Amanda's Take - Season 8 - Episode 6

NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 07: Amanda Fields attends the LakayPAM Awareness & Fundraising Event for the Haiti Earthquake Relief at Opera Gallery on September 7, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Dario Cantatore/Getty Images)

I love it when the designers are thrown off balance. It gives them a chance to step outside their comfort zone and for the judges, viewers and themselves to discover untapped potential that they may not have even been aware of. I, of course, love watching the models work it, it's always fun. I appreciate how they not only had the new models be former bridesmaids, but also had a variety of body types - skinny included. I am not a fan of people saying "real women" and not including the real women who happen to wear a size 2 or 4. I think all of the bridesmaids had fun on the runway, and really did their best to sell their new look to the cameras and the judges. As Michael Kors would say, "kudos" to the production team of not only this season's runway, but all PRs, past and present, for incorporating different body types, from petite to tall, voluptuous to skinny minnie.

This season's remaining cast were so gracious to these lovely ladies. Sure, there was opportunity for drama, but they didn't take the bait. And to think back to episode two when Jason had such trouble with a runway model who was maybe one dress size above the rest of the girls! Michael D worked with a beautiful curvy model and he did so with charm. She was so sweet and had a great attitude and seemed to have fun with the whole thing. Bravo to Michael D for this respect! Christopher had already begun his sketching/design plan when he discovered he would have a different model and dress to re-design! He just went right along with it, gracefully and skillfully, winding up in the top three.

As for Michael Costello, he is a great designer and deserved his win. Yes, I also loved Mondo's dress, and it could have gone to either one of them.

See you next time! Stay stylish, you wonderful Project Runway fashionistas!

Amanda's Take - Season 8 - Episode 5

Project Runway Season Three model, Amanda Fields returns with her "model's Take" on episode 5.

Isn't it a beautiful thing when a model can come to her designer's aid in the midst of a crisis of inspiration? Casanova's model, Sarae gave him a pep talk from her heart. She knew that for him to be able to finish his work he needed to be confident. She is my favorite model this week because she showed compassion and talent! I am sure the other models are nice too - and will get their chance to shine in this way.

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Amanda's Take - Season 8 - Episode 2

Project Runway Season Three model, Amanda Fields, shares her perspective on the season 8 models. Thank you Amanda!

First thing's first: WHERE was the model elimination? Are designers just paired up with the model they have? That's not such a bad thing because they are all talented and striking. Of course, as a former PR model, I want there to be a model elimination process so that the catwalkers are narrowed down to who the designers decide are the best - and not whomever they are just with. It worked out well for season 2, but they addressed it each week. The winning designer had the opportunity to switch models. Perhaps this season the models are there to ... just be the models! They may not even be competing. Just doing their fabulous job! However they are doing this - I just want to be informed! TELL us, Heidi!

Billboard, BABY!

Ta da! The same week as this episode airs, I am on a video billboard in Times Square as well! It's for Hair Battle Spectacular on Oxygen. If you are in New York City and want to take a look, the last day to do so is Tuesday, August 10th! It's above the American Eagle store in Times Square 1551-1555 Broadway and will be playing from 10:30am - 2:30pm and 5pm - 9pm. I am wearing a fiery red wig!
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Amanda's Take - Season 8, Episode 1

Project Runway Season Three Model, Amanda Fields returns to present her perspective on Season 8. Thank you Amanda!

Amanda Update: I can confirm that I am on a huge video billboard in Times Square for Hair Battle Spectacular! I am a model on this exciting new show that premieres Tuesday August 10th at 10pm on Oxygen! Another dream come true! Here is a photo of me with judge Derek Jae, Host Brooke Burns, Judge Lindsay Albanese and another model from the show, Kendall earlier this week promoting the show at the NBC Universal Television Critics Association event! I ran into Andy Cohen from Bravo who was there to promote The Real Housewives of D.C.!



Let's get to it!!
So far I love the season 8 cast. The colors on the walls in the work rooms and the sewing room are fresh. The set design of the show has evolved in a gorgeous way. The runway surface is so beautiful. It's smooth and reflects the light which will help us get a better look at the outfits. I believe the runway is LONGER too (more runway time = more TV time)! The fashion show was 6 minutes all together, and I love it! I think it's the most important part (of course). They changed the chairs for the judges to sit in too! Another adorable update.

Michael Costello! I have had the pleasure of modeling in a fashion show for him this past spring! He is a sweetheart, his designs are elegant and fun to wear, and of course I am rooting for him!

Amanda models for Michael Costello

I thought Jason would be eliminated based on the stapled backwards kimono. I guess they wanted to see what he would do given the critique to sew.

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Amanda's Take - Season 7, Episode 12

THE BIG TOP
Wow. You can really see why these models are the top five.
I had more to say about the models from previous seasons because someone would give me a reason to explain why a model shouldn't walk a certain way. This season the models were all so talented and poised it was hard to find fault with any of them!

All the remaining models have their own unique style on the runway and are all stunningly beautiful. The model who has the most confidence week after week is Lorena. It doesn't hurt that Emilio keeps giving her such incredibly gorgeous clothes to wear! She helps them to look more beautiful and also she has shown her knowledge of how to work a gown effortlessly.

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Amanda's Take - Season 7, Episode 10, Episode 11

Project Runway model Amanda Fields is back with her take on the last two episodes - thanks Amanda.


Take 1:

LOVE that the designers were able to create their own print to become their own fabric! Cerri was incredibly natural in the way she removed her jacket on the runway. It was definitely not the most flattering look, but she saved it by being so graceful and sweet. If I were ever on a runway in a dress like Brandise wore and I didn't feel that I could walk gracefully in it, I would pick it up too.

Kristina is beautiful and even though Anthony was eliminated, she was so confident in his design and you could see that on stage. She looked incredible in it and Anthony really knows how to fit it to her body so well!

I'm so happy Emilio won! His fabric design was so great because I could envision it immediately in other colors and on handbags, wallets, sunglasses, you name it!

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