As all the designers convene in Bryant Park to drink some Moet and wait for Heidi and Tim, we meet the boy named Marion. Marion owns a flower shop in Dallas, Texas and designs his clothes on days that no one's apologizing to their wives, dying in a hospital, or getting married. He's very shy and soft spoken, and he looks very fragile and morbidly depressed. Cheer up, dude. Lots of guys have girl names in 2007. We're not gonna beat you up, this is your turf! Marion's portfolio shots are very chic and inventive, so I hope he takes his vitamin B and gets some sun and doesn't have a meltdown. He can be a contender. Look! He put a huge fabric flower on one of his dresses! That's so a sign of talent this year.
Flowers are so beautiful and then they just die. Everything dies! Nice to meet you.
Next up is Christina, who's come up with the name Kit Pistol to use as her "Mark Twain". Oh, for goodness sakes. Which one is talking to us now? Christina or Pistol? Which is the one with the shitty dye job again? Pistol says her motto is "Life's too short to have on a bad outfit." Ha. I like this girl, but one of her portfolio pics gives me pause.
You look pretty enough to decapitate in a head vise.
The scaredy pants crying guy of the season is Ricky Lizalde, who just isn't sure if he's good enough for this competition. Aw. Then most likely you're not. Who's ever said "I'm not good enough" and won a reality show? It's too bad, because he's really funny and makes lots of Mexican jokes, which I wholeheartedly endorse. Ricky wears one of his trademark "kooky" hats as he cries and emotes during his first interview and says that this isn't just a game, it's his LIFE! Lingerie design is like really (gaspy breath tear choke) deep for him because he's from a poor family of fourteen and he grew up in a two bedroom apartment. I know I'm supposed to feel all warm and compassionate inside from hearing that tale of woe, but I can't help but sympathize with the Lizalde Family's downstairs neighbors. Fourteen people? Is that even legal? Dear Mexico, wear a condom. Love, Flipit.
You'd be traumatized too if you had to share a bathroom with thirteen people.
Finally, Heidi and Tim arrive at the park to deliver the first challenge of the season. Gunn looks more casual than I've ever seen him, and I'm not sure how I feel about this new, tie free, carefree, wealthier Tim. I didn't know he had a collar bone, and I didn't need to. And is that a sunburn? And are those JEANS? You go with your man of leisure self, Gunn! Can't begrudge a man you love of the fame and fortune he so rightly deserves, and I am filled with joy the second I see him without that harpy, Veronica Webb. Things are back to how they should be. Heidi, on the other hand, is just one giant slap in the face to any woman who's had a baby in the past year (or two. Or ten.) That body is simply not fair, and if she doesn't showcase some loose skin and stretch marks soon, I'm organizing a protest on behalf of moms who aren't, well, Heidi Klum.
Who's with me?
After Tim blows the usual "you're the best group of designers we've ever had" smoke up the newbie's asses, Heidi motions to the three empty tents standing in the park. The challenge will to be to design and construct something out of the tent fabric. Christian's like oh Haaaayl no. He doesn't use cheap plastic crap. Don't worry, you angry little lez, the walls are lined with a tons of expensive fabric from Mood. Psych! That Heidi's a real trickster. They will have ten minutes to pick their fabric, and whoever runs to the tents first gets first choice. Hey! I call fat discrimination! Stop being a skinny bitch, Heidi!
Way to add an element of danger, Bravo.
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Comments (21)
Damn you Filpit, I had to spend the last few minutes cleaning my computer screen after the spit take I did because of "Dear Mexico, wear a condom. Love Flipit" I love a good so not-PC joke. This is going to be the best season ever. What with a wonderful little lesbian-man, a fabulous float build (come on, the Rose Parade has nothing on a fat man dressed as Wonder Woman), the wonderful Rami (who I loved in that "I'm too sexy video), and of course a designer who makes those skinny models poop fabric. I'm rolling on the floor with joy at the start of a new season and new recaps from the incredible Flipit. Bless you and your insightful wisdom. Now go out there and condom up Mexico.
1 of 21 | Posted by Bremm | Posted on November 16, 2007 8:21 AM
I've been waiting soooo long for Project Runway to start again and it did not disappoint!! Loved the recap. Elisa is definitely loony-tunes. Reminds me of Andrea (think thats her name from last season with all the crazy flower things all over her garments), wait I take that back, Elisa makes her look sane. Rami's dress looked like a cross between Santino and Uli. I have a feeling that all his dresses are going to look the same. Love Chris and Christian so far. The coming attractions from next week look like someone (Jack) is having a meltdown. Can't wait!!!
2 of 21 | Posted by featherhead | Posted on November 16, 2007 10:36 AM
It's about time someone read Mexico the riot-act, thank you Flipit.
Angela was the crazy lady from last season. It looks like Elisa is all kinds of Angela.
I was wondering when Ricky said he designed lingerie, how does a gay man know what I like to see? His dress was disappointingly modest, especially compared to the other babydoll dresses. But oh how I love them. Wait, what was I saying?
Awesome recap...
3 of 21 | Posted by Treadingonme | Posted on November 16, 2007 11:17 AM
Great Recap!!!
I am so excited that PR is back on, and this cast seems just as F'd up as all the rest!
Some thoughts:
1. I think I am the only one that kinda liked Ricky's babydoll dress, I'm not fashion expert, but I thought it was super-cute!
2. Along the same lines, while I really liked Raimi, I didn't like his grey toga - it really wasn't flattering on his model..
3. Was it me, or did most of the models sort of suck at walking? Maybe they need to use the ANTM winners, they totally need jobs.
4. I was iffy on Christian too, but when he said, "don't go into the fearbox people" I immediately loved him!!
5. Finally, OMG - Michael Kors cracks me up, he looks more and more like Joan Rivers every day!
YAY for more Project Runway!
4 of 21 | Posted by carmelicious | Posted on November 16, 2007 12:00 PM
Flipit, I once binged on gabardine and threw up a gorgeous Burberry overcoat.
Thanks for the prompt and hilarious recap. Can't wait to share this season with you!
5 of 21 | Posted by RachWho? | Posted on November 16, 2007 12:22 PM
Hurray! A Flipit recap!
Whenever I see there's a new Flipit recap, I start mentally singing the Flipper theme song, and, you know substituting in the word "Flipit" for "Flipper." Is that WRONG?
Anyway, I loved the show, but the recap was even better. LOL, and all that. I think Rami is the best designer, but I didn't really like the toga. And *small voice* I didn't really think the babydoll was that bad (??). Why? 'cause I got no taste! (who cares?)
LOVED ELISE. And Christian. And the drag queen guy.
Yay! again for a new season.
6 of 21 | Posted by Lime23 | Posted on November 16, 2007 1:02 PM
Does anyone know where I can watch Project Runway online? We don't get Bravo around here for some reason.
7 of 21 | Posted by gigglesgirlee | Posted on November 16, 2007 1:48 PM
Love this season. Waiting for some drama from Carmen and Christian. Elisa is so out there. The object of the first challenge was to show who you were. I think Elisa should've won that challenge because she really showed herself.
8 of 21 | Posted by likris | Posted on November 16, 2007 2:15 PM
The only thing that makes me happier than the return of PR is that Flipit is recapping! Except that I can't go along with the Christian love, he strikes me as a pain in the ass, but that will make things interesting. And Elisa is going to be a riot, definitely this season's Vincent.
Carmelicious (post #4), I agree with you about the sucky models. I read somewhere that they aren't paid for this show, the publicity is supposed to be its own reward, so that's probably why you don't see any budding Giseles or Alek Weks strutting their stuff.
9 of 21 | Posted by greeneyes | Posted on November 16, 2007 2:30 PM
Oh Flippy, how prompt of you--is it too late to buy you that Annie wig? Anything for you, oh master of recaps! Well, I've no taste either, but I saw all kinds of fug marching down that runway . . . yeeeech!!! I thought the baby doll dress was the only one that looked wearable/marketable . . . I like shiny, and it looked very nicely constructed and the bodice was pretty . . . but that toga . . . hmmm, good thing I can seperate lust and fashion, Rami's the hot one for me, and rather graceful, less of an "all about me" than I thought, so far . . . but back to that toga . . . I wish it did have smurfs on it, then there would have been at least something interesting . . . yawn . . . they should not be awarding wins based on potential.
Overall I enjoyed the show, I'll hold out on the Lez and see what she does next time, but that was *wretch* ah *wretch* ah, ok, just not for me. Jack's looked like a Uli, esp. the neckline, and Chris' also looked like a Uli . . . maybe I'm crazy, maybe it's the crack . . . I dunno, but I do like dolls and marionettes . . .
10 of 21 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on November 16, 2007 4:10 PM
This is aired on Bravo right? I don't get it. It was definitely not on in Canada. No idea why - we got last season. Weird..and annoying.
Thanks for the recap though! Keeps me up to date.
Ugh. Jeffrey's neck is so creepy long I am GLAD that I do not have to look at him anymore.
And P.S. John Wayne, the best tough cowboy ever had the lovely original first name of Marion. And there's also Chandler Marion Bing. So Marion is in good company.
11 of 21 | Posted by georgiababe | Posted on November 16, 2007 4:44 PM
This is aired on Bravo right? I don't get it. It was definitely not on in Canada. No idea why - we got last season. Weird..and annoying.
Thanks for the recap though! Keeps me up to date.
Ugh. Jeffrey's neck is so creepy long I am GLAD that I do not have to look at him anymore.
And P.S. John Wayne, the best tough cowboy ever had the lovely original first name of Marion. And there's also Chandler Marion Bing. So Marion is in good company.
12 of 21 | Posted by georgiababe | Posted on November 16, 2007 4:49 PM
Oops, sorry for the double post. I didn't press post more than once, I swear. I don't know what happened...
13 of 21 | Posted by georgiababe | Posted on November 16, 2007 4:53 PM
Flipit! Fantastic recap as always -- great to have you back on a show you clearly love! I'd forgotten how dangerous it is to eat while reading one of your recaps -- one of these days I'm going to be found dead on my couch, a piece of bagel lodged in my throat and a Flipit recap on my screen. This time it was the head vise screengrab that nearly did me in.
As for the contestants, I'm really liking Chris so far -- I thought that dress was gorgeous. I also liked Jack's piece and didn't mind Ricky's babydoll dress. I hated Rami's dress, it was so frumpy and blah. I'm shocked it won. But I like him, so I hope his future stuff is better!
14 of 21 | Posted by LoLo | Posted on November 16, 2007 8:05 PM
Flipit, this recap was so funny I pooped fabric. This is going to be a fabulous season!
15 of 21 | Posted by Mrs_Petersen | Posted on November 16, 2007 10:51 PM
Headroll headroll earring dangle.
'nuf said.
16 of 21 | Posted by sweetleaf | Posted on November 17, 2007 9:46 AM
Hey georgiababe:
It probably won't air until the new year in Canada because they are airing Project Runway Canada now with Iman (yawn). And if the last 2 seasons are any indication, it won't run on Bravo Canada either. It most likely run on Slice.
We'll just have to live vicarously thru TVgasm recaps. Sigh.
17 of 21 | Posted by neverenuftv | Posted on November 17, 2007 4:41 PM
joan rivers?? lolollll
guys thanks so much for all the comments. i live for them. i know it's shallow, but well, you know me. for those of you out of the country, doesn't itunes sell it? if not, try a torrent site. isohunt is pretty awesome and usually has the ep up the next day. but you didn't hear it from me. LOVE
flip
18 of 21 | Posted by flipit | Posted on November 17, 2007 9:30 PM
Hey Flipit,
Thanks for the tip, I'm outside the US as well, so I miss all the great Bravo shows you recap.
As for this recap it was brilliant as always. I'm a little behind on bestowing praise in my comments so this compliment also extends to my love for your recent Kitchen Nightmares recap.
What's with that guy (Kevin, was it?) coming in the first day and declaring how straight he is? What's the point of coming on the gayest show in existence only to try and shove the fact that you're straight down everyone's throat (wait, that sounds unintentionally dirty).
Rami is hot but that dress looked like a spruced up toga. Did anyone else notice that he looks exactly like Isaac on The Real World. Jewish guys with shaved heads are smoking hot, who knew.
And Flipit, please continue bashing those garment flower thingies, that just looks like something a grandmother would wear to church, when did that become the height of fashion?
19 of 21 | Posted by bdos88 | Posted on November 18, 2007 11:04 AM
great, just great,
nothing can beat your perfection...
you have spoiled me to all other recappers.....
i may have to sue you
xoxox
20 of 21 | Posted by giffordsaz | Posted on November 18, 2007 2:02 PM
Yay, it's BACK! And so is Flipit. Yay, yay, all around.
Okay, first, Rami's dress looked like a purse I once saw. It was like this, but had a stupid looking rosette:
www.bagsbuy.com/pi/indon/indon126533_54355_lg.jpg
I don't get him, or the praise heaped upon him; and his Jessica Alba dress was FUG! wth? Christian -- another one I'm not feeling. Literally and figuratively. I didn't like his outfit at all, but his bitchy attitude will undoubtedly prove fruitful. And Elisa is nuttier than a pecan pie.
Thanks for the recap!
21 of 21 | Posted by Memememe | Posted on November 18, 2007 3:36 PM