Welcome to our first Project Runway dish sesh! In case you missed our big announcement on Friday, each week we will be posting a recap of the previous week’s episode and an interview with the eliminated designer for Lifetime Moms!
SPOILER ALERT…stop reading if you haven’t yet watched last week’s episode!
Ok, let’s get to it…Last week’s challenge involved a trip to Petland. The designers were asked to create runway ready looks from whatever they could find in Petland, with the warning that using materials that the judges deemed too conventional could hurt them.
Some heeded this warning and others did not. Episode one’s winner, Burt, took full advantage of his immunity and phoned in his simplistic LBD. Meanwhile, Bryce used a plethora of wee wee pads and didn’t do much to camouflage the fact that his material of choice was something for a dog to do his business on. Joshua C. created a belted halter and mini skirt from an umbrella and dog bedding among other things.
Some of the designers completely rose to the challenge and sent incredible looks down the runway. Anthony’s modern little birdseed mini dress was totally something I could see a starlet rockin’! Olivier’s ombre skirt created from hamster bedding was simply divine. And while it’s true that Joshua C. also used pet bedding and was taken to task for it, his performance in episode one seemed to seal his fate.
In the end, Olivier walked away with the prize and Joshua C. was sent home. His use of what the judges’ thought were too conventional materials in too traditional shapes was his downfall.
I had a chance to chat with Joshua Christensen last week and I must say, he’s a total doll! When asked whether he felt like he was singled out regarding the use of conventional materials, he said he did indeed feel like there were other people who also used conventional materials. He interpreted the challenge as using any material that could be found in the store. He believes that his performance in the first challenge is what painted a target on him.
Now that his time on Project Runway has come to an end, I wanted to know how he felt about the remaining designers. I asked him who he thought could go all the way… “One of the strongest voices is Joshua M. He has a unique point of view and he’s such a fun, explosive character,” said Joshua.
When I questioned whether he felt like the looks he presented were an accurate reflection of his aesthetic, he responded by saying that he aims to create “innovative, but wearable pieces.” High fashion isn’t necessarily his focus, but instead his goal is to make real consumers feel comfortable in his creations. Luckily, Joshua’s fans won’t have to wait long to see more from him. He’s already hard at work on a new menswear collection!
Until next week lovelies…Be sure to leave any questions you would like answered by the next Project Runway eliminated designer in your comments. I just may ask yours!
Oh, and one last thing before I head out…Can we talk about how amazing Heidi looked? Violet is totally her color no?
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I was really disappointed with Burt. I know he had immunity, but I would have thought that would make him work even harder to earn it again. Loved the birdseed dress!!! That was my favorite. I’m enjoying the season so far!
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You are amazing! I cannot wait to continue reading your recaps and full interviews! PR is my favorite reality tv show. and as far as I’m concerned Heidi can do no wrong. she looks BEYOND in this color with those red lips. LOVE.
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thats such an amazing opportunity! I love this show, always thought to apply for it… haha
Heidis dress was really nice!
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Heidi does look amazing, but she rarely doesn’t!
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Bravo! eh hem. I mean…project of a LIFETIME. Great gig girls!
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The BonBon Rose Girls Reply:
August 17th, 2011 at 10:58 pm
@Leslie Joy Ickowitz, Thanks lady! : )
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Love the recap and Heidi does look unusually incredible in that color…I kind of wish she was wearing a more purple/rose based lipstick tho.
but that is TOTALLY nitpicking…she is obviously STUNNING in that dress!
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I can’t believe he made a dress out of birdseed! I need to tune in.
Why is her hair always in a bun during judging?
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OH my gosh! This is amazing girlfriend! And Heidi. Sigh. I love her
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Loved last weeks episode! The bird seed dress is amazing! The little time he made that in is amazing. Definitely talented. Can’t wait till this week’s episode!
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LOVE project runway! I was super impressed by the top two dresses – I think Olivier is one of my faves! Can’t wait for this week’s episode!
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I have a coworker that SWEARS that I need to start watching this show and after reading this I kind of feel like I should…
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Heidi looks absolutely stunning in that last pic! Love her dress….xo
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OH MY GOD! What an amazing feature you have here! I’m so jealous of your Project Runway hook-up! And yes, I swear Heidi just gets better and better with age!
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I thought they were too harsh on Josh. In my opinion, the wee wee pad dress was FAR worse!
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I’m actually surprised at the winner and wish Heidi’s fav (and mine), the birdseed dress, had won.
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The BonBon Rose Girls Reply:
August 8th, 2011 at 8:56 pm
It was my fave too!
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Okay, I’m still not caught up but I might be following PR just through you this season! I can’t seem to find time to sit down and watch! Anyway, that dress was made of BIRDSEED? Holy amazing-ness!
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I haven’t watched the show since it went to lifetime! I really need to start again
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i loved the bird seed and hamster bedding dresses.
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I LOVED Anthony and Olivers looks! They were SO amazing! I’m planning to post about them this week, haha…if I ever get time to prepare it XD Sooo busy
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/
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Yes – great post and YES – Heidi did look amazing!
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WOW…Petland rather than Mood fabrics? This was definitely a tall order and quite a challenge so early in the game! These poor designers never get much time to shop around as it is so I think they’ve done a great job! As for Heidi…ok if that dress was made from Petland Materials that would seriously make great convo but I highly doubt it
and yes, she looks smashing in violet!
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Oh wow Heidi in violet is a sight to see. I’ve never seen anyone looking so good in that shade.
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Wow I missed the announcement! So cool!! Rotfl at spoiler alert.LOL
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SPOILER?!? Lol, I’ve tried my best to avoid reading the post but yes, I have to say Violet really does look lovely on her
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Hi girls!
Ohh Heidi always look FAB ! As a (soon to be) fashion design student. I LOVE to see what the designers create and great article !!!
Hope everyone has a great summer !!! xoxo
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Ooo congratulations on your project runway coup girls
I dont watch it as its not shown on terrestrial tv but its a huge deal for your blog 
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I love it!!
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That birdseed dress was amazing!! I loved the collar and the way the bird seeds were arranged. And the dog bed top was nice too. I love Project Runway! I’m so glad you did this series, because when you started talking about it it made me remember to set my DVR!
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Thanks for the interview! It’s so cool to hear the contestants perspectives (and not from a TV point of view). What a fun challenge as well!
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Great gig, gals!! Excited that you’ll be blogging about this! Right now I’m loving Oliver and his designs (and ok, his quirky cool accent!!)
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The BonBon Rose Girls Reply:
August 9th, 2011 at 1:07 pm
He DOES have the cutest accent doesn’t her? : )
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Loved this challenge! And loved the purple dress. I thought it was gonna get 2nd place. Sigh.
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Heidi could wear a paper sack and look good. I love her and hate her at the same time!
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I totally think the birdseed dress was off the chain. You talk about a great imagination. I think he should have won the challenge. The dog bed fabric top tht won was.. just that.. fabric. The same thing that they ragged about the guy they kicked off the show for using. I agree with Heidi, it’s birdseed for me!
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omg,this is AMAZING!
Bravo!
big hugs
betty xx
p.s. i’m still on vacation!
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I’m certain every color is Heidi Klum’s color. I personally hated the wee wee pad dress the most…
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yay, so happy about this. thanks for sharing and heidi does look lovely!
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I loved the birdseed dress much more than that dog bed thing that Oliver made. The top just looked really ill-fitting. I don’t know what Nina like about it. I agree that the skirt was nice, but as a whole, I just didn’t get it. Heidi needs to be a little more vocal about her choice of winner. If she does that, we hopefully won’t have another Gretchen/Mondo fiasco!
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