Wednesday, March 08, 2006

OF COURSE WE'RE LIVE-POSTING TONIGHT

It's our Wednesday night tradition! TBone and everyone else, join the party here!

170 comments:

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I'm off to find my Full Dan Fan shirt!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Found it...
I wonder where Daniel's viewing party is?
I'm not stalking Momma K, I'm "dream-dating." ;)

Tbone said...

Hi everyone - well, this is it! Our last night of partying together at Mom's house. Three cheers for Laura!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Hip-hip-hooray!
Hip-hip-hooray!
Hip-hip-hooray!

T-bone, you also deserve some cheers! Thanks to all who made this site so amusing!

Tbone said...

Tonight we say farewell to Season 2 - our Wednesday nights will never be the same...

I'll be doing play-by-play and I'm counting on the rest of you for plenty of snark and sass.

And we welcome 'anonymous' back to celebrate with us for the finale. Keep it clean, play fair and have fun!

Cents and Sensibility said...

Man I wish I had that Santino Rice shirt they are selling on his www.SantinoRice.com website for the finale...

I am totally making my own - and buying one to wear to work next week AFTER HE WINS!

Fingers crossed...

jen said...

Anyone in Houston? I might drop by.....

-----------------------------

Is Chloe in or out? Watch the finale with her and find out

Well, here it is: the moment of truth. Is local designer Chloe Dao the winner of Project Runway? Did the diminutive designer and owner of Lot 8 wow judges and the fashion elite in New York during Olympus Fashion Week? Regardless of the outcome, she still rocks in my book but it would be nice for her to win.

If you want to celebrate and support Dao, head to Farrago in Midtown tonight (March to watch the season finale. She will be there and I can tell you that the party for the premiere episode of Project Runway was fun, and the people who come are fans of the show, Lot 8 and Dao herself.


Details: Doors open at 8 p.m.; show starts at 9 p.m. Free. Farrago, 318 Gray. 713-523-6404.

jen said...

PS: I found that announcement about the finale party in the Houston Chronicle.....

Erica said...

Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?

(Not that I'm addicted or anything. (rubs forearm and gives haunted look)

Tbone said...

Tonight in "Finale Part 2" we finally get to see the Final 3 collections in motion on the runway. So, who's it gonna be?

Will Chloe pull an upset?
DV is the early favorite, is MK still a "Full Dan Fan?"
Santino surprised everyone at OFW, will he rule the runway tonight?

Getting close to show time, stay tuned...

Anonymous said...

I just read this http://www.danielvosovic.net/danielv.html on Daniel's website and this seems like very hard proof that he doesnt win. Throught out the entire season it was emphasized that he didnt have much experience and was just a recent fashion grad... IMO, if he had won, then he wouldnt need to tout all of his previous experience AND from the last paragraph it REALLY doesnt sound like he won... Any thoughts?

Tbone said...

All three are winners in my book. No matter who takes the crown tonight, I wish great success to each of them. It's been an amazing season!

Tbone said...

A special shout-out this evening to BPR friend "scubaotter", Bravo board refugee and constant pursuer of megafauna.

You'll be happy to know that I stoped by Zingerman's today to pick up my special PR party platter, in your honor.

May you always swim with the fishes. (And I mean that in the, er, non-gangster way) :)

Tbone said...

We're On!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

So where were the "help" staying? Were all the designers at the same place?

Tbone said...

40 hours to runway show:

Chloe: "this is a freaking circus"

DV: picks mohair camel at Mood

Tbone said...

Chloe under stress. She and Diana are making a 2nd gold dress. Gives the reins over to Diana...

Tbone said...

Santino: "I'm freaking out Andrae!"

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Stay awake
and make some fashion.

Tbone said...

24 hours until the runway!

Santino: "Whether I finish or send down a naked model, not the end of me as a model"

One last Timpression! Yay!

Tbone said...

Collier from L'Oreal in the house...

Santino is tired, I really feel bad for these guys, lots of stress,...

Tbone said...

Andrae encouraging and supportive to Santino, we love our little lamb!

Tbone said...

Tim in the house looking at the number 13's:

Santino: likes it
DV: pleased
Chloe: more work to do, questions the use of pockets...

Tbone said...

Pulling names fromthe hat on order of presentation:

1.DV
2. Chloe
3. Santino

Kara, anyone??

Tbone said...

10 hours to runway!

Finishing last details. All teams seem to be working well...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I have that tired nervous funny belly feeling for them.

Anonymous said...

How can we vote before we see the collections?

Tbone said...

Don't forget the polls at the Bravo site!

Tbone said...

Top Chef commercial - Nah!

Tbone said...

Final 3 heading to the tents!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

They never got to sleep before the show.

Tbone said...

3 hours to runway!

Lots of work going on backstage...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Daniel's asking his models to help him sew. Eeks!

Tbone said...

Tim is surprised that DV is still sewing!

Tbone said...

Chloe not happy with make-up and hair...

Tbone said...

Nick: "i'm rooting for DV!"

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Oh, I love Nick!!!

"I'm rooting for him."
Me too Nick!!! Me too!

Tbone said...

Dv looking for his happy-hands garage bags...

Tbone said...

15 minutes to runway!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

My heart is racing for them!

Anonymous said...

wow, santino's mom...

Tbone said...

I think Tim hid the bags!

Tbone said...

Santino's mom: "I'm so proud of him!"

Awwwww......

Anonymous said...

http://www.newyorkmetro.com/fashion/fashionshows/
2006/fall/main/newyork/womenrunway/chloedao/

Tbone said...

The crafty bags have been found, much to Tim's chagrin...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

It's here!
It's &%%&#*$ here!!!

I love Daniel's sailor's talk!

Anonymous said...

chloe: i am so happy with what came out of me!

Tbone said...

Heidi on stage (for the 2nd time)...
"Ilove them very much..."

Introduces Debra Messing, Nina, MK...

Tbone said...

DV on stge!

Don't piddle your pants, Jan!!

Tbone said...

DV: dry mouth..

very nervous

"Ilove my family very much...

Tbone said...

Can MK see anything behind those sunglasses?

Tbone said...

LK called the correct #13!

Anonymous said...

is daniels mom wearing one of hs pieces? the draped collar

Tbone said...

Soft-techno music

Hi Rebecca!

writingblind said...

OH! she tripped!

writingblind said...

The clothes really do look better when you see them on a person.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I'm so proud!!!!

Ok, Rebecca tripped--and I'm a bit surprised it didn't happen sooner. I was nervous watching her the entire runway walk.

But his collection is gorgeous!!!
Am I the only one with perma-grin right now?

Anonymous said...

daniel doesn't blow me away...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Ha! T-bone, I just saw your note!!!

Notice-I didn't type while his collection was on. I'm a horrible typist, and had to keep my eyes on the tele!

writingblind said...

Chloe is so cute

Anonymous said...

chloe has a boyfriend?!?

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Here's Chloe's.

Anonymous said...

Chloe: repetitive....oy vey

Anonymous said...

Michael Kors shouldn't say anything about her tripping. Jennnifer Garner was wearing one of his dresses when she tripped on the Oscar stage!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Is that Santino singing the track for his show as well?

Anonymous said...

i am in for santino...yup.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Those long dresses are killing me! I'm so scared to see someone fall on their face!

Anonymous said...

Everything looks much better than I expected. Neat!

And I saw Alison!
Her walk IS fierce!

Anonymous said...

i think i wish santinos was more cohesive.

writingblind said...

Looks like the record's about to skip

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I think the boob comment is for Chloe. Something bothered me about the shape of her upper-bodies.

DeDe said...

i can't take it anymore!!!!!! the suspense is killing me

Anonymous said...

daniel v's was beautiful, but reminded me a lot of banana republic. it seemed too boring. i loved santino's collection.

DeDe said...

i think the prints chloe chose were fug, and i totally agree that the cohesiveness didn't come through

Alicia said...

I'm stuck in a hotel room in Utah without Bravo - keep the details coming!

Anonymous said...

Chloe's collection looks much better on the runway than in pictures! I hope she wins!

DeDe said...

why the hell does debra messing have a right to judge this thing anyway? seriously, does she have any relevant credentials?

Anonymous said...

is the judging same day?

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Interviewing Daniel--Nina-he showed a range.

Noone saw his Asian influence.

DeDe said...

i disagree with nina, i think daniel's collection was cohesive, if boring

Anonymous said...

nina! saying santino is out of charater! ugh!

okay, now she;s saying moe matue santino...he's the bad boob guy...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Oops-boob comment was for Santino. Heidi and Kors don't like his fits.

Nina's looking for his original style--but didn't they want him to tame down his designs.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Debra thought Chloe's 13th was "fantastic".

Anonymous said...

chloe's collection is too boring and matchy-matchy.

Anonymous said...

daniel did not need to roll his eyes while santino was talking

Anonymous said...

i'm a Chloe fan all the way...... BUT i feel now that she shouldn't win! AHHHHHH! She already has a business... give it to the others.

Anonymous said...

i do not think anyon told a good story here...

Anonymous said...

debra messing is ANNOYING!

Anonymous said...

Dan is sooooooooooo gonna win this.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

My computer is going SOOOOO slow. This party must be raging. Hee!

The judges have all said their comments!
I still don't know who it is!!!

Anonymous said...

AHHHHHHHHHHH! comercial suspense!!!

DeDe said...

oh god, what the hell are we all going to do with our lives after the next 8 minutes?

Trish said...

haha! so do I Travis!

DeDe said...

:-)

Anonymous said...

I know everyone loves Daniel- but GO CHLOE. I love her.

(Of course, if she loses I'm pretty ok with the other ones too.)

Anonymous said...

i still say santino...though i am concened that tim gunn's "undewhelmedness" is the give away to the winning collection...

DeDe said...

anybody sticking around for top chef?

Anonymous said...

If Chloe doesn't win, she already has a business to fall back on. Give it to Dan V. (even though his collection wasn't the most cohesive). I feel like the judges are going to discount him just cuz he said "asian" and "military" b/c it was sooooo not that. Why did he SAY THAT?

writingblind said...

To quote the Manolo: Ayyy! The suspense, it is killing me

Anonymous said...

I have to say before this is over, that I think that last year's finale collections were overall better. Jay McCarroll made a full length dress that he dyed in many different colors. Kara Saun's dresses were also beautiful and even Wendy's were more ornate (although not nec as pretty) than the ones here. When they just said that they gave them $8,000 for this collection I thought-- where did it all go, in terms of materials...?

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I can't stand that it's almost over though!

Anonymous said...

Santino is the only one who deserves to win!

Anonymous said...

that would be pointing to daniels...that tim gunnness that is...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Santino is OUT!

Anonymous said...

o, man! santino is out!!!

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Come on Dan my man!!!

Anonymous said...

SAD santino's out!

Anonymous said...

What!!!!

Santino's pieces were so beautiful!

Everyone else's pieces were horse crap!

What was up with Chloe's huge circus sleeves?

What was up with Daniel's poorly tailored/executed pieces?

I'm so angry.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Awwww--hugs between Chloe and Daniel!!!

Anonymous said...

chloe won!!! Yay!!!! (sorry I love daniel too)

Anonymous said...

Chloe's collection isn't nice at all, she shouldn't win for that. I liked her through out the show but that collection is bad. Daniel's is really good but I like Santino's better. I hope its Daniel or Santino.

Anonymous said...

I BLAME DEBRA MESSING FOR THIS! I HATE HER!

DeDe said...

models can talk!

Anonymous said...

I am FAR too invested in this show. I burst into tears when Daniel didn't win. Gah.

Anonymous said...

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!

Anonymous said...

My god! Santino's clothes were the only ones that were ACTUALLY WEARABLE. This is incredible.

Well, I hope someone else scoops up Santino. He deserves it.

Anonymous said...

My dog could make a better collection than Chloe WTF?! I am happy for Grace though.

Anonymous said...

CHLOE ROCKS !! YAY !!
Her collection is the most couture, that's probably the 'X' factor that makes her won.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Oh, they're so good to Daniel...

Kors offered him a job. I'm happy for Chloe--but just jealous right now that she got so many hugs from Daniel-and a kiss on the head!!!

Ok, I'll let everyone celebrate Chloe now!!!! She was one of my top 3 choices all along...

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Nothing like a convertable baby!!!

twinkiesmom said...

YEAH! Finally, quality is rewarded!

FancyPants said...

Why does someone who already has a business win? Why should somebody who already has a business even be on the show? Same reason it would have been insane for Kara Saun to win last year- remember "Shoegate"? ha ha...

Anonymous said...

chloe's collection was couture...if you mean chintzy oversized Texas bridemaid's collections. Those green dresses with the ribbon reminded me of Christmas trees.

Anonymous said...

I like Chloe well enough and I loved her designs on the show (except for that last one) but her collection was awful. I think Santino described it best when he said something about it looking like a couch was coming at you.

Anonymous said...

Poor Daniel, he was robbed. I think the judges knew who they wanted to win all along, Chloe could have sent muumuus down the runway and still won. Ugh, poor Santino no matter what he made and how good it was they would never let him win.

Anonymous said...

Wow! Does everyone know who won or are you all on the west coast??

Don't want to ruin it for everyone!

Anonymous said...

I loved everyone's work for their final collection.

Chloe's work reminded me of those Koi fish. It made me want more. I wonder what her daywear looks like.

Daniel's work was solid and even pretty but it reminded me of Talbot's.

Santino's work had some great touches but I agree with the judges that the fit issues implied that he sees the dresses too independently of the women who will wear them.
Who does he make these things for?

Who I really wanted to win?
Nick or Andrae.

Thanks for allowing me to post!

Anonymous said...

Congrats Chloe! I always thought that Chloe came in 2nd too many times during the show- its thrilling to see her win and touching too (8 siblings in a prison camp as a child in Laos.) She's understated and I'm glad that this great thing finally happened to her.
Daniel is talented, but he'll have time to rock the world-- its obvious that many people will start commissioning dress from him shortly

Anonymous said...

All I have to say is:

DANIEL VOSOVIC FOR MICHAEL KORS.

The end.

Anonymous said...

Well, I'm happy for Chloe. I did like her things. But, I can't say I'm not somewhat disappointed for Daniel. I just hope he doesn't go to work for Michael Kors. DON'T DO IT DANIEL!!!

Anonymous said...

I'm shocked and disappointed. I don't' know what else to say except thanks so much for putting this site together. It has been fun!

writingblind said...

I still wish we could have seen Kara's line but I'm happy for all them no matter what.

*Sigh* Now what are we gonna do?

Anonymous said...

I am so glad that Chloe won. I can't be some of you guys are pissed that she won. What's wrong with you. Many of you were hoping that she would be in the top three and now you are mad that she won? Give me a break. Let's be happy about it. It's a good thing that Santino didn't win because he got what was coming for him. I'm sorry that DV didn't win, but I was rooting for him and Chloe. I guess I'll see the show in two hours.

Anonymous said...

Not crazy about Chloe's Fashion Week designs but she definitely has the talent to pull off whatever Banana Republic wants from her. Her critical eye for detail will take her far and can only infuse her own line with that little extra something.

Way to go, Chloe!
xo

FancyPants said...

Could a couple people respond regarding how they feel about people with established businesses
competing? I'm really feeling like it's not giving somebody without resources an opportunity to get started. It's kind of like a car dealer winning a car or something.......

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I'm a bit sad. But not so much. I LOVED Daniel's collection-and I look forward to getting something, anything of his someday.

Such a great opportunity to jump-start his fashion career.

Wishing you all the very best Daniel. Give a shout when you're ready for that next tat!

Anonymous said...

i would have loved to see kara's collection against the others...

Anonymous said...

Hi guys,

Huge Runway fan who just discovered this blog tonight. Where have I been?! I've been a huge Chloe fan all season. While the pink dress did look like it was trying to eat the model who wore it...I'm still so thrilled for her. I think she's gonna pull out something fab. And I also have a feeling we haven't seen the last of Santino. Daniel V.? Meh. I could've done without him. Based on the shows, I actually think Kara should've won. But what do I know?

Anonymous said...

I like Chloe but that collection just did not deserve to win. I really thought Daniel or Santino was going to get it. I am pretty dissapointed and sad right now. At least we had a great time watching this season. "Make it work" is now a permanant part of my vocabulary. Thank you Laura for this blog and thanks to T-Bone for your great live postings. See you all for season 3!

Anonymous said...

Did anyone notice some of Kara's models (wearing her hats) in some of the backround shots? Made me laugh. In other news...
Daniel, boy, I am going to find a way to buy that white coat. I absolutley loved his collection (and Santino's)...actually, Chloe was the person who I thought would be auffed first. Oh, well, best of luck to all three!
Not complaining about the Chloe win, though. I do love Grace XD.

Anonymous said...

I do think Chloe's pieces have been great and I agree 100% with the judges constant arguement that she knows a woman's body. I do think she is deserving to win. I actually think all three of them were equally deserving. But I can't help but feel a little disappointed in the fact that Daniel won so many challenges and made so many impeccably beautiful pieces, including his WEARABLE looking collection tonight, and yet he didn't get the winning title. Oh well. BEST OF LUCK TO THEM ALL!

writingblind said...

What's with all the haters? Lighten up, it's just fashion.

Anonymous said...

I think the judges held Dan's age against him. That is so wrong!!! I like Chloe and I liked her collection pretty well. But, I really think Dan should have won. Or, maybe Michael Kors jumped at this opportunity to try and benefit from young talent. Daniel, you aren't going to need to work for Michael Kors or anyone else. But, hey, I'm just so happy that Santino didn't win!!! His bad behavior got him a whole lot further than it should have.

Anonymous said...

what the hellll! I just don't think Cloe should have won! Not unless we're in a time warp and I'm in 1986.

those print dresses...anyone else thinking LAURA ASHLEY??? blegh!
and the shiny pink dress with the huuuge sleeves! Is that supposed to be wearable? I wouldn't be caught dead wearing that.

Santino's on the other hand, I would wear most of it! He should have won...but in the end I think they were scared of getting screamed at by the many people who hated him.

Why was Debra Messing a judge??? She's an actress. I think Will and grace sucks and I never liked her, and I like her even less for helping Cloe to win and Santino to loose. Damn I'm pissed.

Ha but we have the pleasure of knowing that Cloe's awkward 'butt dance' behind the screen will be replayed time and time again on Season 3. (like Jays' little jump was)

In the end Santino was the most memorable and talented and he will probably be more successful than any of them in 5 years.

~MissCreant

Anonymous said...

i didn't like chloe's collection, but how did this joke start that her sisters made her collection? seriously, let's think of a valid reason why she shouldn't have won...

Anonymous said...

Why is everyone hating on the shape of Chloe's designs? 80s prom dress, not even close. Try Balenciaga, kids.

FancyPants said...

"Miss Creant"!!!!

Love it~

Anonymous said...

do you think Michael Kors personally designs everything he produces? i don't see a problem with diana owning the 13th.

Anonymous said...

lol thanks fancy pants, it's my DJ name ;)

Anonymous said...

haters, lighten up, it's just fashion.

Anonymous said...

How many times was Daniel complimented for his class and sophistication this season? Age is a cop out excuse.

Anonymous said...

Balenciaga's look has already been done.. BY BALENCIAGA. It looks like Chloe just lifted the look for an edge. Lame.

I have to say I didn't like Santino while watching earlier episodes, but I do realize that producers edit this to make people look bad.

His pieces this whole season were amazing, even though he didn't really follow the guidelines strictly (e.g. the ice skating dress was totally impractical). But he IS fashion.

SANTINO, YOU RULE.

FancyPants said...

Not so much with the Balenciaga anymore. Check it out.


http://www.balenciaga.com/show_ss06.html

"Balenciaga's dead, and I'm not feeling that good myself"

Anonymous said...

tonight was just a big letdown for me.

santino had the better collection. hands down.

Patreesha said...

http://www.euskalerria.org/museoak/argazkiak/balenciaga.jpg

Balenciaga? Or Chloe? Can you tell the difference?

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I have to stop reading. When the show ended I was upset-but it's over-done-can't change what happened.
But now I am getting pissy. I always liked Chloe's designs-her flower power and ice skating designs wee among my favorites all season, but I didn't like this collection.
I wish Daniel's collection was chosen. I miss him already.

FancyPants said...

Right on,Patreesha. Where have all the 80's broads gone?

Omigod- I'm here on the West Coast waiting and watching. It's Andrae's 10 minute meltdown. Our little lamb.

katiecoo said...

Congrats Chloe!

To Santino I say two words:

Clay Aiken.

Cheers to you all!

Patreesha said...

Fancypants, even MY comment about the earlier comment being deleted was DELETED!

Who is censoring this stuff? Why is it bad to say that Debra Messing dresses like an 80's broad from Dallas?

Aren't we entitled to our opinions? And seriously, who is a Debra Messing fan anyway? Who chose her to be a judge?

Makes no sense!

FancyPants said...

I'm strictly going off the photos on the web, since I haven't seen the show yet, but "Couch comin' at ya" is sticking in my head. And probably will for a long time - Chloe or no Chloe. What a great comment!

memee said...

I'm completely surprised Santino was auf'd first - that made no sense to me, as his was clearly the best collection. But I'm happy for Chloe - I'm sure she'll use the money well.

katiecoo said...

I think Sarah Jessica Parker needs to guest judge next season. She loves PR and IS NY fashion in my opinion.

FancyPants said...

Patreesha~

I liked Debra Messing when she was on Ned & Stacey with Thomas Haden Church (from the movie Sideways), but seriously, what does a TV actress with a "pretend" gay best friend know about fashion? Maybe she only knows "pretend" style, too. I kid with love- just like Santino ;^)

Anonymous said...

After finally seeing all 3 shows in motion, I knew it was going to be Chloe. Her collection, albeit shiny and 80's-looking, was absolute perfection in tailoring and lines. In fashion, who's to say that what was once old, can't be new again?

And IMO, she was the consummate marketer as well. Either that, or she sold her enthusiasm for her collection better than Santino or David combined. When you show at FW, you HAVE to be convinced that your pieces are the MOST beautiful things you've created to date...and she absolutely did that.

Congrats to all 3, I'm sure they will ALL go far.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

I feel like we should break out in the "Good Night" song from Sound of Music now....
In honor of Mom's viewing of it with the boys of 35D (dream date), and to send off this great season.

Patreesha said...

Exactly what I was thinking, JRT

FancyPants said...

" In fashion, who's to say that what was once old, can't be new again?"


Rummaging around for my old plastic go-go boots......

And a Krystal Carrington wig.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

Ok-so I feel like a traitor right now-but I still have Bravo on and I'm watching Top Chef while getting over Daniel's loss...
Harold-is the son of a kindergarten teacher I work with. I think I'll still be at Bravo Wednesday nights.

Still won't be the same without Daniel. :( I'm going through withdrawal already-when do the repeats start again?

FancyPants said...

Greatest Hits:

"I don't care if you cry, but you gotta cry AND cut!"

Dang, it's been fun.

Jan the Dan Fan said...

It's midnight here on the east coast, and the repeat just started.

Thank goodness I have videos planned for my classes tomorrow because of course I can't go to sleep. I need my second Daniel fix.