me.

Um, I actually have to meet with

Janice to finish my interview.

Oh, trust me.

I have someone you need to meet.



Addi:

Wow.



Is this your office?

No.

It's Delaney's.

Uh, are you sure

we can be in here?

Oh, relax.

Embrace your rebellious side.

It's more fun that way.

But she has a meeting right now.

What if they catch us?

I know.

Now it's with me and you.

Delaney!

You look ravishing today.

I don't succumb to flattery.

You know that.

Yeah.

Who is this?

Why is she in my office?

I would like for you

to meet your new assistant.

Addi Connors.

What happened to Kipper?

Uh, Kipper? Kendra!

(snapping fingers)

Yeah, no. She left.

Weakling.

Okay, we have about

a month until Fashion Week.

You need someone reliable.

- This is reliable?

- Mm-hm.

Have you seen her shoes?

Have you seen mine?

Where did you get those?

Five minutes ago, here,

thanks to Addi Connors.

(chuckling)

- You smile a lot.

- Yeah.

Well, how could I not?

I am standing in front

of Delaney freaking Diaz.

I mean, come on.

Okay, you can go now.

Before you call security on me,

I just have to say,

I think you a genius,

a legend in footwear.

Wearing your shoes is like

putting your best foot forward.

Uh, anyway, that's all.

It's been an honor

and love your office.



Yeah, listen. Hear me out.

She's filled with potential.



It's not the end of the world.

You still have a job here.

(groaning)

I just shouldn't have gone.

Delaney Diaz is a star.

Lightyears away

from someone like me.

I mean, look at my shoes!

I don't belong in Manhattan.

I just shouldn't have

turned into a crazed fan girl

and completely

embarrassed myself.

At least you didn't

ask for an autograph.

Did you?

(phone vibrating)

(gasping)

What? Did they send you

a restraining order?

(chuckling)

I got the job!

On a trial basis,

but they want me

to be Delaney Diaz's assistant.

(screaming)

(laughing)



Good morning, new girl.

See you dressed

for your funeral.

Good thinking ahead.

Planning ahead would be

getting the mouthy floater

the best eclair in Connecticut.

I like you.

Delaney left this for you.

Oh.

Um, when does

she want all this done?

I don't ask questions.

Why not? What happens?

Mm, your funeral.

Mm, thank you.

(sighing)

Okay, just breathe.

You can do this.

(footsteps echoing)



Go, go!

I had a list.

I gave it to Addi this morning.



Oh, Delaney! Good morning.

How are you today?

I don't do small talk,

especially not before

I've had my iced chai latte.

(clearing throat)

Well?

Oh, you want me to speak?

Iced chai latte.

It was on the list.

Oh, right.

I put it right on your desk

and I watered your orchids.

(sighing)

Seems you watered

the latte as well.

Sorry, I can get

you another one.

And what, pray tell,

have you accomplished today?

Where is my dry cleaning?

I thought that

was a lower priority.

I was going to

pick that up tomorrow.

It was on the list for today.

I thought this list

was for the week.

Well, you thought wrong.

Uh... Right. I'm on it.

And for the food

for the meeting, did you...

Expect an iced chai latte

10 minutes ago? Yes, I did.

Of course.



Ooh, Delaney does not

like food on the workspace.

Great.

Another thing I messed up.

I have until Fashion Week

to not get fired.

I don't think I'm going to make

it through this trial period.

She already hates me.

Just give her a chance.

Under that tough exterior,

there's a really good heart.

You just got to keep digging.

Oh, yeah? With an excavator?

Sometimes.

Delaney came up in

a business dominated by men.

She had to be fierce

to succeed.

You know, you're really

good at public relations.

And you really do ooze

of positivity and charm.

So, what's your story?

How did you see

through her tough exterior?

Delaney was

my mom's best friend,

and when my mom passed away,

she stuck around.

I'm sorry.

I lost my mom, too,

a few years ago.

You really do remember

who supports you in that time.

So, is that why

you represent her now?

No, my father

owns the PR company,

and Delaney has been

a longtime client.

Not without challenges,

especially since she got sued

for stealing ideas

by her assistant.

The guy was disgruntled.

It was all false,

but the headlines

and the rumors remain,

which I think is

what hardened her to it.

Well, yeah.

I can understand why.

Yeah, well, I'm trying to

get her back to the top,

but Fashion Week is make it

or break it for all of us.

Oh, is she in trouble?

Franco Chaussure is

attempting a hostile buyout.

He wants to use her label

as his discount brand.

If I don't get any buyers on

this runway show I'm part of,

she's going to

be forced to sell.

That would ruin her legacy.

You think more like

Delaney than you know.

I knew sticking my neck

out for you would pay off.

(rattling)

What... These are supposed

to attract buyers?

The meeting's in a few minutes!

Don't blame me.

I'm just a pretty face.

You're not quitting

on me just yet, are you?

No, never.

Just give me a few seconds.



Perfect.

Hurry, Delany's within

striking distance.

- Grab the numbers.

- Okay.

Here we go.

This here, here, here.

No, that looks great.

Okay. Perfect.

It's great.

Everything is ready

for the buyers meeting.

Not bad, right?

- Adequate, finally.

- Thomas: This way.

Please.

After you. Have a seat.

Thanks, everyone.

Shall we get started?

Now as you can see,

we've done the pump

in a very classic style.

This holds a wide appeal,

I think, to your clientele.

We can do that in

a variety of colors.

The boot we have done in

this beautiful calf skin.

Again, a very familiar

design to help move volume.

The boots.

I'll take as many units

as the manufacturer can

produce before next season.

Excellent. I will have

the team get on that right away.

If I may, Renee,

just the boots?

At this price,

how could I refuse?

My apologies. There appears

to be a little misprint.

I am so sorry.

I didn't realize that

the numbers correspond

with the prices.

Well, Renee, we won't waste

any more of your precious time.

I will personally see to it that

you get the correct price list

and we can reconvene

at a later date.

We're meeting with

Franco Chaussure

later this week.

Are you sure

you want to reschedule?

I'm sure that you

and I can work something out.

Why don't we talk

a little more in my office?

Austin. Would you?

Right this way.

I am so sorry.

I was rushing to get

things ready and I wanted to...

Excuses, Addi.

They're tools of apathy.

All they do is ensure that

your life remains the same today

as it was yesterday.

Now, is that what

you want for yourself?

No.



(sighing)



(door opening, closing)

Hey, what are you doing?

I said I would help.

Four days ago.

(groaning)

I'm sorry.

I am so stressed

with this new job.

Where's Ruby?

With Aunt Carla.

She got a deal on

these Jordan almonds

and insisted that I use

them in the goody bags.

Oh, well, at least let me help.

Oh, how was your first day?

Ever heard the saying

never meet your idols?

Oh, is she that bad?

No, it's me.

I'm just not cut out

for this job, this world.

Hey, you are

an incredible designer.

This world needs to

be cut out for you.

I just don't know

if I can keep up.

And why would he stick

his neck out for me?

He who?

Austin. He's the PR guy.

I ruined his shoes

and then I fixed them,

and he stood up for me

with Delaney. Got me the job.

Wow. Real Prince Charming.

Is he cute?

(both laughing)

So what's your

move tomorrow, huh?

You're gonna stain his shirt

and he gets you a raise?

Or, better yet,

he could take it off for you.

Claudia! You're a mother!

Yeah, because Scott

took his shirt off.

(laughing)

No, he works for Delaney.

It's too risky.

But this is my one

chance to live out my dream

and with my idol no less.

I don't Delaney

even wants me back.

I'm sure I will get

an email from HR any moment.

(phone vibrating)

Ah.

She wants me to pick up

her dry cleaning.

See? Mean pretty women

are never stupid.

She knows she's got a gem.

Oh, stop.

Oh, I'm so lucky to

have you here for me and Ruby

while Scott's away.

I'll always be here for you.

Both of you.

Where are you going?

I'm going to raid your closet,

because I need help for

- my new wardrobe.

- Not the new one!



Oh, that's mine.

I just thought maybe

you needed an extra hand.

And then some.

Thank you.

Come have a seat with me.

I can't let Delaney's

ice melt.

Right, yeah.

Well, I'm going to show you

a trick, so it never

melts again.

- (chuckling)

- Come on.

Okay. So what is this trick?

Well, you have to do is

grab a batch of fresh ice

on your way out. Voila.

Oh. That is very clever.

I owe you one.

I was hoping you'd say that.

I'm trying to get Delaney

to one of my events.

You think you could

help me out with that?

Me? I can't get

her to do anything.

You got this.

(chuckling)

Um... I can try.

Oh!

(both chuckling)

- No, no, no. Allow me.

- Oh...

Oh, what is this?

That's nothing.

It's just a notebook.

- This was a good campaign.

- Yeah.

I would know I came up with it.

Yeah, when I was in college

my dad invited me to go into

one of the marketing meetings.

I had the audacity to

speak up. They loved it.

And that was it.

I can't believe that.

This ad has inspired me so much

and it was you.

What are these?

Oh, they're nothing.

They're just sketches.

I like to draw when

I'm at my dad's shop.

It's just a hobby.

I'm not the designer anything.

Well, this notebook

says otherwise.

I am just trying to survive

Delaney's shoe empire.

Oh, I get that.

For now you might

want to tuck this away.

I mean,

Delaney has some trust issues.

She doesn't discuss anything

other than with her design team.

You should see their contracts.

They're ironclad.

Just promise me one thing.

Don't pitch her just yet.

Because if you do we might never

work in the city ever again.

Oh. Yeah, understood.

(clearing throat)

So, what's this event?

Technically it's my dad's event,

but I have a few out-of-the-box

ideas I want to pitch,

which is why I need Delaney,

and, if you wanted to come by

and maybe be her bumper?

Her bumper?

- Yeah.

- What is that?

You know how much

she hates the chitchat

and smiling for cameras.

- I think I can handle that.

- Yeah?

- Yeah.

- I really see you with

a bulletproof vest

and some sunglasses.

(both laughing)

Well, I admire your

unwavering faith in me.

I know special when I see it.

Um, but in all honesty though,

earn Delaney Diaz's trust

and she'll invite you in.

And then she'll have you

sign a 50-page contract. Easy.

Yeah, if she doesn't

fire me first.

I'll make sure

that doesn't happen.

Just get some more ice.

Okay.

No. Walking on glass

would be more comfortable.

These all tested very well.

With who? Someone with hooves?

Is... Is this

a medical condition?

Oh, no, no. No. I just...

Sentences, my love. Sentences.

Well...

Why not go back

to the suede insole?

Mrs. Hollingsworth

loves the suede insole.

So, she says that

it's like walking on air.

I'm sorry,

who is Mrs. Hollingsworth?

She's a client at

my dad's shoe repair shop.

What school

did you graduate from?

Parsons? NYU?

Um...

None of the above.

But I did take courses

at community college.

I'll have the team

go back to the drawing board.

Just take out

the Millennial Collection

and let's have a look

at the suede insole.

(sighing)

Have you lost your mind?

Because of the insoles?

You have me

attending an art opening

hosted by Robert Strickland.

They are notoriously boring.

Oh, well...

Thank God Austin inherited

his mother's creativity.

Well, he's invited

a lot of press.

I think it's a great idea.

You do? And how many reporters

have tried to

mortify you for clickbait?

Well, Morgan Humphries once took

a photo of my skirt tucked into

my tights and sent it

to the entire 10th grade.

I was horrified. I even called

my dad to come pick me up,

but he told me

I had to stay and face it,

and then Joey Lieberman ended up

calling Coach Thomas "mom,"

and everyone forgot about me

for the rest of the day.

- Mm.

- (chuckling)

Okay, good.

Next time spare me the details

of your painfully

tedious memoir.

Just cancel.

Oh, but Austin

would be so disappointed.

He has one of

his out-of-the-box ideas.

His dad's been

really hard on him.

I know it would mean

a lot if you could see it.

Austin's father is

very hard on him sometimes.

Alright, I'll make

an appearance.

15 minutes no more,

but no less.

I will let him know.

And you will not let

any reporters near me.

And you will never

do that again, please.



Addi, what are you doing?

Dad was about to call the cops.

He thought it was

another break-in.

I promised I would work on

Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoes.

I'm so far behind.

Well, I can help.

You're busy enough with Ruby.

Exactly.

So, when I need you to babysit,

you're gonna owe me big time.

So, I was thinking popcorn

and movies at your place

for dinner tomorrow.

I actually have

an art show I have to go to.

Oh, an art show. That's great.

So, what are you going to wear?

I don't know. Black, I guess.

No.

You're gonna wear red.

I can't. These are

Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoes.

I bet if you call her and ask,

she will let you borrow them.

She adores you.

Okay, I will call her and ask.

Oh, they are pretty.

- Mm-hm.

- (chuckling)



Should we grab

a photo on the carpet?

If you have to grab for status,

Addi, then you don't have any.

Where's Austin?

I texted him that we were here.

He'll probably come find us.

(sighing)

Typical Robert Strickland event.

I swear, I've been in

elevators more exciting.

The man has not

changed in 20 years.

Well, Austin says he has

something out of the box.

Well, time is ticking.

Why don't you go get him

before I fall asleep?

Of course.



Austin.

Addi, you made it?

- Yeah.

- Have you seen Delaney?

Yeah, she's here. Um...

Oh, she's over there.

Was that a smile?

Yeah, that is Betty Badgley

from the Rossmoore Foundation.

Means we have 10 minutes.

Come on, I want to

show you something.

Oh, um...



So, what do you think?

This is amazing.

The iconic crystal shoe.

Yeah, I knew

you'd appreciate that.

You've created a very cool vibe.

The party should be down here.

Yeah, it's the only spot

my dad let me have.

He probably thought I was

gonna be out of the way.

This is why I need Delaney.

Do you think people

will follow her down here?

Do you think your dad

would announce there's

a party down here?

We don't want people to think

Delaney's just running off.

Have you ever heard of

a whisper campaign?







There you are. I hear

there's a hot party downstairs.

Why are we wasting

time up here, hm?

Shall we?

A whisper campaign?

That is genius.

Where'd you come up with that?

I saw it in a movie once.

Muppets Take Manhattan.

What? It worked!

You are full of surprises.



Addi: (groaning)

It's so beautiful.

Your iconic shoe.

Well, not quite,

but yes, there is some beauty.



It looks like your father

finally found the party.

Time to face the music.



How come they don't

see eye to eye?

After Austin's mother died

Robert threw himself

into his work.

He just wanted safety

and stability,

and Austin, you know,

is very adventurous

and naturally rebellious

like his mother.

So, I think that's

a bit hard for Robert.

They clash, you know?

He's so talented.

It's a shame his dad

doesn't encourage him more.

Yeah, it is.

Anyway, my glass is empty

and I don't want to linger

in front of my own display.

It's a little tacky.

Shall we?

Where did you get those shoes?

Oh, my friend

let me borrow them.

I wanted to

represent you well tonight.

Indeed.



Excuse me.

I'm so sorry to interrupt.

Delaney, Austin needs to

speak with you over there.

Oh. I'm so sorry. Duty calls.

Nice to see you.

(chuckling)

What took you so long?

You looked like

you were having fun.

Are you kidding?

He was curing my insomnia.

Delaney Diaz.

Well, it has been a while

since your last public outing

and I see we are parading out

an old design triumph tonight.

What happened?

Couldn't steal any

new designs to show?

Oh, stealing designs? Well, no.

I would think that's your M.O.

You haven't written

anything new or noteworthy

since the last time

you falsely accused me.

It is quite noteworthy that

Franko Chaussure is ready to

make your name a hot sell

in the bargain basement.

Any comment on

a potential buyout?

My readers would love to.

Excuse me. I need your help.

Could you just play along?

Sure.

Oh, Delaney, this gentleman

would like to speak with you

about the vintage line.

Well, sometimes the past

is the present to the future,

especially with

the signature red heels.

Will there be a collaboration?

Delaney Diaz and Armond Alonse?

Ah, only time will tell.

That's all I can say for now.

Please do give me

the scoop first.

Anyways, enjoy the show.



Armond, thank you for saving me.

You know how

these reporters are.

Oh, I do understand.

Listen, I gotta run.

Delaney, it was great

seeing you again,

and I do love

these red shoes know.

(chuckling)

Did I miss

something good or bad?

That has yet to be determined.

I am so sorry.

I didn't know who he was.

I was just trying to

get rid of the reporter.

Well, congratulations, Addi.

You put out a candle

with a forest fire.

You know what?

I think I'm done here.

Hold on one second.



(shattering)

- (gasping)

- (chuckling)

Now everyone's talking

about Delaney Diaz,

and we got to accost a reporter.

(laughing)

Well done, my darling.

You are your mother's son.

(kissing)



You did that? Wow.

Yeah, tell that to my dad.

He doesn't seem too impressed.

Well, you are a creative

problem solver. Bravo.

Thank you.

You want to get out of here?

What about the event?

Oh, I'm sure my dad

has it all under control.

Besides, there's something

I want to show you.

And so I told them, "If you're

gonna be singing that song,

you need to be

hitting that note."

- He loves to sing.

- He loves to sing.

He can't hit that note.

- Are you cold?

- A little bit.

Okay. Here.

Oh.

(Clearing throat)

Here you go.

Thank you.

Can I get your bag?

Thanks. Where are you taking me?

Well, this is my latest

out-of-the-box idea.

Wow.

The point is to make it

rain Delaney Diaz shoes

early in the morning

to get the buzz

in the busiest laneway

of the district.

Wanna try?

- Uh, is it legal?

- Legal?

What, like,

littering or something?

Well, as long as

it doesn't touch the ground.

Otherwise, I hope

you have a good lawyer.

(laughing)

- Yes!

- (laughing)

I bet you can't make it

to the third line from here.

- Over there?

- Mm-hm.

Alright. Here we go.

Littering! Citizen's arrest!

- You will not catch me.

- Citizen's arrest!

I still can't believe

you pulled over Armond Alonse,

the king of handbags himself.

(groaning)

I know. I fully expect

a melted chai latte

dumped over my head

in the morning before

security escorts me out.

Not before she asks you

to remove her vintage shoes.

(groaning)

Did you know she designed those?

- Mm-hm.

- Where'd you get 'em?

They're out on loan.

I just wanted to fit in

with the people at the party.

I mean, they're fantastic.

Urban chic.

Urban chic. I like that.

We should use that in a show,

give Delaney Diaz her edge.

Hm.

Hey, how come she

doesn't design anymore?

Uh... Well, I think

she lost confidence.

The industry doesn't

really take her as seriously

as they used to.

She had a few flops,

lost a lot of sales,

she had to transition towards,

you know, more basic models

for department stores

to keep her brand afloat.

Was that her idea?

It was my dad's actually,

and it worked.

I know she wants to

go towards high fashion,

but she's afraid.

Well, she's about

to get bought out.

Now's the time to take a risk.

I couldn't agree more,

but we are outnumbered.

No one wants to

take risks right now.

Well, your ideas are great.

Social media is going to

be buzzing tomorrow morning

about the runway

all thanks to you.

You should start

your own PR firm.

- (chuckling)

- Do it your way.

Thank you,

but my father owns

the biggest PR company

in all of New York.

I mean, I would love

to call the shots,

but it's a big leap.

I wish I could

practice what I preach,

but I'm still figuring out

how or if I have a voice

in this industry.

I feel kind of lost.

Maybe... maybe we all are.

Alright, last chance.

Time to redeem yourself.

Okay.

You, um, you're gonna

bust me out of jail

if this doesn't work, right?

Like, use that arm

and throw a grappling hook

over the wall or something?

You really need my help.

Help me up here.

Nice.

There we go.

I should go.

This was really fun though.

Thank you for cheering me up.

Thank you. It was. Um...

I will get you a cab

and I hope I will

see you at work.

I really hope so.



Oh. Good morning, Delaney.

I brought you a little treat.

My sister made them.

She's serving them at

my niece's first birthday party.

Sorry, no more of

my boring memoir.

They're chocolate truffles.

Processed sugar, saturated fat.

No, thanks.

Well, I was hoping they

could be an olive branch

after last night's

little mishap.

Little mishap?

That's what you call

yanking a world-renowned

handbag designer

into your little rescue mission?

It will never happen again.

I will not let you down.

Remains to be seen.

Where's my schedule?

Oh, it's right here

on your computer.



I need you to add

a lunch for tomorrow.

Of course. With whom?

Armond Alonse. His assistant

will be calling with details.

Make sure you

give me enough time.

Oh! I mean...

Oh, I will add it

to your calendar.



Mm.





Excuse me, sorry to bother.

Is that Delaney Diaz?

Oh, yeah.

It's her latest sh**t.

Ah, is she making a comeback?

That's the idea!

She has a show at Fashion Week.

Oh, I thought her days

of high fashion were over.

She's reviving some of

her signature style.

Suede insoles and everything.

Hm. Do you work for her?

Yeah, I'm her

personal assistant. I'm Addi.

- Are you a fan?

- I am.

Is that a part of her new line?

Oh. It's the day to night pump.

So, women can go from

the office to a c*ck party

without changing shoes.

- I love it.

- Yeah.

Am I able to see

a little bit more of that?

Fashion Week will have

everything in our show.

I look forward to it.

Well, I will let you

get back to work.

- Thanks again.

- Yeah.



What did Andrea Walker want?

Who?

The person you were just

talking to, Andrea Walker.

Oh, I didn't get her name.

She's a big fan of Delaney's.

A fan? A fan of

a hostile takeover maybe.

She works for Franco Chaussure.

What!?

I can't believe they sent a spy.

I mean, they do that.

They're sneaky. You didn't

say anything, did you?

Uh... No, no. I just told her

about the show, that's all.



(balloon inflating)

Dad, you need to

give them more air!

Well, where's Addi?

She's supposed to be helping

- with Ruby's birthday.

- You know where.

I don't like this.

You don't like change.

She says she can't even

pitch her designs to Delaney.

So, what's the point?

Well, it's a foot in the door.

Plus, I think

she has a work crush.

(balloon inflating)

Hi! Sorry I'm late.

Glad you're here. Claudia hates

my balloon technique.

(Claudia laughing)

Oh, how are things with

Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoe?

She's coming on Monday.

Uh, don't tell me you forgot.

No. No, not at all.

I'm on it. I'm just, um...

- Prioritizing.

- Over your biggest customer?

And what about this morning?

Where exactly do we fit

on your priority list?

It's not like you, Addi.

Don't worry, Dad.

I'll take care of it.

Addi has a lot on her plate.

I'm still picking up

the cake today.

(phone vibrating)

Oh, no.

Is something wrong

with the cake?

No, no.

I have to go back into work.

There's an emergency meeting.

On a Sunday?

We have Ruby's party

and Sunday dinner.

Work can wait.

You haven't missed

Sunday dinners since Mom died.

I'm so sorry,

but Delaney is having

a meltdown about the show,

but I promise I will

be back for both

and I'll have Aunt Carla

pick up the cake, okay?

Love you guys.

(door closing)

(balloon inflating)



I just need you to look past...

No, but they even

have the same seam.

It's not about

the pants, really.

Look at the stitching!

I came as fast as I could.

What's the big emergency?

"Franco Chaussure

launches heels to take you

from the office

to a c*ck party."

Yeah, that black pump

is exactly like ours,

and we were going to use it

in the big finale in the show.

We can't use it at all now.

Now it's just gone, poof.

We are going to

figure something out.

They are clearly trying

to sabotage the show

to lock in the buyout.

They even have a better

tagline than we do.

Why didn't we come up with that?

Fashion Week is two weeks out.

This is a massive disaster.

Listen, we've come too far

to let them win, alright? It...

(groaning)

Okay, message Alexander.

Tell him to get the design team

together to work on

a new finale shoe!

Addi, will you

order us some food?

It's going to be a long night.

Oh, um, I kind of

have a family commitment.

I kind of have a crisis.

You wanted a job in fashion?

This is the job.



(phone pinging)

No, see, how am I supposed to...



Who's tapping?

Sorry.

So, what do you think?

Nothing speaks to me.

Everything seems very basic.

These are our last sketches.

I can have the team

start again tomorrow,

during work hours.

Oh, I'm sorry, is securing

the future of our company

a little inconvenient

for you, Alexander?

Not at all.

I'm simply stating the obvious.

You've rejected every design

we have in the office.

Okay.

I just need to think.

We gather all the maybes

and I'll look at them later.

Okay?

Okay, so we both know that the

maybes are not going to cut it.

Is there anything that

we can send the team?

Sorry, I can't call

and give them work on a Sunday.

Tomorrow we can

start right away.

Okay, we just need to

convince her of that.

That will take a miracle.

Oh, no. No, no, no.

She will not listen to me.

She did about the suede insoles.

I give her iced chai lattes

and not business advice.

Just please go talk to her.

See where her head's at.

(sighing)

(footsteps approaching)

I'm thinking.

I know, I just wanted to

see if you needed anything.

A miracle.

So many so-called experts

and not one worthy shoe.

Not one.

I think maybe you're looking

for an external solution

for an internal problem.

So, this is my fault now?

No, no, no. That...

That's not what I meant.

But the brand is called

Delaney Diaz for a reason.

It was built from you.

So, maybe you just need to

look within for the answers.

Well, I haven't

designed in years.

Last time I did,

it was a total flop.

They said I was out of touch.

Well, that was then.

The truth is, I wasn't even

crazy about that black pump.

Now, those red shoes

that you wore,

some of my best work.

My favorite collection.

Mine, too.

Where did you find

that inspiration?

Well, when I was young, I used

to sit on the train and sketch,

and I would sketch

all the people around me,

from all walks of life.

From punks to power brokers.

I loved it.

I loved all the bold contrasts.

Well, maybe that's your answer.

The trains,

the power, the boldness.

The urban chic.

No, that's not

what our buyers want.

But maybe it's

what the people want.

The people want what

the buyers tell them to want.

That's how it works.

We have to stick

to what we know.

Call the boys in. I think

I need to give the design team

a clearer direction

for tomorrow.

I'm sorry, is there something

more important on your phone

than my current crisis?

Um, well...

Addi, prosperity is

born of difficult choices.

Now, I think

you have some talent,

but do you have what

it takes to be a success?

Yes, I do.

Good. Then get back to work.

Right away.

(door opening, closing)



(gasping)

Dad, you scared me.

Likewise. Where were you today?

We had a crisis.

Crisis? The stock market

crashing is a crisis.

A tsunami is a crisis.

What was so important that

you had to miss Ruby's party

and Sunday dinner?

It's a family tradition.

A totally new shoe

for Fashion Week.

I... Look, Delaney needed me.

I'm sorry I missed everything,

but, you know, I think

I turned a corner with her.

She said I have talent.

Your sister was very

hurt today by your absence.

I was hurt.

Family comes first

in this house.

Sunday dinner is

how we honor your mother.

I know.

I'm sorry.

Life's about balance.

This Delaney, does she even

care about you? Having you

do menial tasks all day?

Addi, remember what matters.



Now, get some sleep.

We'll talk more about

this in the morning.



(sighing)



(phone ringing)

(gasping)

You look like the walking dead.

Thank you for the compliment.

Is this about the crisis?

How did you hear

about that already?

(clearing throat)

She wants me to go

downtown for spices? Come on!

Assistant world

is a thankless one.



Code Magma.

Major eruption. Evacuate.

(sighing)

Okay. You can do this.

It's not a big deal.

It's just Delaney.



Addi, everything okay?

You were going to commit

career suicide in the lobby.

If you need to take a pause

we can work something out.

There's no need

to involve Delaney.

Involve me how?

It's 10 days to Fashion Week,

Addi just seems

a bit overwhelmed.

Nothing to be alarmed about.

Is that so?

You're here early.

Oh, I never left.

Oh, look. No latte.

Your feelings must be hurt.

Well, I need to talk to you.

I'll just be a phone call away.

Certified in mediation.

I, um...

You know what? I am exhausted.

So another chapter of

your memoir will send me

to the land of the undead.

You slept here?

I didn't sleep.

These are incredible.

These are perfect for the show.

Well, unfortunately not.

Oh, you're crazy.

No, I'm going to go with

the design team on this one.

We have a target market and this

is not the time to take risks.

Well, some risks

are worth taking.

Your genius is what

launched this company.

I think that you should...

Oh, is this what you

wanted to talk to me about?

Your expertise and experience in

running an international brand?

I thought that I was going to

be learning more around here.

Not someone pushed

aside to run errands.

Errands are the job, Addi.

Was that not made clear?

I missed my niece's

birthday yesterday

and Sunday night dinner,

and I haven't missed a dinner

since my mom passed.

Look, that's a hard choice.

I'm sorry, but it happens.

This isn't me.

I believe in balance.

I think I can still be myself

and hold on to what counts most.

You should go home, Addi.

Right now?

I mean, I was supposed to...

Go home. I will have Janice call

you when it's time to come back.

Okay, fine.

I'll leave.



Surprise! What do you...

What do you think?

Ah.

I'm getting some

influencers tomorrow to go

take some pictures in it

just to make a bit more noise

on the socials.

It's so fun. I love it.

You know, you're my inspiration.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah! I mean, your red pumps.

It's got everyone talking

about how fun and provocative

Delaney Diaz shoes were.

Are.

- Hey.

- (laughing)

You want to try it on?

Yeah.

You know, this store never

really allowed me to have

interactive displays,

but, you know...

You can't be tamed.



(chuckling)

(chuckling)

You are absolutely beautiful.



Delaney fired me.

What? No.

Yeah, I don't really blame her.

I mean, I don't really

think I'm cut out for this.

I don't want to be

ruthless and cold.

Well, you're not

and neither's Delaney.

Well, she coldly

asked me to leave.

Uh-huh.

So, what are you

still doing here?

Well, I made you a promise.

I don't want to let down

the people around me anymore.

That's a good quality to have.

Well, it's not a popular one.

Most people see it as weak.

Well, popular ideas

aren't always the right ones.

This is excellent.

I think it'll go viral.

Yeah. Yeah.

Yeah, my father didn't let me do

what I wanted to

do on the runway.

So, I figured

I'd do this instead.

Well, maybe it'll

inspire Delaney.

She is sketching again.

Really?

Yeah, and they're amazing,

but she refuses to

use them for the show.

Well, maybe you got to her.

She didn't actually

utter the words

"you're fired," did she?

No, but it was implied.

There was a tone.

Ah. I'm just saying, hang on.

Maybe she'll surprise you.

This whole journey

has been surprising.

I don't know if

I can take it anymore.

And I don't know how

you handle this circus.

Well, that's what's

great about it, right?

Life, not knowing, it's...

But if you gotta go,

you gotta go.

But before you do go

I would love it if you made me

a clown shoe, you know,

just for old time's sake.

It'll be the most

stylish shoe you own.

It would be an honor

to wear your clown shoe.

I should go.

- Yeah.

- I have to catch the train

and go to my dad's to see

my sister before I go home.

Well, at least

let me give you a ride.

Come on.

Claudia: Look at all your gifts.

(gasping)

Wow.

(door opening, closing)

Addi: Hello! I'm here!

And I have a friend with me.

Claudia:

Addi, can you believe this?

This is incredible.

Oh, hi.

You must be Austin, right?

Austin.

The boy from work she's...

Mm. Mm-mm.

(chuckling)

It's nice to meet you both.

Thank you for

letting me borrow Addi.

She's been a really big help.

What is all this?

Hmm, "Please accept my

apologies for keeping your aunt

from such a special day.

Thank you for sharing.

Best wishes, Delaney Diaz.

PS. Enjoy Monday dinner."

Are you sure

that's from Delaney?

I thought I was fired.

"Also, Addi,

if you need the time off,

Janice will arrange it.

I will be at the office

at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow."

That doesn't sound

like a dismissal.

Told you, she cares.

Wow, I might be

too shocked to eat.

Looks like your boss

does know how to prioritize.

Let's eat and we can get to

know Austin a little better.

Dad, do not be weird, please.

I hope you're both hungry.

Yes.

We got a little too much

food maybe, but that's...



You're pretty good

with your hands.

How are you with leather?

He has a job, Dad.

Gonna need an extra

set of hands around here

now that you're

leaving us for Delaney Diaz.

I will always make time for you.

Life's about balance, right?

That's my girl.

- I learned from the best.

- (Ruby crying)

I should get her to bed.

It might take a while.

She requires lullabies.

Yeah, 'cause

Claudia's tone-deaf.

Oh, thank you.

You know what? Allow me.

You, uh, you finish dessert.

Oh, wow. Thanks Austin.

You should know, though,

that I am also looking

for a babysitter.

Well, I'm a jack of all trades.

I'll send you my resume.

Okay.

(Ruby crying)

Look at you. Yeah.

I know. Alright.

Um, wow. He's a keeper.

Let's see if we can finish this

before we start saying I do's.

Don't worry, dad.

My professional life

has enough drama.

I'm not trying for

an office romance.

Well, the heart wants

what the heart wants.

These are fantastic, by the way.

Are they new?

Some of them. I was

inspired by Delaney's work.

This shoe would be

so perfect in that collection.

It would be a dream to

see Delaney Diaz's name

under one of my sketches.

Mm.

You mean, like...

(Addi chuckling)

Looks right to me.

I'll get my chance one day.

Oh, by the way, can I stop

by the office tomorrow morning

on the way to the doctor just

to say thank you to Delaney?

Yeah, as long as

you don't talk too much.

She hates rambling and not

before her morning latte.

Um, you ramble.

Okay, I converse.

(Austin singing indistinctly)

Twinkle, twinkle,

little star

How I wonder what you are

Up above the world so high

- Oh, he's singing to her.

- Like a diamond in the sky

Lucky girl.

Jealous?

(chuckling)

Is everything okay?

Oh, yeah.

Everything's more than fine.

Yeah, yeah.

Claudia can take over

and you have a long drive.

Thank you for everything.

Yeah, you're welcome.

See you tomorrow.

Absolutely.

Oh don't mind me.

Have a good night.

You too.

You can keep fooling yourself.



And he said,

"No, my name is Phillip!"

(both laughing)

Oh, no.

Sorry to interrupt.

Delaney, I have

the final designs all ready

for the manufacturer

and Austin will pick

the best one for

the press release.

Oh, that's great,

and nothing digital, please.

We don't want a repeat

of the day to night pump.

I have printed hard copies

for Austin and the manufacturer.

Impressive.

She really is.

Anyway, I'll let you

get back to work.

Thanks again

so much for everything.

Ruby loved all of her presents.

It was a really special night.

I do like to take care

of what matters.

A latte machine has arrived.

- And speaking of which.

- (laughing)

Addi, could you

please see to that?

Yeah. Here would you take this,

and I'll meet you at my desk?

Take care.





(phone ringing)

Delaney wants you to choose

a shoe for the press release.

She trusts your opinion.

She trusts yours, too.

See, I told you

you weren't fired.

(chuckling)

I'm glad you're still here.

Me, too.

So, how is the show going?

- Oh, it is a disaster.

- (chuckling)

My father and I

do not agree on wardrobe.

I just wanted to make sure

that fashion was for everyone,

I wanted to make sure

that people felt

glamorous and powerful when

they wore Delaney Diaz, but...

Like the crystal shoe

on the subway.

Exactly. Now, I just feel

like he's not supporting me,

or Delaney, for that matter,

and if this show doesn't sell,

it's all over.

Anyway, everything is ready,

all I need are the shoes.

They should be

ready by next week.

Good.

Make sure you guard

this book with your life.

Delaney is paranoid

something will go wrong again.

Sure thing.

Are you coming to

the party tonight with Delaney?

To open Fashion Week? Of course.

And Delaney can't wait to go.

- Oh.

- Shocking, right?

Well, miracles do happen.

Mm-hm.

I'll see you tonight.

Okay.

Hello, again.

Oh, Andrea Walker,

from Franco Chaussure.

Spying again?

Want to steal more of our ideas?

I happen to live on this block

and this is actually

my favorite coffee shop.

And, for the record, we didn't

take your shoe concept.

We had one in the works,

and we just happened

to release it first.

You used my words.

I told Franco about you.

How would you like

to come work with us?

Tempting, but no.

I work for Delaney.

If all goes to plan then Delaney

will be under our company.

I'm trying to help you out here.

Secure your seat on the lifeboat

when her ship

inevitably goes down.

Well, when our show goes well,

the ship will keep sailing.

It would take a miracle.

Our door is open.

Think about it.

(scoffing)

(Dance music playing)

Oh.



Okay, get me a glass

of pinot, please?

And then we'll

slip out the back.

People want to see you!

You have to linger a little bit.

It's good for the brand.

(groaning)

You sound like Austin.

Did he send out

the press release?

Oh, let me check.

He said he was going to

send it out before the party.

You know what?

Never mind. Wine first.

And can you get me a big glass?

I need something

I can hide behind.

- Yes.

- Thank you.



Glass of red, please?

(clearing throat)

(gasping)

Delaney, hi.

I saw your press release.

I'd love to get your

take on the bold design.

It certainly is a departure

from the boring, safe designs

you've been putting out lately.

Has the fashion bloggers

in quite the uproar.

Well, I didn't design that shoe.

Now, a good reporter would

know to check his facts,

but then again

we're talking about you.

Yeah, the signed sketch

and press release stating

you designed this shoe

states otherwise.

Here's my headline.

Aging fashion icon is

up to her old tricks again.

Stealing designs and releasing

them under her own name.

This sad story

will surely go viral.

Excuse me?

Delaney, you're needed

for a photo, right now.

What are you insinuating here?

Sorry, Delaney.

I'm going to need this back

so I can tweet about my

latest scoop if you don't mind.

- Come on.

- How...

- Ciao.

- What is he talking about?

It's okay.

No, it's not okay!

This is a disaster, Addi!

That cretin is probably

already all over social media.

Hashtag Delaney Steals Again.

But it isn't true!

It doesn't matter!

The first lie wins,

don't you understand?

How did this even happen?

I swear, when I find out who did

it I am going to destroy them.

Their business,

their home, their family.

- Family?

- Yes!

I need to hit them

where it hurts the most!

I'm about to lose

everything that matters to me.

My reputation,

my entire life, Addi.

Everything!

I want you to gather

everyone on the team

in the conference room,

7:00 a.m. sharp!

- Yes.

- No exceptions.

- Yes.

- (sighing)

Ugh! I could k*ll them!

It's a simple question.

Where did this shoe come from?

Who designed it?

It's new to me,

but a very stylish shoe.

I wish I could take credit.

Have you asked Austin?

Yes. He says that

it was in the book.

He's stopping by

the manufacturer today

to see if there was

some kind of mix-up.

What if you put it in there?

Not possible.

An up-and-coming PR guy,

desperate to save your brand

and make his mark?

Their motto is

"all press is good press."

No, there's no way. Austin would

never put me in this position.

Well, there's a positive.

Your name is

all over social media.

(laughing)

Yes, it certainly is.

You know they are

comparing this beautiful shoe

to our safe designs?

They're talking about

the rest of our line,

that's a good thing.

It's not a favorable comparison,

Alexander!

You didn't

steal anything, Delaney.

I'm sure this will all get

cleared up before the show.

Just give it

a little bit more time.

The story is out!

I would need a time machine!

No, I can't risk

another public humiliation.

Cancel the show.

No, don't do that.

You have to keep fighting.

The fight is over, Addi,

and we lost.

If we get any more backlash,

our stock is going to plummet.

Now, Chaussure may want to

put me in a bargain basement,

but I won't let them

purchase us at bottom dollar.

No.

We're done here.

Go home.



Okay, get the team together.

Think about anything

that could have got

the shoe in that package, okay?

We cannot cancel the show.



(dial tone ringing)

- There you are.

- Thank you.

Take care.

(phone ringing)

- Connors Shoe Repair.

- Addi: Hey, it's me.

Hey, Addi! How's work?

You left so early this morning.

Addi: It's terrible.

My sketches got

into the final design

and Austin used it

for the press release,

because he thought

they were Delaney's designs.

That's great news!

No, it's not. Delaney was outed

by a reporter for stealing it.

So, tell her it's yours.

How? She'll think

I did it on purpose,

and she is on a w*r path.

She threatened

my career, our family.

I can't have Dad's shop

getting taken out for this.

She'll understand, I know her.

You do not know Delaney's wrath.

Thing is, I don't even know

how the sketches got in there.

Mm. I maybe do.

What? No, Claudia, you didn't.

I just... I wanted to

help you out, you know?

You are so talented,

and people need to see it.

You're welcome.

No, no. This isn't a good thing!

She's going to lose everything!

She cancelled the runway show.

It was her last chance

at keeping Franco Chaussure

from buying her out.

Claudia: Wow. I didn't know.

I am so sorry. What can I do?

Do you want me to call Delaney?

No! No, no, no, no.

Absolutely not.

Austin is on his way here now,

and I'll keep you posted, okay?

Okay.

Bye.



Andrea:

Austin Strickland.

You have quite the PR

disaster on your hands.

Thanks for the update.

I wasn't aware.

You know,

when I offered Addi a job,

I didn't expect her to make it

easier for our acquisition.

Franco may promote her

before she even starts.

What are you talking about?

She's not only talented,

but ambitious.

Slipping in her own design?

Tell me, were you in on it, too?

Because if so we may have

a job off for you as well.

Austin.

I have something

I have to tell you.

Oh. No need, no need.

Andrea told me everything.

How could you?

What?

Slipping in

your design like that?

Backstabbing Delaney, myself,

after all that talk

about not being cutthroat.

You are ruthless.

Austin, that's not what

happened.

It's a beautiful shoe.

It's honestly too bad that

it won't be at Fashion Week.

Well, you can bring

your designs to the office.

I know that Franco

is very excited to see them.

We'll see you then.

I see you really

found your place.

Well-played.

Austin.

Austin!

(door opening, bells jingling)

(sighing)



(birds chirping)

How'd you know I was here?

I always brought you here when

you had a bad day at school, so.

Claudia told you?

So, what happens next?

I know Claudia was

just trying to help...

...and I'm sure

Austin has told Delaney.

I just worked so hard.

I can't believe

it's going to end like this.

And the worst part is everyone

thinks I did it on purpose.

Like I'm some malicious traitor.

You're not.

And you're not a quitter.

I don't really have

many other options.

Yes, you do.

You'll get back up

and you'll fight.

Never give up.

You know you belong there.

Show them.

You owe it to yourself.

No, it's...

It's over.

Show's cancelled.

Chaussure's buying the company.

Did they buy the company today?

No. Soon.

If the show's been cancelled,

can it be uncancelled?

Today, maybe?

Well, we do still have

the space booked, but...

When you were young, you used to

build these wonderful towers

with your mom's shoes.

Do you remember that?

Yeah.

Claudia loved

knocking them over.

Remember what

your mother told you?

Just because it

fell apart doesn't mean

it can't be rebuilt.

Exactly.

Do you really think

I can fix it?

I think you can do anything.

They think

I'm a terrible person.

Go show them

who you really are.



Please don't take that down.

You got some guts

showing up here, huh?

I should call security.

I know what you're thinking,

but there's been

a big misunderstanding.

Save it, Addi.

I'm really not interested.

I am trying to save the company

and I think I know how.

What, are you

a double agent now?

You gonna bring

Chaussure's secrets to me?

(sighing)

Yes, they offered me a job,

but I turned it down.

Although I have questioned

myself every step of the way,

and you haven't

made it very easy,

I know I belong here.

Oh, that is touching.

Is that why you submitted

your design under my name?

I didn't...

Then how did it get there, Addi?

I have a very loving family

who thought they

were helping me out.

Claudia slipped

my design into the book.

She wanted you to see my work.

No one thought that it

would escalate like this.

It was a very big mistake,

but I think something

good can come of this.

The show's cancelled, Addi.

It's over.

Chaussure's already working

on the paperwork for the buyout.

I mean, the curtain is falling.

But we can do the show,

we still have the space.

(laughing)

Except we don't have any shoes.

I had the manufacturer

throw them all out.

Why?

Why?

Because they're insignificant!

You know, the hardest part

about this is that people

were just starting to get

excited about me again.

Except it wasn't me at all.

And when they

found out the truth,

well, it just confirmed

what they already believe.

Delaney Diaz is a has-been.

I always knew

a Delaney Diaz shoe

could get you where

you needed to go

no matter the circumstance.

Well, I appreciate your passion,

but you are overlooking

one very significant detail.

- No shoes?

- No shoes.

But you do. You have these.

These are shoes you

can conquer the world in.

This is what the people want.

Well, that may be, but no, no.

You're wrong. The public won't

show up for me, not anymore.

Thanks to Jacob.

You are tough,

but you are smart and generous.

We can't give up now.

Don't lose yourself.

You'll win over the public.

I know it.

How do you propose I do that?

You show them

who you really are.

Except the show is

in less than 48 hours,

and what am I going to do?

I can't make the shoes myself.

Nope, but I know

someone who can.



Whoa, so you repair

all kinds of shoes here.

Oh, yes. We don't discriminate.

Except Franco Chaussure.

Cheaply made,

soles as thin as paper.

Okay, we have 48 hours

to make these shoes,

but luckily we have

all the materials

and tools to get this done.

Thank you all so much.

I can't tell you what it means

to me that you're doing this.

We really

appreciated Ruby's gifts

and you taking our

Addi under your wing.

She's the one flying now.

Let's get to work.

We got this.



Addi: We won't go

down without a fight.

Come and see your

vision walk the runway.

PS. Please accept

these as an apology.

Addi.



Reporter: And, of course,

the biggest story in fashion

is tonight's highly anticipated

comeback show by Delaney Diaz.

Already it's generated

a lot of buzz,

having initially been

cancelled after the revelation

of some still

unproven allegations.

The show is now

just moments away,

signifying that the normally

safe-playing Diaz

is ready to face

any controversy head-on.

Still, people are asking,

does she have it in her to

win over the fashion

world once again?

(people chattering)



(sighing)

Okay, we're all set.

Oh, not quite yet.

I want to add one more.

Oh, we don't

have an extra model.

That's okay,

'cause I want you to walk.

Me?

(chuckling nervously)

So far we've managed

to avoid total disaster.

Let's not hit

the iceberg direct.

No, I really think that

this might be the right way

to clear up any old headlines,

and also to give credit

where credit is due.

(gasping)

I thought you

threw these all away.

What, are you kidding?

Even in a fit of rage,

I know better than

to throw away a great shoe,

and that's a great shoe.

Oh, honey, don't cry.

I'm not.

But compliments from you

are few and far between,

and I appreciate them.

Well, good.

Wear them with pride, hm?

You're stepping out into

a whole new world now,

and after tonight I think

everything is going to change.

Thank you.

What is it?

Austin's not here.

Director: (knocking)

Places, everyone.

Don't take it personally.

He just had to do what

was best for his career.

Now, why don't you

put those puppies on,

and we're going to go out there

and do what's best

for our careers.

Okay.

Alright.

(exhaling)

(audience cheering, applauding)

(camera clicking)

(audience applauding)

(cameras clicking)

They're loving it.

Get ready to be adored.

You, too. You're coming with me.

(audience cheering, applauding)

So, this is a runway.

We gotta strut like

we are conquering the world.

Walk with fire, okay?

(audience cheering, applauding)

(audience cheering, applauding)

You came!

I had to break in

these new shoes.

Great show.

Well, it's not over yet.

(audience applauding)

Please.

I have a special

surprise for you.

Gentlemen, a special

treat for you.

Coming soon,

a new men's line designed by

our newest designer

at Delaney Diaz,

Ms. Addi Connors.

(audience applauding, cheering)

Thank you.

(cheering, applauding)

- Are you serious?

- Yes.

What about the buyout?

What buyout? There's no way

Chaussure's going to be able to

afford us now.

Look at all these orders.

The show is not even over yet.

(audience cheering, applauding)

I knew you'd make a comeback.

You're not looking for new

representation by any chance,

'cause I happen to know

an up-and-coming firm

Austin Lily PR.

We're taking on new clients.

Lily?

Yeah, it's my mom's name.

You really inspired me to

go after what I believe in.

So thank you.

Oh, honey, I would be so

honored to be your first client,

and you can use

the office next door to

my newest designer's office.

At least until

you're up and running.

I get my own office?

What? Of course you do.

You're my newest designer.

(audience applauding, cheering)

What do you say, neighbor?

I say on one condition.

What's that?

I get to wear your newest men's

designs for our first date.

I think we can arrange that.

Alright.

- Shall we?

- Yes.

(audience cheering, applauding)

(audience cheering, applauding)

(audience cheering,

applauding)