Alli wrote:

Thanks so much for your no-no's Daniel. I can't seem to get my mother to realize the problem with high waisted pants, but I'll show her your post and maybe she'll see the light. I am anxiously awaiting your no-no's for men.
- your devoted fan, Alli
ps: I'm glad to know that you people watch as well. It is my guilty pleasure and will never admit to it in public... oh wait...

posted on July 26, 2006 at 5:41 PM

Kikgirl wrote:

I saw you entering the Metropolitan Museum as I was existing. Were you attending the Anglomania! show by chance. My friend and I thought it was amazing. Do you mind share your thoughts about the exhibition? Thank you.

posted on July 26, 2006 at 6:48 PM

Tahia wrote:

Daniel,
So glad you are speaking out on the way people should dress.
I'm in my late 50's, feel 30, short waisted, petite 5' 1", with a 38 - 40 bust. I want to dress in a becoming manner but do not want to look my age.
Any suggestions?

posted on July 26, 2006 at 7:03 PM

Mike wrote:

Thanks Daniel, I'm also looking forward to no-no's for men.

I think there's as big a sizing problem with women wearing clothing too small for them. Squeezing into something that doesn't fit doesn't make you look smaller or sexier.

posted on July 26, 2006 at 8:20 PM

Mary wrote:

daniel,
you are so right about women wearing ill-fitting clothing, it is almost illegal. and they should have to go to fashion jail. i can admit that being one of the those women who does that. but i don't think i would look good in an orange jumpsuit either. Yet daniel, your a very slender good looking male, and you don't have to worry about eating that cookie and will it make your hips look any bigger? I understand and you are right, but i guess i am still to scared and un confident to dress nicely.... oddly enough i love fashion... of the non-jumpsuit style of course
~Mary

posted on July 26, 2006 at 8:31 PM

Júlia wrote:

Hello Daniel!
Ok,Im from Brazil,and I can't speak english(ops,write) very well,so,I'm sorry =(
I watched season 2 here and I really loved your collection,your laughs, your job,and your haircut too hehe =D!I'm very happy to see that you are fine,and I still supporting you,and hoping that soon, I can dress "Daniel Vosovic!
Take care and...
Carry On!
Júlia =*

posted on July 26, 2006 at 9:07 PM

Ryan wrote:

For starters, I adore you. Then, thank you for posting the blob about high-rise pants. My mom (and my sister) have seem to forgotten that the early eighties was over twenty years ago and pants that go beyond their hips are no longer kosher, mainly because they emphasise the stomach line which is now over twenty pounds heavier than it was in 1984. I'm totally excited for your blog on men's apparel choices, to see what you would consider that I am doing wrong, even though, obviously, I am always right ;)

Peace,
Ryan

posted on July 26, 2006 at 9:09 PM

Lauren wrote:

I rarely wear heels because I vowed never to wear sneakers home, but my feet cannot handle this by early evening. I thought this looked horrible when my sister did this when I was in high school and vowed never to do this myself. It's a great tip to bring along a pair of cute flats! I have plenty of flates and now I can wear heels more without completely killing my feet! I still can't believe this idea didn't come to me years ago (I feel like a moron, oh well).
Thanks!

posted on July 26, 2006 at 9:40 PM

courtney wrote:

Daniel, thank you so much for writing about the dreaded high -waisted pants! After telling my mother for years that they are unflattering not just to her figure, but to any figure, she this and finally was hit with this realization! She has taken to heart what you wrote, and is on the way to dressing more confident, professional, yet classy. Thank you!!

posted on July 26, 2006 at 9:53 PM

Kim Smith wrote:

Daniel, it is always so great to read your blog and I've always been inspired by your creations on project runway. I also just bought season two on dvd, and it was hilarious to watch, and I thought your video you made trying to get in to the show was the funniest one out of all of them. My sister and I love the show and watch it all the time! My sister actually took a class at Parsons from February to April, I hope that she'll end up being a good designer one day. I just really admire you as a designer and as a great person, and I'm glad you went on the show.

posted on July 26, 2006 at 10:31 PM

Brenna wrote:

Hello Daniel. =]

I absolutely love reading your blog..it's so easy to see the passion you have for fashion (as it was on the show as well) and that you stay true to yourself. I was impressed with every single garment you created on the show (especially the Nicki Hilton dress...I was in love with it!) and I can't wait to see what you do in the future! Oh, and thanks for taking the time to help us out with those fashion fox paws. ;]

-Brenna

P.S. I'm a huge awards show junkie and I can't wait until I hear someone say "I'm wearing Daniel Vosovic today"!

posted on July 26, 2006 at 11:38 PM

Diane wrote:

Thanks for the high waisted pants comment - I'm seeing them in the magazines. If you're carrying a food baby (and what middle aged woman isn't to some degree?), don't accentuate it with "mom" pants. Now, if someone would only tell one of my relatives who wears the cheesy nylon track suit with appliques. Oh god, now I've made myself sick.

Daniel, I love your work - it's a pleasure to view it

posted on July 26, 2006 at 11:46 PM

Toby wrote:

Daniel, I think the world would be much easier to look at if this blog were required reading. While I cannot call myself a fashionista, I am a semi-professional people-watcher and dearly take to heart every word of yours. You are and always will be my personal role-model. Until our government starts enforcing good fashion, I will have to just sit and admire your work (And wait for personal tips from a men's list of no-no's. Help me out here!).

-Your loyal fan(atic),
Toby

posted on July 26, 2006 at 11:47 PM

Smac wrote:

I totally do the whole people watching thing too, but mine is usually to make up their life stories. Well, it's nice to hear that you care about women's style, and not to oogle at them, but for them to just look good. We thank you.

posted on July 26, 2006 at 11:54 PM

Lindsay wrote:

oh my, Daniel. Im going to have to hire you as my own personal fashion agent. So you can tell me my NO NOs before going to work

posted on July 27, 2006 at 12:05 AM

Michael Schatz wrote:

What are the chances that this blog is going to be set up as an RSS feed so we can read it from our Livejournals, etc?

Its always a fun read!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 12:25 AM

Miss Janine wrote:

Daniel Vosovic, You are the cutest most demure fashion designer on Bravo's team of savvy couturiers just yet. Because your basic talent is more to me than about your good looks, it has to be that hard working frame of mind in hand. Your the best!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 2:15 AM

Jenny wrote:

Daniel you are amazing and I am in love with your clothes.
Keep up the good work!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 2:16 AM

jah-love wrote:

you are too terrific

posted on July 27, 2006 at 3:10 AM

Tasneem wrote:

Hi,
I have a seemingly incoherent question, having no relevance whatsoever to fashion: Are you single? I only ask because I am in love with you, and there's a high probability I would stalk you if I didn't live in a different city. (And this isn't a joke. Well, I mean, the stalking thing was, but I'm not into that whole identity theft/create a new identity on the internet scene. It's all a bit immature, I think. I have better things to do than waste your time and my time, such as professing my love for someone I'll never meet.) Anyway, I'm not really expecting you to reply.
Hope all's well.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 7:01 AM

Lori wrote:

Daniel-
Agree on fashion no no's.
I need further investigation into your shoe comment.
I have designed shoes (that actually had to meet SATRA requirements for fit). I manage a shoe department of sales associates. I love shoes personally. I started wearing 2-3 inch heels 28 years ago. Wearing them for 12-16 hours a day (the fashion industry does have long hours doesn't it!). This has changed what is comfortable for feet, calves, and back. I do not like the athletic shoe answer to a suit or dress either. But, flats ARE not more comfortable than heels. The "bulkiness" of the tennis shoes have to do with all that shock absorbing material that cradle the foot and add support to arches and backs. Recently I tried a pair of Aerosoles flats to work a very long day. My toes went numb, my back was pounding from the heel pressure during the stride.
In short, I challenge you to work one day in even a 2" heel, then slip on some of those flats that give arches a rest and then tell me how you made it home.
Please desing a flat that looks great and feels like an athletic shoe. You will make millions more! There is a reason women fork out $69-79 to walk home.
Thanks for the great designs and comments.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 7:16 AM

Ian wrote:

Hi Daniel,

my sister and I are huge fans. (correction: I'm a huge fan and my sister is OBSESSED with you) And over here in Singapore, we're lagging away and still watching season 2!

Great blog too!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 7:28 AM

Corri wrote:

Daniel-
Love your blog, but I'm finding the comments are really interesting too! How does it feel to have a bunch of teenage girls loving you? A bit like Aiken, hey? I'm a huge fan of runway and loved your collection, but my heart will always be with Jay (winner of season 1), Sorry! I hope to see something from you soon, even though it would probably never be sold in WI! Oh, and by the way one of my biggest pet peeves is socks and sandals! I point and laugh! Also, extremely jealous that you met Kathy and SJP! How much luckier could you be?

posted on July 27, 2006 at 9:27 AM

Katie wrote:

I just wrote something extremely clever an witty, but, thanks to modern techology [and me being slightly incompetent with a keyboard], I've got no clue where it went.

Anyway, you're an amazing designer and I wish you the best of luck! I think you have the talent and charisma to really make it.

Not to metion amazing hair...

posted on July 27, 2006 at 9:55 AM

Katherine wrote:

The suit-with-sneakers look, at least on men, is what my mom refers to as "Hassidic fashion" (because they can't drive on Saturdays and must walk to services). My brother tries to pull it off with white lacoste sneakers, and I'll never know why.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 10:02 AM

Madeline wrote:

THe sad thing about the ill-fitting clothes problem is one that I see having two sources.
1, People who think that burying themselves under yards of fabric will make them look more slender. I know it's a self-esteem problem, but they just don't realize how much worse they are making themselves look.
2, If you've managed to put forth the work and everything and lost weight it's a right pain to then be unable to afford new clothes. I know I'm still wearing clothes a few sizes too big because I can only gradually afford to replace clothing items in the proper sizes and while it doesn't look good you technically can get away with wearing too large clothes until you can afford better. But it's a bummer to do the work and then have the result buried in clothes that would accomodate an extra 30 lbs.
Thanks for the blog though! New York really is an amazing place to watching people and fashion disasters. (I just try to tell myself that the worst offenders must be tourists) :)

posted on July 27, 2006 at 10:13 AM

Kari wrote:

Daniel,
I wish you could come to my small Midwestern town to help me find clothes that fit me - the average American woman. I have even considered submitting myself to "What Not to Wear" to simply find out what looks good on me. I have curves, boobs and a butt that my husband loves. I loathe shopping for myself, but love shopping for others! See the problem here! Did you ever take up Michael Korrs' offer to work under him? I hope this finds you well and I wish you the best! Hoping to see your collection in stores!

~Kari

posted on July 27, 2006 at 10:18 AM

Roxy wrote:

Daniel, thank you for your Fashion No-No's.
Oh and by the way, people watching is the best!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 10:52 AM

Becca wrote:

Daniel - I am so happy you have a blog here so that we can keep hearing from you. You were my favorite designer and I just cannot wait to see your line of clothing in stores (if that is what you will be doing hopefully :))
That being said, I hate to admit to you however, I am one of those that slip on the sneakers with my suit when I have to walk to and from my car. It is a 15 minute walk and painful if comfortable shoes aren't worn. I just wanted to defend myself in that the second I get in the car and if I am going in public after, I am sure to change back into the heels. I will definitely take into consideration your suggestion of a flat, they definitely take up less room.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 10:54 AM

Gabrielle wrote:

Very well put Daniel!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 11:09 AM

cesi wrote:

i am so happy..because i can hear
u here... your design is wonderful..
i am a girl from china...i hope u can make friends with me ..
i am study art ...and i hope u can help me about fashion design ...
could u add my MSN:cFeLsYi@hotmail.com if u don't mind..

posted on July 27, 2006 at 11:23 AM

Júlia wrote:

Hello Daniel!
Good mantra =D
Sorry about my english cause I'm Brazilian.I'm happy to see that you're fine,and reading your posts I can hear you,and imagine you saying this things.
I loved your collection,your job,blah,blah,blah.Are you tired to hear that?
Ihope that I can dress "Daniel Vosovic" someday,so remeber that you have a lot of fans here in Brazil too =D
So,take care Daniel and Carry On!
Ps:I loved your audition video "Hey Mr.Sun"

posted on July 27, 2006 at 12:47 PM

matt wrote:

Daniel, luv your blog.

But for men ... my big complaint is that I'm a skinny guy and it's hard sometimes to find clothes that fit well. It seems like, in the last few years, all the sizes in clothes got super-sized. I used to buy mediums and they fit just fine. These days, even mediums are too big (and I'm *not* losing weight!).

I can usually find "slim-cut" items at stores like H&M. But forget shopping at Old Navy! Those cuts are way to big for this skinny boy. I can usually find things at Banana Republic, too.

Anyway ... any more suggestions about fitting for skinny dudes?

posted on July 27, 2006 at 1:02 PM

Sarah wrote:

Now if only there was something that could be done with maternity clothes. *sigh* I

posted on July 27, 2006 at 1:23 PM

Melissa Ivery wrote:

Amen, Daniel! My [gay] brother and I often discuss the atrocities of some people's outfits. It can make one's head spin/hurt! Among our top personal offenses: TAPERED LEGS!!! Arrrghhh! Don't people know that looking like a triangle is NOT flattering on ANYONE?! I live in New York as well & unfortunately, the bubble may be burst for the people who live outside of NY & who look up to NY'ers for their inherent fashion sense. It doesn't exist across the board. Sadly enough. I too have seen the fashion faux pas you've addressed as well as the tappered leg pitfall not to mention the unsightly camel toe, braless wonders, and other visually scarring sights. I think the government should allocate funding into makeovers for all. Fashion lessons. That way, all Americans can look like the fabulous, fashionable, sophisticates we espouse ourselves to be. That president of our's already made us a laughingstock to the rest of the world..we need to redeem ourselves, at least. (Sorry for my political opinions seeping out...). Well, Daniel, keep up the good work. I truly loved the clothes you made on PR2. I thought you should have won, hands down. You really know a woman's body. Thank you!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 1:49 PM

Ashley C wrote:

Hey it's Ashley from Chicago, I'm not sure if you even read a majority of these posts, but if you do I just wanted to say thanks for coming to my school fashion show and picking me for the contest. It meant more to me than you'll ever know. It was my first time winning something. I'm moving to NY, I got an internship out there!
I would love to hear from you, if at all possible my email is AC3333@stu.aii.edu
Best, Ashley (Westfield/Fame show)

posted on July 27, 2006 at 1:52 PM

kimberly wrote:

i would love to just talk to you. if you actually read these comments, and have the time, you should email me at kym2605@hotmail.com.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 3:55 PM

Lexie wrote:

People watching is great fun, especially in airports. I can't help but enjoy the almost frantic attitudes of the passengers in general. :) I laughed out loud on your bit about high-wasted pants. It's all so true. :) I hope your cappuccino was delicious.

Lexie

posted on July 27, 2006 at 4:33 PM

Lisa wrote:

Thanks for your insights! I commuted from NJ to NY for a number of years and I saw a lot of women in suits with socks over their hose and finished by sneakers (even high tops). I hated the look but understood this as some kind of badge of the commuting woman. I never did it. I preferred long billowy skirts with flat shoes that could hide leggings in winter and no hose in the summer. I used to wear shoe-looking slippers on the job. Now I've even taught classes in 'em. Flats and the right indoor/outdoor slipper and real hard to distinguish sometimes. I'm sure slippers would fall apart walking 40 blocks a day, though.

I must say I have a high waist I think which is no longer in style. I can't see an alternative, however.

Fitting is great but you have to be able to afford it. In recent years, I'd done more of it but as a commuter I could not. If you know of how to do this more on a budget, do tell. I never knew how ill fitting some of my clothes were till I saw PR, so thanks for that.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 5:20 PM

Tara wrote:

Daniel,

OMG! "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should" is my motto and life philosophy! I say it constantly! Of course I use it frequently pertaining to the way people dress...especially fuller figured women like myself. I am 30 years olsd and have had many medical issues the last 10 years that have caudssed a nearly 70 lb weight gain that I CANNOT lose. While I firmly believe we should all ourselves the way we are and women should have curves not angles..it doesn't make shopping any easier. I only wish i could sew to design my own clothes and not be stuck with gramma's rejects. Do you have any fashion tips for the fuller figured women? Have you given any thought into incorporating full figured looks in your line? Sad to say the majority of americans are over weight. I love your designs, they are classic and clean and beautiful! you are a true talent. Much love and respect!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 5:51 PM

Rhina D. wrote:

Hi Daniel,
I'm a big fan, my heart was racing when your designer bags was misplaced, during fashion week. But you were like calm and poised , knowing that it will show up.
BTW, I was just wondering why Miss USA didn't wore Kayne's gown, during the MIss Universe pageant? I felt very disappointed, I was looking forward to see it on stage. I just wonder how Kayne felt. I remember the gown you designed for Iman on the red carpet was stunning, and truly she wore it.
I was glad to see more of you, your designs are true to yourself and great talent, hope to see you open a store here in sunny California.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 6:55 PM

Sarah wrote:

OMG!! I can't believ you blog I have loved your clothes on Project Runway it is like my favorite show and if I might add you are supper hot!! Well I'm not a fashion queen but I am learning how to sew and I just loved the way your clothes fit the body. Well you probally will never email me but just in case my address is dancercat593@yahoo.com lol
PS I love you !!!!!!!

posted on July 27, 2006 at 8:27 PM

cristina wrote:

My #1 fashion don't is not wearing the right sized bra. Women: why do you torture your bosoms so? Only yesterday I saw a woman who looked like she had 4 instead of 2! Her too-small bra just sliced them right in two!

Repeat after me: love your boobs. respect your boobs.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 9:26 PM

Chrysta wrote:

Daniel- I completely agree. I am a very unusual shape and I used to hide it behind very baggy clothes. Then, earlier this year, I began to dress in clothes that fit well and complemented me. (I think it came from working at a daycare where I couldn't wear anything remotely good-looking.) And everyone noticed and reacted very positively. Friends I have had for years commented on how they had never realized I was this attractive. More importantly, I began to see myself as attractive.

And I agree with you on the model point too. If you are assigned a person to design for you want it to look good on her. You couldn't tell the judges, "I know this fits her poorly, but I wanted it to be for a woman 5 inches shorter and 50 pounds heavier."

posted on July 27, 2006 at 9:43 PM

CAD wrote:

Hello,Daniel I have to say I have loved you from the beging of the second season.I can see your vision of fashion.Dare I, it's clear,polished,fashioned beauty.You have an insight into what makes woman LOOK GOOD! So in conculoun I say good night and never stop designing!
Love a fellow designer.

posted on July 27, 2006 at 11:54 PM

Eric wrote:

Daniel - you are absolute heaven. Thanks for sharing fun and "spot on" blogs. On my way to NYC soon - I'll be people watching too and hoping to catch a glimpse of your adorable self walking down the street. Take care.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 8:13 AM

Mary wrote:

Daniel,
We women can't get it right, can we? We're told to walk during lunch breaks so we can stay fit. So we do that, and you knock our shoe style. Daniel, Daniel! You can't walk for exercise in heels or flats! You need a walking shoe--a shoe made specifically for exercise. Give us a break, ok? To paraphrase: until you have walked a day in our heels, don't tell us how to get some exercise during our long work days. It's easy to criticize as you walk around in your comfortable guy-type shoes. I suggest you find a pair of stilettos that fit you and give it a shot--walk around Central Park and see how long YOU last.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 9:11 AM

Joe B wrote:

You are nauseatingly cute. If that is in fact a word.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 12:25 PM

Jessica wrote:

Wow! What can I say? You have so hit the nail on the head here. It's so good to hear someone with such a high calibur of fashion sense and taste commenting on these issues (yeah I know I sound overly serious). It's not easy for a woman who is not teeny tiny (and short to boot ugh I'm cursed) to feel comfortable about choosing clothes. It's nice though to hear you saying that it's ok to choose clothes that fit (while not beign vulgar) instead of having to hide every aspect of one's body like it's a shame. Now if only you could work on convincing the fashion world that they should make more clothes for short girls.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 12:43 PM

Miss Dish wrote:

Daniel,
I am so glad you are writing a blog this season even though your stint as a contestant is over. I love how you write--you have a great perspective on life (and of course on people and their fashion sense). But I can't believe you are such a people watcher! My favorite pastime is people-watching and dishing about there terrible outfits, hair, makeup, whatever! My husband and I were at the Meadowlands racetrack last week and I saw a woman wearing lycra hotpants and highheels; can you even believe that one! I almost screamed right outloud! Would be fun to hang with you and dish about people passing by.
As for the women wearing sneakers with suits. Ugh!! When I was working I always dressed nice and ALWAYS wore 3-4" heels. At no time did I even THINK of putting on sneakers with an outfit. And our company was spread out between two buildings, one across from the other. I walked from one building to another quite often, always in my heels.
We must suffer somewhat for fashion! Keep up the dishing. I can't wait to hear your comments on the contestants from PR3.
Thanks again for writing your blog!
Luv ya!
Dishy

posted on July 28, 2006 at 12:59 PM

Vanessa wrote:

Agree about the pants, but the sneakers are a necessity. Many people (like me) walk 3-5 miles a day most of the time, often for exercise during lunch. Flats aren't going to save my feet. Do you cross dress? Unless you do, you just don't understand most womens' problems with shoes.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 2:53 PM

KAL wrote:

Hi Daniel,

I agree with most of what you say, except the shoes. Yikes! YOU have obviously NEVER had to wear heels all day long! My feet & legs ache just thinking about it. Flats are not an alternative. They lack the structure and cushioning to properly protect the feet when walking. If YOU create a truly comfortable and structured shoe that is also stylish, the world will beat a path to your door. Until you do, don't bust our chops for protecting our feet - we only get one pair of them! Shoes are replaceable, feet are not. If you don't like the look of athletic footwear with suits, then design us something worth wearing. Quit criticising and start designing.

posted on July 28, 2006 at 10:51 PM

christie wrote:

this entry is hillarious. bahahah true2.. socks and sandals are big no-no!!!

posted on July 29, 2006 at 6:32 AM

dana wrote:

Daniel,

The most charmant designer on the show..A viewer from Romania admires you,your work and your initiative to release the blog.Thank you and I am looking forward to wear some of your creations, hopefully afordable !

posted on July 30, 2006 at 1:18 AM

Raven wrote:

hey again!
i hafta agree with you on this completely,
"I hate when people think they have to be 6 ft tall and rail thin to look good – c’mon guys, use a little creativity! I’m a big believer in learning what looks good on your body and then sticking to variations of that. Trends are a hard thing to attach oneself to because, 1) They’re gone before you know it and 2) Since when is one style of dress/pant/skirt meant for six different body shapes?"

but while trends make designers their money...sadly most of them are quite silly-looking and not geared toward any particular good taste,take this current 80's trend....some of it is good,most of it is quite horrid though,thank god they didn't ressurrect the BIG hair!

i must say in comment to your line about being 6 ft and rail thin,i WISH the fashion world would use NORMAL girls,i'm quite thing however but i'm 5'6
alot of girls are my height and quite beautiful but feel inferior b/c they're not tall like the models on TV
when i become a designer i intend to use normal everyday,pretty girls,not skinny as a stick,mind you but not obscenely large either somewhere in the middle,pleasantly plump or nicely curved b/c that is waht the women buying my clothes are going to look like for the most part

i loved your no-nos now if i could just get my mother to follow them,she needs help,BIG-TIME her 25th wedding anniversary is coming up and i'm taking my parents out to a veeeery nice restaruant,i'm taking charge of her appearance that night as i refuse to allow her to go out that night what with the way she dresses normally

thank you for being a voice of change and wisdom in the fashion industry

love
Raven

posted on July 31, 2006 at 11:00 AM

Kit wrote:

HI DANIEL!!!! Coolest blog ever. Yeah. Well. hate socks and sandals. Yuck. Love your clothes. Yea. My sister has a scarf just like yours, and she wore it out, and she got a load of compliments (someone actually called her on copying you!)!!!

Love you!

Kit

posted on July 31, 2006 at 6:38 PM

Elizabeth wrote:

In defense of sneakers with suits...YOU try riding a bike in a pair of heels. Flats aren't always as comfy as they look either.
Of course it's a good idea to change shoes when you get where you're going.

posted on July 31, 2006 at 11:44 PM

Godiva wrote:

I'd love to dress more fashionably but unfortunately that time is past.

30 years of standing on concrete classroom floors has taken it's toll.

I'm a size 18, past middle age and with two herniated discs I am now relegated to "old lady shoes". I've replaced all of my heels with SAS. Look them up. God awful expensive and ugly besides. But at least they're not sneakers.

I have "Weekenders" pants, tops and jackets in a rainbow of colors. That's it. Say what you like, fashion is not for short, fat, old ladies. But at least I don't tuck in my tops.

Did I mention I'm a librarian?

I can, however, easily dress up as Nancy Pearl for Halloween. Not a fashionista, but she is an action figure.

How about a "Lane Bryant" challenge for Project Runway? It's easy to design for a size 4. How about replacing all of those young, rail-thin models with some older, zaftig women....full figured....well padded....big boned. Some size 18-20 women. Let's see the designers create something fashionable and attractive. Now that's a challenge.

posted on August 1, 2006 at 4:27 AM

Canfield23 wrote:

Daniel, good comment about the sandals. I'm very frustrated by the new flip-flop fad (clothing, not last year's political hoopla). A good rule of thumb - in my opinion: If you can wear it to the beach or the gym, don't wear it to the office.

posted on August 1, 2006 at 1:05 PM

Lin wrote:

Hi Daniel

Just wanna drop ya a note all the way from Singapore. :)

You were my fave designer in Project Runway and therefore, I was ectastic to find out about your blog. :)

And of course, I'd added ya blog to my links as well.

Love your stuff and hope you'd pop by Singapore one of these days. :)

Take care, Daniel.

Lin.

posted on August 1, 2006 at 3:05 PM

erika y laura wrote:

daniel :
ya se que no vas a entender nada porque no si hables español pero, tu para nosotros eres el ganador de verdad nonos gusto nada la decision del jurado pero al fin y al cabo sin el apoyo tu puese salir facilmente somos fotografas aqui y nos gustaria tomarle fotos atus diseñoss que son buenisismos suerte y te mandamos un beso desde mexico

posted on August 1, 2006 at 6:27 PM

Alex, Singpapore wrote:

hey... congrats.. for winning the challenge for the red carpet event... isn't just cool and exciting... knowing that Iman will be wearing and everyone will be watching and seeing your design... omg... if i were you.. i think i might just faint when i know i am the winner... keep it up!!!

posted on August 2, 2006 at 11:35 AM

amos wrote:

daniel,
u are so handsome and full of personality, attitude, creativity...
u look cool...
the main reason i watch project runway is because of you...
u really rocks...
keep on with ur hard work...
love ya

posted on August 2, 2006 at 12:22 PM

Sarah-Jade wrote:

Oh Daniel! I must say thank you so much for posting this!! I must say that I have been guilty of doing a few of thoes thing once or twice....but eek! I see it every day! Your a genius and I love how you write! Good job.

posted on August 2, 2006 at 1:34 PM

Paola DiMeglio wrote:

Hi Daniel -

Thanks so much for your input - if anything I love fashion but I am what they call a "big girl" - the dreaded size 16 that most people would dread to be - though I would love to be thinner, who wouldn't - I don't mind it as much BUT what do I mind is the complete torture it is to find nice and well made clothing for an affordable price -

Most companies like Old Navy and The Gap make frumpy clothing for the larger gals -

I do love NY & Company's style - that would be great to connect you with their company to pull off nicer designs for us larger girls..

AND I would love to see Project Runway do designs on Plus size models - wouldn't that be hilarious? to actually use models that represent the average size and women out there?

Well thanks again - I would love to see your line out there one day -

Paola

posted on August 2, 2006 at 10:56 PM

Caitlin wrote:

First off, let me just start by saying (to borrow a line from Will & Grace and your Project Runway 2 audition video) I love you, you're my new best friend, call me every five minutes.

And let me just add (again from Will & Grace) Love you, love everything about you, thinking about being you for Halloween.

I'll look at someone and think, "That's an unfortunate top for that outfit." THINK, being the key word. What I'd love to do, though, is pull a Karen Walker and go, "Honey, what's this? What's going on? What's with the blouse?" But that would be mean, so I stick to saying stuff like that on the inside.

(I apologize for the overload of Will & Grace references.)

You're lucky. You have this blog to air your fashion grievances.

posted on August 3, 2006 at 12:00 AM

Lucienned Rondot wrote:

O my god! Daniel you are so
handsome and talented fashion designer. I am sorry that you didn't win the Project Runway - but i think you are the best -

posted on August 3, 2006 at 3:37 AM

Beck wrote:

Hey Danny V!

Kudos for speaking out against the dreaded yuppie sneaker! You need to come up to Boston and whip some of these young professionals into shape! ...They almost had me *almost,* until I threw my sneakers away [granted, they were green van slip-ons] and declared, "Not me, EVER!"

Then I clicked away happily ever after in some cute heel mary-janes. mmm Sexy leg power go!

PS I was also asked on a date that day ^^

posted on August 3, 2006 at 9:49 AM

Samantha wrote:

I have no problem with a woman putting on tennis shoes (or sneakers, if you prefer) to walk to/from work. If she's going out along the way, then I think she should wear nicer shoes. But if a woman is walking 10 blocks in the summer or running to catch a subway at 7:00 at night after a full day of work, cut her some slack! Honestly, fashion is important, but there are times when comfort trumps all. Flats and sandals are more comfy than high heels, but they still aren't that great for walking long distances.

posted on August 3, 2006 at 11:59 AM

Kat wrote:

Daniel, I SO heart you. Your energy, your style, your honesty. You have a very zen like approach to fashion and I think people in any industry need that. Thank you for sharing with the world the beautiful gift that is you.

oh and p.s. I wish somehow our paths would cross so that you could design my wedding dress!

posted on August 3, 2006 at 8:27 PM

Gerleen wrote:

I admire you train of thoughts running through ever sentence...I'm nodding my head after each one.!! I know for sure that even though you haven't won PR, you have the experience and the exposure to move ahead if you wanted to , right?
Just because you can...doesn't mean you should....but if you want to...I think you should...hahahaha

posted on August 6, 2006 at 8:53 PM

Jess wrote:

I just have to say thank you!!! A very good friend of mine wears socks with sandals every day, all year long. He's yet to realize the mistake...though some see it as "character".

posted on August 7, 2006 at 5:13 PM

jenny wrote:

I was wondering, how do YOU feel about keith going home??

posted on August 8, 2006 at 2:54 AM

Kiki wrote:

Oh Daniel,
Please tell me...are you God?
Haha, just messing. But seriously, thank you for pointing out some things that women all over should consider... why be so afraid of flaunting what we've got?
I have been trying to get my mom out of those high waisted, shirt tucked in days until finally I sent her this little blog of yours.
And what do you know.. shopping trip!
:]
A HUGE fan,
Kiki

posted on August 8, 2006 at 8:43 PM

julia wrote:

Ahh, yes. Thanks so much for the fashion tips. My mother does that hideous sneakers-with-suits thing all the time and it drives me CRAZY. Maybe I'll show this to her and she'll believe you since you're an expert :D

posted on August 9, 2006 at 8:17 PM

Sandy wrote:

Daniel I loved all your designs and i loved your collection. I really tought that you would win and felt really bad that you didnt. Well best of luck in your future endeavours

posted on August 14, 2006 at 12:49 AM

Catherine wrote:

Daniel, I think you're a gifted designer. I do take exception to your "fear dressing too sexy for some unknown reason" comment. Well, that would probably be because the "too sexy" clothes are Un-Comfortable. So, why don't you design something that's sexy (for women) and comfortable at the same time? And I'm thinking possibly that your idea of sexy for women differs from say a hetero male's viewpoint, and definitely from a hetero woman's viewpoint. Just a thought....

posted on August 17, 2006 at 1:02 PM

katie wrote:

i thought u were the best i loved every piece u made u r so cool me my moms boyfriend and my sis loved u from the start sry u didnt win u were way good enoughf too though oh well bye for now katie p.s email me and tell me what it was like

posted on August 19, 2006 at 5:33 PM

Samantha wrote:

hey Daniel V. I am your #1 fan. I watched every single episode of project runway season 2. I love all the designs you did on the show. I am your youngest fan ever sience the first seaseon I bought myself a sketch book and began to sketch. I am a 12 year old girl who loves to draw anything. You should have won. But the collection that you did at fashion week was gorgeous. Santino's was nice but not like yours. Chloe's was also beautiful but not like yours. Well I got to run. Hope you continue designing and never give up.

posted on August 19, 2006 at 10:53 PM

Shawn wrote:

Hi Daniel,
Each week, I couldn't wait to see your next creation. You do such beautiful and detailed work, finishing into such elegant style. I only wish you could create a full wardrobe for me. I can't wait to see your fashion line in the stores.
Good luck!

posted on August 23, 2006 at 11:08 PM

Karen wrote:

I would like to read an entry on the misuse of pleats in casual pants, lol! I love your design sensibility and I hope the world sees more of your work soon!

posted on August 24, 2006 at 2:01 AM

Heather wrote:

Daniel - I loved your entry, but I think it needs mentioning that the only ill-fitting faux pas isn't wearing clothes two sizes too large; there's another side to that issue, and that's clothes two sizes too small. I'm so tired of seeing rolls of flesh falling outside of teen girls' super low rise jeans! I'm tired of buttons about to burst around A-cup bust lines. And most of all, I'm tired of women constantly readjusting pants and shirts that are too short, too tight, and therefore never stay put. Too big or too small, either way it's a fashion travesty!
I just can't end this comment without saying that I absolutely adore your design work, Daniel! As much as I loved your competitors (sans Santino - bleugh!), I really think you deserved to win. Good luck in the future! You deserve all the success in the world.

posted on August 24, 2006 at 3:52 AM

Sandy wrote:

I know what you mean. My heart tears up into pieces when I see a pair of ugly sneakers paired with a great suit. coughIsaacMizrahicough, however great a designer he is. Nevertheless, I am a huge fan of the black&white chuck taylors--they added that bit of spunk to any outfit (even suits)! I hope you're proud of me, I haven't worn a single pair of hideous sneakers since the 9th grade. Like you said, flats are the way to go. I hope everything's going great for you and I'm excited to see your new line.

posted on August 28, 2006 at 8:46 PM

Christina wrote:

Hi Daniel!Each week my mum and I eagerly wait to see what you're about to design. I love to see your face and especially that smile of yours. I loved all of your creations.I hope everything's going great for you and i hope someday you'll be my designer.Till then God Bless =)

posted on September 7, 2006 at 5:18 AM

Kassy wrote:

LOL! Daniel, you are so right. I've lived in and around NYC most of my life, and boy, there's some great people-watching!! I've always used the excuse that I'm a writer to make myself feel better about zooming in on interesting folks, especially the poorly-dressed variety. Thank you so much for the no-nos (I'd also love to see one for men)! I was never much of a fashionista until Project Runway started, but I'm obsessed with it and the old BBC "What Not To Wear" (I even bought Susannah & Trinny's books), and it's amazing the way dressing right for your body changes your life. It's not just superficial, the right clothes make you feel so much better about yourself, and it becomes easy to project who you are to others. Also, knowing what works makes shopping so much easier, as you can discard most of the clothes in any store immediately and focus on finding what expresses your personality without sacrificing fit. I'm too tiny (5' and a healthy-for-my-size 95 lbs.) for most clothes that don't cost a fortune, and shopping used to be a nightmare before learning the rules for my shape and size. Now everyone comments on how great I look even when I'm in a T-shirt and jeans!! Recently, I took a friend who is a gorgeous plus-size gal (who basically lives in baggy clothes) on a shopping trip, and she ended up buying everything I picked out for her and almost nothing she had grabbed, and everyone who has seen her in her new clothes can't shut up about how beautiful she looks. They actually make her glow and move with confidence and flair! The point is, there are clothes that are right for everyone, and they are rarely the same ones. Bravo (pun not intended) to you, and keep the advice coming - we ALL could stand to learn more from someone with as strong an aesthetic as you.

posted on September 27, 2006 at 4:51 PM

Amy Eckerdt wrote:

Flats are what make the world go round. I am convinced. This blog should be replicated and sent to every woman possible. Very insightful, my friend.

posted on October 21, 2006 at 9:36 PM

Rianna wrote:

Hey Dan!

You are too nice! You say that everybody is good-looking and i admire you for that! (Not in those exact words though...) Lab ya!

posted on November 2, 2006 at 2:38 AM

Marìa Jose Gonzalvez wrote:

hello daniel my name is marìa im from uruguay !!!
i saw tv programe proyect runway and i study fashion disainer

posted on July 15, 2007 at 8:00 PM