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Do You Approve of Project Runway's Final Three?

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:22 -0800

Last night's Project Runway challenge wasn't necessarily the hardest, but it was the most pressure-filled. It was the last stop before Bryant Park - the remaining five designers were asked to create a look inspired by the Getty Museum in LA. Art, architecture, nature, and furniture all provided fodder for their work. I wasn't blown away by any of the looks, but in the end, Carol Hannah, Irina, and Althea won. Christopher and Gordana were sent home. Do you approve of the final three? Do they have the chops to blow us away at New York Fashion Week? Vote below, then continue the conversation inside our Project Runway Fanatics group.

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Which Project Runway Famous Locale Look Is Most Fab?

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:00:22 -0700

The remaining seven Project Runway designers are asked to create an outfit inspired by a famous locale. Greece, St. Tropez, Aspen, Hollywood, New York City, and Santa Fe are the choices. Create a look that certainly embodies who you are as a designer, but also embraces that locale," Tim Gunn advises. The three who do precisely that were Irina (left), Gordana (center), and Althea (right). Seeing as Irina is experienced in outerwear, having Aspen gives her an edge, and she wins. Gordana's airy gray dress is inspired by NYC, while Althea's is so St. Tropez. All three are impressive, but which is most Fab?

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Which Project Runway Pregnancy Look Is Most Fab?

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Last night's Project Runway was all about maternity wear. Did you tune in? The designers were asked to create an outfit for then-pregnant Rebecca Romijn, who is now the mommy of twin girls. The bulging belly was an obstacle for most of the designers, and it showed in their creations. Shirin's red draped dress and coat (left) ended up winning for being the most wearable, but there were a few other looks worthy of the win - do you agree with the winner and loser? Flip through and tell me, which PR pregnancy look is most Fab?
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Did Project Runway Thrill You Last Night?

FabSugar — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:00:22 -0700

I'll be honest, I was nervous about Project Runway's new home, Lifetime, and new location, Los Angeles. But after watching last night, I'm hooked again. The first challenge was to create a red-carpet gown - fitting seeing as how they're in Hollywood. Lindsay Lohan served as guest judge, along with constants Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, and Michael Kors. As for the designers, as usual, some are exceptional, some are so not, and the rest are in between. So far, Ra'mon, Johnny, and Christopher have shown promise, the latter taking the crown last night. Did you tune in? What did you think?

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Sneak Peek! Project Runway, Season Six

FabSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:36:25 -0700

It's been a while since there's been any Project Runway talk on Fab. Well, besides that nasty lawsuit. But all has been settled and our favorite fashion reality show will return on Lifetime Aug. 20. So what do you say we start getting to know the 16 designers and their previous work? There are eight males and eight females, and it's never too early place dibs on who will make it to the end. Judging from his sketches, Johnny looks like he has major potential. Who are you backing?

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Tim Gunn = Marvel Fashion Wise One

FabSugar — Thu, 21 May 2009 11:00:22 -0700

Fun! Marvel comics is releasing a fashion comic named Models Inc. on Aug. 26 starring Tim Gunn. Similar to his role on Project Runway, Tim will act as the "wise one," helping to solve the crime of a young set designer murdered during New York Fashion Week - all while wearing an Iron Man suit! So far, we know Models Inc. will feature three ladies: Millicent Collins (Millie the Model), Patsy Walker (Hellcat), and Spiderman's Mary Jane. Sounds like a fashion paper version of Charlie's Angels.

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FABTV: Bravo Replaces Project Runway With The Fashion Show

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:00:22 -0700

The hammer has fallen. The never-ending fight over Project Runway has finally settled in favor of Lifetime. A big loss for Bravo but the network isn't going to cry over spilled milk. Bravo has already announced a new fashion show replacing the former called The Fashion Show.

The reality fashion show rotates around seasoned professionals - compared to Project's newbie designers - and will feature designer Isaac Mizrahi and former Destiny's Child member Kelly Rowland as the hosts, with Fern Mallis as the judge along with other special guests. The twist? Each episode will feature a fashion show criticized not only by Fern and guest judges, but also by live studio audience members - interesting. The winner of the show will have his/her designs picked up by a major retailer. Interested? Meet the cast of the show and let us know what you think!

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Congratulations . . . Leanne Marshall! The Project Runway Season Five Winner

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 11:00:22 -0700

Some of you restrained yourselves when I shared the final Project Runway collections in September. Then, it was still six designers in the running, so I witnessed final collections by Joe, Jerell, Suede, Kenley, Korto, and Leanne. I still don't understand why this isn't planned better. I firmly believe only the final three should show at the tents. Plus, it's a waste of money. Anyway, another Project Runway has come and gone and now you can view them all! And, you can buy them all! While we await the decision on the future of next season, I want to share what I then observed about the winner's collection. I'm not one to toot my own horn, but I had a feeling Leanne would win. Last night, Kenley's collection wowed me over once again and for a second I thought she might win. Alas, a bad attitude and unoriginality spoiled Kenley's chance.

Here's what I thought about Leanne's collection right after I saw it - nothing has changed. It was fresh, innovative, and gorgeous.

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Funny how the six collections gradually got better. I think Leanne is going to win. Her collection was as stellar as any of the professional collections from the week. It was conceptual, beautiful, and theatrical. Leanne claimed she "lost a million hours of sleep" over it, and it showed. Sculptural skirts, dresses, and gowns floated down the runway to the beat of a neutral, cool palette. The craftsmanship was expert and you could just feel the adoration in the air. I would wear the ivory off-shoulder top and turquoise petal skirt and the ivory and beige corset mini dress in a heartbeat. And her modern wedding dress blew Suede's off the (project) runway.

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There's even more Project Runway fun to be had - get everyone's looks from last night's finale episode on CelebStyle!

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On Our Radar: Own a Piece of the Project Runway

FabSugar — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:00:22 -0700

This season, Project Runway is offering up the original pieces shown in Bryant Park in an exclusive online auction at ProjectRunway.com. Items from the auf'ed final contestants, Jerell, Suede, and Joe, are currently up for auction while the pieces from the three finalists, Kenley, Leanne, and Korto, will post immediately following the season finale tonight at 7 p.m. PST.

The auctions from the three final contestants will last for one week. I like to swoop in on the bidding war during the last couple seconds, but do as you will. Too expensive for your taste? Nab a piece of America's favorite Project Runway host with your very own Tim Gunn Talking Bobble Head ($25) saying his popular catchphrase, "Carry on." Hilarious.

Do You Agree With the Three Project Runway Finalists?

FabSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:22 -0700

Spoiler alert! The last episodes of Project Runway gave a glimpse into the real lives of the finalists. Tim pays visits to their hometowns, where they've been working on their final collections for a month. Learning the roots of the designers is cool; seeing their work spaces, their surroundings, their family, their friends. And Tim really shines as their mentor. Aw.

The challenge was to create a wedding dress - oh, and a last-minute bridesmaid dress - and the results were eye opening. It really showed who had a vision. I was a bit disappointed in Korto's - does any woman want to wear beige on her wedding day? - and was blown away by Leanne's. Kenley got the quick insult of her dress resembling Alexander McQueen's Fall collection (it's so true). And Jerell's adorned gown missed the mark. It's crunch time people. Do you agree with the final three? Or did someone prematurely get auf'd?

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