Project Runway, Episode 3, "Bright Lights, Big City"


Updated 07/31/08 7:12 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Project Runway, Episode 3, "Bright Lights, Big City"

Last night's episode of Project Runway showcased a wide and interesting array of creations from the budding designers. Like season two, the contestants were asked to design an outfit for a night out on the town inspired by the (wet) cityscape of NYC. While a couple designs blew me away — namely Leanne's Doo.Ri-esque dress — I wasn't impressed with the overall amount of creativity. Take a Read more

Friday Fab News RoundUp!


Updated 07/31/08 4:49 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 3 comments

Friday Fab News RoundUp!

Zandra tunes in — Vogue UK The skinny on handbag-rental services — WSJ Stride right — NY Sun New robot poses like a fashion model — ABC News Your first look at Urban Outfitters's new collaboration with Steven Alan — Nylon Christian Siriano's latest catchword: unveiled! — New York Times At Victoria and Albert, jewels go high tech — IHT Skyscraper heels: They may be painful and Read more

Was It a Good Idea For the Models to Buy Fabrics on Behalf of the Designers?


Updated 08/02/08 4:43 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 31 comments

Project Runway "The Grass is Always Greener"

For the first time in Project Runway history, the designers were not allowed to purchase their own fabrics. Gasp! Instead, the models they picked at the start of the episode did the shopping for them. And they weren't allowed to buy just any fabric; it had to be environmentally friendly. While some designers were impressed by their models' selections, others were stumped and unable to use most of Read more