Let me start off by saying that as of this far in the season, I found all the designers to be rather talented, while the judges were way too nice, especially in comparison to last season. Even if I may not be ohsomadlyinlove with that many looks, I can appreciate the design elements and personal style. That being said, last week we saw a ridiculous amount of black on the runway, but this episode it will be red making its strut. Alright Tim, let’s see what you have in store for us this week.
Challenge: Create an evening gown for a real woman (aka not your pin thin model) who has been impacted by heart disease for a gala during NY Fashion Week. Since the challenge is being sponsored by Campbell’s, they are to find a way to represent the brand in their predominantly red design. I can see the soup cans coming down the aisle now. Red satin soup cans. Yikes… Despite the soupy challenge, the lucky winner gets a limited production of their dress sold online and gets to accompany their “model” to the event during Fashion Week. Maybe not as valuable as immunity, but equally as motivating.
During the workroom, I have to say I am pretty impressed. However, the camera is giving the same designers all the attention. Oh well. Let’s see what’s going on. The heart shaped draping of Maya’s dress looks beautiful. I’m loving her sketches. Anna is tracing the Campbell’s logo onto fabric. In pen. Curious to see where this ends up. Shoot over to Seth Aaron who is getting lots of camera time because his model wants Grecian draping, while that is SO not Seth Aaron. I’m not a huge fan of his, particularly because he reminds of Rudy Cooper, the serial killer on Season One of Dexter. Don’t you agree? Can’t shake that image out of my head. I’m noticing the abundance of designers wearing their measuring tape around their necks. Definitely not looking good for the designs if THAT is what I’m noticing. Uh oh.
Our guest judge this week is Georgina Chapman, ala Marchesa. Good choice.
As Heidi says, let’s start the show…
Jonathan: LOVE. Literally the first word that comes to mind. The ruffles and waist accentuation are perfect and I like that his dress isn’t fire engine red. I also love his hipster glasses. Adorable.
Emilio: Simple, unflattering, forgettable. Christopher Straub syndrome? Aka win-the-first-challenge-and-despite-producing -decent-looks-can’t-seem-to-get-back-on-top? (On a side note, I’m a hugeee Christopher fan, so I’ll give Emilio another shot.)
Maya: The pretty heart kind of now looks like a toga-curtainy thing. While it’s pretty, it’s a little disappointing from the awesome sweetheart dress she was sketching. I like her Campbell’s purse though!
Anthony: This vest looks like armor. Red fabric armor. Ew.
Amy: Super pretty. She continues to do well and has some personality to back it up.
Jesus: RHINESTONES? Really? On Project Runway? On second thought, when are rhinestones ever a good thing?
Anna: SOOO disappointed in this one. I usually love her looks but this one is so ridiculously unflattering to her model. And where is the highly anticipated tracing?!? (Note: I later discovered the tracing is subtly on the belt.)
Jay: The dress is okay, but the woman can’t walk in it. That says it all.
Jesse: My soft spot for Jesse is coming through. It must be the comb-over. I like the dress, and the IDEA of the jacket, even if it’s boxy.
Ben: JLo! Blake Lively! Right up their alley with the sky-high slit. The belt is Wonder Woman; the open back is gorgeous.
Mila: She wanted the Campbell’s stars on the dress but all I can think of is Macy’s. Unless her model is in some U.S.A. pageant, that is the only time I can ever see this (possibly) being worn.
Janeane: Pretty ruffle trim. Campbell flower detailing is cute. Slightly forgettable.
Seth Aaron: So far from Grecian and way more him. Glad he stuck to his guts on this one.
Overall, I was not as impressed as I thought I’d be. Onto the results…
My faves? Jonathan, Amy, Ben
Least faves? Jesus, Anna, Mila
Did the judges agree? Sort of…
Top 3: Maya, Amy, Mila (Really? Mila? Good thing this was NOT the winning design.)
Amy rightfully deserved to win. I think she’s going to Fashion Week, regardless of this week’s prize.
Bottom 3: Anna, Jesus, Jesse
Jesus, the rhinestones did you in. Sorry buddy. Hope you have fun bedazzling in your future.
Until next week…
“We live not according to reason, but according to fashion.”
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