The Official Project Runway Summer Season thread! — Page 4

It's been said, but I'll it again. I dislike Nikky for the simple fact that she gave Santino an even bigger ego than what he had before. He's so full of himself, it really irks me! I really liked Nick's(?) dress, the pretty flowy blue one. I think he's right about being just as good as Santino he just doesn't have the annoying "holier-than-thou" attitude that Santino has, which apparently helps you get somewhere in the buisnes even though it drives others mad. I kind of felt badly for Marla but that dress really was an exact, yet ugly, copy of the Chloe dress. I thought for sure she would get voted off.

bta- yeah I definitely agree with you, the producers totally had something to do with santino staying

I was so pissed I totally felt Guadlupe should stay because, eventhough hers was ugly, at least it was original and HER style! Marla's was a copy and badly put together on top of that.

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I also agree that Santino is "destined" to be around until the end no matter what he does...he clearly is talented (although his twisty braids are starting to get a little old) and is just over-the-top arrogant and obnoxious. I also wish he's wash his freakin' hair.

I liked Daniel, and while he didn't work fast enought to always complete his garments in a polished manner, I really liked his designs. There were others in the lingerie competition who deserved to get the boot before Daniel. I agree with BTA...I think the judges had voted Santino off the runway and when word came from above that he had to be kept, they were backed into a corner and Daniel had to go.

In the end, Nick is a talented and class act every time. He's creative, but still manages to design clothing that someone might actually wear. I thought his Barbie outfit was inspired.

How ironic is it that I...who has no sense of fashion...should love this show almost obsessively...

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Because it's about ratings.

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if you remember, one of the salient points made by nina garcia was that santino's designs were not original. she mentioned galiano as someone who has shown similar pieces in the past. it was very early '90's gautier for me. you must listen to tim gunn's podcasts. he gives some perspective on the judging process. they are almost as good as the episodes themselves. the level of discourse on this show is a cut above (no pun intended) that of other "reality" competitions.
auf weidersehen.

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Updated On: 1/9/06 at 10:51 AM

I'm afraid of Tim's podcasts: I can barely control myself with seeing/hearing him once a week. If he was whispering in my ear? I'd be a mess.

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Personally I thought Daniel Franko's designs were great, maybe not for that last challege, but I thought Santino's in the last challenge were awful! Did anyone else notice (sorry if somebody already mentioned this, I just saw the thread!) how he gets this evil look on his face (maybe its just the editing but still) and like laughs whenever someone else is getting critisized?? I think he is mean, evil, needs to wash his face and hair, and should go soon, even though his other designs have been great. Also I can't stand Diana(?) the one with the magnets... in the preview for this week someone was saying something about her voice and I felt the same exact way! sooo annoying!!!

okay sorry this was long lol

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Updated On: 1/9/06 at 02:46 PM

Yes I agree with Diana as well. I believe she and Santino get paired up together - he is the one that makes the voice comment. It should be interesting because two people get eliminated Wednesday night.

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I agree that Daniel has a certain style which distinguishes his work. Perhaps he'll get work as a result of being on Runway.

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I cant stand her voice, but kinda love Diana. When she said the model who wouldnt wear her dress that was no bigger than dental floss "Maybe she should get another job.." I cracked up.

I hate Santino, but like all reality shows, they probably cast him as the villain early on so they edit the show this way...but he has to give them something to put on tape, so it isnt just editing.

I love Daniel. He's funny and talented and cute.

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Grrrl--I am wildly in love with Tim G. His khakis, his loafers, his big-boy hair-cut. Those lips! Those crinkly line around his eyes! I think I might become a stalker/predator (calling Gene Shallit....) if I fell asleep at night listening to Tim's voice.

Without question, they are editing Santino in the least flattering, most pot-stirring fashion. Most of his actual statements reflect only a healthy self-confidence and belief in his own skill, which is absolutely the MINIMUM you need to succeed in a snake-pit like the fashion industry. Beyond that, he clearly feels/was instructed to feel that having a "big persona" would help him succeed on Runway.

From my own design studio (architecture) experience, time management is a huge issue. Creative light bulbs don't always go off according to a schedule, and the ability to commit to a design and focus on execution is a lesson you spend your whole life trying to learn.

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