Boomette
October 19, 2006 - 03:59 AM
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Pixie,
In my statement about art school, I was simplifing the situation to make a consise point. Certainly there are shades of gray and most good art strikes a unique balance. I think we both understand where I was coming from.
That said, I do think many in the arts community place too much emphasis on the "new" instead of the "good" in an effort to seem so evolved.
Fashion in and of itself is about looking good. I know "good" is subjective but c'mon, just look how worn out and nasty Jeffery looked through out the season, not to mention how embarrassingly under-dressed he was at his showing. It HAD to be on purpose that he decided on what he'd wear to Fashion Week. He looked like he'd be setting up the tents, not dressing models. His appearance IS the self portrait of his ass..... daring anyone to question his aesthetic as not "getting it" when in fact, he just wanted to paint his ass for shock value.
That's just my opinion.
Dallas
LOL! - now that Jeff's got 100 grand, I hope he'll BURN those damned bike shorts! He didn't look hip or artistic - just a ridiculous 36-year-old man trying to look like a grad student.
BTW, if anybody else here on the board is from Denver; did you ever notice his striking resemblance to WestWord cartoonist Kenny Be - or more precisely, to Kenny's self-caricature?
I also wonder if he has some medical condition that causes photophobia. He almost always wears shades, and when he doesn't, his eyes have a slightly out of focus look.
just rambling observations....
doublejay
October 19, 2006 - 04:39 AM
This was my first time watching Project Runway for the entire season and it will also be my last. Michael's vision was what the world needs. You could see yourself wearing the majority of his work. I was constantly thinking, "I could wear that outfit to this function." At least he knows he is the fans' favorite. I know he is getting big in Atlanta and hope he continues to do well. If he makes clothes that are affordable to those of us that are not celebs, I will be all over them. MICHAEL KNIGHT WAS ROBBED LAST NIGHT. The decision should have been based on the overall performance. And to tell the truth, I liked his collection last night the best as well.
hootie1fan
October 19, 2006 - 04:46 AM
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It's official.
I hate Project Runway.
Me too. What a waste.
Add me to the list. I went to bed early and my sister woke me up to say that JS won. I went back to sleep.
I was a serious fan of Project Runway in season 1, but the longer the show goes on the more tired I get of the inconsistent, subjective judging/application of the rules and the drama. If I want to watch a soap opera, I'll watch Grey's Anatomy or Day of Our Lives.
hootie1fan
October 19, 2006 - 04:48 AM
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why should she have to??!
lol, talk about a complete lack of class.
She raised her concerns he was cleared that was it. There were far more examples of lack of class from Jeff throught the season BTW.
except for the fact that she was utterly and totally WRONG. and jeffrey was visibly upset by the whole thing. anyone with any class knows that deserves an apology.
So it's okay to put down someone's mother, but to question someone's questionable integrity isn't?
RitaG
October 19, 2006 - 04:57 AM
I can't believe Jeffrey won??? That did it for me. Project Runway has lost all credibility now. Uli or Laura should have won, but Jeffrey??? Something is fishy.
dogsbreakfast
October 19, 2006 - 05:00 AM
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I saw this type of behavior all thru my art school days. Art that was "innovative" was always praised over art that was asthetically much more beautiful. What would happen once the students caught on was art that was simply for shock value but wrapped up in alot of b.s. explainations. I can't tell you how many self portraits of genitals were somehow described as a call for the political reparations plight of aboriginal Australians.
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Dallas
Dear Dallas: You SO confirmed my every thought about the "art intelligentsia (!!)"-quotient going on with the judges. The following thoughts are v. random, so please bear with me, if you choose.
Re: the cheating: I think it would be virtually impossible to prove that Jeffrey did/did not outsource sewing via receipts--what, is he going to provide a receipt for a seamstress? I think not. And why did Jeffrey get to replace the leather shorts (no receipt? Over-budget?) with leather PANTS??! Were the costs of those wigs really $200 and change? Seriously, they looked like Dollar Store material. Could not follow the "punishment" for a missing receipt-line at all.
To those who say they only see Uli-Wear on SoBe, uh, WHERE do you see Jeffrey-Wear? I think even the "brawling LA socialites"--EXCELLENT descriptive, whoever said that!--would choose more wisely than the "crack-[expletive deleted]" wear. It seemed that if you throw in, as Jeffrey did, the ubiquitous "artsy" asymmetrical lines, illogical zips/shears/proportions, you are deemed creative, innovative, and the dreaded "having a point-of-view"--AACK, so sick of the latter. And SO agree with you (Dallas? Sorry, age setting in here) that it's pretty amusing that Michael Kors the Designer absolutely plays it 100% safe, yet goes for the "Cow in Urine" artwork. Gag. Oh, the Miami Herald ran a sweet interview on Uli yesterday, and she's a class act. I was not rooting for any particular designer to win, but it seems as if pushing oneself beyond the judge's perception (Uli, to a lesser extent, Laura) reaped no good. As soon as Uli was labelled a "hard-worker" and Laura's construction "exquisite," I kinda knew they were doomed.
Lastly, does anyone else think this competition should be limited to those without established lines? Good day, all. Yay, Top Chef! Though am bleary-eyed this a.m. DB.
RitaG
October 19, 2006 - 05:01 AM
I think some of these people may be related to Jeffrey. It's all too strange that they would like him at all. I have been to other boards and no one likes him or his work.
JUSTMEAOD
October 19, 2006 - 05:02 AM
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why should she have to??!
lol, talk about a complete lack of class.
She raised her concerns he was cleared that was it. There were far more examples of lack of class from Jeff throught the season BTW.
except for the fact that she was utterly and totally WRONG. and jeffrey was visibly upset by the whole thing. anyone with any class knows that deserves an apology.
So it's okay to put down someone's mother, but to question someone's questionable integrity isn't?
TO BE HONEST..........
HE SHOULD GET AN APPOLOGY....
THE THING WITH ANGELA'S MOM....
FROM WHAT WAS SHOWN...
DID SEEM A BIT SUSPICIOUS (ON ANGELA'S PART)
BUT NOW THAT THE COMPETITION HAS ENDED
I'LL PUT MONEY ON IT......
THAT IF ASKED IF JEFFERY REALLY CARES....
OBVIOUSLY.....
HE WOULD REPLY....
NOPE ;D
TAKE CARE OVER THERE
ALOHA
HAVE FUN
cardamom
October 19, 2006 - 05:05 AM
I don't know why people are so shocked that Jeffrey won-- or disappointed, either. He sent a collection down the runway that the PR show was looking for-- cohesive, innovative, creative, and with range. If they were just looking for "good TV" why did Chloe win last season? She was nice, normal and professional-- that should have disqualified her by that standard.
You can imagine Jeffrey designing everything from sportswear, clubwear, evening gowns, etc. My teenaged daughter thought most of his stuff was good-- but she also said she liked Uli's dresses, too. I loved Laura's collection -- absolutely STUNNING! I can't see a lot of younger people having the occasion to wear those creations, though. If I had a fancy cocktail party to go to or a charity gala in NYC (which I don't) I would definitely want to wear a Laura creation. Uli's dresses are fabulous for "varm" weather -- I'd pack one of her dresses to go to Mexico or the Carribean -- they look like they'd travel well.
Michael-- love him, but his final collection was a little too flashy for my taste (too much shiny gold accents)-- but I can see him selling a lot of clothes in certain markets (much like Laura and Uli).
I thought all four designers had good shows, but Jeffrey won because he made the viewer think--"what's next?" Also, even though Jeffrey's social skills were lacking in tact and diplomacy, I don't see him as "evil" or a malicious person. Additionally, in spite of the fact that I didn't care for some of his challenge creations, many times they seemed to have a spirit or magic all their own when they came down the runway-- especially the "couture" dress (although that could be in part to Marilinda's walk).
How many top designers out there do not have huge egos? Didn't Robert say working for Mizrahi was a nighmare?
Overall, I thought this season had very talented designersand was entertaining to watch, and I will certainly keep watching PR!!
JUSTMEAOD
October 19, 2006 - 05:05 AM
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I can't believe Jeffrey won??? That did it for me. Project Runway has lost all credibility now. Uli or Laura should have won, but Jeffrey??? Something is fishy.
THROUGH ALL THE CONTROVERSY.....
I ENJOYIED THIS SEASON.....
FOR THE MOST PART........
BECAUSE OF THE TALENT EXIBITED.....
BY THE WAY....
DID TIM TONE HIS VOCABULARY DOWN FOR THE FINALE??? LOL
WHAT DO YOU THINK???
TAKE CARE OVER THERE
ALOHA
HAVE FUN
mainer
October 19, 2006 - 05:07 AM
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Well, its over. Cant say Im surprised at how things ended.
Jeffrey, uh ok. I did like some of the things in his collection. Others, not so much. Some were just foul. Am I the only one who thinks its funny that Jeffrey suddenly has such a large following? Where were they the other 13 episodes? Also, why is it "jeffrey speaks his mind" but "Laura is a [expletive deleted]" and they do the same things? They both express their opinions yet somehow Jeffrey is cool for doing it? Good luck Jeffrey, as it was said earlier, karmas a [expletive deleted].
Laura, your collection was stunning. Each piece was better then the next. My only complaint about your designs is your fabric choice. Try something other then the exact same black lace. Isnt it funny so many Jeffrey lovers are like F Laura yet he watched the show at your place? Oh, and loved your music.
Uli, I liked your collection much more then I thought I would. It looked better on the models then it did in the Getty images. How can the judges love your collection, say its what women want to wear,dis two of Jeffreys, yet he wins? It should have been you or Laura winning but youll go far.
Michael, man I so wanted your stuff to look better then it did in the pictures, but it didnt. Your young, you will be huge.
How odd was it the judges said they loved Lauras design but it was too limited but tell Jeffrey his collection was innovative? I would say his look is as limited, if not more, then Lauras by far.
Theres been so much crap on the boards with all the Jeffrey lovers trashing anything and everyone. Maybe since their guy won, they will chill a bit. Ha, who am I kidding. Oh well, its over. Jeffrey won.
brillke
Brillke you took my post away from me! No need for me to post as that is just what I was going to say.
I thought Laura's was the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. I thought Uli's was almost as beautiful, but more diverse, and I thought Uli should have won if Laura was to be faulted for staying within a range. I think like you if Laura had included a swimsuit, and replaced one spider dress with something lighter, she would have won.
I adored Uli's collection, I was prepared for it to be a bit worse than Jeffrey's based on photos but to me it was amazing, and I loved her music.
This doesn't mean Jeffrey's collection was trash, it was excellent and merited a win on its own and I congratulate jeffrey, for his collection.
I loved what Heidi said about Laura's incredible collection and I think all three will go far.
Seeing Michaels true personality in the videos, I have always suspected he was perhaps a limited man and he will perhaps end up designing hip hop or hooker clothes forever. I think he has talent but his taste level, if left to his own devices, if frankly lower even than Kaynes. He is apparently a better BS'er than even Keith was.
my last post got lost somewhere........... so here it goes again.
loved lauras n ulis collection thought it was top rate. laura does beautiful work. uli really surprised me. both of them will be snatched up big time. jeffery collection didt appeal to me . but thats me.MHO..
que are any of you going on to top chef or do i have to fine new play mates for my sand box. seems like last night they got their resident egomanic already lol
ps..... it was a bad day in black rock lol
alice love ya all
mainer
October 19, 2006 - 05:09 AM
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Congratulations Jeffrey & congrats to the judges for making a good decision this year. Jeffrey deserved to win & Laura should have been thrown off the show for trying to cheat him out of his victory. . .hope she has triplets!!!!! She can design little gowns for them cause no one else would wear her crap.
hon get a life ... tons of women with class will wear her gowns maybe not you .me i wouldnt wear jefferys clothes so different strokes for different folks., enough of the nastiness please it dont.......... it is what it is . move on.........
triplets arent so bad lol.......... at least you didnt wish a stroke on her like some hmmmm
alice
jitteryjewel
October 19, 2006 - 05:10 AM
I knew the majority of people would hate Jeffrey winning. I would like to add though that beauty is in the eye of the beholder ya'll! They showed a rerun of That twilight episode on sci-fi the other night (It's the one with the actress who played Ellie Mae Clampett. I get chills when I watch that episode. It's so upsetting when she is running down the hall and the person on the TV is talking about there can be only one race of people etc.) Just because something isn't your style doesn't make it suck ass. I really have liked most of Jeffrey's designs this season and the few that have sucked he has really not liked himself. I don't like the hate coming from any side who ever you like!
hootie1fan- You never really come out and call him names but if you go back and read a majority of your posts are about Jeffrey and his lack of skill and even though you said he has flaws I’m assuming like every other designer you’d have mentioned the other designers flaws too right?. I don't know how you can call that impartial and to me it files more in the dislike category especially when you say he's guilty in the title. Just my opinion though. I said from the beginning I would go for whatever the producers decided. Without hard evidence even Laura could have been accused of cheating (OMG! Did you see the detail of beading! What a feat in such a short time. And she says it was all her own work! I don't doubt she did it though)
And all the people refusing to come back because Jeffrey won. I bet all the Jeffrey fans would have said the same thing if Laura won LOL! Someone was going to be disappointed but be happy in the knowledge that all the designers got rave reviews and in the end I think someone will pick them up!
If you should be mad it should be about the stupid drama manipulation! I was never so happy to see a season end for a show and watching TC 2 I'm afraid it's contagious! Jeffrey won what's done is done instead of hating on designers try voicing to Bravo what you think about the show design itself. I am voting more comedy, less tension and drama, and a change in eligibility. I'm not saying that everyone should be a novice but I do think that they should all have the same advantages as far as workspace for the finale. Chloe and Jeffrey both had the upper hand there these past two seasons. Oh and I think they should up the prize money even if they have to drop the other prizes.
hootie1fan
October 19, 2006 - 05:13 AM
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I'm sorry to burst all you Jeffrey fan's bubbles, but the only reason he remained on the show is becuase of the producer's power. The final decisions of judging all had to go through them
That is NOT correct.
Read the fine print on the closing credits and you might think otherwise.
wontwatchagain
October 19, 2006 - 05:14 AM
Unfortunately the designer with the best collection isn't the one that won. Jeffery's outfits all season long looked like work from a horror show and no women I can think of would wear these items. I'm done with Project Runway....it's become obvious that it doesn't matter whether the average American woman would buy these clothes or not; just what looks "innovative" on the runway. I won't be watching again.
ShelleyBeth
October 19, 2006 - 05:19 AM
I honestly have to say that I will not be watching this show again. This is the reason why.
The judges (as most folks in the fashion world) are completely out of touch with reality. Why is it that what they think is beautiful and innovative is completely the opposite of what the viewers like? Aren't we the ones the patronize these designers? The grunge look is so 1992. HELLO!
The entire season has angered me with their decision making. Vincent should have NEVER gotten as far as he did. He is a lousy designer with absolutely no talent. THEN to top it off they have the nerve to choose Jeffrey. THERE IS NOT ONE GARMENT THAT I WOULD HAVE PURCHASED IN JEFFREY'S COLLECTION. THERE WAS NOTHING ATTRACTIVE OR BEAUTIFUL ABOUT IT. I COULD HAVE FOUND THE SAME THINGS IN A SECOND HAND STORE!
I could have stomached this if Uli had of been selected because her line was beautiful...but I still say ( and just like everyone said that voted last night) that Michael is clearly superior to ANY of the designers in the finals. I would have purchased EVERYTHING in his collection.
I can't understand where these judges are coming from. Nina Garcia should not be the fashion editor of ELLE and I have completely lost respect for Michael Kors. Heidi, you just lost one of your biggest fans, FOR GOOD!
jaimeeb
October 19, 2006 - 05:20 AM
I personally am going to think twice before watching next season if this is the direction they are taking with this show. I think the judges really missed the mark this season. What I used to like so much about it is that it really was about talent and not manipulation and drama. Jeffrey was rude to clients and the other designers, he was in the bottom several times and I still believe there was some cheating going on with his final collection. Not to mention that his final collection was not even that spectacular in my opinion. It is a mystery to me how he won.
Finally, I just want to say, how can you consider an evening gown made from yellow plaid cotton to be fashion?!? One of the ugliest things I have ever seen.
pccreations
October 19, 2006 - 05:22 AM
I held my comments until the end for the finale because I wanted to see the garments. Here is my humble opinion on the 2 part finale.
1. Laura's pieces...my her choice...where very labor intensive. Therefore it is not surprising she would question Jeffery's work. However, it is very possible to design and construct 12 items in the time allot. In fact I've personally made far more items from design to wear in less then 30 days. Entire wedding party...bride, mothers, attendants, flower girl and ring bearer.
2. I feel the wrong person won this competition based on the garments constructed through the season. But I do understand why they choose Jeffery. He already has a business and client base which may factor in heavily for the judges final choice. He also represents a new flavor in design which is popular in a youthful crowd which has purchasing power. The prize is not placement in a design firm but $$$'s to promote your own designs and business.
3. If there is a season 4....I WANT ALISON KELLY INVITED BACK AGAIN!!!!! I think Alison was cheated with the recycling project. This was a model problem and she shouldn't be penalized for that. I swear that model gained 10 pounds in the course of this show. She's an amazon compared to the others!! This is not fair to the designer.
4. What was with that final set of models???????!!!!! Some of them had to be stoned out of thier gords! I could not have been the only one who noticed. Some of them where just plain horrid. Micheal got stuck with the worst ones...first model in the white jumpsuit ...upper half going one way lower half another...YIKES!, his third model walked like she had a polker up her hind end, and his last model from the show....stoned! with her head hung in an awkward position making her look like a turtle hanging it's head out the shell. Watch her while they are talking at the end with the judges. I would also like to state now that the winning model needs to be choosen independent of the designers. The model Uli 'stole' from Micheal was by and far the best model of the group and should've won this competition. THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE!!!!!
rxgrrl
October 19, 2006 - 05:23 AM
I also will not be watching this show anymore. I wanted Michael to win but will admit his collection did not do it for me. Jeffrey and Uli did have some nice pieces but I was not wow'ed. I personally liked Laura's the best, the designing and workmanship was beautiful, she should have won. So as of right now I'm auf this show.
ChaChaCha
October 19, 2006 - 05:23 AM
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Jeffrey won what's done is done instead of hating on designers try voicing to Bravo what you think about the show design itself. I am voting more comedy, less tension and drama, and a change in eligibility. I'm not saying that everyone should be a novice but I do think that they should all have the same advantages as far as workspace for the finale. Chloe and Jeffrey both had the upper hand there these past two seasons. Oh and I think they should up the prize money even if they have to drop the other prizes. (jitteryjewel, exerpted)
You make a good point, JJ. Although I seriously doubt anyone at Bravo cares what we think... it's worth dropping a line to the producers, if only just to vent.
Speaking of which, I'm going to try & paste a post here from Project Rungay, because I thought it was so much more eloquent and concise than mine:
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Jeffrey not only did not deserve to win- he did not to deserve to be in the finals at all.
And I think that the principles behind fans being upset that Jeffrey was handed the win much more important than whether anyone thought Kara or DanielV should have won.
To call him a 'bad boy' is a whitewash of his horrific, mysogynist, bullying behavior. He is unrepentantly obnoxious. It sets a very poor example for that type of behavior to be rewarded...
And this 'win' will taint any future seasons by adding more obnoxious asses to the audition pool. Future seasons will be like the Jerry Springer show with talent-challenged contestants all trying to out-do each other in the rude, obnoxious department. And many very talented designers will no long want to apply because they won't want to put themselves through the 'Lord of the Flies' type environment.
And beyond all that...his clothes were hideous. Beyond hideous.
All season long PR has been on waterskis, approaching the shark. Last night it jumped.
--Gotham Tomato
williaml
October 19, 2006 - 05:25 AM
What a dreadful collection from Jeffery to have as winner. Anyone of the other three was better than his and then to top it all off to award it to a nasty man like him. This demonstrates how the quality of how Project Runway has gone down down and down. If you have a bad attitude and a crapy collection you win.
A good solution from no on is to simply get up and change the channel.
The other three derserved much more than nasty Jeffery.
dogsbreakfast
October 19, 2006 - 05:29 AM
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Yeah, I'm done with PR as well. Probably Bravo, for that matter. This whole season was so cheesy, contrived, manipulative.
Putting all the behavioral issues aside, Jeff should have been kicked to the curb for that "Everyday Woman" monstrosity - probably the ugliest item ever sent down the PR Runway. (And, everyone seems to agree, Uli should have won over Vincent's strange Flying Nun dress.)
I think Jeffrey stayed for the melodrama factor; . I actually liked several items in his collection but thought many of them were silly and/or incredibly unflattering. My god, if they make a size -0 model look like a heifer...
I thought fashion was about beauty, style, making a woman feel good about herself. I don't get "edgy." I don't get scowling human stick figures cockroach-stomping down a runway in strange/hideous wads of fabric.
(I just loooved the Olympus Fashion Week judge who actually stood up to MK & Nina. I thought they were going to have to call the paramedics!)
Laura's collection was stunning, impeccable, timeless, but the judges glommed on to "not enough range." That should have put Uli at the top. Her styles were diverse, youthful, flattering and stylish.
With thanks to all the posters here who have shared thoughts and opinions coherently and respectfully, au revoir!
Dear CCC, Thanks to YOU for encapsulating the many thoughts swirling 'round my noggin, and putting it so well (OMG, the "cockroach-stomping with strange/hideous wads of fabric" quote killed me!). Agree with all your points, esp. re: the guest judge (I personally think she would have voted for Laura or Uli). The fact that people were CLAMORING around Nina after the show about where to buy Uli's clothes, and Nina treats that (IMO) as a negative?? BTW, for those interested in where to buy Uli's clothes, the Miami Herald reported yesterday that a few of Uli's "$600 to $800 dresses" are for sale in Chroma and Lavish on Lincoln Road (South Miami Beach). Bet those prices won't last. The dress Uli is wearing on the cover of the MH's Style section is exquisite--must be her own. My only quibble with Uli's runway collection was that for me, it was a little bit too sheer--underwear visible--but then again, I'm ancient.
To all the conspiracy theorists (okay, I'm one!): Uli comments in the MH article about the contestants and the judges, and while she is VERY diplomatic and positive about everyone (well, Angela's her least favorite, but Uli still puts it sweetly), Uli has this to say about Michael Kors: "Always putting me down because [my style] is not his at all." The reporter also states "...After viewing several segments with her Miami friends, Herzner wonders if the producers had it in for her. So few of the nice things she heard the judges say about her work made it past the chopping block" (apparently, Heidi always made positive comments and they were always excised). The story then quotes several of MK's harsher quotes (i.e., the pool floats/necklace comment), then the reporter posits: "Kors, like Klum, must have praised her off-camera, no? Um, no. That portrayal was accurate, Herzner says." More stuff about how Uli's non-confrontational character might have made the producers ignore her. So, while I was not at first an Uli fan (at all), my opinion began to change with her beautiful Everyday woman outfit and couture gown, and especially with her (IMO) lovely runway collection. In other words, Uli won me over with her beautiful clothes. If that doesn't represent a true designer, what does?
Last thought (promise): I admit it: I loved Uli's Tim Gunn home interview, esp. how she cheers for the Horatio Alger possibilities only available in the U.S. You go, East German girl! Thanks to all the great posters, and to the grammatically/spelling/vocab.-challenged, I recommend Dictionary.com. It's free, and you can learn something new, not a bad thing at any age. DB
Boomette
October 19, 2006 - 05:33 AM
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Whew! Just saw the show and boy what a surprise. I'm wondering if Tim Gunn had something to with the outcome.
Here is my Critique.
Uli definitely won. Jeffrey has been innovative but his show was just ok. Michael Kors is what stopped Uli from winning. Uli has a real future. Her clothes were just as innovative as Jeffrey's, but Kors saw something intangible in Jeffreys designs and I don't think it had much to do with collection, but with his past work. I agree that Jeffrey is innovative, but the fact that he went overbudget and that his show wasn't great should of stopped him from winning. Plus, his show wasn't that cohesive. They didn't like two of his outfits and yet, they said it was the most cohesive. It didn't make sense.
Laura was major suprise. I don't care if she is a limited designer. She may be, but clothes like that deserve praise. The woman has got it.Her collection was awesome and my best wishes.
Now for Michael. He is probably the nicest guy I have ever seen on Project Runway but his collection was tacky. It looked like it came from a bubble gum machine. I fealt really sorry for him. You can tell he has not found himself yet. But I'm sure he will. Good things happen to good people. Michael you are good person and a great designer with a great future.
Overall, this season has been a rollercoaster ride and the climax has been a let down. They didn't actually judge the collections, but past work. I agreed with the first two seasons, but I don't agree with this. The best collections were Uli's and Laura's (surprise), yet, the judges didn't seem to care. I liked the guest judge for the last episode, but I think Kors got his way. Uli you got rooked and many people know it.
Every one of the designers surpassed themselves, some more than others.
When Jeffrey's collection came out, I was impressed - he really did have some great looks. But I didn't see any overarching "vision" or "cohesion". A batch of the same print in different dresses, followed by something completely unrelated. Overall it was prettier than his usual look; I would have given it 2nd place. He won, and I don't think he deserved it, but it's not a total travesty. I'm more disturbed by the fact that they bent the rules and didn't auf him on the last challenge; he shouldn't have been there at all.
ULI, YOU WERE ROBBED!! Her looks all tied together, yet were incredibly versatile. I was worried that it was going to be too monochromatic, but there were some of her trademark fabulous prints, too. But what really blew me away was the sportswear - beautifully fitted pants and shorts, with wonderful draping on the tops. She totally transcended her previous styles, and I doubt she'll ever go back. I wish she'd mixed the prints in with the solids a little more, in order to tie the collection together a little more. But it was still much more cohesive than Jeff's, with the underlying safari theme always present.
Laura - WOW! I was disappointed that she eliminated most of the color from the collection - what happened to that great red jersey number? And she overdid the black feathers. But my God - the range of silhouettes! Every dress had a different shape, and they covered all age ranges. There was truly something there for virtually any woman to wear for a special occasion. And the green pegnoir was mercifully absent.
I think Laura got exactly what she wanted from PR. By the time they got to Bryant Park, she knew she wouldn't win, because of her lack of range; but that wasn't her goal. She got to display her very strong point of view and aesthetic to the fashion world, and I'm sure it will pay off for her.
Michael - well, it was kind of disappointing, though I don't think it deserves to be dismissed as "hoochie wear". He's a young guy still trying to find his own voice, and is bound to only get better with time. I loved some of his prints - that gold and orange was something Uli might have used! And I liked the way he started out with all white pieces, then gave us an explosion of color. Michael and Kayne both have the skill and willingness to learn that will assure them great careers in fashion, if they're willing to do the work - and I know they are.
I really don't understand the judges' decision. When they did the little interviews with designers in the audience, Uli was the overwhelming favorite. Heidi said she'd wear every one of the outfits. Fern - the best judge of the season, BTW - didn't find the resort theme too limiting at all. Yes, the competition is supposed to be fashion forward. But the prize is supposed to be a startup for a line of ready to wear. Uli's stuff is very stylish, yet totally real world; what chance is there that any of Jeffrey's designs will end up translated into real woman sizes, and be marketed at Macy's? I predict that the 3 "losers" will still be producing wonderful, wearable clothes years after Jeff's little fantasy costumes are consigned to the vintage stores.
Dawn_MI
October 19, 2006 - 05:46 AM
My prediction was 100% correct. Uli would have the best line BUT they would never let her win. (It was Michael's to loose.) All season they blatantly overlooked her great dresses. Then, when they did focus on her, it was to tear her down. Guess they didn't want the next 'Great American Designer' to be a d@mn foreigner.
Jeff did have a great line. He was my second place -- even though he is a big navel gazing [expletive deleted]. (I'm sure he did have 'help'. Let's hope it was from someone who could be deported so they won't come forward, for Bravo's sake.)
Uli's line was even more amazing than I had imagined. Not one single dude (unlike Jeff's). She may have been robbed of her place as the rightful winner, but this show will give her a great future. That's a BIG silver lining.
SaiVad
October 19, 2006 - 05:47 AM
I just wanted to say that while Jeffery definately pushed the envelope of innovation and had a cohesive message (of craziness) through his collection...I still don't want to buy it! Which is sort of the point of the Project Runway competition...right? Michael, Uli and even Laura (to my chagrin)--all of their collections had pieces that were wearable and attractive....Jeffery's not so much.
I really don't know if I'll be back next season.... This show needs to diversify (maybe some menswear challenges, or a history of a fashion movement challenge, or a new panel of judges), Michael was my pick and he disappointed me (a little), but I think he's got something that'll keep him around for years to come (same with Laura and Uli).
Jeffery has a very LA (passe) rock and roll chic thing going and I just don't think the broader American public gets it (or wants to buy it).
jitteryjewel
October 19, 2006 - 05:49 AM
in fashion has to be mainstream in fashion. If the whole point to Project Runway fans is to put out pieces that could be marketed to Macy's or K-mart for that mater why have a runway show anyway! Has anyone else really looked at the other collections provided by other designers at Olympus fashion week? Or are we basing our opinions on what fashion should be from dept. store windows and catalogues. If changing the show to make fashion about what the everyday person would wear then I think that the potential of it's designers in relation to the real fashion industry will be lost. What in fashion is the norm? The models are not representative of real women and most of the designs found on runways are not things you will see most everyday women wearing. Fashion design is another artistic outlet and medium. If you want to go dollars and cents of what fashion translated to wearable wardrobes by the majority of everyday consumers they should change the show's title to Project Wal-mart!
And plaid is in this season!
RighteousOne
October 19, 2006 - 05:51 AM
congrats Jeffrey! A well deserved win!
tamarinden
October 19, 2006 - 05:54 AM
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Tam- The integrity part is what threw me because she said clearly in the finale that she wasn't questioning his integrity then she turned around and said she was right? She said "I am not questioning your integrity." That made me scratch my head.
I do love where she is coming from as far as the classic Hollywood Glam. I love Ginger Rogers and Audrey Hepburn just to name a few. (I've always loved Ginger a little more because of her siloutte and classic beauty) My Mom and I can watch the classics for ever. I wish we all dresses that way now! Everything is so perfect and beautiful! My dream LOL!So I like Laura's style but I think she gambled being too focused and it cost her. I think all the judges wished she would have taken their advice not just Heidi. I think this year was very close because the designers in the finale had souch a drastically diffrent point of view.
I hate to say it, but its editing. You are right, in one of the earlier videos Laura says "I was not questioning your integrity"
In the one issued last evening, Laura says "You are right, I was questioning your integrity. And I am sorry." I think both were edited and if you reconstruct, Jeffrey pointed out to her and she admitted that she had in fact questioned his integrity.
I too question it to this day. But what I think does not matter and holds no weight in a court of law, nor does what I think matter in fashion circles, except for in Paris with my friends
I thought Jeffrey presented a fabulous collection. I didnt like it as much as Laura's or Uli's. But that doesnt mean I didnt love it. His silver metallic chiffon/soie/maille dress was amazing and I loved it. I feel he did too much unconstructed work, as I am not a fan of that style when over done but it was much better than Jay's or Chloe's collections.
I just dont feel it was the strongest collection of the evening.
I like the judges ok, but Nina is a sucker for deconstructed looks and "innovation" at any price. Clearly her magazine demands that. I remember when Bradley, poor thing, could not think of anything to make and an hour before the models were to walk the runway he threw together a horror of a satin blouse and skirt that I could have done better when I was 9.
The joke was on the judges because Nina purred" I can see photographing that for Elle". I think of the childrens fair tale "the emperors new clothes" when I think of that.
In any event, Kudos to all four designers (even Michael) and congratulations to Jeffrey.
tamarinden
October 19, 2006 - 05:58 AM
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Yeah, I'm done with PR as well. Probably Bravo, for that matter. This whole season was so cheesy, contrived, manipulative.
Putting all the behavioral issues aside, Jeff should have been kicked to the curb for that "Everyday Woman" monstrosity - probably the ugliest item ever sent down the PR Runway. (And, everyone seems to agree, Uli should have won over Vincent's strange Flying Nun dress.)
I think Jeffrey stayed for the melodrama factor; I kept imagining the producers painting a "Snidely Whiplash" moustache on him each week. That said, I actually liked several items in his collection but thought many of them were silly and/or incredibly unflattering. My god, if they make a size -0 model look like a heifer...
I thought fashion was about beauty, style, making a woman feel good about herself. I don't get "edgy." I don't get scowling human stick figures cockroach-stomping down a runway in strange/hideous wads of fabric.
(I just loooved the Olympus Fashion Week judge who actually stood up to MK & Nina. I thought they were going to have to call the paramedics!)
Laura's collection was stunning, impeccable, timeless, but the judges glommed on to "not enough range." That should have put Uli at the top. Her styles were diverse, youthful, flattering and stylish.
I think this was a choice strictly for the "buzz factor." So I'm out; I don't get it. Since all the networks seem to be playing copycat these days, maybe another design competition will be produced that's based on design instead of manufactured melodrama.
With thanks to all the posters here who have shared thoughts and opinions coherently and respectfully, au revoir!
a bientot chachacha I will miss you. I agree totally with your post. And yet I do feel that Jeffrey's collection had merit.
It simply was not in Laura's league. Laura will become bigger than either Nina or Michael Kors, but I doubt Elle will ever recognize her genius. Elle are too limited.
tamarinden
October 19, 2006 - 06:04 AM
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Well, its over. Cant say Im surprised at how things ended.
Jeffrey, uh ok. I did like some of the things in his collection. Others, not so much. Some were just foul. Am I the only one who thinks its funny that Jeffrey suddenly has such a large following? Where were they the other 13 episodes? Also, why is it "jeffrey speaks his mind" but "Laura is a [expletive deleted]" and they do the same things? They both express their opinions yet somehow Jeffrey is cool for doing it? Good luck Jeffrey, as it was said earlier, karmas a [expletive deleted].
Laura, your collection was stunning. Each piece was better then the next. My only complaint about your designs is your fabric choice. Try something other then the exact same black lace. Isnt it funny so many Jeffrey lovers are like F Laura yet he watched the show at your place? Oh, and loved your music.
Uli, I liked your collection much more then I thought I would. It looked better on the models then it did in the Getty images. How can the judges love your collection, say its what women want to wear,dis two of Jeffreys, yet he wins? It should have been you or Laura winning but youll go far.
Michael, man I so wanted your stuff to look better then it did in the pictures, but it didnt. Your young, you will be huge.
How odd was it the judges said they loved Lauras design but it was too limited but tell Jeffrey his collection was innovative? I would say his look is as limited, if not more, then Lauras by far.
Theres been so much crap on the boards with all the Jeffrey lovers trashing anything and everyone. Maybe since their guy won, they will chill a bit. Ha, who am I kidding. Oh well, its over. Jeffrey won.
brillke
Brillke you took my post away from me! No need for me to post as that is just what I was going to say.
I thought Laura's was the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. I thought Uli's was almost as beautiful, but more diverse, and I thought Uli should have won if Laura was to be faulted for staying within a range. I think like you if Laura had included a swimsuit, and replaced one spider dress with something lighter, she would have won.
I adored Uli's collection, I was prepared for it to be a bit worse than Jeffrey's based on photos but to me it was amazing, and I loved her music.
This doesn't mean Jeffrey's collection was trash, it was excellent and merited a win on its own and I congratulate jeffrey, for his collection.
I loved what Heidi said about Laura's incredible collection and I think all three will go far.
Seeing Michaels true personality in the videos, I have always suspected he was perhaps a limited man and he will perhaps end up designing hip hop or hooker clothes forever. I think he has talent but his taste level, if left to his own devices, if frankly lower even than Kaynes. He is apparently a better BS'er than even Keith was.
my last post got lost somewhere........... so here it goes again.
loved lauras n ulis collection thought it was top rate. laura does beautiful work. uli really surprised me. both of them will be snatched up big time. jeffery collection didt appeal to me . but thats me.MHO..
que are any of you going on to top chef or do i have to fine new play mates for my sand box. seems like last night they got their resident egomanic already lol
ps..... it was a bad day in black rock lol
alice love ya all
Mainer!! I will be there at Top Chef until I leave for home mid November! See ya there bring your shovel
Crownwinner
October 19, 2006 - 06:05 AM
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Well yeah, that's what all the Jeffrey-haters think too. It's a Design Contest therefore he should have lost. I am not kidding when I can point to everything he's done and name which designer he copied the outfit from. Plaid couture gown? Alexander McQueen. Jet-set outfit? Uh, how about every single cheesy clothing line sold in the rocker-leather stores on Melrose in L.A. Deconstructed jackets and tops with the strips of cloth hanging down? Helmut Lang, like 8 years ago. Done, tired, not even in fashion anymore. Neither is "punk". It had a moment briefly last year again but it's so over. Jeffrey is nothing like the truly brilliant, creative and successful punk-inspired designers like Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood and Nicholas Ghesquiere. Their stuff blows me away, his stuff is totally familiar and boring.
Lastly, think about it, this guy HAD a shot at starting his own fashion label already. He did it already. And he failed! You can be impressed with whatever D-level celebrities he designed for before, but if his fashion label was so darn successful he would not be on Project Runway desperate to win, and weeping because he gets a chance to show a collection. This guy obviously needs the dough, big time. Well, Jeffrey is being set up for a big fall. He will not succeed in the long run. It would have been better for him to keep on toiling quietly in L.A. and evolving his vision before taking it wider, instead of failing in such a public way after winning this show. And don't even get me started on how Jeffrey completely failed to meet the requirements of this challenge. That was no "collection". It was all over the place, not cohesive in the slightest.
I think I love u.Your Alexander McQueen comment:so dead on.Can we create a collection together?
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I felt the same way. They think Jeffrey is cool becuz of his mohawk, Mr T grunge look that he must be cool. It makes me sick that Project Runway
felt the need to be cool instead of the need to be the BEST!
I wish they did like American Idol. You can see who sells the most becuz I bet the other 3 will all out sell Jeffrey.
UGLY, UNORIGINAL, SLOCK !!! Anyone who's lived around Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles has Jeffrey's designs for YEARS! He was the worst of all the designers! NON ORIGINAL!!!!
It's a design contest! Not a let make Bravo try to look Cool contest. Well Bravo was cool & edgie before this decision!
Very disappointed in the judges!
TishTheFish
October 19, 2006 - 06:05 AM
Ah, I'm so glad the Jeffrey won. The judges mentioned that he offered a collection for a woman's entire life from work, to meeting friends, to out on the town at night and I think this was one reason he won. He clearly was the most innovative of the designers. I loved everything he showed except for that long blue dress - not so much.
I believe the judges were looking for a fashion forward designer and Jeffrey was the best of the final four. We may not see his innovations on the majority of women today but it will influence what we see in the years to come.
I don't mind that he's rough around the edges - you can tell that he's got a good heart and amazing talent.
Yea Jeffrey!
beechlapper
October 19, 2006 - 06:07 AM
I am still struggling with the concept of accusing someone of cheating without impugning their integrity. If you can cheat and keep your integrity, I have to question your level of integrity to begin with.
That aside, I honestly don't see how they could have picked either Laura or Michael to win. Laura was enitrely predictable - impeccable construction, expensive looking, but nothing that really broke the mold from her body of work for the season. Was it done better, yes. Was it original (a departure from what we have already seen this season) ? No.
Michael's collection was weak at best. I am not sure how a solid outfit fits a safari theme. The hot pink and the green outfit threw me for a loop. I almost got the feeling he was looking for anything to make sure he had 12 outfits. I did not see anything new or innovative in his collection.
For Uli, the big departure was that there were solids rather than prints and the garments looked much more expensive than they usually do. I liked her collection better than any of the others.
As far as Jeffrey goes, I thought his collection was all over the place. I did not see a common thread (to make it cohesive) but that does not mean that it does not exist. Somethings will just have to remain a mystery to me.
Crownwinner
October 19, 2006 - 06:09 AM
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Well yeah, that's what all the Jeffrey-haters think too. It's a Design Contest therefore he should have lost. I am not kidding when I can point to everything he's done and name which designer he copied the outfit from. Plaid couture gown? Alexander McQueen. Jet-set outfit? Uh, how about every single cheesy clothing line sold in the rocker-leather stores on Melrose in L.A. Deconstructed jackets and tops with the strips of cloth hanging down? Helmut Lang, like 8 years ago. Done, tired, not even in fashion anymore. Neither is "punk". It had a moment briefly last year again but it's so over. Jeffrey is nothing like the truly brilliant, creative and successful punk-inspired designers like Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood and Nicholas Ghesquiere. Their stuff blows me away, his stuff is totally familiar and boring.
Lastly, think about it, this guy HAD a shot at starting his own fashion label already. He did it already. And he failed! You can be impressed with whatever D-level celebrities he designed for before, but if his fashion label was so darn successful he would not be on Project Runway desperate to win, and weeping because he gets a chance to show a collection. This guy obviously needs the dough, big time. Well, Jeffrey is being set up for a big fall. He will not succeed in the long run. It would have been better for him to keep on toiling quietly in L.A. and evolving his vision before taking it wider, instead of failing in such a public way after winning this show. And don't even get me started on how Jeffrey completely failed to meet the requirements of this challenge. That was no "collection". It was all over the place, not cohesive in the slightest.
I think I love u.Your Alexander McQueen comment:so dead on.Can we create a collection together?
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I felt the same way. They think Jeffrey is cool becuz of his mohawk, Mr T grunge look that he must be cool. It makes me sick that Project Runway
felt the need to be cool instead of the need to be the BEST!
I wish they did like American Idol. You can see who sells the most becuz I bet the other 3 will all out sell Jeffrey.
UGLY, UNORIGINAL, SLOCK !!! Anyone who's lived around Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles has Jeffrey's designs for YEARS! He was the worst of all the designers! NON ORIGINAL!!!!
It's a design contest! Not a let make Bravo try to look Cool contest. Well Bravo was cool & edgie before this decision!
Very disappointed in the judges!
tamarinden
October 19, 2006 - 06:10 AM
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Whew! Just saw the show and boy what a surprise. I'm wondering if Tim Gunn had something to with the outcome.
Here is my Critique.
Uli definitely won. Jeffrey has been innovative but his show was just ok. Michael Kors is what stopped Uli from winning. Uli has a real future. Her clothes were just as innovative as Jeffrey's, but Kors saw something intangible in Jeffreys designs and I don't think it had much to do with collection, but with his past work. I agree that Jeffrey is innovative, but the fact that he went overbudget and that his show wasn't great should of stopped him from winning. Plus, his show wasn't that cohesive. They didn't like two of his outfits and yet, they said it was the most cohesive. It didn't make sense.
Laura was major suprise. I don't care if she is a limited designer. She may be, but clothes like that deserve praise. The woman has got it.Her collection was awesome and my best wishes.
Now for Michael. He is probably the nicest guy I have ever seen on Project Runway but his collection was tacky. It looked like it came from a bubble gum machine. I fealt really sorry for him. You can tell he has not found himself yet. But I'm sure he will. Good things happen to good people. Michael you are good person and a great designer with a great future.
Overall, this season has been a rollercoaster ride and the climax has been a let down. They didn't actually judge the collections, but past work. I agreed with the first two seasons, but I don't agree with this. The best collections were Uli's and Laura's (surprise), yet, the judges didn't seem to care. I liked the guest judge for the last episode, but I think Kors got his way. Uli you got rooked and many people know it.
Every one of the designers surpassed themselves, some more than others.
When Jeffrey's collection came out, I was impressed - he really did have some great looks. But I didn't see any overarching "vision" or "cohesion". A batch of the same print in different dresses, followed by something completely unrelated. Overall it was prettier than his usual look; I would have given it 2nd place. He won, and I don't think he deserved it, but it's not a total travesty. I'm more disturbed by the fact that they bent the rules and didn't auf him on the last challenge; he shouldn't have been there at all.
ULI, YOU WERE ROBBED!! Her looks all tied together, yet were incredibly versatile. I was worried that it was going to be too monochromatic, but there were some of her trademark fabulous prints, too. But what really blew me away was the sportswear - beautifully fitted pants and shorts, with wonderful draping on the tops. She totally transcended her previous styles, and I doubt she'll ever go back. I wish she'd mixed the prints in with the solids a little more, in order to tie the collection together a little more. But it was still much more cohesive than Jeff's, with the underlying safari theme always present.
Laura - WOW! I was disappointed that she eliminated most of the color from the collection - what happened to that great red jersey number? And she overdid the black feathers. But my God - the range of silhouettes! Every dress had a different shape, and they covered all age ranges. There was truly something there for virtually any woman to wear for a special occasion. And the green pegnoir was mercifully absent.
I think Laura got exactly what she wanted from PR. By the time they got to Bryant Park, she knew she wouldn't win, because of her lack of range; but that wasn't her goal. She got to display her very strong point of view and aesthetic to the fashion world, and I'm sure it will pay off for her.
Michael - well, it was kind of disappointing, though I don't think it deserves to be dismissed as "hoochie wear". He's a young guy still trying to find his own voice, and is bound to only get better with time. I loved some of his prints - that gold and orange was something Uli might have used! And I liked the way he started out with all white pieces, then gave us an explosion of color. Michael and Kayne both have the skill and willingness to learn that will assure them great careers in fashion, if they're willing to do the work - and I know they are.
I really don't understand the judges' decision. When they did the little interviews with designers in the audience, Uli was the overwhelming favorite. Heidi said she'd wear every one of the outfits. Fern - the best judge of the season, BTW - didn't find the resort theme too limiting at all. Yes, the competition is supposed to be fashion forward. But the prize is supposed to be a startup for a line of ready to wear. Uli's stuff is very stylish, yet totally real world; what chance is there that any of Jeffrey's designs will end up translated into real woman sizes, and be marketed at Macy's? I predict that the 3 "losers" will still be producing wonderful, wearable clothes years after Jeff's little fantasy costumes are consigned to the vintage stores.
excellent critique boomette
HiFidelityKelley
October 19, 2006 - 06:11 AM
This is two seasons in a row now that I've been disappointed by the winner . . .
Last season, I was 100% behind Daniel the ENTIRE season, and was left cold by the collection that Chloe presented.
Now this season, I admit that I was torn between Laura, Uli and Michael. I knew that Michael needed some development, but he certainly has the talent to become a force to be reckoned with. Laura's designs, as someone said before, could be described as narrow, but they are certainly beautiful, well-made, and (most importantly, IMO) WEARABLE. Uli's line . . . I would wear any of that. Today. I think that she was robbed.
Jeffrey's clothing is HIDEOUS. I can't see anyone wearing any of that. Maybe he will find some fans in a few rock stars, but other than that, I think he will flounder and fail.
I'm INCREDIBLY disappointed. Once again . . .
hootie1fan
October 19, 2006 - 06:13 AM
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hootie1fan- You never really come out and call him names but if you go back and read a majority of your posts are about Jeffrey and his lack of skill and even though you said he has flaws I’m assuming like every other designer you’d have mentioned the other designers flaws too right?. I don't know how you can call that impartial and to me it files more in the dislike category especially when you say he's guilty in the title. Just my opinion though. I said from the beginning I would go for whatever the producers decided. Without hard evidence even Laura could have been accused of cheating (OMG! Did you see the detail of beading! What a feat in such a short time. And she says it was all her own work! I don't doubt she did it though)
Laura is a very good seamstress and has consistently done great beading. That part of her signature. She's been doing it in the work room all season. Her biggest flaw is that she got a consistent, wearable look and in the design world, that's known as not being fashion-forward and lacking innovation.
Jeffrey has mastered that edgy look. He also arrogant, but that's not necessarily a flaw in fashion. All season long JS has never been much of a sewer. He even said he had to brush up on it before Season 3 show started shooting? How he could have finished his most complicated work in less time than all the others?
Michael is the best overall designer. His work has been consistently great, but he needs structure to produce his best stuff.
Uli does beautiful, gorgeous, beachy dresses. That’s fine when you the occasion arises, but what do you do for the rest of the year?
I still think that Jeffrey had help and went over budget. He should have shown at fashion week, but been kicked out of the final competition.
silkwhisperer
October 19, 2006 - 06:14 AM
"But the prize is supposed to be a startup for a line of ready to wear. Uli's stuff is very stylish, yet totally real world; what chance is there that any of Jeffrey's designs will end up translated into real woman sizes, and be marketed at Macy's? I predict that the 3 "losers" will still be producing wonderful, wearable clothes years after Jeff's little fantasy costumes are consigned to the vintage stores."
That was my thought exactly last night.
I absolutely loved Uli's collection....every single piece was beautiful and real. For a few minutes, I actually thought that Uli was going to be the winner.
For some reason, even though I was calling Laura a [expletive deleted] under my breath, I still liked her and loved her designs. What confused me was how she could make those accusations about Jeffrey, cause him such worry....and yet, when the producers sort it all out and find that he didn't outsource the work beyond the rules, Jeffrey and Laura just smile and laugh it off. I have to admit that I wouldn't have handled that as well.
I did notice a lot of manipulation by Bravo as far as editted clips and sound bites. Conversations were splintered and repasted together and things were made to seem much different than the actual events.
Crownwinner
October 19, 2006 - 06:18 AM
Living near Melrose Avenue I know how unoriginal Jeffrey's costumes were! Shlock! This was suppose to be the best designer contest. 2 of the 3 had point of views of who they were and what they were going to design. Michael who was one of my favorites, did not show well at the finale'. Uli and Laura have their styles and their points of view of who they are and what they are going to design. Like all famous designers. Both ULI and LAURA's collections were all beautiful and very cohesive to each of their collections!
Jeffrery was all over the map and had several extremely UGLY pieces walk down that runway!
I'm disappointed in Bravo & The Judges! For picking Jeffrey doesn't make you cool. You were cool but now you've show'd you aren't.
UGLY WON! HOW SAD!
grandpajones
October 19, 2006 - 06:23 AM
First time poster, after last night I gotta give my opinion.
Michael was the best during the season, but the last two shows did him in. He will do great though. He is major cool.
Uli should have been the winner last night, the judges said they loved ALL her designs. Jeffrey had a few they didn't. I actually thought Laura's were better than Jeffreys.
I really think that Uli was this years Chloe (well somewhat anyway), Jeffrey was this years Santino, so they give it to Jeffrey to change things up. It is a shame though, since Uli had the best collection. If they are going to look at "other factors" what is the point in even having the best collection?
Oh and keeping 4 instead of 3 was major lame. Someone should have went home. Just because the people or person the Judges really wanted to win the whole thing did bad the week before fashion week, shouldn't have meant everyone got to go.
Even though I was disappointed, I will still watch next season I am sure. Grandma Jones kinda rules the TV.
Other season opinions....
(That retarded looking Ted Danson lookalike Vincent got WAY too many chances this season. Alison Kelly got ripped off. She is 10 times better than Vincent, but she was too quiet so she got axed. If she had been a bit#^, she would have lasted longer. I also like Kayne, the judges were a bit harsh on him, but he went about as far as he could.)
Dawn_MI
October 19, 2006 - 06:29 AM
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First time poster, after last night I gotta give my opinion.
Michael was the best during the season, but the last two shows did him in. He will do great though. He is major cool.
Uli should have been the winner last night, the judges said they loved ALL her designs. Jeffrey had a few they didn't. I actually thought Laura's were better than Jeffreys.
I really think that Uli was this years Chloe (well somewhat anyway), Jeffrey was this years Santino, so they give it to Jeffrey to change things up. It is a shame though, since Uli had the best collection. If they are going to look at "other factors" what is the point in even having the best collection?
Oh and keeping 4 instead of 3 was major lame. Someone should have went home. Just because the people or person the Judges really wanted to win the whole thing did bad the week before fashion week, shouldn't have meant everyone got to go.
Even though I was disappointed, I will still watch next season I am sure. Grandma Jones kinda rules the TV.
Other season opinions....
(That retarded looking Ted Danson lookalike Vincent got WAY too many chances this season. Alison Kelly got ripped off. She is 10 times better than Vincent, but she was too quiet so she got axed. If she had been a bit#^, she would have lasted longer. I also like Kayne, the judges were a bit harsh on him, but he went about as far as he could.)
I loved Allison, as a person and a designer. I always thought if she had just belted someone in the mouth -- to add drama -- they would have kept her on. Vincent only stayed because he gave good TV. Jeff, though talented, played to drama card to the victory stand.
crackbaby
October 19, 2006 - 06:29 AM
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And we see how you got your name...
You must be one too because you like your clothes made by crackheads like Jeffrey. His designs sucks ass.
iainswife
October 19, 2006 - 06:30 AM
I was so disgusted by the judges selection of Jeffery as this season's Project Runway winner that I've deleted the show from my TiVo and am cancelling my Elle subscription. He is an appalling designer compared with any of the other contestants and I am deeply disappointed by his selection as winner.
I am sorry as I have enjoyed the show in the past but this selection is so wrong that I can no longer support the program. The judge's quest for "edge/youth" over style cuts to the core of what is wrong with the fashion industry as a whole.
What a disappointment.
crackbaby
October 19, 2006 - 06:31 AM
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Jeffrey's designs sucks ass!
And we see how you got your name...
Yeah, Jeffrey's my dad.
jayfan
October 19, 2006 - 06:35 AM
If you have watched all the shows she took on this holier than thou attitude. And she said I ma not sorry I said what I said. And then say I did not want him to leave. Give me a break if she did not want him to leave then why did she say I think he had someone else sew his stuff. I was dissapointed that Micheal did not win I really thought it would be the 2 guys left. Uli is the same old and like it was said resort wear is her thing. Hello I said that also . South Fl clothes
Mascara
October 19, 2006 - 06:35 AM
We had a 'Runway Party' to watch the finale and were quite disappointed in the judges final decision. I think it is really odd that the judges keep telling the designers to push the envelope, to show something that illustrates what the designers are all about and feature what they excel at -but- when the competitors actually do it, showing us some very outstanding collections, they get thrashed for it. Uli or Laura should have taken the title, hands down - superb collections! I still did not see the 'fashion story' (which Michael Kors always seems so preoccupied with) on Jeffrey's part, except that the producers had to pump up Jeffrey's personal story to try and make us more compassionate towards him perhaps?. Somehow, when they started to weave that whole side story (about him being a reformed heroin user), I already had the distinct impression they had set us viewers up to show us who they had chosen to win the competition. ANYWAY ... back to the runway ... as for the finale, when designers such as Uli and Laura show such exquisite, stunning and drop dead gorgeous clothing (with incredible workmanship to boot) and then to have their show pieces chucked to the wayside in honor of what was ultimately selected as the grand prize winner, it is a sorry statement of what our American fashion scene is really about. I do believe the two women finalists will have solid careers in fashion and hope their phones are ringing off the hook already, they really are spectacular and deserve far more worldwide recognition. Michael got lost somewhere along the way, I really thought at the beginning of the season that he was the one who was going to take home the gold, however, despite this turn of events, he should see success as well, he has the right attitude and his clothing always showcases a woman's body very well. Jeffrey may indeed see a short run of success, given the spotlight of this TV show, but ultimately, he is overly trendy and when you are trendy, like Heidi says, "One day you're in, and the next day you're 'aufed'." I guess it is now in the hands of us, those who actually go out and purchase the clothing, to really determine who is in and who is 'aufed.'
SnoggingPicard
October 19, 2006 - 06:42 AM
Was highly, highly disappointed last night. I watched the show with a group of seven or eight people, all of whom supported different designers and different styles. Despite this, ALL of them were betting on Uli after the show, even more so after the judges had their say.
What the heck happened? Just a few thoughts...
1) Seems to me that last year they nailed Daniel V. on his collection's representation of his theme -- it didn't quite mesh wih what he wanted to project. I don't know about the rest of you, but I hardly got "Japanese Horror/NIghtmare/Dreams" from Jeffrey's stuff.
2) They didn't have one bad thing to say about Uli's stuff. None. They lauded her for rising above her usual parameters, stretching but being true to her style at the same time, the versatility and wearablity of every single one of her pieces. All four of them loved it and told her so...why the change of heart?
3) There was also unanimous hatred across the board of one of Jeffrey's pieces. Not just "meh" but "this is horrendous". And he still pulls off a win? Over the highly-praised collection from Uli? Hmm...
4) Regardless of if he cheated or not by getting outside help (still think it was possible. Who says he had to pay them? Would he really be dumb enough to put in a receipt for something like that?), the fact that Jeffrey had gone over budget and the fact that this would NOT have been caught if Laura hadn't said something would have given me pause as a judge. Is it fair to judge him on the same level as someone who played by the rules and hadn't been involved in that controversy? Yes, he did manage to come in under budget after they told him to cut some stuff, but the damage was done in my opinion.
5) Seriously, was there a contest this season to see how many times they could pump poor Uli up with praise, let her get to the final two, and then crush her? I think this was the third or fourth time that she was that close or robbed this year -- heartbreaking, especially since she so deserved to win the show.
6) Was it just me or was anyone else completely unimpressed by the way Jeffrey's models walked? They seemed so apathetic and uninterested. I loved how Uli's walked so perfectly to the music -- which was a fantastic selection. Really not happy with the way his collection was presented during the show.
7) Since so many people are convinced that one of the leg-ups for Jeffrey was his sob story of a past, anyone else think that they didn't pick Uli because they already covered that story last year? The immigrant-who-came-to-this-country-in-hopes-of-pursuing-her-dreams route was already taken by Chloe...what better way to fill the winner's spot than a former criminal/drug addict/alcoholic/suicide attemptee? That probably sounded incredibly insensitive, but after the complete surprise win, I'm scrambling to find reasons to justify it.
8) In defense of Laura, I don't think her accusations of Jeffrey were at all unwarranted. It's a contest. You should play by the rules. If she was suspicious of someone breaking the rules, she was well within her rights to question it. If Uli or Michael had shown up in the same situation, I'm sure she would have done the same thing. And Jeffrey...I have no doubt that he would have been just as accusatory if the roles were flip-flopped (probably much more abrasive and rude considering his personality, actually).
9) As much as Jeffrey ticked me off this year personality-wise (seriously, no matter how bad your life was before, there's no call to be such a jerk. Uli grew up in Communist East-freaking-Germany and she's an absolute sweetheart to everyone), that's not the reason that so many people are upset at his win. Just because some of us are upset that he took home the prize, don't automatically assume that that's because we're "Jeffrey-haters". I don't like him. But his collection was not the best one on the runway. I've only skimmed these pages, but I'd love to count the number of people who said "Uli was robbed".
10) Just disappointed. That is all. Uli -- you collection was amazing. You will go far.
beechlapper
October 19, 2006 - 06:42 AM
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I held my comments until the end for the finale because I wanted to see the garments. Here is my humble opinion on the 2 part finale.
1. Laura's pieces...my her choice...where very labor intensive. Therefore it is not surprising she would question Jeffery's work. However, it is very possible to design and construct 12 items in the time allot. In fact I've personally made far more items from design to wear in less then 30 days. Entire wedding party...bride, mothers, attendants, flower girl and ring bearer.
2. I feel the wrong person won this competition based on the garments constructed through the season. But I do understand why they choose Jeffery. He already has a business and client base which may factor in heavily for the judges final choice. He also represents a new flavor in design which is popular in a youthful crowd which has purchasing power. The prize is not placement in a design firm but $$$'s to promote your own designs and business.
3. If there is a season 4....I WANT ALISON KELLY INVITED BACK AGAIN!!!!! I think Alison was cheated with the recycling project. This was a model problem and she shouldn't be penalized for that. I swear that model gained 10 pounds in the course of this show. She's an amazon compared to the others!! This is not fair to the designer.
4. What was with that final set of models???????!!!!! Some of them had to be stoned out of thier gords! I could not have been the only one who noticed. Some of them where just plain horrid. Micheal got stuck with the worst ones...first model in the white jumpsuit ...upper half going one way lower half another...YIKES!, his third model walked like she had a polker up her hind end, and his last model from the show....stoned! with her head hung in an awkward position making her look like a turtle hanging it's head out the shell. Watch her while they are talking at the end with the judges. I would also like to state now that the winning model needs to be choosen independent of the designers. The model Uli 'stole' from Micheal was by and far the best model of the group and should've won this competition. THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE!!!!!
I am confused.
How can they judge the winners based on work that was not shown during Olympus Fashion Week ? This is the Superbowl of fashion. The work you have done up to the finale is what got you to the final four (playoffs). Once you make it to the playoffs, its do or die. You play like there is no tomorrow.
The fact that he already has a business is irrelevant. Why would anyone enter a competition knowing they stood no chance of winning ? He had to work his way through the pool of preliminary competitions like everyone else or are you implying that he made it through the preliminaries because of his business ?
What would the size of his client base have to do with his winning a design competiton ? The judges know he has a business, they have no idea how large or small it is (unless they have access to IRS records which I seriously doubt).
With regard to the models - each designer chose the ones they wanted. If he got stuck with some "dogs", it is because he chose them. I will agree that some of the models looks were questionable but if the designer chose them, no one is to blame but the designer.
Nazri would still have lost had Michael chosen her. I am curious what criteria you would use to select the winning model ? I certainly believe that the winner should get first pick of all the models. It would also make sense that the model associated with the winning designer should get something.
Crownwinner
October 19, 2006 - 06:44 AM
I agree with every word you wrote!
It should have been ULI OR LAURA! They both put out stunning creations! I LOVED MICHAEL all the way until the finale' and he got smoked by the two women. And I will never understand how the worst collection won. It was so Melrose Avenue 10 years ago!!!
I hope to see the other 3 designers in stores and will buy them. I will try not to watch project runway next year after this disaster.
jayfan
October 19, 2006 - 06:48 AM
I cant see the average women wearing Laura clothes. As she said in stead of jeans wear a black t-shirt dress to the store. Yeah I see that all in WalMart, even at the mall. Women in black t-shirt dresses. No. Uli I have said it before have seen that look in South Fl as that is where I am from. Well that is where I grew up and still have family there. I really thought the 2 guys would be left standing. Yes Micheals was OK I did like a couple of his things. Remember the guest judge even said Uli's was RESORT WEAR. Enough said. Get ready for season 4. I pick Tim Gunn to win that one. lol