December 18, 2007
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Nick and Jeffrey Sebelia: Together, for One-Time Only! Better than Barbara Streisand and Donna Summer, Brandi and Monica and Fred and Ginger. I never thought I would be paired up with the “Bad Boy” of Project Runway. And I am sure neither did he. For the last year and a half, I have been invited around the country to do the “lecture circuit” and speak to students at various universities. I have been to Kansas, Washington, Michigan, and now Kutztown University had invited not just me, but Jeffrey as well, to come and speak. At first, I asked why me and Jeffrey? Was Santino busy doing some other event or designing another MTV dress? Then quickly I realized “why not?” Instead of the “Bad Boy” tour, it’s the “Opposite Boys Tour”.
I had met Jeffrey before at Project Runway events as well as attended two of his Los Angeles Fashion Week shows. He had always been very cordial and kind. I guess because of the persona one saw on TV, I expected this “I don’t give a You-Know-What who you are” attitude from him, but it was quite the opposite every time I saw him. I especially loved his mom, who was always the classiest of women. But this time, we were going to lecture and speak to a whole auditorium of students and Project Runway fans. I still somehow felt like I needed his mom out in the audience for support, not for him but for me!
Comments
FanFare wrote:
Dear Nick,
Glad to see you are still blogging to your loyal fans.
However --
I have but one question: Why, oh why would you agree to team up with someone so devoid of integrity and talent? You are such a class act and HE was without class or charm. JS can't shine your shoes. (I never watch S-3 reruns due to his mullet topped mug. Conversely, I continiue to enjoy your S-2 due to your elegant presence (& most of the castmates). Unfortunately, Santino was more annoying than a gnat. No wonder he is friends with JS.
Although you speak well of HIM, it is hard to fathom that editing of S-3 misrepresented him completely. Oh, well. I guess fashion lecture circuits make strange bedfellows.
Best wishes to your continued good fortune and happy holidays!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 7:55 AM
Melissa wrote:
Well if this doesn't put Kutztown, PA on the map, I just don't know what will.
Having Nick & Jeffrey at KU was definitely the best event Kutztown has ever had! We were so honored to have the two of them at our school, and we really won't ever forget it! It was a great experience being able to hear the truely inspiring stories of these fabulous designers! We are a lucky little state school, to say the very least. Thanks a lot guys!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 6:05 PM
Sue wrote:
Project Runway is one of the few shows that I can not miss. I completely respect and admire the talented people on that show each season. I can understand the hard work and dedication it takes to get there, in addition to your natural talent and creativity.
I am a Kutztown alum with a BFA in printmaking and fibers. I wish someone had told me you guys were going to be there!
Come to Kutztown again and we'll share some shoo-fly pie with you!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 9:59 PM
Julie wrote:
This was an AWESOME experience!! The picture on page two of this blog actually has Nick signing MY barbie!!!! I couldn't believe that I was able to get it signed! Plus it was awesome because I got it signed by Jeffrey too!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 10:07 PM
Jennifer Egan wrote:
I haven't missed an episode of Project Runway since its debut. Over all I detest Reality TV... all except Project Runway and my other favorite, Top Chef. Bravo has raised the bar for reality shows by tailoring the show towards people who actually know how to DO things. It's creative and it gets my creative juices pumping! After watching a show, fabric starts flying 'cause I just gotta make something!
What I have enjoyed watching through the progression of the series is the camraderie that has developed between several members of all the seasons. I feel like we're watching history in the making when I see all of these talented designers popping up everywhere together and I just know that we're getting a glimpse of the fashion world as it evolves. It's like a changing of the guard and it's great! Keep it up, Bravo, and Nick, Jay, Santino, and Austin! I hope to see more of you inspiring tomorrow's designers!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 10:32 PM
seren wrote:
Nick! Thank you so much for making it out to Kutztown! Seeing you, Jeffery, and Jay really made my month (semester even)! Coming from such a small town these little speaking engagements are something that we all will probably remember for a long time. The two of you spoke so earnestly it was great to have you and Jeffrey together. Your styles and stories complimented each other so well that no one would have known that this wasn't an ongoing pairing for the lecture circuit! Thank you SO much for coming!
posted on December 20, 2007 at 12:12 AM
erika wrote:
hey!! i was there and i def. agree with the person that emailed you. it was a great great great event! thanks so much for taking time out of ur busy life to share w/ us your journey thus far. it was a great relaxer before finals... and it was soooo fun to see all three of u!
thanksagain,
a friend in kutztown,
erika
posted on December 20, 2007 at 12:19 AM
ladyjane wrote:
I was so so so so jealous when I found out about this. Why wasn't Kutztown so cool when I went there??? Waaah!
The visual arts department there is truly amazing. I almost feel bad about not being able to warn you how friggen cold it is in that valley. Did you wave hi to the Mennonites and their buggies?
And, finally - I think it all shuts down around 2:00. You would have had to go to one of those infamous art student house parties. *g* And I hear they are legendary.
posted on December 20, 2007 at 2:48 PM
Sarah wrote:
love Jeffrey!!!!
He's awesome
Thanks for sharing this experience on Nick's blog
posted on December 21, 2007 at 2:08 AM
Sara wrote:
Love it!! Happy Holidays Nick and Jeffrey... you are definitely two of my favorite PR contestants ever! I for one never thought Jeffrey seemed mean... he was a joy to watch, and so are you.
posted on December 26, 2007 at 5:32 PM
Melissa Arredondo wrote:
It is great to see three really creative, innovative designers come together like this. So jealous I couldn't have been in attendance!!! Lucky PA people!!!
I also think Jeffrey wasn't so bad. He's obviously been through a lot and he had to put up with Angela's annoying self.....I think that may put anyone over the edge....but I can't talk too much crap, I have never met or co-existed with any of these people. Much love to you Nick and Happy Holidays!
posted on December 27, 2007 at 10:04 PM
Dejah wrote:
Now if only UMass would invite people as amazing as you three. =) It must've been quite the presentation, especially after Jay showed up. Three very distinct styles, three very interesting men. You guys should go on tour together! (Semi-joking)
posted on December 30, 2007 at 3:29 AM
donna wrote:
Nick,
I'm confused...Are you a reality celeb or a fashion
designer???????????????????
posted on December 31, 2007 at 12:12 PM
Stevie-Leigh wrote:
I said it before, I will say it again you rocked my school and it was by far the best event to hit our little town. Thanks again for taking time out to make this year special for us. It's so funny because you can create such a buzz just mentioning the event in a small group of people and it spreads to anyone who passes by. You are truly an inspiration, thanks again!
posted on December 31, 2007 at 12:30 PM
Lindsey wrote:
Completely bummed that you were there and I missed it!! My boyfriend lives only 20 mins from there and you were my favorite of all 4 seasons! Stop by Philadelphia University!
posted on March 6, 2008 at 3:24 PM
britta hald wrote:
I wish that PR (and the design world in general) would pay a bit more attention to us "mature" ladies who have suffered the slings and arrows of a well-lived life and bear our lumps and bumps as proof. I love fashion, but can't wear the currant designs- I would look ridiculous in Christian's teeny pants and mounds of ruffles. I have started to sew in an attempt to develop my "own" style and as a creative outlet. But I wish I could walk into Macy's (for example) and find a reasonable and attractive off the rack when I need something fast. Just a thought...
posted on March 31, 2008 at 10:09 AM