Project Runway--Back Again

Yes, they aired the reunion show right after the finale (when it was on Bravo, they usually aired it a week later). Both contestants and models were there. Tim and Nina presided, asking (provoking) the questions and reactions. Ping cried...again...because of her perceived harsh treatment. Emilio said he was shocked he didn't win since the judges said they just loved his collection (he came off as somewhat accusatory).

One or two even lashed out at Tim Gunn (sacrilege lol) accusing him of trash talking some of the contestants (he deflected it well). I've always hoped Tim would agree to do DWTS at some point so we can learn more about him. I doubt he ever would, though.

The biggest drama in the half-hour show was when Jay made his distasteful remark about Cerri (the model from Ireland), saying she had bad teeth and thick legs....she was sitting right there! Everyone was speechless with the camera panning the shocked faces. He offered a lame excuse that she shouldn't have criticized his designs.

And yes, I also knew the minute Michael said Emilio's showing was a 'line' that he wouldn't win. The editing this season was pretty transparent. My biggest annoyance was the 'time crunch' story line week after week. I just got so tired of the contestants complaining of never having enough time. I love fashion, so I'll keep watching if they bring the series back...and as long as Tim stays.

The first show of the new season is tonight. I'll be watching.

I set the DVR. Looks like it's gone from a 60 minute show to 90 minutes. Hopefully they'll show us more of the 'creative' process.

I have my DVR set, too. I'm also recording the show that follows, Austin and Santino on the Road. I don't know what it's about, but if those two are traveling together, someone's going to get hurt.

Didn't like the winner. Didn't agree with the loser. (What else is new?) Way too many people. Nobody stood out for me (yet). Didn't instantly dislike anybody either (unusualy for me).

So what did you guys think?

Not watching Santino and Austin.

Loved both of them on their seasons.

I thought they were a bit harsh on the gal who made 'pants from pants'. I really liked some of her designs from the bio video.

The guy that stapled the kimono (backwards lol) could have gone and I wouldn't have cared.

The winner who made that adorable dress in 5 hours impressed me. I'd so buy that dress.

The winner was not that exciting. I thought the one that got cut should have stayed. I think they let her go because she wasn't feisty. That Casanova character...what is his deal? He looks like had a severe head trauma or maybe a fetal alcohol syndrome victim. I mean there's something wrong with that boy.

I also watched Austin and Santino. It was cute. They travel somewhere, make a dress for someone and leave.

I thought it was the sad end to some nice clothing. Cutting up those D&G pants was a crime against fashion. Nothing was made that I thought was better than the original garment. Most of it looked like rags in the end. I agree they kept the people who they think will make for good TV. The Kimono guy or Cassanova should have been sent packing.

I didn't care much for any of the designs. Again, I disagreed with the winner. I thought the red dress with the zipper was more appropriate for what they were looking for.

I agreed wholeheartedly with the loser. What the hell was that?

A jumpsuit. Really? What was the great innovation there? In the 80s everyone had that jumpsuit. It didn't look good then and it doesn't look good now. I do have to say, though, on that supermodel it looked great. Personally, I thought Mondo's checked skirt was adorable. He really played it up with the leggings and the shoes, too.

There were some really bad designs this week. Peach's pink polka dots looked like a high school project. I was glad to see Jason go home, too. Enough with the "they don't get my genius" attitude.

Agree with your entire post. If it wasn't for Tim Gunn, I'd have been content to skip this episode. He's the only reason I'm still watching.

Him and Michael Kors. His descriptions crack me up. What did he say this week? Something about an Amish nun?

Hey, Swimpy, I liked Mondo's outfit too. Forgot about that one. How do you already know people's names? It's gonna take me another few weeks, when I become familiar with the crew and when there are fewer names to remember.

I don't know all of their names. Certain people just stand out.

Caught the end of the show again. Two people went home. The guy with the purple cape and the backless blouse was sent packing.

Somehow the woman with the polka dot sundress with the caterpillar crawling down it's back survived.

He does come out with some hilarious zingers

Speaking of the judges...I think this is the first time in the last 3 seasons or so that Heidi isn't pregnant. But...Nina Garcia is LOL.

Nina's pregnant? I didn't even notice!

Yep, congrats to Nina! She's due in December and has a 3 year old at home.

BTW...any idea what Tim meant at the very end when he said that 'we'll be seeing more of Nicholas, just not until after the show'? Nicholas was the one with the cape who cried when he got eliminated. Felt really bad for him.