I was an avid almost obsessive Project Runway watcher. I was glued to the tellie waiting to see what the great designers would come up with week after week – in short, I loved the show – every season, all the designers, and of course Tim Gunn. So, I was a tinge disappointed when Bravo unveiled a Project Runway inspired series called “The Fashion Show” but still curious and ready to watch. Tonight marks the third episode and so far, I have been underwhelmed by the designer’s creations as well as the hosts, fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi and (former?) singer Kelly Rowland… Yes, Kelly looks put together on the show, but I am still uncertain how she became a purveyor of style. Her biting comments, are a bit too scripted, making it seem like the producers specifically told her to make disparaging remarks on purpose while the other host, Isaac tries a little too hard to get into subtle “queen” mode when he finds something distasteful. Annoying.
The designers also put me in a bad mood. It’s no secret that those in fashion like to dress a little more on the avante garde side, but my goodness, Mr. Honduras (Merlin), who himself wears skin-tight pajama-style leggings with riding style fur hats with feathers, and of course his women’s white stiletto go-go boots, makes me question his level of taste (I think he’s going for eclectic equestrian) – However, that being said, his clothing seems to have the most potential at this point.
Other characters like, Johnny who is a little too obsessed with harem pants. 
This ‘09 trend, is very hard to wear, and typically unflattering especially on a man – and his unique coif is a tad unsettling as well – long locks spiraled into a messy bun worn on top of the head… Again, I have to question his ultimate style sense.
So all that complaining aside, I will continue to tune in, perhaps these creators need a few more weeks to get broken in and will wow me in the end with some terrific and cutting edge looks. I’ll be watching.
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I agree!! This fahion show is a low budget version of project runway!! I have yet to be impressed with ANYTHING I have seen slink down the runway!! I totally wondered where kelly rowland came from as well!! Not a “fashion person”
I just hope someone runs around saying… “Make it work designers, make it work”
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