Show time! Rami crosses his fingers, Jillian whisper prayers, and Christian unloads a can of hairspray into the air. That's my boy! Heidi comes onto the runway and gives a holla to every single person who has ever been affiliated with Bravo the audience and then welcomes the Judges. Who made Posh spice and expert on fashion? She's wearing a neon kimono, for chrissakes.
I was just getting out of the shower when this lovely orange blind man and his angry friend invited me to a show. Hip hip.
And why is Scar so pissy?
I think she just spotted Rushdie next to one of the Queer Eyes.
Jillian's up first. She starts with a trench and a red belt. There's also a fedora and cloth covering the models neck like she's lost in the desert. I'll call it the Nancy Drew fights Terrorism look. Next up is a pretty simple skirt with a big crazy afghan scarf. This outfit is interesting only because her model is wearing a Roman fighting helmet thingy. I hope someone smacks her in the back of the head so we can test that sucker out.
Because someone has to do it every year, there's a tribute to horse owners. Seriously, who goes out in public in riding pants? There's a green/gold dress with really nice textural pleats but hideous see thru sleeves followed by a chichi ruffle skirt with a blazer that's rocking shoulders that point upwards. The model is in a constant state of shrugging, like "huh?"
The girl with the unfortunate horizontally striped tee that looks like she beat up Santa Clause and put his wig on her arms works it, and the teenage runaway follows right behind her in a Little Red Riding Hood hooded jacket that I could have sworn I saw at H&M a couple years ago. More riding pants and Roman helmets, then a bustier with beautiful fan pants. There's a decent blue cocktail dress followed by a girl dressed like she's wearing a dry cleaning bag. The audience loves her, but then again, who doesn't love dry cleaning? The final look is a really gorgeous jaket. I have no idea how she got that ripply texture, but it's bad ass. And it's accessorized by....riding pants and boots! And people say she's not consistent.
This is my second time watching this, and I was way more excited the first time. Overall I think she did a really nice job and made mostly beautiful clothes, but I hope people don't start wearing those damn Roman helmets around. We need peace, people!
Rami has a couple of gorgeous ball gowns. The antique silk comes off great as does his black multilayered dress. I don't know what the hell it's made out of , but it's sweet. He also has a really pretty woven top, and of course his signature, the drape. This time it's gold, and it looks like he missed a spot because the dress hangs and dimples awkwardly on the girls hip. The audience claps anyways. He also pulls out a weaving technique on a couple pieces that's pretty gorgeous. I saw them make a headboard like that on Trading Spaces awhile back so I'm glad to see that style make it onto the runway. TLC is ahead of it's time, people.
Otherwise, he sticks with clothes you would see on the rack at Marshall's and stuff that's eerily similar to Chloe's work a couple years ago. Oh yeah, and hot pink and fake hips on skeletons. Why, Rami? Why? As much as I don't like him, I expected him to rock it out.
Christian shimmies out and tells everyone they look fierce. The look on his dad's face is unamused. No wonder this kid rebells.
Why I oughtta...
Christian starts with a black dress with poofy stuff everywhere. His first model is wearing a really huge sad black hat. I imagine it's probably similar to the giant gaudy hat Mrs. Roeper wore when her hubby kicked the bucket. Next is a black jacket (shock) with poofy sleeves. It's sorta Robin Hoodie, but sadder. To really up the ante, he follows that with another black jacket with poofy sleeves. Is he fucking kidding me with this? Granted, his workmanship and detail are flawless and intricate, but come on. A jacket's a jacket.
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Comments (17)
CHRISTIAN IS AMAZING! i want to be his best friend
1 of 17 | Posted by preppyboy | Posted on March 6, 2008 6:15 PM
Did you see that one of Jillian's models was Yentl? YAY!
2 of 17 | Posted by monina79 | Posted on March 6, 2008 6:35 PM
I am pretty sure that one of Jillian's models was Jaslene from America's Next Top Model. I was glad that Christian won, but where did those feather pants go? I guess he listened to Tim on that one. I really liked Rami's outfits, the weaving was awesome, the colors did suck though and Jillian's line I didn't like at all. So it was between Rami and Christian for me. And when Christian won, I cryed a little too!!
3 of 17 | Posted by featherhead | Posted on March 7, 2008 4:00 AM
Thanks for the recap. I enjoy your spin on the show (not to mention your clever and funny choice of words). The day before the Finale, there weren't many routing for Christian, but I see the wagon is FULL!! I have watched all 4 seasons and truly believe the talent (as a group) was the best. In addition, there was a lot more personality with this bunch. I hate the season is over and hope Christian doesn't fall into a black hole like other winners. Again, congratulations, Christian with your FIERCE A#$!!!
4 of 17 | Posted by mspattie | Posted on March 7, 2008 4:58 AM
Awesome recap, Flipit! I LOLed at several points.
Did anyone fear that they were going to give it to Rami?? Ack. I was all ready to throw things & scream at the TV. Thank G*d. Now Christian can upgrade from a closet to a pantry, maybe.
In the end -- seeing it live (although I only watched it once), I really kind of liked Jillian's collection. She should have come in 2nd. I don't care what Jessica Alba says.
:) Love, Lime
P.S. We did tell you about Baldhawk, my man.
5 of 17 | Posted by Lime23 | Posted on March 7, 2008 5:48 AM
Lime23 - I also thought they were going to give it to Rami. When Christian's lip was quivering at the end it was so cute. I just wanted to give him a hug. I thought it was nice that he got nervous and tongue tied. I did think his final collection was repetitive of what he did all season, but I still think he deserved to win. I also think he was really lucky that Posh was the guest judge. I want to be friends with Christian!!
6 of 17 | Posted by yankeesfan | Posted on March 7, 2008 8:10 AM
FYI...Christian's ink is a squid and has been there the entire season. It's perhaps more apparent due to his shrunken hair. Do you suppose he gave his extra hair to Chris???
7 of 17 | Posted by busterdog | Posted on March 7, 2008 9:20 AM
Christian wasn't my personal pick, but when I saw him living and working in that little cubbyhole, my heart went out to him, and I cheered him at the end. I am wondering about the squid, though -- is there some deep symbolism there, or was he just drunk?
8 of 17 | Posted by FreeSpirit | Posted on March 7, 2008 9:32 AM
OH Flipit...you are the best. I loved the recap...it was FIERCE...LOL
Christian so deserved to win. Until next season...
9 of 17 | Posted by Rvrctylady | Posted on March 7, 2008 10:19 AM
I love love loved this season. And I'm so happy Christian won. I did think they would give it to Rami and was screaming "nooo" at my tv. Thank god that didn't happen.
I think Christian is bound to be huge. He has amazing talent for being only 21 and has many many years ahead of him to perfect his style.
10 of 17 | Posted by pixi-stix | Posted on March 7, 2008 11:47 AM
okay, I totally think Jillian and Rami were hooking up during the show. Anyone else with me?
I guess I'm glad Christian won...he really was uber-annoying, and he kinda made the same thing over and over, but he is talented.
and yes, featherhead, that WAS Jaslene.
11 of 17 | Posted by fycin | Posted on March 7, 2008 12:40 PM
I still think Chris would have won if he'd been in the top 3, but I'm glad it went to Christian, esp coz of the cubby hole apt! Didn't look like Jillian or Rami were hurting for cash . . . . and fycin--silly, Rami's gay like me, I don't think he was anything with Jillian but annoyed.
Christian will be the first winner hawking products that I might enjoy seeing . . .
With that smug little smile on Rami's face, I totally thought he was with me and some of you thinking he had the win. As I said earlier, I saw some misses in those collections, esp the riding pants lines. I also thought all the feather stuff was completely redonk! I was howling at them when I saw the stills, just goes to show what I know about fashion . . .
Over all, I had a majah good time with these recaps and all the comments!!!! Take care all, and maybe I'll see ya on the top chef caps!!!!
12 of 17 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on March 7, 2008 4:18 PM
juddfan -- really? I thought at first he was gay too but there just seemed to be something else going on.... oh well, what do I know, maybe the accent threw me.
13 of 17 | Posted by fycin | Posted on March 7, 2008 7:01 PM
Just had to say goodbye Flipit. You are seriously funny and deserve to have your blogs turned in to a feature film just like Diablo Cody. Fingers crossed.
I'm glad Christian won, I guess. He is quite entertaining but a little bit sad. Like the strange boy everyone made fun of in high school and decides to just "fuck them all!" and become uber-queenie and mean- like "Mean Girls"! But God love him and I give him props for continuing to walk to the walk (literally- fierce!) and pursuing his dream.
Posh Spice is just bizarre looking. She doesn't smile because the entire top half of her face is frozen and if she moves too much all of the fill and implants will shift- no roller coasters for this girl, please! If you want some good Posh Spice bashing, watch any of the variety shows on BBC America. They hate her and it's funny. And a bit sad.
14 of 17 | Posted by bingo blog boy | Posted on March 8, 2008 7:17 AM
I was so glad that Christian won, the the effect that I was smiling the entire next day and still am!
He deserved to win, and is a prodigy. Plus, with all of his "fierce" and "fabulous", he seemed really genuine this last epi, and seems very grateful for the win in the post interviews!
Can't wait to see his collection in the fall!
15 of 17 | Posted by fnllover | Posted on March 10, 2008 11:22 AM
Hope it's not too crushing fycin, but yeah, he's a sister. Maybe Flip and I will do a secret mission to his studio, I heard on the pod cast it's near his house, so next time I go stalking, I'll knock . . . just kidding!!! I think somewhere it was even said he had a lover. And for the record, I only stalk Flip it here by reading and worshiping all his recaps! See ya on the 'gasm guys!
16 of 17 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on March 10, 2008 1:08 PM
Hello to all. Did anyone see Christian on Ellen yesterday? He was his usual FIERCE self and indicated he already made a couple of outfits for Mrs Beckham. He also gave Ellen a sketch of a design (pants, of course) he made for her. She assured him if he made it, she would wear it. He said he was going to spend his money on a new collection for next year's Fashion Week. Let me know if anyone saw the show.
17 of 17 | Posted by mspattie | Posted on March 12, 2008 8:47 AM