After waiting for what seemed like years, Project Runway finally made its triumphant return last night. It’s got a new network and a new city, but it looks pretty much the same. It was kinda weird to watch the designers make outfits for last year’s Emmy Awards, but hey, we’ll take what we can get!
We’re anxious to break down the runway looks, but first, let’s get to know some of the cast members. The award for biggest drama queen goes to Johnny the ex-drug addict for his cry-baby breakdown. If Project Runway doesn’t work out, he’s always got A&E’s Intervention. While Johnny’s meltdown was utterly ridiculous and ultimately pointless, it did provide for a “heartwarming” Tim Gunn moment…
We also have some gentlemen contestants with notable hair. We’re digging Malvin’s half-mullet haircut and his Michael Jackson-esque quality.
Gotta keep the spirit alive! Other contestants’ hairdos were not as impressive. Holy crap Nicolas… or shall we call you “the Feathered Prince” – have you washed your stringy locks this decade?
And hey… what’s the deal with that creepy lady from Transylvania?
Gordana Dracula sure seemed like the requisite ‘get kicked off in week one’ type, but alas she remains.
After we got to know everybody, the designers were whisked off to Mood to get their fabric. After everyone got their materials, they headed to their work space to… make it work. Some of the gowns were amazing, some were hideous, and others were… barely there.
The guest judge this week was the lovely Lindsay Lohan. She’s looking a little worse for wear. It’s weird seeing Lindsay sit next to Heidi because you can’t really tell who’s older.
How did Lindsay Lohan go from 13 to 35 so quickly? It looks like the Herbie days are over. Oh well. On to the judging!
The Good:
As we predicted, Christopher is already doing well. He won the first challenge with a funky-looking dress for the VMAs. Although our personal favorite dress was designed by Irina. It was elegant and feminine and the way it glided down the runway was stunning! Maybe the dress was inspired by her cute little poodle. It’s the same color anyway.
The Bad:
Oh Qristyl… the spelling of your name is just as problematic as your gown. We’re just gonna call you Big Q from here on out, cool? We really thought her dress looked like a hastily thrown together composite of clip art from Windows 95. Vintage inspiration often works, but we’re afraid you’ll have to try better next time, Big Q.
The Unacceptable:
That disgusting soccer ball thing?
Ooopsiedaisy. Ari had some very special ideas in that wackadoo head of hers… maybe by the next decade, the rest of us will catch up with her. Until then, Auf Wiedersehen!!
We’re pretty excited to watch the rest of Project Runway 2008 … er. 2009. What did you think of the first episode?
Funny pics. Did you sit there in front of the tv with your camera?
First, as far as the clothes go, I loved Shirin’s. I also loved the one in her bio video. Totally awesome in a transformers-meets-fashion kind of way. Thumbs up.
As far as contestants go, I’m already tired of Malvin. His whole “I’m so different and unique and I don’t care about anything you care about” schtick is already old. Get over yourself, please.
In general, they were really driving the “key character traits” home over and over again. After one episode I don’t need to hear anymore “overcoming my addiction” or “I never went to design school.” I wonder if they’re really like this or if that’s the style of the new production company?
But to end on a positive notes, I really enjoyed a lot of the designs and think we’re in for some fun creativity this season. In the end, that’s all that matters to me.