You are invited to celebrate the publication of The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook and to meet Project Runway Season 3 designer Alison Kelly on Thursday Nov. 10th.
Project Runway season 3 designer, Alison Kelly has co-authored a sewing book for diy fashion fans.
"The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook" contains fully customizable patterns for a coat, dress, skirt, blouse and bag. Examples of variations of the designs are presented in the book from BurdaStyle.com members from around the world. It's really inspiring!
The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook is scheduled for release on November 1st. Click here to pre-order on Amazon.
BPR: How did you first become involved with BurdaStyle?
AK: Since 2008 I have been working part-time as Creative Director and Editor of BurdaStyle.com. This unique position fulfills my undying love for DIY fashion and sewing, reminding me of why I started designing in the first place, while providing a creative platform to play with design ideas.
As co-author and creative director of the BSHB, as well as writing the book in the 'voice' of BurdaStyle, I designed the 5 paper sewing patterns included in the book, and was responsible for overseeing various aspects such as: choosing the contributing designers, sourcing fabrics and trim, planning photo shoots, casting models, styling the final looks, working with the technical writer and designer, and juggling myriad revisions from the editor!
BPR: How long have you been working on the book?
AK: A year and a half.
BPR: Which is your favorite project from the book?
AK: It's like choosing a favorite child-- but I'd have to say the skirt, because while the pattern is deceivingly simple, you can enhance the design by choosing an interesting fabric combo, like nude lace with a scalloped edge over a black silk lining.
BPR: How has your career benefited from your appearance on Project Runway?
AK: This question comes up a lot and the answer is always the same-- it has benefited greatly and I also believe it's what you make of it. Not winning garnered a lot of support which has turned out to be an advantage. I've ended up working on many exciting projects because of my appearance on the show. I've been designing my clothing line, Dahl, ever since, doing wholesale and custom orders. Today people still buy the black crocheted top I wore on the show from my website. I can tell where our season is airing around the world by looking at my website stats-- all of a sudden there will be a bunch of traffic from Chile or Sweden, it's great.
Our friends at Second City Style look at Daniel Vosovic's Spring 2011 Collection here.
Season Three designer, Alison Kelly is featured in etsy's Storque blog here.
Heidi Klum is introducing another fashion collection. This time is it for New Balance and will be sold only at Amazon.com. Click here for the press release.
Alison Kelly is always working on something. Now she's a blogger, too! Make sure to check out Alison's Spring/Summer '09 collection "Cast" as well as her collaborative Dahl & Dane line of T-shirts and totes.
Project Runway Season Four designer Chris March appeared in last night's Saturn commercial. Here is the video just in case you missed it. Personally I love these.
Click here to see the ads from Kit Pistol, Laura Bennett, Jack Mackenroth and Alison Kelly.
BPR friend and artist David Gilmore from Pretty On The Outside is back again with his brilliant Cabernet-influenced Project Runway designer sketches. Suede and Keith receive the first POTO treatment. Check them out!
Spectacular speculator Alan Gratz has his weekly in and auf predictions up. Alan is struggling like we are with the measly preview clues, but that doesn't stop him from trying!
Katherine Gerdes has not abandoned us! She's been caught in a move and is just now catching up with her Season 5 recaps. Click here to see her thoughts so far on S5. Look for the return of Katy's Take on BPR next week!
We received a nice note from PR sponsor and blogger Lisa Gilpin of Saturn reminding us that several of your favorite former contestants are blogging Season 5 at Saturn's Rethink Design site. It's tough digging through Bravo's website to find these, but we're here to help! Blogging for Saturn this season are Alison Kelly, Chris March, Jack Mackenroth, Kit Pistol, and Laura Bennett. Go say hello to Lisa and some of your old faves.
Here's an intersting ranking of former Project Runway designer websites at Urlesque.com. We see some glaring omissions!
And finally, here's more on the continuing romance between Wesley and Daniel, including a little rule breaking reveal: But the couple broke show rules by communicating with each other the day after the elimination. Nault passed Feld a note, and Feld gave Nault a silver bracelet. "I later got in trouble for that," says Nault, "because it wasn't allowed." Hmmmm. We wonder what Keith Michael would think of all that!
You can now bid on dresses and sketches by Project Runway designers and also help the efforts of UNICEF in their Myanmar relief mission. Click here for all of the auctions which include garments by Nick Verreos, Malan Breton, Mychael Knight, Laura Bennett, Sweet P, Chris March, Alison Kelly and Daniel Franco.
Tonight the first ever A-List Awards will be handed out in New York with Tim Gunn on the red carpet. The event will be broadcast on Thursday June 12 (pre-show red carpet at 8:30 Eastern with the awards airing at 10:00) but we now know that, according to this press release that designers representing all four seasons of Project Runway will be dressing celebrities as follows:
· Candace Bushnell and season 1 & 2 designer Daniel Franco · Holly Kiser and season 4 designer Chris March · Kathy Griffin and season 2 designer Nick Verreos · Katrina Smirnoff and season 3 finalist Mychael Knight · Kat Von D and season 4 designer Sweet P · Niki Taylor and season 3 finalist Laura Bennett · Nikki Blonsky and season 3 designer Malan Breton · Rebecca Budig and season 3 designer Alison Kelly
It is also announced that you can bid on the designs after the taping through June 11 and that the proceeds will benefit the relief efforts of UNICEF in Myanmar. Check back with us to see the stunning creations of the designers; we will direct you to place your bids.
Season Four Fan Favorite Christian Siriano is up against Season Three Fan Favorite Mychael Knight (along with Sam Talbot and Casey Thompson of Top Chef and Tabatha Coffey) for Ultimate Fan Favorite. Click here to vote.
Our very own Laura K. will be in the audience to 'watch what happens' and to give us a report.
Tim Gunn and Veronica Webb at the Catherine Malandrino Show.
Reality Blurred rounds up the reviews on Tim Gunn's Guide to Style.
Here is Twistie's review from the new "Manolo For the Big Girl" blog, and don't miss Moi's recap. If any other BPRs are planning to recap the show, please let us know.
Here is an interview with Michael Kors in the Wall Street Journal. Thanks Anne.
I enjoyed this interview with Laura Bennett from Reuters:
Woodstock channeled his inner showgirl when model Camilla strutted out in a bright yellow top hat and matching dress with beaded top and sassy skirt made of feathers.
"I put Woodstock in a little bitty dress. I used dyed ostrich feathers," said designer Laura Bennett, the "Project Runway" finalist from the Bravo show last fall.
But it was her vision of Pig Pen in clouds of light brown tulle and a copper jersey gown that almost stopped the show.
"Pig Pen was a little bit more of a challenge," Bennett told Reuters. "He's known for his grunge aesthetic. I wanted to give him some of my glam."
Here is an interview with Alison Kelly. Thanks Anne.
Here is a little bit more about the "Snoopy in Fashion" Show.
The reviews are unanimous - Laura Bennett's designs are a hit!
The Dahl runway show at the Prince George Ballroom* will begin at 1pm, this Thursday September 6th. Doors open at 12pm and a reception will be held in the front gallery prior to the runway show.
Following the Dahl runway show is Silhouette, a fashion competition which is introduced by me. I will be available backstage immediately after my runway show and my guests are not required to remain seated for the competition. In fact, you are urged to come back and say hello.
Looking forward, Alison
*The Prince George Ballroom is located at 15 East 27th Street, between Fifth and Madison Avenues
Alison Kelly will be showing on September 6th as part of Nolcha Fashion Week at the Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 25th Street NY, NY 10016. Here is most of the press release:
On Thursday, September 6th, 2007 at 12:30pm, Alison Kelly will set off the Nolcha runway unveiling her highly anticipated Dahl by Alison Kelly spring ‘08 collection to an audience of fashion elite and international press.
Dahl by Alison Kelly spring ’08 collection takes an upbeat approach while staying true to its signature fierce, yet romantic quality her line has embodied with her previous collection. Using colors such as red vermillion and buttery yellow, her new collection offers an array of elegant, yet playful ensembles that seamlessly fold and flow across the body. “I dreamt of China in 1920, there was a woman sitting next to an elegantly dressed gentleman in an old Rolls Royce, she was the image of beauty, wearing a beautiful gown of sage green, jewels & lacquered hair. Her eminence comes to life in this collection.” says Alison.
For additional information on Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC and Silhouette please contact Christie Pageler: cris@pagelerpr.com or 786.303.9774.
Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC Silhouette: Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 25th Street New York, NY 10016
Laura Bennett will show several designs at the MetLife "Snoopy in Fashion" Show at Bryant Park on September 7th at 6:00 PM. Read more about it here on Project Rungay.
Malan Breton will be showing his collection on September 12 at 1:00 at the Metropolitan Pavilion - North. 110 W 19th Street.
Keith Michael will be showing his designs on September 12th at 8:30 PM at Cain. 544 W 27th Street.
All of these shows require tickets or RSVPs in order to "get on the list." If you are able to attend, please let us know - we would love to have field reporters.
Heidi Klum is featured in this New Zealand interview that talks about her work as a curvy model and some special German nicknames. Celebrity Baby Blog brings us the photo (by Steve Connolly for Startrak) of Heidi and baby Henry that you see at the right as well as a photo of big sister Leni. And for more pictures of Heidi out with two of the kids, click here.
Our readers robin and neptunerh told us about the Jay McCarroll documentary, Eleven Minutes. Laura K. remembered the crew filming him at Fashion Week last September. We don't have an air date - yet - but we'll keep you updated. Tom and Lorenzo, among others, can't wait to see this next installment in the Jay saga.
First a belated Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there in BPR-land. We hope you were all spoiled rotten yesterday!
Now, on to the news...
Although most of us check with the Rungay boys first thing on Monday mornings I want to be extra-sure that you don't miss this post! Those boys are so lucky, aren't they? Happy Birthday Valerie.
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BPR friend and artist David Gilmore from Pretty On The Outside is back again with his brilliant Cabernet-influenced Project Runway designer sketches. Suede and Keith receive the first POTO treatment. Check them out!
Heidi Klum is featured in this New Zealand interview that talks about her work as a curvy model and some special German nicknames. Celebrity Baby Blog brings us the photo (by Steve Connolly for Startrak) of Heidi and baby Henry that you see at the right as well as a photo of big sister Leni. And for more pictures of Heidi out with two of the kids, click here.
