BPR Interview with Bryce Black

Project Runway Season 9 designer Bryce Black talks about his experience on the show.

Photo: New York Magazine

A highlight - Bryce plans to move to New York and to pursue a career designing high fashion. Below is one of his favorite looks.

Photo: New York Magazine

Click here to see Bryce's Fashion Week collection.

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Thank you Bryce!

Wesley Nault Spring 2012

Project Runway Season 5 designer, Wesley Nault presented his Spring 2012 collection on Tuesday and BPR field reporter, Jennifer Mara sends us this report. Thanks Jen!



On Tuesday night, Wesley Nault made his way into the fashion world introducing his first ever fashion-week collection. In the heart of the fashion district, fashion week virgin Wesley Nault hosted the presentation of his 2012 Spring Line fittingly titled, "The Annunciation of the Virgin." The show was an extremely impressive and intimate showcase of his work. Every look impeccably tailored.

Wesley's collection is inspired by Renaissance art and was a first step into making his mark into the fashion industry. Wesley says his he loves each piece for different reasons but his favorite piece is "the one with the bugle beads." He also says he "wanted to transform female body." Throughout the collection Wesley executes a very sharp, honest, and professional perspective that stands out memorably.

The beautiful jewelry in the collection featured skulls, crosses, and halos. Each of Wesley's looks was accompanied by at least one of the eye-catching jewelry designs (by Satori Breonn) and was perfectly styled with side braided hair completing the look. We love when designers do that!

A close-up of Jorie and her jewelry from the HP Designers Reunion Party.

Satori Breonn designer, Jorie Bandauski was also looking fabulous supporting Wesley's collection by wearing what seemed to be an extra look for his line. It was instantly recognized by all, that these clothes were thoughtfully designed and extremely well-made. When asked, if he was ready to start his next collection Wesley energetically replied "Yes, I can't wait!"



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Poll - Episode 8 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos: (top, l-r) Anthony, Anya and Bert
(middle, l-r) Bryce, Joshua M and Kimberly
(bottom, l-r) Laura, Olivier and Vicktor
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.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 Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Michael Kors and Malin Akerman.

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 8

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Real world models always seem to pose real world problems for the designers on Project Runway and tonight was no different. Actress Malin Akerman joined Heidi, Nina and MK on the judging panel. Did they make the right calls? Who was fab and who was fug? Post your reactions to Episode 8 here.

BPR Live Play By Play/Party: Episode 8

Project Runway Season 7 Champion, Seth Aaron Henderson in Louisville, KY September 17th

Attention Louisville: Seth Aaron will be at Macy's on Saturday!

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Project Runway Designers Create Bags to Benefit "Keep a Child Alive"

Christopher Collins, Carol Hannah Whitfield, Kit Scarbo, Suede, Andy South, Althea Harper, Mila Hermanovski, Andrae Gonzalo, Chloe Dao and Ra'Mon-Lawrence Coleman have all created bags for an eBay auction which will benefit "Keep a Child Alive."



Click here to see all of the auctions and to place your bid.

Jesus Estrada - Spring 2012

Project Runway Season 7 designer Jesus Estrada also showed his spring collection at The New York Fame Show on September 9th.

All photos: Rick Louis



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Korto Momolu Spring 2012

Team BPR was thrilled to be invited to the New York Fame Show on Friday night, September 9th. Among the highlights was Korto Momolu's collection shown here.

All Photos: Rick Louis

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Tonight On BPR

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We are down to single digits with our designer numbers as Season 9 cruises along on its road to Lincoln Center and the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week finale. Of course all of these lucky nine got to show, but it will be a while still before we learn who took home the big prize.

On deck tonight is "What Women Want", or what one BPR reader calls "the insult real women episode". Nine men will attempt to convey the fashion desires of their significant others. That should be entertaining, right? BPR will have its usual agenda of Thursday night fun to see how it turns out:

• Tbone and suzq will be hosting the BPR live play by play/party room beginning at 8:30 p.m. ET. Come join fans from across the country as we snark our way through another new episode.
• After the show tell us your thoughts in our weekly reactions thread, posted as soon as the episode ends.

See you tonight on BPR!

Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 7

Our polls for Episode 7 are closed. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Viktor Luna deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You also clashed with the judges and felt that Joshua M. should have been the 'auf.' Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 8 poll.

Leanne Marshall Takes on Fashion Week

A look at Project Runway Season 5 Champion, Leanne Marshall as she prepares for her Spring 2012 Show.

Leanne Marshall Takes on Fashion Week from Etsy on Vimeo.

There is Still Time....

Andrae Gonzalo and TBone at the HP Designers Reunion Party

It's been a busy week here at BPR and it seems like a long time since we watched episode 7. Here is a link to our "Your Turn to be the Judge" poll.

There are no auctions this week - we saw the challenge garments displayed at the HP "Designers Reunion" Party on Saturday night! For more photos of the event check out these photos from HP.

Also don't miss our new Interview with Tim Gunn. Thanks Tim!

Tim Gunn in Tampa Saturday, Sept. 17th at 1:00 PM

Style expert Tim Gunn will be at International Plaza to share his expertise as he hosts a Fall 2011 fashion show launching the latest collections from Juicy Couture, Kate Spade New York and Lucky Brand. Mr. Gunn will speak to guests about the importance of style, proportion and fit while showing how the pieces on the runway are perfect additions to her already existing wardrobe. After the fashion show, guests are treated to an open forum Q & A where Mr. Gunn will take questions from the audience.

There is no need to RSVP, seating is open but limited.

Plus, with any qualifying purchase of $150 or more guests will be professionally photographed with Tim Gunn and receive special gifts for the season.*

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Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia and Michael Kors in "Conversations with Klum"

Project Runway Season 1 Champion, Jay McCarroll in Nashville on Saturday, September 17th

Macy's invites you to be part of the ultimate fashion face-off hosted by Project Runway Season 1 winner, Jay McCarroll! Lucky contestants will be asked to create a head-to-toe look for a special occasion- from your dream job interview to a night out with the girls- to be showcased by our models. The winner will take home a $100 Macy's gift card!

Plus, during the event Jay will share his fashion do's and don'ts along with his top style tips for fall. Find out this season's hottest trends in makeup by spending a few minutes with the experts at Estee Lauder.

With any $50 Women's purchase, receive an exclusive Find Your Magic Cosmetic bag!

RSVP today at 305-577-1818, as seating is limited.

Click here to RSVP for this event.

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Althea Harper Spring 2012

Blogging Project Runway Field Reporter, Jennifer Mara attended Althea's show last night and sends us this report - thanks Jen!

Last night at the Stone Rose Lounge in New York City, season 6 designer, Althea Harper unveiled her 2012 Spring Collection. Althea shows us the way with 20 looks, complete with prints, pleats, knits, and beautiful drapery in a classy, fun sophisticated way. "I was inspired by a book called The Raising, the supernatural, haunting, silhouettes; anything that raises questions for me, I am looking into more exploration." Says Althea.



Most models were rocking fishtail braids, including Althea! according to her it is "easy cool hair that looks great going out at night." The venue, most appropriately promoted the idea that Stone Rose could be where these girls would wear these designs.

As for Althea - glowing in a long sleeved, printed chiffon draped maxi, "influenced by old photos with smudges," a version of a look from the line. (Look #9) Although Althea says her favorite look from the collection is "the short black mini with the creme colored sleeves."

Jennifer Mara

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BPR Interview with Tim Gunn

Tim Gunn generously joined Team BPR on Saturday September 10th - a day after the season 9 finale show and before heading to Washington DC.

Thank you Tim!

BPR: Tim is your favorite designer in the finale?

TG: Yes!

BPR: Do you have anything to do with the All-Star Season?

TG: No.

BPR: Accessories?

TG: No.

BPR: Will you be watching?

TG: I'd like to!

BPR: How many more seasons of Project Runway are you committed to?

TG: Contractually? None.

BPR: Let's talk about Heidi's button bag. Is there anything written on those buttons?

TG: Absolutely.

BPR: Actual names?

TG: Yes!

BPR: Why aren't we seeing the model selection this season?

TG: I don't know. Later in the season you will see me participating in more of the model fittings. You will be seeing more of the models.

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Leanne Marshall Spring 2012

Project Runway Season 5 Champion, Leanne Marshall presented her Spring 2012 Collection on September 10th.

Photo: B. Raglin/WireImage

Photo: N. Barnard/WireImage

Leanne's signature pleats and feminine silhouettes were showcased along with a dash of bright yellow.

Congratulations Leanne on another lovely collection!
Click here to see all of the designs.

Episode 8 Guest Judge is Actress Malin Ackerman