'80s retro vs. "Pocahontas". Discuss.

I don't think the outfit that won should have. I saw it at S&B's the other day. I thought about trying it on, but it looked like maternity. I'm 5'2" and I just didn't think it would be flattering. The vest wasn't bad. Obviously the vest was selling way better than that dress. I couldn't find any small sizes in the vest so I skipped on it.

That was just an all-around bad idea on SJP's part. I don't agree that the outfit that won is suitable for all body types. I think it makes heavy people look heavier and smaller people look like they are wearing a tent.

You've confirmed what I had been thinking. There was a lot of volume to that dress...not a flattering silhlouette and it was quite short. It looked cute on the model though.

I agree. It didn't look bad on the model because she was tall and thin. You could see a lot of leg (thin leg at that) to know that she was a thin girl wearing a full garment. I'm pretty thin, but I put that dress up to me and it hit me at about just below the knee. There was just no way. I didn't care for the big bow either.

I love the show and hate to be a downer on designs because I myself am a designer (not fashion, but almost was way back in the day). I know designing on this show is difficult because it's so rushed. I commented on yesterday's show when they finally brought out the models on day two that it made everything much harder. I design multimedia and that would have been like one of my clients asking me to design an interface but not tell me what dimensions they want. I know these things make the show entertaining though :-)

Yeah, it did look cute on the model and that was key. But I'm also thinking it could look decent on those of us who are kinda thin but not tight in the middle (no washboard). That is, it might give you the illusion of a waist in there even if you got a wee bit of flab.

On another topic, the 80s retro problem. I am glad Carmen is out because it seemed every item she worked on (and here a collaboration) had an 80s vibe to it. The shoulders on garment 1, this outfit, that "members only" jacket. I can't think of anything not 80s.

I thought so too Lisa.

One outfit Carmen had been wearing...I'm assuming was one of her own designs...was a grey top with these puffed layered strips...err...on the shoulders. It was very reminisent of the 80's big shoulder pads...and with her hair slicked to the sides and spiked high up top and big earrings...kinda dated looking. Only thing I can say in her defense is that Christian was resonsible for, took full credit for and defended that awful 80's/futuristic (whichever) jacket in ep 2....but then again...she didn't discourage him on it either.

I really liked her though...personality wise...she always (well almost anyway) had a smile on her face. I wish she would have lasted at least a few weeks longer.

Thanks Andy!!!!

I said it before, and I'll say it again, "WHAT A BUNCH OF WEIRDOS!" Christian is an out and out freak with the hair, going 'gaga' over Sarah JP, then totally ignoring other people's critique of his work! Talk about delusional! The other designer's crying is also so off-putting! What is wrong with these people? They cry when they meet someone, they cry when a question is asked of them about another designer, and they cry when they find out how much work they have to do! Where's the network psychiatrist? I hope someone is off-camera to help these losers! lol! That was rude and I'm sorry; NOT!!

Victorya is good, but she isn't going to make it in my opinion! She showed about as much emotion as her dress form! There was no reaction to anything; being called on to talk about her vision or when they said she won the last challenge! I'd have more expression if someone threw a gum-wrapper on the ground! Maybe she's on medication! She just seemed dead on that runway during the judging! It's a little hard to keep up with all the players since I don't watch this season over and over again like previous seasons! These people are so bizarre, it's hard to get into it like I have in the past! The same thing happened when TRE was kicked off TC3! I lost a lot of the passion I had for the show! I can watch S1 or S2 over and over again; no problem! IT's a bit hard to watch previous seasons of PR since that judging is far from consistant! How did Jeff, Santino, or Wendy even make fashion week! They threw up something on the catwalk more than twice and survived! HOW???? Enough of my rant!

Thanks Brillke!!!!

QUOTE(kint @ November 25, 2007 - 02:33 PM) I think the Christian team should've been out - that 80s dress was awful. The problem is, this was his vision - the dress turned out just as he intended it, and it was awful. Marion had a better vision, but failed in the choice of materials and execution, and at least he was aware of the shortcomings. Christian actually thought he had a good dress. btw, Sarah Jessica is great.. I think they should have her back as a guest judge.
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Oh the outfit wasn't that bad! The problem was who it was intended! Only boney women could get away with wearing that! The everyday woman would look like Margaret Dumont in that thing! I guess I need to look again to see what the deal was with the length of the dress! I've seen shorter; remember Vincent's Blk/Wht dress "overpumped" by a backup model! lol!!

JSP will always be "Miss SquarePegs!" Boy am I showing my age! Never really been a big fan! I never really watch SITCity, but from what I heard from 'sister critique,' she was described as a "horse-faced, potty mouth! I guess she really cusses up a storm on the show! Love Mr Big though; goes back to old Law & Order days before he became MR BIGG (and not in a good way)! Must be playing the same role at home, playing a cop eating donuts all day! lol!!
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I see Christian in the lite cast by Santino! He is a bit delusional and really needs to start listening to the critique and learn from it! I like the last dress; it was so retro, but only boney women would be able to get away wearing! I said on another string that the everyday woman would look like Margaret Dumont! That takes me back a hundred years to Marx Bro's fame!

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Im all verklempt,talk amongst yourselves.

I liked this episode because it showed the producer's potential to keep this show interesting and the star-power fashion is capable of drawing.

I was dissapointed in the designers because i felt it reflected a general failure to follow directions~ I heard very clearly what SJP said and the specifications she was asking for and most of what i saw completely missed the mark. An inability to communicate will destroy the success of the most creative designer. SJP asked for a look that fitted into a budget. I have a hard time believing that a designer hasn't explored variations in price in fabrics NOT in their studies alone, but in their own spare time. how can you have your finger on the pulse of american fashion if you don't know how to SHOP AT A FABRIC STORE? even on a first visit, even fairly breifly, those eyes should know that store better than theirown closet before they leave! If I was going on that show~ I would take a field trip to NYC JUST to tour M'ood. I mean, they had dociers!!! They saw sketches of what all the fabrics and cuts and pieces in the line looked like!! SHE PRACTICALLY HANDED IT TO THE DESIGNERS and I think they all payed short of adequate attention

Poor Sweet P that mustve REALLY sucked.

Cheers to Victoria~ but your model sold it. it wasn't THAT interesting. In the same way an painter's smock in Paris is.

So glad to see Oliver Twist go home. yikes.

So maybe I wasn't too far off when I compared her to Prince. LOL

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In Jay's Elle blog, he decribes Carmen as wearing croissants on her shoulders. When I look at her sleeves now, I get hungry!

Well, I'm a little late chiming in here, but just caught up on the last two eps so here goes.....

I love the team challenges, although this one is really just seeing how the non-chosen ones handle the assistant role (revealing in its own way, really). The most interesting pair-up, of course, was the "Sweet Pea/Elise designer train-wreck that might have been." Surprise, surprise! They actually worked together quite well, with good communication and Elise being much less defensive of her "unorthodox" (read: quirky, unschooled, imprecise, unsanitary, insert-your-own-adjective here) ways than I would have expected her to be. Their garment actually turned out pretty presentable, too!

Rami and Jillian: great look - loved the monochrome presentation with just the right amount of textural interest with the belt and rolled sleeves - I thought it fit well into the line, even if the WOW factor wasn't there - but what was up with that headband??? Actually, I think the problem was less the headband and more the calcified lava flow look of the mountain of hair behind it. Not the first time that I've thought that it is a mistake to leave the styling of their model up to the designers.

Ricky and Jack: I thought this was a cute dress, great color and drape, that would have been even better with the set-in belt that was in the sketch - probably a time management issue. That black thing they stuck on it just screamed Target bargain-bin and was too shiny, too braided, too wrong.

Marion and Steve: Well, duh. Nice idea, bad fabric choice. That open weave and obvious heft of the material should have clearly made it a no-go for the design. Mis-calculation all around (I liked the color, though - maybe Heidi has some kind of dirt phobia).

Not much excitement here, and I'm starting to get bored of these designers already - don't see a lot of real vision from many of them, but they sure are fun to watch (thank you, Bravo editors - but just one tiny request: could the runway segment of the show be just a bit longer?? It feels like we get almost no chance to really look at the garments with 16 camera angles and exactly 4 seconds of screen time for each model's walk).

I hate the team challenges. It is like anyone who is not a team leader is exempt from being eliminated and that is not fair. Obviously if someone's design was chosen they are talented in "designing". The team itself failed to execute the design competently if it doesn't work out. But the team leader is always eliminated. Why is that? The team is to blame as a unit, not one person.

I did not mind the concept of the Pocahontas outfit. It was the choice of materials that bothered me and I would have prefered a more gray material rather than that brown color. I really didn't see much difference between that outfit (conceptually) compared to the winning outfit - they were both very "sack-like" except I'd be more likely to wear the Pocahontas outfit. I'd NEVER wear that dress and I also agree with others who mentioned that it is NOT flattering on "every" woman.

The worst outfit was by far the 80's outfit, though. I didn't really like the design - how is that flattering on anyone not skinny? - and I'm really surprised it was chosen by SJP as one of the "winning" designs.

I did like it, however, when SJP was the ONLY judge to be sympathetic towards the designers. The other three were shown as heartless vultures quite clearly there. SJP also demonstrated a knowledge for fashion - she knows what she likes - without being harsh. It was refreshing. I think Heidi and Nina need to learn some tact. Michael is a little tough but he isn't harsh like Heidi and Nina can be. When Sweet P's (horribly collared) shirt was a mess he asked what had happened. He didn't assume the worst... he wanted to know details. That speaks highly to his character.

I don't think Nina and Heidi have "character", haha! They are superificial bone racks looking to sell their souls for a few clothes, some money and a bit of fame. Oh, make-up, too. And shoes? Again, though, only my perceptions from what I have seen. To her credit, though, I feel Nina is a bit more "real" on TV than Heidi and I do sense that she isn't always comfortable on-screen. Heidi sometimes seems fake to me. She shouldn't do acting. Again - my perceptions.

I actually liked the Pocahontas design. I can see where he was going with it even though Heidi couldn't for some reason. I think if the designer had made some adjustments to the top to fit better around the neck/shoulders, and the arms then it would be a really unique look. I can see alot of hippy type women wearing it out. I can also see alot of middle age/older yoga-tofu-nature-loving women wearing it. I thought he did think about it more because it is wearable for the "everyday woman" unlike the 80s dress and space jacket.

I hate to admit this, but back in the 80's I had a Pocahontas outfit just like the 'newly designed' one. It was basically a potato sack slit at two seams, add belt, leggings and voila! It was awful then and awful now. But, there was something kinda cool about that ole 'toe sack'...

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I Predicted Marion Would Be Next...

Hello again everyone!
I'm anxious to purge myself of all of the feelings and opinions I have after watching episode 2 of Project Runway 4. The importance of balancing this type of free-speaking stream of observation should be obvious when I say, 'Sarah Jessica Parker makes my penis invert!'

I don't get it! She was hot in Square Pegs, after that, her career is like the story of "The Emperor's New Clothes." She's nice enough, but she's not Carol Burnett or Lucille Ball. I was never a huge Sex and the City fan, and I watched plenty of episodes. Some were funny, some not, but in total, nothing spectacular-- except for the fashion. Kim Catrall is hot and has the comedic timing worthy of all the fanfare about the show. Maybe Kim was busy, so they had to settle for SJP instead? Really, I doubt it; no one even talks about Kim. It's all about SJP!

Now, by no means do I hate her, I just don't get what's so special? Is she supposed to replace Barbara Streisand in the hearts of people who like Barbara Streisand? (Another actress/fashion icon who makes my penis invert.) That "Funny Face" type that's quirky and that "everywoman" can identify with? Yeah... I still don't get it. In most conversations, I wouldn't even discuss such a trivial topic. More importantly, I know some people, by me bringing up my feelings on SJP, would be driven into a flaming spectacle of biblical proportions. Not unlike talking politics or religion at the dinner table. Listen, I just had to get this off my chest before I could go any further. I like Matthew Broderick, her husband. Whatever, I digress... Well, almost digressed. Did you see when Tim Gunn introduces SJP? Tim acted like The Virgin Mary was going to walk through the workroom door! Give me a f-ing break! Fashion Icon? What, what, what?

YAWN! You know, it's not Sarah Jessica Parker, but Carrie Bradshaw that all these fags are flipping out and crying about. As well as SJP's style? It's Patricia Field's style that you are all coveting. Pat Field could make you look like that too! Have Pat Field on as a guest judge, wait... they already did. Have Pat Field compete on Project Runway , yeah, that would make sense to me. That's what I want to see!

Patricia Field has sick style for days and is the real "FASHION ICON"!

Moving on, oh, last Thursday, Andrae Gonzalo and myself were on Fox's Reality Remix Show. We were apart of a round table discussion that touched on the new season and other little Runway tidbits that you will all find quite amusing. I also predicted who would be off this episode. I had a blast, and Kennedy and Erin were so lovely and witty. I can't wait to do it again.

Continuing on... Pass the tissues! What is everybody already crying about? Better yet, where's the tissue sponsor? Somebody's missing out on a huge, moneymaking opportunity here! Oh Ricky! Ricky, Ricky, Ricky... You're next to go aren't you? You can't hack it, can you? The producers get you in that little room and you just break-the-[expletive deleted]-down. Listen, listen to me Ricky! Get a hold of yourself! You've got the hottest model on the show this season! Don't [expletive deleted] this up! Lose the trucker cap! Trucker caps are no longer ironic or cool. Actually, lose most of your hats. That screen-door mesh hat that you debut this episode is soooo bad, man! Lose it! And Ricky, I love hats. Take it from me bro, if it doesn't say Borsalino inside, don't buy it. Also, purchasing hats from sex shops isn't always a good idea either. If you want that tough "leather daddy" look, start at a real hat maker or military supply store.

I've just realized that I've got a lot to cover and I'm already over it this morning. This show is supposed to inspire me. I end up having to watch each episode 4 times; and honestly, it's killing me.

Sarah Jessica Parker's dirty little secret, BITTEN. Just what the world needs now, right? Let me breakdown some facts about the world of "affordably priced" mass-produced shitwear. "Fashion shouldn't be a luxury & quality shouldn't be a privilege." Tell that to the kids in Cambodia! The ones who sew this crap! Clothing that retails for $40 is sewn in third-world countries by people who make on average of a dollar for a day's work (if their lucky). These places aren't necessarily "sweatshops" but they're not the game room at Chuck-E-Cheese either. And, regardless of news stories, reporting that manufacturers are cracking down on these contractors who sub-contract out work to "official [expletive deleted]-hole sweatshops," slave wages still exist and will, likely, forever exist. If you have any real concerns about where your clothes come from, just know the facts. Understand how substandard, $40 pieces of [expletive deleted] are produced. Bitten is masquerading as "High-end American Sportswear": it's lame, it's not made in America, and you get what you pay for. Why anyone would want to win this challenge, I'm not sure...

Personally, I don't have a problem with the sadness and unfairness of the world. It sucks. Sweatshops suck. I can only do my part in making the people's lives who touch my designs, better and rewarding. I can only influence so much in this world, at this stage of my life. I really don't care if SJP's line is made by children in India. I really can't focus on that. I have a commitment to creating beauty in the world. My idea of luxury really has nothing to do with price, and has more to do with creating specialized, custom garments for special women. If the product you're creating in the world is a cheap, mediocre one, then why are you making it? Why add to the junk pile? The World most definitely needs to change their perspective on this issue. Americans, also really need to get over their "All You Can Eat" mentality of consuming bad fashion. It's laughable, as well, that all this is forgiven as soon as you mention that you're doing a service to plus-sized "everyday" women. It's all [expletive deleted]. There are options out there for all body types. Stop being lazy and start purchasing real quality garments from designers and brands that have either a position of social responsibility or a superior creative vision. I also believe that Americans, at this time, should keep their money in America as much as possible.

Whoa...I love how I just can keep typing and you keep reading. I'm kidding...It's difficult to just touch on this issue without fully explaining my position. Santino, this blog is where you talk about Project Runway. Yeah, yeah, gotcha!

On to lighter topics: Whose fashion eye do you trust the most? Heidi, Nina, Michael Kors, or Sarah Jessica Parker's ? Are these my only options? Nina was last in the poll at .09%--that [expletive deleted] is so funny! (little Santino is still inverted) Who do you think I would pick in the lineup? Well, out of the choices on this poll, I would trust Michael Kors' eye the most. Not really surprising, but maybe it is... SJP is probably only slightly higher than Debra Messing's eye. Luckily, my left eye alone is more trustworthy over all 8 eyes that America got to choose from.

O.K. where are we? What planet are we on? Episode 2, "The Dumb it Down Challenge," SJP, Bitten, $15 budget, it's a team challenge! I'll break down each team, starting with my favorites.

Elisa and Sweet P-- What a hot team! So hilarious to watch these two work together. Sweet P's as patient as a saint, and it's revealed that she's a good Catholic girl. Making the sign of the cross when "team captain" Elisa's Voodoo, spit-marking methods scare her--cracked-me-the-[expletive deleted]-up. I love that the world got to see just how considerate and compassionate Sweet P really is. She didn't freak out on Elisa, she stayed calm and slowly massaged the "polymorphic" partnership to a near-win. The finished look was really sophisticated and had an Ossie Clark feel to it. Way too cool for SJP and the world of mass-produced [expletive deleted]. Elisa is so amazing too. She really is the real deal, a beautiful mind cut from a different cloth. "I'm coming to your planet, but with gifts." Yes you are! Elisa, you're the gift to season 4! You can imbibe whatever you need into the fabric, sister! 1900's, rolled-hand, cuckoo, casting stitch, saliva... whatever! Your methods aren't ridiculous, they're radical! Radical beauty scares people! You two made this episode the only reasons worth watching. Thank you! Both of you are good souls and you managed to find a happy median between Earth and Jupiter. You're the unofficial winners of this challenge. Way to go!

Christian and Carmen--I love Christian's confidence. I hope that he rubs that sector of America the wrong way! The guy is talented. You can see that he's skilled in every facet of design. SJP picked him as a team leader from liking his concept and illustrations. Yes, he's young but he's got "IT". Christian was born with "IT". Tim Gunn is not always right, and I loved how Christian never waivers on his position. Too 80's or not, Robert Palmer be damned; I liked the dress and the jacket. Maybe if the dress were black, it would have made the overall look stronger. However, I liked the vibrant blue. Regardless, that the look was very Thierry Mugler, or even Gaultier, it was really well executed. Kudos to Christian for checking the peanut gallery to interject that he really only cared to hear what SJP thought about his design. Way to walk the dog! You tell them boy genius! Carmen is falling into her role as the crazy, sexy, Black chic of this season. She gives me way more crazy than Elisa, which is pretty tough, but she does. "Carmen, as in crazy. Webber, as in Wacko. Desperate, as in desperate." Carmen might be next to go, or on episode 4.

Rami and Jillian-- It seemed that these two worked together really well and without any drama. Surprising because they kept showing previews of some real difference of opinion between the two of them, but I guess that may happen in future episodes. Their look was cute, crisp, and chic. Nothing to write home about, but their look wasn't the worst piece of [expletive deleted] on the runway. That would be reserved for no other than the team of...

Marion and Steven--Wow...what a piece of [expletive deleted]! I predicted that Marion would be next, but I could have never guessed it would be like this. What I think is that Bravo had auditions for a now scrapped reality show called "Top Florist", and Marion was supposed to have been its star. Unfortunately, it never happened, and the Bravo executives encouraged Marion to try and fake his way through Season 4 of Project Runway. (note to everyone: Never trust a Bravo executive.) Poor Steven, I felt bad for him especially on the runway when Heidi said, "Are you saying both of you should go?" and Steven replied, "I don't like the idea of that, No." Steven's got a great look and he reminds me of Crispin Glover. I hope he does well this season. The look was almost Max Mara, but the kiss of death was when you removed the belt. (note: Never start taking apart your look on the runway, EVER!) Peace out, Marion!

Ricky and Jack-- Great color, and, like I mentioned before, Ricky has the best model this season. Why Ricky is constantly crying is confusing, but maybe he's just drowning slowly? The only event of note during this team's collaboration was when Ricky showed Jack who was the bossier bottom, by reiterating, "7/8th not 1 inch!" O.K. chill dude...

Kit and Chris--This very Parisian look was really simple and chic. It looked like it could have been a fully-fashioned knit piece, but I know it wasn't. It looked great and I love black and brown together. Great job guys. Kit is so Emo, she's going to have a huge fan club before this season is over. "I cut myself for you, Kit Pistol!"

Victorya and Kevin-- I will repeat my sentiment that I don't know if being the winner of this challenge is such a good thing? I like Victorya's design and the color palette. I love how Kevin left SJP hanging after pitching his idea! The two seemed to work great together. Maybe Victorya and Kevin will also have the opportunity to oversee and Q.C. the production of their look in Sri Lanka? Make sure to check out the subcontractor's location that sews in the buttonholes into your vests! You might think it's a daycare center, but those kids can sew their asses off when they're hungry! I'm sure it will be an eye-opening experience.

Heidi Klum was sure in full form this episode, wasn't she? The "Out-of-the-basement, dirty, bla, bla, homeless Indian" comment she made about Marion and Steven's poncho was pretty harsh (and this is coming from me). Also, her line of questioning for my girl, Elisa, was a little awkward as well. " What planet are you from?" just didn't come out right. I look forward to next week, I'm sure there will be many more glowing critiques of the remaining designers' work.

My favorite line that was uttered this episode came from, none other than, the mouth of the honorable Sarah Jessica Parker when she describes one look by saying, "…it's just more severe in person." I found that so funny, and so true...

Hey, thanks for reading my take on episode 2. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! See you next week for more of my P.O.V. on this season and life in general, right here on Elle!

Much Love, SANTINO

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from Elle magazine location of "I-thought-he-wanted-to-kill-me" Nina!
Maybe she meant the 'little' death..

Note, we're just gonna have to share him because I KNOW you ain't letting go and neither am I so, rather than end up tearing the dude apart, you take him Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

That's exactly how I like 'em... hot, smart, articulate, and highly opinionated. Plus I KNOW we certainly won't make his d*ck invert, what with our LOTRish charm. PLUS I'm a Catholic too.

Hi, Santino (if you're reading). Yes I'm happily engaged but you should know you take an active role in my dream life.

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Hey Note? Is this taken from a Bravo blog? If so... where? PLEASE.

Well DAMMIT NOW you tell me?

Fark! I'll go up and edit.

No one is using this thread and so I'm going to post episode 8 recap of Project Runway Canada for all the people who wanted a Plus Size challenge done tastefully and wondered how it could be done.


Episode 8: Splash From the Past
Ah, the sight of Iman emerging onto the runway makes my little heart flutter. She brings out the models, who are wearing period costumes – "seven iconic fashion moments." Lucian comments that, "It was like being in a Kafka novel." Oh, Eastern Europeans. Iman explains that as the designers choose their models, they have to design a piece based on the clothing the model is wearing. So, choose either your favourite model or your favourite fashion moment.


Biddell, who won the last challenge, chooses Ashley, even though she's wearing a kimono and he'd rather do punk. Shernett chooses Jaclyn the flapper, Lucian chooses Chanel the gypsy and Kendra chooses Drea, who is dressed as Marie Antoinette. MG chooses Amanda the punk and Stephen has to choose between Renée (dressed in Grecian clothes) and Jessica (in a sparkly evening gown). He goes with Renée.


Iman drops the bomb (there's always a bomb) – the designers will be creating swimwear inspired by the period costumes. In the workroom, Brian drops another bomb (there's always another bomb) – the designers will be making two swimsuits. One suit will be for the model the designer has chosen, and one will be for a plus size model.


Kendra comments that this will be difficult, mostly because they're not used to plus sizes. The plus size models are randomly distributed. The designers take 30 minutes to sketch and measure their new models. The designers have 75 minutes for shopping and $75 for materials. They rush to the Lycra section. Biddell says he'll be "sleeping" through this challenge – he has immunity.


Lucian comments on Biddell's win. "It's great to win, I've done it." He's a bit conceited, huh? Kendra says Biddell acts like this is the Biddell Show. True. She also comments that people are being crazy – this show is an emotional roller coaster because all the contestants are artists. We see that Kendra's design is animal print even though her period is Marie Antoinette.


Biddell decides that he's going to have a few naps. MG is doing British punk, which she's really excited about, because she lived in the UK. The designers council Lucian not to use nude colours because it looks like "a coochie hanging out." Yeah, that's not attractive. Stephen tries on Lucian's bathing suit and makes a comment unsuitable for print. I'm not going to lie, I feel a little funny inside. I don't want to talk about it.


Everyone's freaking out and Biddell is taking a nap in between trash talking Lucian. Brian comes in to consult with Shernett and her suit leaves a little to be desired (the bum is too saggy). Brian gives Shernett a pep talk about feminine beauty, which is a little strange since Shernett is a female. What a wonderful mustached man. I love him. He gives Biddell a talking to about his crappy flutter butt bathing suit and tells him to get on it.


The next day at the workspace, everyone is working diligently (except Biddell). Stephen asks Lucian how things are going. "Can you see nipple?" "Of course," Lucian says, "That's what fashion is about – nipples and boobies and asses." Lucian isn't passionate about his design, though. A change from his usual smug demeanor.


Biddell and Lucian's feud is getting worse – I think Biddell is PMSing. He relentlessly picks on Lucian. Lucian calls the difference between him and Biddell couture versus slutwear. Biddell doesn't understand why everyone is picking on him and the world is against him. Sounds like PMS to me.


The next morning, the models come in for fittings. Shernett says she's looking forward to being safe this challenge. Stephen comments that he's the Susan Lucci of PRC, having never won a challenge. Hair and makeup is cute as a boot. Aren't Eric and Eddie sweethearts? Yes. The designers do last-minute touchups. Shernett's stuff is dreadful. I'm sorry, but what was she thinking?


We become reacquainted with the judges, along with guest judge Tu Ly, creative director of Saks Fifth Avenue.


Stephen comments on his design – he used a bunch of white fabric to cover his model and called it a "slimming effect." I wonder if throwing a burlap sack over my stomach would create a slimming effect. No matter. Evan's stuff is boring, but that was to be expected what with all the napping.


Stephen and Biddell are allowed to leave the runway. Backstage, Stephen tells Biddell he's been "an obnoxious jerk." Biddell isn't too accepting of that criticism.


Lucian is left to explain his design, which all the judges aren't really fond of. Shernett tries to defend her horrible design by referring to Coco Chanel. Not a good move. MG talks about her awesome Union Jack bathing suits, which all the judges love. Kendra's suits incorporate corsets, but that's where the Marie Antoinette ends. The designers leave the runway.


The judges echo their previous sentiments. Lucian – boring, Kendra – boring, Shernett – disastrous and MG – cute. The designers come back in and MG wins, not surprisingly. Lucian is safe and it's down to Shernett and Kendra. Iman tells them she didn't like either design, so this was a difficult decision. Ouch. She tells Kendra that, "Marie Antoinette said, 'Let them eat cake,' but your design left me starving for more." Kendra is out, sadly. She gracefully leaves, as Biddell tells her, "The Biddell show won't be the same." It's a sad day for PRC.


Til next week!

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My wife love Project Runway. I watch it too because of Heidi...