Df_is_bliss
July 19, 2006 - 10:04 PM
aaaahhh nooooo i wanted malanto stay! angela was just ... okay she didn't even sketch anything, and then she was completely ... there are no words! malan's dress was pretty ... awful... but i think he has potential and could have done really well angela is a lost cause
emma_dearest
July 19, 2006 - 10:06 PM
My god, I am so glad I'm not the only one infuriated by Malan's "auf'ing". Honestly, I've been b****ing about Angela's skirts the moment the show started (I've said this many times, but it looks like she sat on a lampshade and than hitched it over her hips, I've seen MallGoths in better poof skirts).
During the 'road to the runway' I was annoyed by Malan, he seemed so rude and pretentious but his clothes were beautiful, no question. After watching the first episode he started to grow on me (complimenting other designers, and that laugh is completely endearing). His designs were gorgeous and very much the sort of Vanity Fair glamour with a very sophisticated and cosmopolitan look. I really felt he was very strong artistically and as a character.
On the runway, when asked wether he thought he should leave, I was amazed by his performance. He very truthfully and nobly said 'I deserve to leave because the error was in my design, not my partners work.' I really felt this was a true show of character.
I truly thought from the beginning Angela was leaving. I understand Vincent pushed her out of his 'creative zone' but if I was trying to help I would not mock or critique, I would play off the design and try and make slight modifications, not bastardize the dress into my own creation.
And in my opinion, the worst dress on the runway was the one by Laura and Michael(?). It looked like something that came off the rack in a department store or in a discount clothing store. Not something that should be going down the runway. The neckline was hideous and the rhinestones made it look cheap.
My one ray of hope is that in the earlier promotions, they had a clip of Tim saying 'I'm going to have to ask you to leave the runway' implying someone is booted outside of an elimination. It makes me wonder if the open spot couldn't be filled by the enchanting Malan.
skewedpov
July 19, 2006 - 10:06 PM
Laura and Micheal's dress was beautiful, but white (at least on my tv) and the client said earth tones, and no white. I think if they had gone with a different color they might have gotten a better reaction out of everyone.
KariAna
July 19, 2006 - 10:07 PM
I disagree completely. Angela's contribution to this design
is nothing. She does nothing but complain and complain.
Vincent needed a few minutes as she kept asking to help and
so she goes off without telling him where. She sits there
telling anyone who will listen that she designed a dress so
much like that in college and on and on. I'd be wanting to
strangle her. She has no respect for Vincent at all. She
should have been the one to go, not Mulan. I am so sick
of the decision. Even all the other male designers are saying
she is a viper, or whatever word they used to describe her.
Was it perhaps Parasite??? Angela got what she deserved
when the were being judged on the runway except that she
is the one who should be gone. Mulan should not have pulled
the hem out to make the dress long enough for the model.
He made it for Miss. USA, not his model. Anyway, I am glad
the judges somewhat liked the back of Vincent's gowns. He
is truly a smart designer. He has some aspects of his
personality which make him different from the others. The
thing is, these aspects make it clear he is honest and above
board. When Angela got a bit abbrasive with Vincent he
gave her his boundary Parameters and she simply ignored
his wishes. She refused to help with the dress. Angela is
anything but low self esteemed. She wouldn't have begged
Kane to pick her had she any sense of right and wrong.
When some one is as pushy as she is she deserves what
ever she gets. Hopefully the genius of Vincent will soon be
shown and recognized. Hopefully his color choices will
improve and soon.
daphne0
July 19, 2006 - 10:08 PM
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I'm done watching this crap now!...
...Bravo you are awful. You have turned into FOX. I'm done with this crap.
Sadly, I agree. Bravo used to be about interesting content that made you think and learn...now it is all about "shock value" and pandering to the audience. It's a shame.
drex5
July 19, 2006 - 10:09 PM
My one ray of hope is that in the earlier promotions, they had a clip of Tim saying 'I'm going to have to ask you to leave the runway' implying someone is booted outside of an elimination. It makes me wonder if the open spot couldn't be filled by the enchanting Malan.
I agree, I am hoping this to be the case.
Marco21
July 19, 2006 - 10:10 PM
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If you act like a selfish pinhead (i.e. Angela and Santino) the powers that be (Judges, Producers, whoever) evidently advocate for you to stay on the show, probably for "dramatic" tension. But if you have the courage to accept responsibilty for yourself and your actions like Malan this year and one of the designers last season, then you get the auf.
Makes me question the value system of some of the people running this show.
Tim's blog for this episode is now up. He actually agreed with the judges and indicates that the top part of Malan's dress was horrible and the hem was just unacceptable. He also notes that if anybody thinks the producers keep people just because they are "characters," tonight's episode puts that to rest.
I do agree. I thought Malan's idea was good, but the execution of the top was thick, lumpy, and unflattering and the bottom was just unacceptable. It's too bad he didn't execute it better, becaue I thought it was a teriffic look on paper and had real promise.
Tim's take also made me rethink my intense desire to boot and/or bitchslap Angela tonight. Not a whole lot, but I have settled into the judges' decision. Although, Angela shouldn't wear her runway outfit EVER again unless she's planning a vacation to the year 1986.
smkr4
July 19, 2006 - 10:10 PM
I am not entirely disappointed except that I thought Malan was a class act. But he was mediocre, and I think the past has shown that letting mediocre people slip through on non-technical merits doesn't work out (see: Kara).
Actually on this show he was worse than mediocre. I mean -- his wasn't even remotely worthwhile as a pageant dress, much less at that calibre.
Say what you will about Angela, but she didn't rip the dress off the fitting model and turn it into the Malan outfit. ;-) Sometimes ignorance is bliss. Besides, she'll get her just desserts soon enough.
I am always sad to see shows without Michael Kors. He's such a [expletive deleted] ... I can just picture him calling the Malan dress "like something from the Addams Family." (it was!)
romulade
July 19, 2006 - 10:11 PM
Man i felt really really sad when i saw Malan go. The part where he says really quietly " I never had many friends. Being part of this group was really important to me. I hate saying goodbye, i've said goodbye to people all my life". That was probably the saddest reality tv moment i've witnessed in a while. You could tell he's been judged wrongly all his life with people making assumptions about his character and personality. It just sucks to see someone so genuine have to leave. Please bring Malan back!
scooter111
July 19, 2006 - 10:12 PM
I can't believe they eliminated Malan instead of Angela. I don't think she even put a cut or stitch on that dress. I'm actually sad to see Malan go. People really didn't give him a chance on these boards and apparently, neither did the judges. I hope Angela leaves the next episode. I guess we all know who the villain is now.
Legolass
July 19, 2006 - 10:20 PM
Malan, who I did not care for after episode one, turned out to ge a standup guy. He took responsibility for his design and it was a good design that just needed toning down a bit. He got me when he talked about his mother throwing out his designs. After he left the runway in tears, he talked about having had to say goodbye to people all his life (he told us earlier that his family was always moving around the world). Some very naked emotions there and I truly felt for him. If you read this, Malan, please hold on to your dreams. You said you were ashamed but you shouldn't be. The judges should be, though. They blew this call.
lovedjay
July 19, 2006 - 10:20 PM
I totally agree. I felt so sad for Malan. He shouldn't be ashamed. He left with honor and I hope he comes back. I also hope he reads these messages and knows many of us think he is amazing. His mother should be ashamed of trying to put an end to his passion. Think she's a little jealous of his talent?
OceanDancer
July 19, 2006 - 10:21 PM
While I was not impressed with Angela's trying to mooch others ideas and get close to them while in the designing process. I can't believe she was so unprofessional and actually said "I don't sketch!" YIKES. OK that behind my statement and to not approve of her attitude I really can't stand Vincent and the fact that he also was not called on his crap with not even trying to include her was amazing to me. He was sooooooooo rude! I think his attitue and the 2 wrongs don't make a right was disgusting. What the hell was the panel thinking totally pinpointing the whole being uncooperative on just Angela. I was really dissapointed with that whole situation. I as a viewer felt soooo very uncomfortable! What are anyone elses thoughts on this?? I am curious.
emma_dearest
July 19, 2006 - 10:21 PM
While I understand the defense for Angela, I can't except it. I did read Tim's blog which made me soften on her a bit, Vincent made himself difficult to work with but if I was working and someone said 'this is all wrong. you need to fix ____' I would tell them to get the f*** away from me. I am a very temperamental artist, but even so you can appease me enough to get me to work with you.
The reason I feel Angela had to go is because of the challenge theme. Yes, this was about ball gowns but that was the overall idea. The first challenge was about innovation. Can you make the ordinary extraordinary? But the second challenge was about teamwork. Can you collaborate and take critique/direction? While Malan didn't change his design according to his partner's wishes, Angela demonstrated no ability to cooperate at all. Had, for example, someone commissioned her to make a gown and wanted to have feedback for it (supervise, make sure the colours and shape suited them, etc.) she would obviously not be able to take their direction and lose a customer.
Yes, Malan's dress needed a lot of work (if you let out some of the material on the top, and then maybe wedged the bottom of the skirt to the side and made sort of bunched trim and train off of that, it would work nicely) but he showed effort, potential, compatibility and integrity which are very important qualities. I felt Angela demonstrated nothing of merit and really deserved to leave.
KariAna
July 19, 2006 - 10:23 PM
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OH boy! Do I agree! Why is Angela getting dissed by the judges? IMHO, if a team isn't working, it's the LEADER'S fault.
What they showed of Vincent made him look like the biggest egotiscal jerk who wouldn't let her participate.
But who knows the real scoop, it could have been editied for entertainment's sake.
Angela is getting dished because she walked away just
because Vincent want to get what was in his head down
so that he could go forth. All Angela did was second guess
the dress Vincent had sold to Miss U.S. A which caused her
to pick him in the first place. Angela rags Vincent the entire
time they are in the fabric store with how much time was
left. You know what, the contestents were there. They saw
everything that happened between Angela and Vincent.
Now lets go to the night at the Atlas apartments where the
three or four guys discussed this situation. All three or four
guys all were on Vincents side and made it clear that Angela
was the problem encouraging Vincent to do his design as best
as he could and to not allow Angela to cause him to feel bad.
He did that. I think Angela got what she deserved when all
the judges seemed to like Vincents dress, expressing that
the sleeves were a bit out there. They all felt the dress
had true beauty in it.
I believe this season is going to be better than the last two
because the caliber of the designers as a whole are a lot
better. When the worst design is being praised it is truly
something. I hope Angela gets tossed next week. I liked
her last week. I was stunned to see how manipulating and
ruthless she truly was. I am also sorry to see Mulan go. I
believe the season will be a bit less sparkling because of this.
LaGabberGirl
July 19, 2006 - 10:25 PM
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I'm stunned! I liked Malan from the beginning - oddly fascinating character. I thought it would be fun to see him over the weeks.
Since when is pea-green an earth tone,anyway. Both Angela and Vincent had their moments of bad behavior tonight and I really thought one of them would go. I hear Vincent's voice and I think "Jerry Lewis".
Um, I hear Vincent's voice and I think Woody Allen! Yuk! And, yes, Vincent was the 'team leader' but what they showed really looked like he didn't let Angela do anything at all! Nonetheless, she wasn't a team player. Angela should've went byebye! Well, BOTH of them!
I feel SOooo bad for Malan! Especially, that note about disapproving sketches! Malan, if you're reading this...I'll be your new friend!
PeeWee10
July 19, 2006 - 10:26 PM
I totally agree with your assessment. I am pretty upset that Malan, one of the most creative designers in the group, got the boot. What a debacle!
And Angela's performance? How did she get to stay in? SHE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING. Malan's gown wasn't so bad that someone doing NOTHING except sabatoge is judged to be more worthy. This is supposed to be a creative contest, not a personality contest. Angela did not create, she only gave attitude.
The judges? I don't get them except maybe everyone's right: they kept Angela in for the drama value.
That brings the integrity of the show down. Too bad.
curliefroie
July 19, 2006 - 10:28 PM
I really liked Mallan and i thought he would make it far the more i got to here his story i understand why he was the way he was i really love him and i hate that he got sent away for a bad mistake i liked his dress it was really nice it just needed more time to devlope into a gown. and vincents dress was ok but i hated the shoulders and he is so evil he needed to go home just because hes aweful, im sorry i just cant believe Mallan is gone im extremely shocked i really loved him he was really a great guy and he has real talent. I really hope for the very best for Mallan.
skewedpov
July 19, 2006 - 10:29 PM
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If you act like a selfish pinhead (i.e. Angela and Santino) the powers that be (Judges, Producers, whoever) evidently advocate for you to stay on the show, probably for "dramatic" tension. But if you have the courage to accept responsibilty for yourself and your actions like Malan this year and one of the designers last season, then you get the auf.
Makes me question the value system of some of the people running this show.
Tim's blog for this episode is now up. He actually agreed with the judges and indicates that the top part of Malan's dress was horrible and the hem was just unacceptable. He also notes that if anybody thinks the producers keep people just because they are "characters," tonight's episode puts that to rest.
I do agree. I thought Malan's idea was good, but the execution of the top was thick, lumpy, and unflattering and the bottom was just unacceptable. It's too bad he didn't execute it better, becaue I thought it was a teriffic look on paper and had real promise.
My real issue with this situation is that when it's a choice between the designer with integrity and who is willing to say "I am responsible", and the designer who violates the spirit, if not the actual rules of a challange, the judges always go with the keeping the cheater.
I am finding it more and more offensive that they reward the pinhead.
Besides, yes, Malan's execution had some issues, but really, we have seen worse outfits make it through the eliminations.
I would rather work with a person like Malan who is trying something different and working well with people, and has the guts to put a idea on paper, sell it, and then work to make it happen than a jerk like Angela, or a selfish control freak like Vincent. Neither one of them showed any ability to work with others. Be they Team Leader or Team Follower!
PeeWee10
July 19, 2006 - 10:30 PM
Totally!
You think he was booted out of vindictiveness? He snobbed them before now they get even by unfairly knocking him out?
BOO! Poop on this decision big time.
eyelikepr
July 19, 2006 - 10:30 PM
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Hey, I was thinking the same thing. Or maybe, I am hoping the same thing
rachbeth24
July 19, 2006 - 10:30 PM
I completely agree. I really did not like Malan after the first week- but I have to say I am really sad to see him go. I have watched every episode since the first one, and he is way more talented than designers who have been in the top three (no names, think first season). I really do hope he gets another chance, I liked that he showed himself to be a real person with feelings and a purpose behind his designs. Good luck to you Malan!
EMCA
July 19, 2006 - 10:30 PM
I absolutely agree! Mallan was professional and took responsibility like a true team leader. I think he is extremely talented and was dismissed from the line-up WAY too early. He handled his departure with poise and class. Vince and Angela behaved like selfish children. 100% pathetic.
eyelikepr
July 19, 2006 - 10:36 PM
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I think that was one of the stupidest decisions of reality television history. No more Vera Wang as judge...she threw off the decision making karma. I am like seriously disenchanted with the whole show now. How could they have taken off Malan. Sure, Vincent and Angela are ok TV, but I think Malan had real potential for good TV. ALSO, the dress was bad, but there was at least an inkling of an idea to be had. Vincent's was crap from beginning to end. HAVE A HEART PEOPLE, HIS MOM THREW OUT HIS CHILDHOOD DESIGNS!
People, People, People, when will you learn that this show is 50% talent and 50% character driven. There is really no such thing as 'Reality TV'. Producers still try to incorporate drama and comedy into these things and a lot of this is determined by editing.
It's a shame because the show really could survive on talent from the designers alone. So they keep the people they think add spice to the show and get rid of those who serve a smaller percentage of theatrics.
I don't know why they don't leave it to the audience. Hell, I'm almost at the point of them doing like American Idol and have us call in for the bottom three.
jackiema
July 19, 2006 - 10:38 PM
It is so sad to see Malan go~ I just wish they could give him another chance?~ Well, although the dress he made was not good, at least he is being responsible! Is sad that he can't use project runway to proof to his mom now~~
God that Angela gotta go!! so so so annoying! She just keeps talking and saying SXXX about the dress! Didn't even do SXXX!! Such a complainer!! My god! Well I was glad that the judges said some good things about Vincent's dress, just to proof Angela wrong.
MsKristyRose
July 19, 2006 - 10:39 PM
Malan, if you read this. You were my favorite since the Road to the Runway. Try to be on season four. You deserve another chance. I was so sad tonight. I pray for the best for you always!
This board thing is interesting. Sucks me in to read lots of comments. Ok, peace out!
OceanDancer
July 19, 2006 - 10:39 PM
I really liked Malans style. I however was sad he didn't stop and take away from that top like suggested. I truly wish the best for him. He is a fantastic designer and I hope this gives him the exposure he deserves. How sad for him about his past and hurtful mother! I hope he takes the positive energy out of that negative and makes it work for him! COME DESIGN A DRESS FOR ME MELAN! It would be fun!! LOL
On another note (Malan included) while I think a lot of the designers are uber talented I was pretty shocked none of them (that I saw) were really taking notes and listened to what Miss USA really wanted. She said NO WHITE, I saw a white dress, she said she wanted elongating and some had the nerve to draw without even listening or going near her requirements. I would hope some of those designers should be critiqued and work on their listening skills!!
ok I am rambling (off my soapbox lol)
daphne0
July 19, 2006 - 10:41 PM
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People, People, People, when will you learn that this show is 50% talent and 50% character driven.
Then why did they boot off the only interesting character? Everyone else is either boring or irritating.
Malan was wacky...in that weird-kid-in-your-class kind of way. He's transparently shy, so he comes across as stuck-up.
In all honesty, I don't like any of the designers left. The "gowns" tonight were HORRID.
milbeerboy2
July 19, 2006 - 10:41 PM
Does anybody else besides me think that Jeffrey's gown had a fit problem? I swear I saw the strap falling off the model's arm when she came out onto the runway and the top looked way too big .
eyelikepr
July 19, 2006 - 10:43 PM
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Laura and Micheal's dress was beautiful, but white (at least on my tv) and the client said earth tones, and no white. I think if they had gone with a different color they might have gotten a better reaction out of everyone.
that's right, she did say no white. wonder why they chose white??? my two faves though. the dress was a little tone for ms. usa
SnuSnu
July 19, 2006 - 10:45 PM
When Vincent's model walked out, I said, "That shoulder thing makes her look 'space cadet.'" Then, during the judging, Miss USA said the exact same thing, which had us cracking up.
eyelikepr
July 19, 2006 - 10:46 PM
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People, People, People, when will you learn that this show is 50% talent and 50% character driven.
Then why did they boot off the only interesting character? Everyone else is either boring or irritating.
Malan was wacky...in that weird-kid-in-your-class kind of way. He's transparently shy, so he comes across as stuck-up.
Because, in all honesty, I think they witnessed his transformation, off camera. Kind of like the way Zulema softened (until the walk off). He turned out to be a little more humane than they thought he would be. He's interesting, but maybe not as combative as they wanted. But I have a sneaking idea, he'll be back. I hope so.
LaGabberGirl
July 19, 2006 - 10:47 PM
Hey, is it my screen or does PR show different scenes in their previews than they do on the show? Did I blink and miss a scene..like the one of Angela walking away from VIncent in her poofy red skirt?
MALAN- **HUGS**!!! I'm sure he'll be the next Daniel Franco and come back again! Judges SHAME ON YOU! You're turning PR into just another typical reality show...that's why MTV's The Real World got OLD fassst! Characters got predictable.
TSkot
July 19, 2006 - 10:48 PM
Not only was Vincent a complete ass to Angela backstage, he hung her out to dry in front of the judges. Remember how he loved his "hat" last week before the runway, yet told the judges he wasn't sure about it all along? This week it was Angela. How's he gonna spin the truth next week? Please, judges, send him packing ASAP.
Malan was the right person to go. I suspect there's some talent under that facade, but this time, the execution just wasn't there. I did feel for him this episode, however. He didn't come off nearly as pompous.
Jeffrey was lucky Vincent had Angela to [expletive deleted] about; otherwise his hideous concoction would no doubt would have placed him next to Malan - and may well have sent him home. Nice sketch, but what he sent down the runway was a mess.
Kayne and Robert's dress was great in theory, but what was that fit? Had Michael Kors been there, it would not have won.
Ula's dress? Just too "earth mother" for Miss Universe. Nice, but unspectacular.
Keith and Brad's dress was glamourous, elegant, and would've looked great on the Miss Universe stage. It should have been runner-up.
Finally, best dress hands down belonged to Laurie and Michael. Maybe a tad too neutral and simple for Miss Universe, it nevertheless had gorgeous fit that surpassed all others.
scooter111
July 19, 2006 - 10:50 PM
I was really excited about this season before tonight's show, but it will be very difficult to want to watch another episode after Malan's departure tonight. Malan, please keep designing and pursuing your dream. You have such a large group of friends here. Don't feel ashamed at all. We all know how talented you are.
Marco21
July 19, 2006 - 10:52 PM
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I think that was one of the stupidest decisions of reality television history. No more Vera Wang as judge...she threw off the decision making karma. I am like seriously disenchanted with the whole show now. How could they have taken off Malan. Sure, Vincent and Angela are ok TV, but I think Malan had real potential for good TV. ALSO, the dress was bad, but there was at least an inkling of an idea to be had. Vincent's was crap from beginning to end. HAVE A HEART PEOPLE, HIS MOM THREW OUT HIS CHILDHOOD DESIGNS!
People, People, People, when will you learn that this show is 50% talent and 50% character driven. There is really no such thing as 'Reality TV'. Producers still try to incorporate drama and comedy into these things and a lot of this is determined by editing.
It's a shame because the show really could survive on talent from the designers alone. So they keep the people they think add spice to the show and get rid of those who serve a smaller percentage of theatrics.
I don't know why they don't leave it to the audience. Hell, I'm almost at the point of them doing like American Idol and have us call in for the bottom three.
Well, if they did leave it to us, judging from Rate the Runway, Malan would still be out. He's in last place below Vincent.
nonna
July 19, 2006 - 10:57 PM
I hope that Malan reads this because it is to him that I am writing. I am 55 years old and it is obvious to me that I do not understand the standards by which you contestants are judged because I seem to disagree alot. However, I do recognized honor and class in another and you displayed that tonight and you should walk with pride. Take no shame for there is none for you to consume. I disagree with the outcome of tonights show. I don't think you should have been voted out or off but you were and for that I am sorry but you will shine in the end. You have a belief in yourself that seems to come through to me and you have talent. And you, obviously, perservere because this was the 3rd time you tried to get on this show. You outclassed everyone on that runway tonight and I am so proud of you. I hope that means something and that you will keep it in your heart and whenever you start to feel bad about yourself, you remember that there are those of us who are very proud of you because being honorable is rare in the world today. If you were my son I would be brimming with pride and bragging about how special you really are. Your spirit shines. Never be ashamed of who you are and never let others make you feel that way including judges. Personally, I think their taste is in their mouths most of the time. But being honest if you saw me walking down the street you would be screaming for a complete makeover and wondering if I just fell out of bed after sleeping in my clothes. Trust me on this one. I would not lie about it. You go, guy. I am proud of you.
daphne0
July 19, 2006 - 10:58 PM
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Well, if they did leave it to us, judging from Rate the Runway, Malan would still be out. He's in last place below Vincent.
That's the sheep vote. ;-) It would be interesting to see a vote on the dresses BEFORE the judges made the call.
ElletheDuck
July 19, 2006 - 11:04 PM
You know, it may be Malan got booted off (let's forget for a monent Malan is a poor baby) because he didn't meet the challenge anywhere.
I love Malan. I think he's a great guy. But. If he was a good team leader would Katerine have really said "It's his fault". The dress was awful, Katy turned on him and could it be that Vinny and Angela actually got a proper looking dress even with the problems?
UGH I hate defending Angela after that episode. I feel all slimy now. As a disclamier, when Malan said he'd have to go, we cheered (even my Malan-clone husband said right on and wants me to add even he, a non-viewer of the show, thinks Malan was robbed), I felt really bad for the guy when he started to cry...
But then too, could he have been Auf'd for NOT being the bad guy everyone wanted him to be? (I'm inserting my "I told you so" here. I said he was this vulnerable, insecure guy last week *smarmy look and smirk*) Even tho Tim said "character is not the issue" could it possibly be that they had Malan pegged as the next Wendy Pepper...and he was turning out ot be the next Nick or Andrae, and they decided that they already had the "sweethearts" with Kayne and Robert? Or that they knew given enough time Malan would be the dark horse favorite ala Santino...and they wanted someone else to be the sleeper stunner?
Tossing my 2 cents off here, while I finish hemming this stupid dress. Personally, I think after the "I don't do sketches" Angela should have been booted. I don't draw, but I took the class like everyone else in my school, and I have to do the sketches too. It's part of fashion desin (why else would you have to learn to do it? Huh? I had it in the first semester and let me tell you, for someone that "doesn't sketch" I can kick out a design, that while no art in any capacity, I CAN get an idea onto paper and make the darn thing. It's like sewing (and no I'm not talking about the Stay-puff marshmallow on acid skirts she wears that she thinks takes skill) you have to do it.)
Blah. Angela should be out on her ear.
Elle
probono
July 19, 2006 - 11:05 PM
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Love2paint - I was thinking/hoping the same about Malan replacing the bad seed who is asked to leave.
Am I alone in liking Jefferey and Alison's very very unpageanty dress?
I liked it very much. Definitely not for a pageant, but it would have done well at the Grammy Awards.
stylykat
July 19, 2006 - 11:12 PM
How did Angela go & Milan get booted? At least Milan worked on a fashion. True the hem was off, but at least he put a huge effort in compared with the lack of performance of Angela. Very sad results! Makes me wonder if the judges were sleeping through the whole thing where she dissed her poor partner Vincent who produced something beautiful especially considering the conditions he had to work under with all her bad energy.
AmyLuLu
July 19, 2006 - 11:15 PM
Heidi.....WHY??? We LOVE Malan! Ok he made a less than stellar dress. But at least he tried. Angela made no sincere effort to help her team win. She put a negative vibe on the whole project before Vincent even began by saying she knew NOTHING about gowns. She missed an opportunity to learn and forgot about pleasing her client. Season 3 without Malan is like Season 2 without Santino or Nick. Malan, I would buy something you created just to make you smile. You will gain friends and clients by the brief appearance you made on Season 3. Your mother is wrong. Never give up on fashion.
Learn from your mistakes and rise like the phoenix that you are. May God always smile when He says your name. MALAN ROCKS!!!!
OceanDancer
July 19, 2006 - 11:20 PM
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I hope that Malan reads this because it is to him that I am writing. I am 55 years old and it is obvious to me that I do not understand the standards by which you contestants are judged because I seem to disagree alot. However, I do recognized honor and class in another and you displayed that tonight and you should walk with pride. Take no shame for there is none for you to consume. I disagree with the outcome of tonights show. I don't think you should have been voted out or off but you were and for that I am sorry but you will shine in the end. You have a belief in yourself that seems to come through to me and you have talent. And you, obviously, perservere because this was the 3rd time you tried to get on this show. You outclassed everyone on that runway tonight and I am so proud of you. I hope that means something and that you will keep it in your heart and whenever you start to feel bad about yourself, you remember that there are those of us who are very proud of you because being honorable is rare in the world today. If you were my son I would be brimming with pride and bragging about how special you really are. Your spirit shines. Never be ashamed of who you are and never let others make you feel that way including judges. Personally, I think their taste is in their mouths most of the time. But being honest if you saw me walking down the street you would be screaming for a complete makeover and wondering if I just fell out of bed after sleeping in my clothes. Trust me on this one. I would not lie about it. You go, guy. I am proud of you.
THAT WAS THE SWEETEST THING NONNA!!! I second what you have said! COME DESIGN FOR ME MELAN!!! I think my email is on here...I am being serious! I need a couture wedding dress
katiecoolady
July 19, 2006 - 11:30 PM
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I hope that Malan reads this because it is to him that I am writing. I am 55 years old and it is obvious to me that I do not understand the standards by which you contestants are judged because I seem to disagree alot. However, I do recognized honor and class in another and you displayed that tonight and you should walk with pride. Take no shame for there is none for you to consume. I disagree with the outcome of tonights show. I don't think you should have been voted out or off but you were and for that I am sorry but you will shine in the end. You have a belief in yourself that seems to come through to me and you have talent. And you, obviously, perservere because this was the 3rd time you tried to get on this show. You outclassed everyone on that runway tonight and I am so proud of you. I hope that means something and that you will keep it in your heart and whenever you start to feel bad about yourself, you remember that there are those of us who are very proud of you because being honorable is rare in the world today. If you were my son I would be brimming with pride and bragging about how special you really are. Your spirit shines. Never be ashamed of who you are and never let others make you feel that way including judges. Personally, I think their taste is in their mouths most of the time. But being honest if you saw me walking down the street you would be screaming for a complete makeover and wondering if I just fell out of bed after sleeping in my clothes. Trust me on this one. I would not lie about it. You go, guy. I am proud of you.
Ok now I'm sitting here with a big lump in my throat.
Very sweet post.
((((Malan--we'll be lookin for you!))))
probono
July 19, 2006 - 11:32 PM
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Hey, is it my screen or does PR show different scenes in their previews than they do on the show? Did I blink and miss a scene..like the one of Angela walking away from VIncent in her poofy red skirt?
I noticed that too. They also had a scene with Laura "gluing on the glamour" (the little sparkly sequins/rhinestones) that I didn't see in the episode.
Melodie
July 19, 2006 - 11:37 PM
Great Show. I loved Kayne's design, but also really loved Keith's and Uli's.
I thought Vincent and Katherine's ongoing battle was hysterical. He's neurotic as all get out and she's a total control freak. But in her defense, I felt they wrongly pinned the "teamwork" issue on her when it was clear that Vincent wasn't going to let her get close to that dress for more than a nano-second.
I had to agree that Malan's was the most unattractive dress on the runway. But I was surprised to see him go. I was more surprised at my reaction to his going. I hated him last week. But long before I saw his very moving farewell speech tonight, I had warmed to him. I felt he left with humility and grace which I don't expect others to agree with.
All in all I would have much prefered to see Vincent or Katherine go, based on just how annoying both of them were. But I know that's not one of the deciding factors.
I can't wait to see what happens next week. The previews alone are worth watching.
000069
July 19, 2006 - 11:37 PM
Hello everyone, sad to see Malan go he was pretty entertaining, his dress did need a little work, but honestly that other witch should have gone home. Also a question to some of these judges what are you thinking , honestly some of these designs are so knocked off from other designers there was not one dress up there that didn’t look like a replica of something from the past. The five they picked really! can anyone say ginger from Gilligan’s island, the one with the braids and low cut back = Aston Scarlet’s chiffon number season 2. Really all those dresses are replicas; don’t pass them off as exciting and new. IT”S NOT NEW! When Tim Gun picks some of these designers, he’s not doing a very good job. Some can’t even draw or use an industrial machine. Come on Tim Maybe you should let people who are good judges of character pick the new Designers your choices are weak and uninteresting like your suits; your show is great- for putting me to sleep. I still love Heidi and Nina and the guy who designs for Sears to, what is his name oh yeah Michael Kors LOL just kidding
daphne0
July 19, 2006 - 11:43 PM
lol @ 000069! Sums it all up, I think.
bravojunkie
July 19, 2006 - 11:44 PM
I'm very disappointed with the outcome of this episode. I think the judges made a BIG mistake by not eliminating Angela. She did NOT sketch OR work as a team, I don't think she did anything at all. I don't understand what she did to deserve to stay? Can someone explain this to me? It's an injustice that Angela is "In" and Milan is "Out". I am an avid PR and Bravo fan and I have never joined a message board until today. The only reason I joined was to express my disappointment and say this elimination made no sense and I hope it was NOT done for the sake of "drama". If so, Bravo and PR has just lost a viewer.
PeeWee10
July 19, 2006 - 11:50 PM
Can I just say that, upset and shock aside with regards to the elimination of Malan and against whom he was eliminated, I am very disappointed b/c I was so looking forward to watching Malan's designs in the coming weeks. He is such a creative force and I was sure he would be producing one interesting piece after another.
I can not say the same about every other designer. I feel cheated in a way... robbed of being able to watch his creative spirit unfold.
If producers read this, please consider bringing him back! Angela did nothing in this competition. She didn't work, design, support, create. She deserves to be off the show for her behavior and lack of creative output, NOT Malan.