Wednesday, February 01, 2012

News From Carol Hannah Whitfield

Project Runway Season 5 finalist, Carol Hannah Whitfield is featured on the cover of "Town" magazine this month.



A highlight: One of Carol Hannah's bridal gowns was featured in a spread in Martha Stewart Weddings magazine.


Click here for more.

Christian Siriano Spring/Summer Campaign Featuring Mena Suvari

Project Runway Season 4 champion, Christian Siriano presents this short film.



I love the music (by Brad Walsh) and the orange gown is especially divine!

What do you think?

Click here to see and to purchase Christian's designs.

Michael Costello Designs "Sock Dress" to Benefit "Autism Speaks" Charity

Project Runway All Star designer Michael Costello has teamed up with Toni Braxton, SheKnows.com and "Autism Speaks" to design a one-of-a-kind auction item.



This dress is created from socks signed and donated by celebrities. The dress will be modeled by Toni Braxton, photographed by Nigel Barker and auctioned off at a fashion event on February 10th.

Click here for more information.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Project Runway All Stars Episode 5, "Clothes Off Your Back" Guest Judge is Sean Avery



The former Vogue intern and New York Ranger will serve as guest judge this week!

There is Still Time...


There is still time to vote in our poll. Did you agree with the judges this week?



Click here to vote. Thanks BPRs!

Mondo Guerra to Judge Goodwill Fashion Event Feb. 8th in Denver



Click here to learn more about the "Good Exchange for Change Fashion Show and Clothing Swap" and to purchase tickets.

Project Runway Season 9 designers Fallene Wells and Julie Tierney will also be there.

Bid on "Good Taste" Auctions

Project Runway All Stars Episode 4 garments have been posted.



Right now Michael Costello's winning design has the highest bid.

Click here to see all of the auctions.

Good luck!

Monday, January 30, 2012

Project Runway All Stars Episode 5, "Clothes Off Your Back" Preview Video

The designers hit the streets of New York City and ask strangers for the clothes off their backs in order to create new outfits.

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Recapalooza!


Suzq mashes up PRAS and 24-Hour Catwalk...
Eric3000 chooses the original tart flavor...
Kara Janx is recapping for Hollywood Life...
Laura Bennett likes it cold and creamy...
Jordan Baker appears to be in a better mood...
Brian is not in a good mood on the other hand...
The Democracy Diva swears off gelato forever...
Second City Style notices the competitive competition...
Karen wonders where DVF had to get to...
Donna loves the dichotomy of April...
Dodi is not fond of sweeping hockey sweaters...
c(h)oco chanel didn't think this was such a good idea...
And Toyouke ends a little feisty.

Thank you recappers, see you next week!

Have a recap to share? E-mail the link to team BPR and join in on the fun!

Friday, January 27, 2012

BPR Interview with April Johnston

Project Runway All-Star Designer, April Johnston talks about her experience on the show.



Photo: Mangue Banzima for Qui Style Savannah Blog


Highlights: April is very busy preparing for her wedding and several of her designs will be featured on "Jane by Design," an ABC Family Network show.

Click below to listen to the podcast.

BPR Interview with April Johnston

Thank you April!

Emilio Sosa in Chicago

Project Runway season 7 finalist, Emilio Sosa was in Chicago recently and sat down with Second City Style to catch up.

Emilio Sosa and Carol Calacci


A highlight:

He went on to tell me that the first esosa Collection will debut during New York Fashion Week, on February 10th! (He invited Second City Style, so stay tuned.)

ES: It will be a presentation, with 2 hours of cocktails. I want it to be a big party. I remembered the first shows I ever attended… I like shows like Todd Oldham held … I want it to me like that – a cool cocktail party!


Click here for the full interview.

Poll - Episode 4 - Your Turn to Be the Judge

Photos: Top (l-r) Anthony, April, Austin, Jerrell, Kara,
Bottom (l-r) Kenley, Michael, Mila, Mondo, Rami

Photos courtesy of MyLifetime.com. Click to see a larger view.


You've seen the designs on the runway and now it's your turn to be the judges. This week you are Angela Lindvall, Georgina Chapman, Isaac Mizrahi and Diane von Furstenberg and Miranda Kerr.

Click here to tell us who should have won.

Click here to tell us who should have been out.

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Reactions To PRAS Episode 4


Project Runway All Stars had a sweet little challenge that tested the designers efficiency. What did you think of the results? Post your reactions to Episode 4 here.

Project Runway All Stars Party: Episode 4

Tonight On BPR


Here's the cast of characters judging tonight's episode of Project Runway All Stars. You can have your supermodel triumvirate there on the right, it's Diane von Furstenberg that shines in this group. It's a speedy swimwear challenge, hearkening back to Season 1 where Austin Scarlett found the winners circle.

Nancy T from Blogging America's Best Dance Crew is filling in for Tbone tonight in our weekly live PRAS party room. Suzq will join in the fun as well and of course we want to see you too. Doors open at 8:45 p.m. Join us tonight on BPR!

Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 3

Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com
Our polls for Episode 3 are closed. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Rami Kashou deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You agreed with the judges and felt that Gordana should have been out. Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 4 poll.