project runway final shows are my fave

October 27, 2011

project runway season 9 finale
Today I want to talk Project Runway because frankly, it’s fun. Although I kind of feel like the talent and personalities were lacking this season, I of course still loved it because Tim Gunn and Michael Kors were involved and they’re practically family. My favorite episode had to be when they made the outfit for the girlfriends or wives of the client. I had dreams for days afterwards wondering how Ryan would describe my style and it it would have translated well. I clearly lead an exciting life.

Now, let’s move on to the final four.

Anya – Although Anya makes those cool effortless clothes women wish they had the body for, she’s gotten away with murder this season. The judges clearly let her get a free pass because she pulled the “I’ve only been sewing for four months” card and she’s pretty. Her final collection is not even near the quality it needs to be to be considered runway ready. This is Fashion Week people! (say that in MK’s voice and you’ll laugh)

Viktor – Good taste. Good craftsmanship. Somewhat drab personality but I would wear his stuff (especially this look). I think he has the most talent of the group.

Kimberly – I love that Kimberly and Tim Gunn are so tight. She’s done some nice things throughout the season but her work has never fully stood out to me. I think her collection will be solid. I’m just worried about her use of boob windows. Tacky.

Joshua – Drama. He knows how to bring it. And not in a funny Santino sort of way. In a, I’m crying in the bathroom stall about what you said sort of way. When I saw his color palette (just a touch of neon, don’t make this a firework show kid) and the print he chose I had to shield my eyes. He did a good job editing in front of the judges but I’m not sure he can edit down that much for the final show.

Time to put your bets in. Who’s going to win?

images: New York Magazine

PS Is it customary when naming a godparent that you actually ask the person first? If not, after the baby is born I’m sending a note to Tim Gunn alerting him of the news.

I kid.

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  • On October 27, 2011 , Kersey said:

    I am pulling for Anya. She’s so sweet and I do love a lot of what she has come up with…but I kind of think Viktor will take the big “W”. He’s been consistently improving and I agree, I would wear his stuff…but I might wear Anya’s too! But I think he kind of deserves to win, if that makes sense.

  • On October 27, 2011 , nicole @ deliajude said:

    I suspect it will be Victor, although I think if he doesn’t win he will have a promising career, as will Anya. Can’t wait for the finale.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Karen said:

    Are you kidding? B/c “Grandpa” would be an awesome godfather for your first born.

    As we’ve discussed, I love Kimberly. I like her personality and overall aesthetic. But, man, she’s choked in the last few weeks. I thought she was unnecessarily panned in the last show (comparatively to the other contestants).

    Definitely feel like Viktor SHOULD win, but Anya will. And then in a few months it will come out that she cheated / has been sewing for years, just not well / whateves. She’s like the Gretchen of this season.

    PS: Wasn’t that Viktor outfit you liked totally Anthro inspired? It was perfect for his client.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Molly @thewaffler said:

    I think it’s going to be Viktor or Anya. I’ve really liked some of Anya’s stuff this season, but I agree the judges have given her a free pass. I also liked some of the clothes made by the blond woman who recently left the show (forget her name:). Speaking of Santino, didn’t you love Santino’s impression of Tim talking to Andre? Classic.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Melissa said:

    Thank you for pointing out that Santino is hilarious! People always act like he was the villain of his season, but he was super funny and his runway show was gorgeous, and he didn’t have nearly the ‘tude more recent people have had!

    Now, on to this season…I feel like the show has been all about the drama and that the final four are kind of underwhelming. Think about some of the insanely amazing final runways we’ve seen in the past. These designers just don’t even come close. That being said, I’d be fine with Anya, Viktor, or Kimberly winning. I will cry tears of sadness if Josh M. wins. He’s been tacky, tacky, tacky all season and I feel like he’s the one who’s gotten away with murder. I think most of his outfits were butt-ugly and they kept him around because he was the most over-the-top bad guy ever. They used to kick people off for having taste issues, but somehow he cruised to the finale and now we have to see clothes made from that hideous neon vintage postcard-lookin’ fabric! Blah!

  • On October 27, 2011 , Kristina said:

    This post “is my fave”. I have a few thoughts after reading this, that we need to be friends and have coffee becuase I think so many of the same things and love so many of the things you post and write about. Thank you for making me smile and finding so many of the same things as I around the blogging world that must be captured and remembered becuase they are so great.

    I also should mention I live in Denver, I am not kidding on the coffee. It would be an honor to buy you a cup or tea for that matter. Whatever you fancy.

    I think tonight Anya needs to be congratulated for her designs and her fresh new ideas, innovative stylying but she has got to go. This is about sewing about construction and quite frankly she doesnt have it (Yet that its)

    As for the winner… I am torn, very torn becuase I would agree the talent has been lacking this season but I really like Viktor. I too would wear things he makes. He is good and I hope he wins.

    Thanks again! Love this!

  • On October 27, 2011 , brianne said:

    I agree on your assesment. I think Anya will win because they like her overall brand, similar to the way they felt about gretchen (although I like anya much better than that!). I think you’re right that Victor is the best overall designer but he’s just an “eh” person. Probably in real life he’s a cool dude, but doesn’t translate to tv well. I still love that LBD of Josh’s though from the girlfriend challenge. . . wish that one was sold on piperlime.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Nicole said:

    oh man i loved that skirt of victor’s too with the yellow on the bottom. I agree with your rundown and if I were voting I think I’d pick Victor. We’ll seeeee…

  • On October 27, 2011 , sarah w said:

    i think viktor will win, but i am wishing anya would have made something better. she has great taste but didnt bring it last week. super disappointed.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Allie said:

    Why am I the only one wanting Joshua to win? Yes, he is drama and a little annoying but he has stayed true to himself the whole competition. He has worked so hard and gosh darn it I want to see a seriously flamboyantly gay guy win for once!!!!

  • On October 27, 2011 , Jackie said:

    Ditto. To it all.

    Holy crazy pants, Josh. You are insane. And please, don’t hunt me down for saying so. You are truly nuts.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Katie said:

    Conor and I are so upset that Anya gets to be in the finale. Really, 2 out of 3 of her outfits were awful and the only one the judges liked took no skill. So… there.

    I think Kimberly doesn’t stand out a lot in part because she doesn’t have a “fierce” personality.

    If Viktor doesn’t win I’ll be upset.

    At least we get a new season of the faves next month.

  • On October 27, 2011 , Farrah said:

    Ahhh,we forgot to discuss this at our RZ viewing!! I was SO bugged they let Anya into the finale with her miserable collection and they didn’t even explain why!! Usually if they do that, they make a big deal about berating the person on their shoddy work and making them promise to “bring it” at the finale. But they just let her slide on it w/out a remark about how bad her stuff was or why she was getting the chance. This season is so blah. I liked Joshua’s collection the best, but that’s not saying a lot. I thought Viktor’s was kind of boring and that leather skirt over the dress was fugly.

  • On October 28, 2011 , Allison Hasel said:

    I haven’t watched the episode yet – I tivo’d it and I have to agree. They let Anya get away with SO much. Sometimes it seemed like she just bunched a yard of fabric up and called it a dress.

    Loved your take on MK: “This is Fashion Week people!” I definitely laughed! I would probably have given up on this season if it weren’t for his hilarious commentary week after week.

    Either way I’m pulling for Viktor – his work is the most put together time after time!

  • On October 28, 2011 , Christi said:

    My money was totally on Viktor, and after viewing the show last night I was happily surprised at how things turned out!! (Trying not to ruin any surprises here :) There was gorgeous stuff in each collection. I kind of like it that way. Even though there wasn’t a clear standout (in my opinion) there were beautiful pieces from each of them and all so different from each other.

    I laughed about Tim Gunn-as-Godfather. We love him too! He is the mentor that everyone always wanted!! Caring, talented, genuine, honest – love that man :)

  • On October 28, 2011 , ShareABitOfLove said:

    Viktor was the clear winner, and I agree with your assessment of the finale runway shows. I was wondering if maybe producers wanted to get the “see anyone can become and amazing designer” message out there. None the less, beautiful clothes and a pretty good season overall… anyone have thoughts on the “all star” P.R. that is coming up?

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