Episode 8 Trivia Contest

The prize for this week's trivia contest winner is a Season 8 Finale Gift Bag. There was one on every seat at the show. Honestly, I believe this is the most generous gift bag we have ever received.



There is a copy of Marie Claire, an optical mouse, some hair and make-up products, and a copy of Tim Gunn's book. Of course he signed it for you!

1. Where do the designers meet Tim to receive the Jackie Kennedy challenge?

2. What two letters appear on Valerie's sleeve?

3. Ivy declares that Michael Costello's and Christopher's designs are both very ________.

4. April describes Andy's pants as s____ s_________.

5. Who styles April's hair in the morning?

6. What type of pants is Tim wearing with his seersucker jacket and madras tie?

7. Which designer is "Captain Outerwear?"

8. Which of these adjectives did Ivy NOT use to describe her design? Stupendous, Original, Beautiful, Expensive, Amazing, Different.

9. Who is "confused" by the "ankle boot?"

10. Whose design does Heidi describe as a "dirty old rug?"

Please send your answers to Team BPR.

UPDATE: We have a winner - congratulations to Rachel P. I will post the answers in the comments. Look for another trivia contest next Tuesday.

Tim Gunn's Vlog: "I'm NOT An Idiot!"

Note: See latest updates at bottom of the post.

Tim Gunn's Episode 8 video blog is a must see. The behind the scenes story on the production of "A Rough Day On The Runway" is far more entertaining than what we saw Thursday night. Something seemed amiss about this challenge and the way the judges acted on the runway and now we know why. It was simply flat out incompetence by Bunim-Murray. A few bullet points:

• The challenge started out as a period piece costume that was going to be worn by Katie Holmes, but the designers would not be told!
• After the Katie Holmes/Jackie O angle went away, it became a dancewear challenge and Tim showed up on shooting day at the assigned studio, but no one was there. He had to find the shooting location on his own.
• Tim: "The whole notion that we would even associate Jackie Kennedy with American sportswear is a stretch."
• Tim stepped into the judging circle to clarify what the designers had been told the challenge was since it was clear they had a different idea.

Tim's frustration with the production of Project Runway grows with each successive season. Kudos to him for sharing this fascinating peek behind the scrim. We are "hot and bothered" right along with you Tim!

UPDATE: The video has been taken down. Was Tim being too honest? We imagine the Bunim-Murray brass could not have been pleased. Memo to B-M: take care of your talent!

UPDATE #2: Gina Carbone took a few more notes! Click here for her summary of Tim's Vlog entry.

What Mondo Wore - Episode 8

As part of her weekly recaps, Kenda offers us this new feature! Click here for the post. Thank you Kenda.

Episode 9 Preview Video - Race to the Finish

Recapalooza!

Uncle Nick provides a little fashion history lesson...
Eric3000 does his best to figure out the challenge...
Maxthegirl is getting all fancy with her screencaps...
Red Poppy gives us an uninterrupted soliloquy...
Ms.Place found herself nodding off...
Laura Bennett has fashion psychic powers...
Carol Hannah loves her some January Jones...
Jordan Baker, oh yes they did...
Katnap has great lists on her sidebar...
Second City Style didn't think the runway was rough...
Democracy Diva knows a snoozefest when she sees one...
Brian is already looking forward to next week...
And Toyouke closes it out.


Update: Don't miss Choco Chanel, Dishin' Dat, and Girly Shoes.

Thank you recappers - see you next week! If you have a recap to share, e-mail the link to Team BPR.

Episode 8 Online - A Rough Day on the Runway

Click here to watch episode 8.

BPR Interview with Michael Drummond

Project Runway season 8 designer Michael Drummond talks about his experience on the Lifetime show.

Click here for the podcast.

Click here to see Michael's Finale collection.

Poll - Episode 8 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos: (top, l-r) Andy, April and Christopher
(middle, l-r) Gretchen, Ivy and Michael C.
(bottom, l-r) Michael D., Mondo and Valerie
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com. Click to see a larger view.

You've seen the designs on the runway and now it's your turn to be the judges. This week you are Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Michael Kors and January Jones.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have won the challenge.

Click here to tell us who you thought should have been auf'd

Reactions To Episode 8

Photo: Barbara Nitke/Lifetime Television

It was indeed "a rough day on the runway" as the Project Runway designers took a swipe at American sportswear and another one bites the dust. The judges were especially brutal. What did you think of the challenge? What about the decision? Post your reactions to Epiosde 8 here.

BPR Live Play By Play/Party: Epiosde 8

Tonight On BPR

Photo: Barabara Nitke/Lifetime Television

Tonight on Project Runway "the workroom is a war room" as Betty Draper herself (aka January Jones) takes a turn in the guest judges chair. As the designers attempt to pay homage to the timeless elegance of Jackie O, Team BPR will have all of our usual episode night fun in store. "It's a work room you won't want to miss." Well, we won't! Here's the plan:

• Tbone and (maybe) suzq will be hosting the live play by play/party room beginning at 8:30 p.m. All are welcome to participate as we watch Epiosde 8 "A Rough Day On The Runway" together.
• After the show, visit our weekly reactions thread to share your thoughts on was in and who was auf.

It's Thursday on BPR - we'll see you on the runway!

Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 7

Our polls for Episode 7 are closed. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Andy South deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You also clashed with the judges and felt that Ivy should have been the 'auf.' Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 8 poll.

There is Still Time...

Photo: ProjectRunway.com

There is still time to bid in the episode 7 auctions. Right now, Michael Drummond's design has the highest price. Click here to see all of the garments.

There is also still time to vote in our episode 7 poll. Did you agree with the judges? Click here to vote.

MBFW - Part 2 -Project Runway Season 8 Finale Show

Photo: WireImage/F. Harrison

On Thursday morning we headed to Lincoln Center for the Project Runway Finale show. We weren't sure how the new venue would be different from Bryant Park, but honestly, I think it's better. Chloe Dao texted me early and we arranged to meet her at the entrance.

It was a lot of fun to reconnect with many of the designers from former seasons and also to meet the season 8 designers at the show. The Scarlett was busy posting updates for you. The first thing we checked was the guest judge's seat.

I'd like to go on record as stating that I believe that Jessica Simpson is a brilliant choice as a judge. According to Forbes, (July 2010) her shoes and accessory designs bring in $500 MILLION a year. That's a lot of success and experience in fashion. I'm looking forward to hearing her insights.

The Scarlett continued to give you updates, posting from her cell phone. Tbone set up his laptop to "Cover-it-live." I relaxed and enjoyed the show. Thanks Team

Valerie's collection was wonderful. I loved the color and the shapes and the fun. I didn't love the wigs, but that's a small issue.

Gretchen is super tall, thin and prettier than she appears on screen. I asked if she had ever modeled and of course she has. Her line is made from sustainable fabrics. Gretchen definitely has a future in fashion.

I have always liked Andy. From the first time I watched his audition video and saw his clever sleeve detail I was enchanted and declared him "my favorite." His finale collection is strong and a definite contender.

I also think April's collection is strong and very original. I loved her inspiration and the timing for this sort of look is perfect. Her collection also read clearly as a "spring" collection with the dusty-doll pastel-ish colors and I really liked it.

My favorite finale collection though, was Mondo's. I enjoyed the whimsy and the bright cheerfulness of his collection. I also kind of love him. He was completely charming and adorable when we met him, and I think he would be a great representative for the Project Runway "brand." What do you think?

Tim's Video Blog - Season 8, Episode 7

From The Mailbox

Please welcome a new recapper, Kenda!

Tampa's Creative Loafing looks at the Project Runway Finale Show. (Purists beware, there are photos of the finale designs.)

CBS New York reviews Malan Breton's SS11 Collection here.

Tim Gunn is at The Mall of America tonight. Click here for more information.

Click here for a new interview with Casanova.

Win a Tim Gunn Original! Episode 7 Trivia Contest

Tim added an original "TimDoodle" to this autographed copy of "Gunn's Golden Rules: Life's Little Lessons for Making it Work" making it extra special. This is the prize for the winner of this week's trivia contest. Please send your answers to Team BPR with "Trivia Contest" in the subject line. Good luck!

1. What did the girls place on April's bed to welcome her?

2. What was the budget for this challenge?

3. Tim tells the designers, "What's critically important in this relationship is _____________."

4. Michael Kors tells Andy and Valerie that, "We judges are ___-________."

5. Kristen Bell's upcoming movie is titled "___ _____."

6. Michael Drummond says that Ivy's model "...kinda looks like the ______ __ _______."

7. The top three designers in this challenge are April, Andy and __________.

8. What color is Mondo's bow tie? (Worn during the judging of this episode.)

9. How much was Casanova disappointed?

10. What is the name of the boat featured in this episode?

UPDATE: We have a winner! Congratulations Ann L. I will post the answers in the comments.

BPR Interview with Casanova

Project Runway season 8 designer, Casanova talks about his experience on the show.

Click here for the podcast.

Click here for Casanova's Finale Collection.

Thank you Casanova!

Episode 8 Preview Video

Recapalooza!

Uncle Nick is on fire this week...

Eric3000: the Fox News of Project Runway recappers...

It's so great to have Ms. Place back...

Laura Bennett is throwing people out of moving cars...

Carol Hannah writes little letters...

JordanBaker continues the Swatch watch...

Maxthegirl says April is Molly Ringwald...

Katnap saw April on a very specific vacation...

Democracy Diva cannot support the panty...

Miz Shoes calls it the best epiosde ever?

Elisa: yes, you were the only one...

Brian does a little catching up...

Gina would totally wear Casanova's look...

C(h)oco Chanel loved the challenge...

Second City Style has all the quotes...

And Toyouke figures out why April is lonely.

Thank you recappers, see you next week!

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