Episode 12 Preview

Episode 11 Online - "The Best of the Best"

Don't forget that you can watch Project Runway Episode 11 Online by clicking here at myLifetime.com or On Demand with your cable provider.

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Runway Rundown - Episode 11

A Note From Althea Harper

Dear BPR,

I wanted to apologize for my behavior last night (well over a year ago but debuted last night.) I was acting like a "mean girl" and it was painful to watch. I am embarrassed because I always prided myself in being an upfront person and a kind person, however last night I was neither of the two. I was under slept and over tired, and unfortunately I let it get the best of me. Looking back, I was clearly not upset about Logan having a similar collar to mine (jeez...I really should have let it go...) I was just looking for something to vent about. It was an awkward situation to be in, around people you are competing against 24/7 and having no contact with those outside the show, and I think that led to things that were said that I normally wouldn't. Bottom line, I handled the situation very poorly and no excuses can change that.

I admire Logan so much for the way that he carried himself through out competition and I am so excited to see what he does in the future. Carol Hannah is very talented, and again someone who manages to escape the nastiness of the competition and stay sweet. I think of them both as great friends (CH is my roommate!) and I hope they still feel the same about me:)

Thanks for reading this!!

Altheaxx

From The Mailbox

According to People.com, Cindy Crawford will be next week's guest judge.

Althea Harper will be in Columbus Ohio to judge the "Highball Halloween" costume contest. Click here for more info and for a new interview with Althea. Thanks Cliff.

Check out this new interview with Nick Verreos. A highlight: Which designer from Season 6 would you want to design for you?
Logan. It’s funny that I had a hand in taking him out, yet I’d choose him. I see him and want to look like him ... OK, I know I can’t look like him, but I want the look of his skinny jeans and accessories.

Congratulations, Althea

Collaborating with your model/muse Tanisha produced your first win in the "What a Woman Wants" challenge and you had to have been inspired to know that once again she was going to work your look this week. You keyed in on the paper bag waistline while playing with proportions in the trouser and over-sized sweater keeping the tank form-fitting. Heidi Klum lusted after those pants and called them genius while Nick Verreos said that they were impeccable. Nina Garcia remarked that the ensemble was comfortable and noted that your model clearly loved wearing it. Kerry Washington focused on the sweater and said that it was "just gorgeous." Everyone wanted this and that is the best compliment of all. Touché, Althea!

This post is only for positive words for Althea Harper. If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

BPR Love for Logan Neitzel

There are times when just appearing on Project Runway can be equated with winning. Malan Breton and Emmett McCarthy come to mind as having had career boosts for having appeared on the show. We get a chance to meet a designer and to see his/her point of view and to know that there is an audience for their fashion. In this case you demonstrated that your aesthetic is that of edgy street or rocker fashion. You found a collaborator in Epperson, your fellow contestant this season and together you showed a collection during Fashion Week for Spring 2010 after having met during Season 6. You didn't bring the drama (unless you count distracting Carol Hannah) and the models clearly liked you. Week after week you created fashion that stayed true to your style and to that of your future clients. Embrace this fast lane to success and we'll be following you all along the way, Logan!

This post is only for positive words for Logan Neitzel. If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

Poll - Episode 11 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos: Althea, Carol Hannah, Christopher and Gordana Irina and Logan
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com. Click for 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 Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, beloved Season 2 designer Nick Verreos and Kerry Washington.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have won the challenge.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have been auf'd.

Reactions To Episode 11

And then there were five. Season 6 is quickly drawing to a close, do we have the right designers left? Post your reactions to Epuisode 11 here.

Episode 11 Party!

Six sleepy looking designers competing for a spot in the final three. Who will be sent auf next? Welcome one and all to the BPR party room. In the comments section below you can join Runway fans from across the land as we watch Episode 11 "The Best of the Best" together. What World Series? It's BPR party time!

BPR Live Play-By-Play: Episode 11

Amanda's Take - Episode Ten

Project Runway Season Three model, Amanda Fields returns with her take on this season's models. Thanks Amanda!

I love challenges like this where you get to see what the designers do with an amazing inspiration - a fabulous location! It's down to 7 designers and models.. it's starting to get really serious now and this is where is gets GOOD!

I thought the best model this week was Kalyn. Irina's Aspen look was incredible already and it just shined on Kalyn! She has the special quality of making an entrance you can't ignore. Whenever she is on screen my eyes go to her first. I love how the judging team was all together again. Thank goodness.. it feels right this way! Milla Jovovich was a very insightful judge and how sweet was she tearing up when Nicholas left?

Click here to continue.

The Gratz Report: Episode 11

Project Runway's chief swami Alan Gratz checks in a little late this week but his predictions for Episode 11 are well worth the wait! He wouldn't dare pick Logan for the auf again, would he? Don't miss his weekly gaze into the crystal ball as well as his recap from last week. He also thinks he may have a spoiler photo to share. What do you think?

Tim Gunn on Jimmy Fallon

Tonight On BPR

"The Workroom Becomes a War Room"! "Trust Is Broken"! "Friendships Are Over", and "Accusations Fly"! We'll just see about that now, won't we? As Meana Irina and crew take the stage for Episode 11, BPR will be all over it:

• The BPR party room opens at 9:30 p.m. with its usual cast of characters. All are welcome to snark along with us as we watch together.
• Episode 11 play-by-play begins at 10:00 p.m. Tbone is on the bench tonight and will be replaced by Nancy T, the queen of BABDC. Joining her will be the fabulously witty suzq who has triumphantly returned from across the pond.
• After the show, tell us what you really think in our weekly reactions thread.

It's getting down to the wire! Join us tonight for all of the drama and design.

Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 10

Our polls for Episode 10 are closed. You agreed with the judges and felt that Irina Shabayeva deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Christopher should have been the 'auf.' Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 11 poll.

Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com

Season Seven News

Lifetime sources confirm that Nina Garcia and Michael Kors are judging every episode of season seven.

Unconfirmed sources suggest that the premiere date for season seven is January 14th.

Will we have another "anonymous" Fashion Week Show in February? Or something like eight decoy shows?

Tim Gunn told The Scarlett and I that "If Season Six is a ten, then Season Seven is a twenty-five!"

That's all I've got. Anyone else?

Christian Siriano News

Christian Siriano and Heidi Klum will be appearing on Oprah tomorrow! It's a show about "the biggest stars of reality tv" and also features Adam Lambert and Randy Jackson. Click here for more information.

Also Christian will be at the Corcoran in Washington DC on November 3rd. Click here for more.

There is Still Time....

There is still time to bid on the Episode 10 garments at ProjectRunway.com. Right now Irina's winning garment has the highest bid.

There is also still time to vote in our "Your Turn to be the Judge" poll for episode 10 as well as to weigh in on the Episode 11 Speculation.

Check out the BPR Page on myLifetime.com

Please visit the BPR Page at myLifetime.com. Huge thanks to Mark Y and Tropical Chrome for providing the critiques of this week's garments.

Tim Gunn has an Official Facebook Page!

Tim Gunn now has an official facebook page. Click here to become a fan!

Yes, it's true! After shutting down many "posers," Tim's Marketing Director, Leah Salak, has established a "real" fan page and it already has lots of fabulous Tim Gunn items posted. Check it out!

Nick Verreos at Macy's on Thursday Night

Attention Los Angeles - Nick Verreos will be hosting a mens' trend show at the Beverly Center Macy's at 7:00. Call (818) 509-6499 to RSVP. We'd love a field report.

TVGuide.com Interview with Nicolas Putvinski

From The Mailbox

Click here to read about Tim Gunn's visit to Detroit on October 17th.

There is still time to enter the "Make it Work" sweepstakes for chance to meet Tim Gunn.

Click here for a new exit interview with Nicolas Putvinski from Entertainment Weekly.

Click here for the Episode 10 recap from Eric3000.

Here is Cliffie's! Thanks guys.

Click here for "Five Questions with Christian Siriano" from SFGate.

Kevin Campbell Visits Goga

Thank you Kevin!

Jerell Scott Spring/Summer 2010

Photo: WireImage

Project Runway Season Five designer, Jerell Scott showed his Spring/Summer 2010 Collection in Los Angeles on October 14th.

Jerell graciously agreed to take through the collection piece by piece describing his inspiration, styling and details.

Click here to listen to the podcast. Click here for photos of the collection. This is new for us, but the idea is to scroll through the photos as he describes the looks for us in sequence.

Thank you Jerell!

Recapalooza!

Uncle Nick knows Greece, Nicolas does not...

MaxTheGirl is ready to take Logan home to Mom...

Jordan Baker made a pumpkin fondue...

Lorraine is celebrating...

Our old friend AJ has had a major makeover...

Elisa was rendered speechless...

Watch Me Boogie was grumpy...

Red Poppy needs something a bit stronger than Diet Sprite...

Haley at SCS has had just about enough...

It's all about Logan and Christopher for Coco Channel...

Kristin is new to the looza...

Toyouke is always dependable.

Thank you again recappers for sticking it out as Season 6 toddles along. Only four epiosdes left!

Episode 11 Speculation Poll

During the Episode 11 Preview we see the designers with their backs to the runway and when they turn around they have a surprise. What do you suppose it is?

poll by twiigs.com

Episode 11 Preview Video

Chloe Dao Fashion Show Field Report

Houston-based Field Reporter John C joined Tina from Boston at Chloe Dao's fashion Show last week. Thank you both!

Hey BPR!

I was lucky enough to attend Chloe Dao's Fall 2009 fashion show this past week in Houston! Tina from Boston happened to be in Houston for the week, so we attended the show together! Tina and I met thanks to BPR at the PR finale this past February. Chloe certainly did Houston proud, and continued her quest to bring our city into the fashion world.

Chloe promised "Destruction, Death, and Rebirth" for her Fall 2009 fashion show, and she certainly delivered. Through the past 3 years of attending Chloe's show, I can proudly state that this is her finest collection to date. Her color palette ranged from black, grey, blue, burgundy, and a touch of metallic. She combined elements of her past designs (glamorous evening gowns, baby doll dresses) with exciting and fresh silhouettes and fabrics. She showed a talent for knitwear with a voluminous jacket and vest, and spiced up her evening wear with geometric patterns, one-shouldered tops, and necklines embellished with just the right amount of ruffles. The footwear included a few thigh-high boots, and the pumps were wrapped in fabric that tied the entire collection together.

Chloe's show exuded the darkness associated with destruction through her choice of colors and smoky makeup, but promised the joy of rebirth through her innovative patterns and silhouettes. Congratulations Chloe!



Click here for a little more from The Houston Chronicle.

Episode 10 Online - "Around the World in Two Days"

Don't forget that you can watch Project Runway Episode 10 Online by clicking here at myLifetime.com or On Demand with your cable provider.

From The Mailbox

Next week's guest judge is Kerry Washington. Click here for the story from Entertainment Weekly. Here is a highlight: the designers will be “faced with their biggest competition yet, in a Project Runway first. Will they be able to top themselves and impress the judges?” In addition to Washington, “look for a Project Runway alum to appear.”

Heidi Klum is launching her own collection of fashion and footwear. The line will eventually include swimwear and maternity. Scheduled to launch in Fall 2010, the line is yet unnamed. Read more here in WWD.

Click here for a few words with Christian Siriano.

BPR Interview with Nicolas Putvinski

Nicolas talks about his experience on the show, his plans for the future and the time Heidi Klum suffered a "Feather Malfunction."
Nicolas works with Martin Izquierdo at Izquierdo Studio.
Click here for the podcast.

Thank you Nicolas!

From The Mailbox

Kit Scarbo has designed a collection for Etnies. Click here for the story.

Project Runway Season Five designer, Emily Brandle showed her "Smoke and Mirrors" collection in Los Angeles. Click here for the story from the Los Angeles Times.

Heidi Klum's Halloween parties are legendary and this year, YOU can win two tickets to the event! Click here for details. Click here to enter and to see the other entries.

Runway Rundown - Episode 10

Congratulations, Irina

Before this challenge you were the only designer this season with repeat wins. In Season 5 only one designer went to Bryant Park having had 3 wins - Jerell Scott. Season 4 had only one thrice victor prior to Fashion Week - Christian Siriano. You demonstrated clearly this week that you are the one to beat with your look that would have been equally at home in Aspen, Sundance, Gstaad or Chamonix. With a tight deadline you created an ensemble that Nina Garcia said looked luxe. Michael Kors favored the sex appeal of your back detailing declaring it had runway power. Heidi Klum said you did an incredible job and made us want to sip champagne in a ski lodge. With that in mind, we toast you and your success this week. Salute, Irina!

This post is only for positive words for Irina Shabayeva.If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

BPR Love for Nicolas Putvinski

This week when you selected Greece, all I could think about was the myth about Icarus. He donned wings, not unlike the those you create for the Victoria Secret Angels with Izquierdo Studio. Like Icarus, you soared to heights in Episode 6 when you won the "Lights, Camera, Sew!" challenge. And last week you basked in the warm glow that is Bob Mackie which is probably like getting too close to the sun for a feather prince. But we know that you did not crash dramatically into the sea and drown; as Tim said, your look for this challenge was indeed beautifully executed - it was a matter of taste. You will continue to dress celebrity clients and collaborate with other acclaimed designers like Georgina Chapman and Keith Lissner because of the sophistication and impeccable detailing of the looks you create. But now you will have more opportunities to display your talent and we will be watching and cheering you on.

This post is only for positive words for Nicolas Putvinski.If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

Poll - Episode 10 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos: Althea, Carol Hannah, Christopher and Gordana Irina, Logan and Nicolas
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com. Click for 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 Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Michael Kors and Milla Jovovich.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have won the challenge.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have been auf'd.

Reactions To Episode 10

Photo: Mike Yarish/Lifetime Networks 2009

And then there were 6. Every challenge now brings a bit more intensity to the table as the designers try to position themselves for a spot in the Bryant Park finale. What did you think of the judges decision? Post your reactions to Episode 10 here.

Episode 10 Party!

Photo: Mike Yarish/Lifetime Networks 2009

Yes, this is what the typical BPR party room looks like on a Thursday evening. Trade those sketch pads in for laptops and you have fashionable hipsters all poring over their keyboards busily typing in their next quip.

Welcome all to the BPR party lounge! Come on in and watch Episode 10 with us as we chortle our way to another designer elimination. The only thing more fun than a new episode of Runway is a new episode party!

BPR Live Play-By-Play: Episode 10

BPR Interview with Shirin Askari

Photo: myLifetime.com

Shirin was completely charming as we talked about her experience on the show. A highlight: Shirin will be showing her newest collection in Dallas in February.

We are sorry to see you go, Shirin!

Click here for the podcast.

Click here for Shirin's Website.

Tonight On BPR

It's a little bit old school tonight as Nina Garcia and Michael Kors will share judging duties on Project Runway for the first time since the Season 6 premiere. The focus will be primarily on MK though in Episode 10 "Around The World In Two Days". Why no Nina love, Lifetime?

Anyways, here's the plan:

• The BPR party room opens at 9:30 p.m. Join Runway fans from far and wide as we watch the new episode together. Snark and a pinch of sass most welcome.
• Tbone will have live play-by-play coverage of Episode 10 beginning at 10:00 p.m. ET. We'll bring you all the ins and aufs as the show airs live.
• After the show is over make sure to visit our weekly reactions thread to give us your take on all the drama and design.

Be there or be square!

Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 9

Our polls for Episode 9 are closed. You agreed with the judges and felt that Carol Hannah Whitfield deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Christopher should have been the 'auf.' Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 10 poll.

Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com

The Gratz Report: Episode 10

Project Runway prediction guru Alan Gratz is early this week with his Episode 10 preview. This weeks Big Board of Shame comes with graphical representation that shows three designers pulling away from the pack. Can you guess who?

From The Mailbox

Tim Gunn will be on Dr. Oz tomorrow AND on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson tomorrow night. Christian Siriano will be on Oprah on October 29th.

Episode Ten Preview

Amanda Fields Update

Project Runway Season Three model, Amanda Fields, has been very busy in Central Florida. Thanks for the update, Amanda!


Hello, BPR land!

I have been busy but I didn't forget about you! As a matter of fact, I had the busiest 10 days of my life, and loved every second of it. If you are a Central Florida resident, you have seen the commercials on tv, heard the ads on the radio, and now have seen me on local tv and heard me on local radio in Orlando and Tampa!

What am I referring to? The House of Vayne at Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream 2009 event! The designer is Ms. Vayne and she has three runway models, me with another girl and guy. What you discover is that we are all vampires and coming to see her collection is quite a draining experience... (cue evil laughter.)

My vampire name is Elsa and I LOVED being her. I was a little sad to leave the fangs behind to come back to Hollywood! Here are a few photos and video clips from my vampire press tour! I can't believe I finally have my very own billboard! It was the coolest experience to see that.. something I have dreamed of and worked towards for a very long time!!



Click here to continue and to read Amanda's Take on Episode 9. Thanks Amanda!

From The Mailbox

There is still time to bid in the Episode 9 auctions. Right now Nicolas's dress has the highest bid. Click here to see all of the current auctions.

Click here for an episode 9 recap from Naturally Blonde.

Click here to enter a contest sponsored by Rowenta for a trip to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City in February 2010. Good luck!

There is still time to enter the "Fierce Style" contest here as well.

TVGuide Exit Interview with Shirin Askari

AdDRESS Your Heart for a Chance to Meet Tim Gunn

In its continuing commitment to the fight against heart disease among women, Campbell is sponsoring the "AdDress Your Heart" design and essay contest. The winner will have the opportunity to walk the red carpet with Tim Gunn at the "Woman's Day Red Dress Awards" show.

Starting today through November 6, 2009, people can visit CampbellsAdDressYourHeart.com to enter the “AdDress Your Heart” Design Contest by sharing their personal story and original Campbell red dress design. The contest invites entrants to design a red dress and describe (in 250 words or less) why heart disease is a cause that is important to them, share an inspiring story about their female“heart-health hero,” and explain how they and/or their hero take steps to live a heart-healthy lifestyle.

The top three submissions will be selected with the help of Project Runway mentor, Tim Gunn who will advise Campbell on the best designs and styles. The finalists’ red dress design sketches and inspirational stories will be posted online for America to vote on their favorite during the month of January.

The vote will decide which finalist will join the ranks of previous Campbell red dress designers, including Nicole Miller and Michael Vollbracht for Bill Blass, who have contributed to the collection of Campbell dresses that are synonymous with heart health. Additionally, the winner and his/her heart-health hero will have the opportunity to celebrate American Heart Month (February) with Gunn on the red carpet of the Woman’s Day Red Dress Awards. With each vote online, Campbell will make a $1 donation to the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement (up to $625,000.)

Click here for details and to enter.

Exit Interview with Shirin Askari

Tim Gunn's Fashion Advice

Nina Garcia's Take on Episode 9

Looza - Part Two-za

We have several more recaps to add to the Looza. Thank you recappers!

Click here for Megan's Top Ten List, and her predictions for the final three.

Click here for Movieline.com.

Click here for Ji's "Examination" of episode nine.

Click here for Watch me Boogie.

Click here for BPR on myLifetime.com. Thank you Suzq, Trevor, Mark Y, Tropical Chrome, Bex and to everyone who attends our Thursday night parties.

Recapalooza!

No, that is not David Dust. And he tells me that those are not his britches...

Only Eric3000 could discover the link between Christopher and the Heene family...

Uncle Nick loved it...

Elisa has some very interesting juice about Tim Gunn and Logan...

Both Lorraine and Jordan Baker go gitchy-gitchy...

Maxthegirl plumbs the depths of Carol Hannah...

Second City Style rocks the recap...

Coco Channel tackles MOTR...

Red Poppy is puttin' on the glitz...

Jayne liked Christopher for the win...

And we'll always have Toyouke...

Thank you again recappers, only 5 episodes left!

Episode 9 Online - "Sequins, Feathers and Fur, Oh My!"

Don't forget that you can watch Project Runway Episode 9 Online by clicking here at myLifetime.com or On Demand with your cable provider.

Runway Rundown - Episode 9

Weekend News

According to Popwatch, next week's guest judge will be Milla Jovovich.

Tim Gunn will play himself in the "Sex and the City" movie sequel. Click here for more info.

Second City Style offers a review of Christian Siriano's "Fierce Style." Click here for more.

Click here for a new interview with Nina Garcia. A highlight:

EW: You laughed when I mentioned Nicolas’ Ice Queen outfit. So, would you have put that thing through?

NG: [Laughs] I can’t comment because it’s somebody else’s decision. It’s done. But yeah, I would have done things differently. Some things would have been different.

EW: Are you going to tell me which ones?

NG: [Laughs] No.

EW: What about Epperson? Another controversial elimination!

NG: Oh…I do agree with the decision to eliminate him.

Congratulations Carol Hannah

You wanted to show the judges that you could push it further. Well, did you ever!?! This week's challenge involved going over the top - a place that you stated you never went. And you were able to go there despite the distracting hotness of Logan. You artfully placed the feathers and employed sequins in a way that belied your lack of experience with the materials. Heidi phrased your dress a wow and called it chic. Bob Mackie admired your play of textures of black and the sophistication that you brought to this gown while Nina Garcia said that it was glamorous. Christina Aguilera said that she could see herself in this look and that it would show well on stage. You proved to yourself and to the judges that you know how, when and how much to push it and that the view from over-the-top is spectacular. Fabulous triumph, Carol Hannah!

This post is only for positive words for Carol Hannah Whitfield.If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

BPR Love for Shirin Askari

Throughout the season you never played it safe and frequently it paid off landing you a spot near the top and a well-deserved win in the maternity challenge.

Your element is meticulous sophistication, much like Season 4 finalist Jillian Lewis. This week you were challenged to marry those two attributes with over-the-top, a place you had appropriately avoided going in previous episodes. One can only guess that you were less familiar with Bob Mackie and perhaps were not a big fan of Xtina.

In spite of your struggles Nina Garcia liked the top half of your gown and said that it had promise and she stated that you have talent. As a young designer with a long career ahead it is clear that you show promise much like other young designers before you like Daniel Vosovic and Christian Siriano and so we look forward to what is yet to come from you, Shirin.

This post is only for positive words for Shirin Askari.If you have negative commentary or something to say about another designer, you may do so in our Reactions post here.

Image courtesy of myLifetime.com.

Poll - Episode 9 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos: (top, l-r) Althea, Carol Hannah, Christopher and Gordana
(bottom, l-r) Irina, Logan, Nicolas and Shirin
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com. Click for 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 Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Christina Aguilera and Bob Mackie.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have won the challenge.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have been auf'd.

Reactions To Episode 9

Photo: Mike Yarish Lifetime Networks 2009

As the number of designers dwindle, the tension mounts. What did you think of the X-Tina challenge? Did the judges get it right? Post your reactions to Episode 9 here.

Episode 9 Party!

This is how Nina looks on the BPR dance floor. Strangely enough, she also is also known to display that face whilst exorciating an unsuspecting designer who has not met her expectations! Either way, she is a perfect guest this evening in the BPR party room as we all watch Episode 9: "Sequins, Feathers and Fur, Oh My!" together. So cozy on up, it's BPR party time!