Darrick Gates wrote:

i love fashion , fashion is my life " gay man".didnt see that cumming huh? i love tim gunn, he is sooo hot and has a special aura that surrounds him. "carry on"
darrick gates
butler , oh

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:40 PM

John wrote:

I thouhgt Vincent got a bad break having to use a model that did not fit his dress. It wuld not have been as out of proportion if he had been able to use the model who had been injured. Did the judges take that into account?

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:42 PM

Samantha Boyce wrote:

My question is I was wanting to see how would I go about getting a dress made from Santino of last season from new tour fasion week? My husband and I are renewing our vows and I LOVED the dress the very last model was wearing when he was walking off the stage ( the one that was multi colored and flowed)

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:43 PM

Kim wrote:

Am I missing something, what happened to the show? I don't remember anyone saying that it wasn't going to air this wed. Enlightenment anyone? Thanks

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:48 PM

Blaise wrote:

Tim, thank you so much for taking the time to answer our questions! I was really interested to hear what you had to say! :)

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:48 PM

Lorrine Martell wrote:

Tim,
What do you think about Jeffery? Are you getting worried about the same rock and roll attitude he has during every episode?

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:48 PM

Cherish Dilks wrote:

I just wanted to let you know that I am addicted to Project Runway! I even have my boyfriend watching it and I absolutely adore you. You are the best part of the show! Keep making it work!

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:51 PM

Greg wrote:

This has been on my mind for a week....When Vincent's model had the accident and was replaced by a larger model, why was he not given a model closer to the size of his model? Or given a bit more time to make size adjustments? This seemed unfair unless the show was trying to keep it real. (Meaning that this could actually happen before a runway show.)

posted on September 20, 2006 at 10:51 PM

Claire wrote:

Where was Project Runway tonight?????!!!!!

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:03 PM

Eric Swanger wrote:

Tim-

I really enjoy your presence on the show, and it really seems as if the competitors really trust and appreciate your contribution as well. You appear to be the calm during the storm, even though you are sometimes the bearer of bad or flustering news!

My question is how much of your suggestions do the designers take to heart? To me (although I am sure it is due to editing) it seems like the most talented designers require the least amount of help, and maybe subsequently get less airplay (except for Jeffrey).

Also-do you think the judges made a mistake in cutting Alison? They seem to consider a designer's whole oeuvre before cutting them, and I think they really didn't take her potential into consideration as much as they have other designers on the verge (like Kayne, for instance). She was clearly a talented designer, and I think it allowed more regretable designers (vincent, Laura) to advance when they didn't deserve it.

I guess therein lies the DRAMA.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:04 PM

Deego wrote:

Tim:

I love you. Marry me.

Jake Deego

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:14 PM

Michelle wrote:

My question has to do with the plus size challenge. I love this show, but why did the designers act ugly to the women and to the challenge? I am "plus" size myself and it really upset me. I was looking forward to seeing some tips on dressing myself by great designers and I only saw complaining. Can they only design for a size two? If they can't design for everyone can they really call themselves designers?

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:15 PM

Gaylord wrote:

Tim,
You are a great mentor and while I am not looking for a career as a fashion designer, I have learned so much about fashion design from the show. Small things like how dress length affects a woman's line and can shorten, or lengthen the line and how sleeve length can affect both line and overall sense of a woman. I'm referring to how shortening the sleeves of Ulie's black and white dress made her model appear more "delicate" to Zack Pozen and "fragile" to Micheal Kors. I have been a single Dad since my daughter entered her the Spring semester of her freshmen year in high school and this stuff has been invaluable in dressing appropriately within her own range of styles. The pay off is five out of seven outfits I bought me daughter (shopping on my own) for work (upscale salon) and school were hit's with the Princess. Pretty remarkable for a guy who wore Marine Corps Green for thirty years. Best wishes for your continued success and that of the show. I just have to say I love Nina Garcia...what a lady.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:22 PM

Star Makenzie wrote:

I love the show and I love your imput to the designers.I was wondering if in future seasons that the fans might have an episode of "fan challenge" a contest within a contest where a fan has sent in an idea of the one of the designs challenges and if there idea is picked maybe they could be awarded with a trip to fashion week and to meet the cast. Or if something like this has ever been discussed.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:24 PM

Renea from Alabama wrote:

I just want to say that i have just now started watching the show, probably last season with Daniel, and I think what ya'll are doing is great. I think ya'll are brilliant and I am a devoted fan now.........

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:24 PM

Bridgette wrote:

I really love this season. The designers have all done good. Those who are still in and those who have been auf'd should all be proud of themselves. Believe me, I am just a a-line semestress. I can't touch you guys. You all are genius in your own special way. I am cheering for Micheal to win. I think he as been the most versatile designer. With the exception of the coutor gown (please forgive spelling errors), his outfits have been flawless. If Micheal doesnt win, I then cheering for Laura. She is classic. If Laura doesn't win, I will cheer for Uli and her crazy ( a good crazy) color patterns. Jeffrey, although i like your style and love your individuality, your attitude on this show has been less than lovable. But, I am sure you dont care. But hey, I still would be happy if you or anyone wins.

Bye all

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:26 PM

Kathy M. wrote:

Dear Tim: I am very addicted to "Runway!" My 9-year-old daughter has seen portions of episodes from previous seasons on DVD and has somehow picked up Santino's "Daniel Franco, where did you go?" song. I took her to see Vivienne Westwood at Macy's last week and she had a great time with the devotees in line and wound up getting Dame Viv's autograph, so I have a wee fashionista on my hands. (Of course, it's my own fault, I know.) Meanwhile, I just adore you on the show. My husband and I agree that you are THE STAR of the show. We don't really get what Heidi is doing other than saying "Auf"...but we do enjoy the judges and the guest judges. I really like Michael Kors' comments--they are spot on. One question: Why don't designers like Kayne, who was so sweet and had potential, LISTEN TO YOU when you are questioning their design direction? Is it arrogance? Immaturity? Are they encouraged to make bad choices because it's 'good TV'? You are such an incredible support to them, such a 'tool' in the nicest sense of the word... I'm screaming from home "Do what he says! Rethink it! Get more white in there! Where's the dog's outfit!" Is there something about being on the show that makes them want to prove themselves, prove that they know better? It just kills me when they do not heed your advice. Also, what are the designers doing when they use strips of black tape on the dummies? And with each challenge do they all drape, then make the pattern, then cut fabric and sew every time? It just seems like many steps that have to be completed in (sometimes) 12 hours! We really enjoy seeing how the garments are made, the process. Also, when is the show going to be back on--when is Episode 11 scheduled to air? I somehow missed The Memo. Thank you! Kathy M.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:29 PM

Donna Derry wrote:

Why do you like Jeffery's style?? I do not like him or his style. I would not watch him as a stylest at all. He is crude and not likeable at all.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:30 PM

Dianna wrote:

If there's any justice, Jeffrey will be "auf"'d. His plaid monstrosity is one of the ugliest things I've ever seen, and the model flashed her unmentionables with every step. ugh...

I'm having Runway withdrawls, please hurry and bring on the next show.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:37 PM

Donna Derry wrote:

I did not like this dress because of the plaid. I don't know why you thought it was so good.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:38 PM

Barbara O wrote:

Was there ever a point during this season 3 when you totally disagreed with the judges' pick for either the winner or the loser? I realize it's somewhat subjective, but I really disagreed with Jeffrey being picked to stay and Kayne being eliminated -- and I really disagreed with the judges' picking Jeffrey's yellow "couture" gown when it was clearly not as classy or detailed as Uli's.

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:40 PM

Donna Derry wrote:

I have loved the show very much and hope you continue with it. Most of the time I have agreeded with you but sometimes I have not.
Keep up the good work. I do not like Jeffery though and the way he comments abou the other people in the group and some of his styles but I see that you do. Why?????

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:40 PM

Syndy wrote:

Tim:
You are the one I tune in each week to see. You certainly do embody "quality, taste and style." My question is, how much of the show is altered by editing? We see what we see, but it's when we see it and in what "syntax" if you will that creates the drama each week. What are we missing!?

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:43 PM

Jennifer wrote:

Hi Tim!! I first want to say how amazing you guys are. You have really brought fashion to a whole new level by letting people see how it's really not just "fashion" that designers think about when creating an outfit, but it's truely an art on so many different levels. I'm a hairstylist but my first love is fashion and if I could sew I would definately audition. I don't think you could have a more perfect trio for judges and ofcourse you to top it off. Bravo Tim!!

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:49 PM

Terrie wrote:

Dear Tim,

I have 2 questions and 3 comments. First of all this is the first season that I have ever watched and I have gotten three of my friends to watch it as well. I love Heidi - you couldn't have picked a better Host. It took a little while before you grew on me, but I love the way you communicate with the contestants - you're great!

My questions are: I saw one of Michael Kors runway shows after Michael Knight won with his Pam Grier's modern look, and Kors had a design just like it. Did he get the idea from Knight?

I've seen a trend in the viewers #1 picks being different from what actually wins - why do you think that is?

Big Fan,
Terrie

posted on September 20, 2006 at 11:52 PM

Linda wrote:

Tim
Just a thank you for the answers to some of our many, many questions.

I await the day that you are allowed to be a guest judge!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:12 AM

Ceekay wrote:

vincent was just plain kissing a..

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:13 AM

s2 wrote:

i had no idea that there was not going to be the "next" episode tonight. you say that we knew, but pray tell, how? i wish i would have known; i wouldn't have stayed home.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:20 AM

jo rossello wrote:

Why was tonight 9/29 show a repeat? I can not wait to see who will be eliminated next.when is ne next show? Please reply.
I love Michael the best on just about everything he does.Jeff is a madman and his designs are from another world.Laura is good but she diesigns the same style over and over.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:00 AM

Eve wrote:

Are you kidding me!?
Why no show this week?
Why didn't you tell us last week.
It's outrageous!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:02 AM

Numerouno wrote:

I totally agree that you, Tim Gunn, are the epitome of classiness.
I am sure the designers all miss you after they leave the show. Heck, I miss you between Project Runway seasons.
Carry On, Tim.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:09 AM

Jamie wrote:

I would like to know what ever happened to Chole. She won last season and all you have on your web site is things about Daniel V.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:14 AM

sue wrote:

I thought Jeffreys plaid dress was awful. You could almost see her unmentionable. I remember judges complaining something was too short and seeing the models bottom. I don't understand why he got away with this.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:20 AM

Caitlin wrote:

I'm really happy that Laura won the black and white challenge. I'm just worried that if she made her collection, it's all going to be the same, black and white, old and overused.

What kind of advice would you give her in the work room?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:20 AM

Betsy wrote:

Tim, thanks for using this week to answer our questions. The show is terrific, and you are a huge part of the success! I can't wait to see what happens next...

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:21 AM

Gabby wrote:

I am just very upset that Alison left, cause I think that she had a lot of talent, but I must say I agree with Hidie and Michale on the dress she made! But she did have a lot of talent! And I am really upset that we didnt get a new episode this week! Ohh well, is there going to be one next week? Thanks!

Gabby,11

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:28 AM

Francesca wrote:

Hi, well I just have 1 question for you,Tim, were you sad when Vicente left?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:32 AM

Mary wrote:

Oh my - I was all set for a new episode this week and somewhere along the line missed the fact that there wouldn't be one. I was sorely disappointed tonight! So, am anxiously awaiting next week. And of course, Heidi's tease, "this year we are not committed to 3 designers" sorta gives a great hint! I think!
But thanks, Tim, for giving us a blog this week anyway! I absolutely love reading your comments and appreciate your insight and what you tell us about behind the scenes!!!

MK

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:35 AM

Ryou wrote:

Tim, if you are able to recall one, please tell us of a funny moment from this season that wasn't aired on the show!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:35 AM

Stacey Finnin wrote:

Tim,
When is the next episode? I'm dying to see it. Your podcasts are the most fun I have on the computer... Thanks...
The last 4 are all really strong.
Stacey

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:42 AM

Kim wrote:

Quick question: It looks as though most of the designers are draping as the main method for design. Is that so, or is that just what I see. I just wonder how much flat pattern experience the designers have, and whether they are able to create a moulage of his or her model. Fit is the hardest thing for me (I can sew but take forever to get the fit right), so I am amazed by the progress these designers make each week. Cheers, Kim

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:50 AM

Andie wrote:

How in the world can Michael Kors say that Laura needs to design younger. I find her work wonderful. Being almost 40 years old I don't want to dress like Lindsey Lohan or the Olsen Twins. I don't have the body to be Brittany or Jessica and heaven forbid I try any of Shakira or the hip hop type looks unless I want to be mistaken for an aging hooker. One with horrible taste at that!! The point I am trying to make is out of all the designers I would wear most anything Laura had made this season maybe some of Michaels. I think they did a disservice to Laura by saying she had recycled Valentino in the Couture challange. Who is Michael Kors to say that when I just viewed his collection and that gold mini dress is straight from the disco era! In fact if I wanted to be generous I would rip him a new one for copying the gold metal mesh dress that Versace had done several seasons ago and he didn't even copy it as well as Lauras dress may have imitated Valentino. By the way Mr. Kors maybe you should try picking a better designer to copy from yourself. I would rather have Valentino over Versace anyday. Now I did like his ballet skirts and some of the tops but they were recycled from several seasons ago as well. So where are your new MODERN ideas coming from sir. Laura I say hold your ground and design for women who want to look like sophisticated pulled together women. I believe that you do better work when you work in your own style. I wish I could say that I would buy and wear Laura's winning dress but I am just past looking good in something like that. The rest of her creations though...Please just tell me where to go and get them. Keep plugging along Laura you can count me in among your fans and I believe you can make it all the way.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:53 AM

JayJay wrote:

on the everyday woman episode, Jeffrey totally disregarded Angela's mother's feelings. Isn't this bad design protocol? I thought that this should have been part of the criteria of this challenge.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:04 AM

Donna Duplantier wrote:

I LOVE THIS SHOW! I am not a huge fan of reality tv but this show is so SMART! Tim you are really thorough and have such great comments that makes you think about fashion in a whole different way. Where did you study and how did you become such an expert? Why aren't you a fashion designer or have you been?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:09 AM

Judi Tymec wrote:

I am so glad Tim gave Michael the chance, he seems to know women better than any contestant from any season on PR as of yet.
I will miss Kane the last few shows good luck to him. Good luck to the rest! (but secretly I'm rooting for MIcheal)

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:17 AM

Debra wrote:

Jeffery's win with the yellow plaid dress was the ugliest I have seen!! What were you judges thinking? Besides, who would ever want him for a designer with his smug attitude? I am surprised he has lasted this long. It is the same old "Goth" stuff each week!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:20 AM

Lisa wrote:

Why was there no show tonight? If it was because you were a designer short due to Keith's default, why not just drop two last week instead of three?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:23 AM

NoMonet wrote:

Hi Tim,
Thanks for taking the time to answer questions this week. You do such a super job on the show. I love the judges too, but it always seems that the judges who are designers are a little bit harder on the contestants than Nina and Heidi are in terms of wanting to see pieces that are challenging and new. Nina and Heidi obviously look at pieces more like consumers "would a woman wear that" "would I wear that." That eliminated a couple of contestants that I thought weren't given enough credit on their creativity and perpetuated the existance of Vincent and a couple of others who seemed to never get out of the box they had put themselves in. I so love the challenge aspect of the judging rather than the wearability, that appeals to me the most. Going somewhere new, trying something different. It's the coolest.

Oh, and one more thing, I thought an element in last week's show was sort of funny and coincidental that Jeffrey's and Angela's black and white designs were so similar (despite professing to hate one another). Both of their models could have gone trick or treating together in those awful tacky getups (and never have to tell people they were hookers.)

And Laura winning... that was a disappointment. I thought her dress looked very much like an old McCalls or Simplicity pattern from the 70s ... maybe some of the judges were experiencing a bit of nostalgia?

Well, thanks again for your thoughts on everything. I really enjoy your posts and the show is out of this world exciting. I can't wait for the next one!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:27 AM

Allison wrote:

I have to say, I didn't know that I would enjoy reading this blog as much as I have. I'll just agree with Katie's comment and say that Tim Gunn is the most enjoyable television personality I've seen in ages, and it's nice to see that personality transferred so seamlessly to text.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:32 AM

Donna Avina wrote:

I am confused. When is the finale of this 2006 season? My TV schedule says the finale is tonight...but isn't it next week? I didn't get home from work until 10 tonight...so did I miss it?

Donna Avina

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:42 AM

Sonja Caldwell wrote:

Tim, Are the judges able to see what the cast is doing behind the scenes during the challenge from video? I noticed how they are able to hit the nail on the head when it comes to certain people's presentations (namely the rocker designer and the flake's mother project). I feel they should have gave him the ax on that episode, but he scathed by. I love the show and you and I love Holly's attitude clean and mean.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:50 AM

christa stallworth wrote:

tim, i got over the shock of not watching a new episode tonight, but i am confused. what is the deal with the picture on the website from fasion week. the pictures show the last four showing their clothing lines. i mean where is the mystery for the viewer,and then the preview for next week show. did they all make it???

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:23 AM

Barb Cole wrote:

Tim, what do you think of the new suggestion to not alow very (anexoric looking) models on the runway? (I remember, in the Mothers challenge, a LOT of the designers were baffled as to fitting more than a size 2...) BC

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:52 AM

Barb Cole wrote:

Tim, sorry, but I have to agree with you. I am originally from LA, but lived in San Francisco for many years.
The gay men take such pride in dressing well and presentation, and I LOVE their personalities!
Most are happy with themselves and are a joy to be around! Makes me wish I were a gay man.
:o(....Alas, I am a straight woman, but I still enjoy their company and appreciate their sense of style! BC

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:08 AM

Jen wrote:

How about a real design challenge for Season 4: given the trouble all the designers had designing for some of the Moms who were not just "plus" size (a size 6 like Alexandra!!) but actually an 18 or 20, how about having a plus size challenge in the next competition? It seemed to me like the designers were having real trouble with this (except for Ulli), and I think it would be a challenge for them.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:10 AM

Rebecca wrote:

You are right, you are not required to have a new show every week. And, I am pleased that all four designers are going to Fashion Week. They are all very talented, and deserved the honor. However, it is a disservice to your loyal fans that there was no warning. I am afraid that the show has lost credibility, at least with this loyal fan of three seasons. It is now unfortunately ..Auf..

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:51 AM

Katy D wrote:

Tim, when the designers are working on the runway collection,
how much $$$$ do they get and how
many people can they use to help with the collection?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:05 AM

Natalie wrote:

Tim,
While no one in the world likes and gets along with everyone I have to say I was disappointed yet not surprised by Jeffrey's behavior toward Angela's mother. He took out his dislike for her daughter on her, a woman he had never met. I can honestly say he is one designer I would not whant to work with. His poor attitude toward this woman had me wanting to turn off the show.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:08 AM

Karen Virtue wrote:

I was fascinated to watch the "Everyday woman" episode. In particular, the designers who had 'plus size' models. It was clear that they were very challenged by designing for a size 14, 16 or larger. I think this show was a watershed for you. You really gave a couple of the designers a chance to push their evelope and knowedge base (and the results were not impressive for the most part). I think you should include a couple challenges like this for next season...one challenge/episode of all 14, 16 size models; perhaps one with the petite runway sizes, but some other body element that is unusual (stature, mobility, etc...) These are the designers of the future. The future isn't only comprised of the classic model proportions.

KV

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:12 AM

Claire wrote:

Tim, I just wanted to say thanks for taking the extra time to do a blog on a week where there wasn't even an episode. Your comments are always enlightening and thoughtful. Bravo!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:29 AM

Maria wrote:

Okay I do not like stereo types of ANY group of people. I am surprised you seem to use those terms for GAY MEN. I have gay friends that do NOT have those traits. I tease them they are "closet straight". Everyone is an INDIVIDUAL...!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:39 AM

Maria Arsuaga wrote:

Tim, last night as I saw the "Flower Power" episode of Season Two it reminded of how much fun those guys had in the process of making fashion. This season is, for me, "stressfull", sometimes at the end of a show one feels empty. Is it the personalities of the designers oo are they "controlled" by some rules or maybe edited. We even don't see you as much as we want?? What is happening this season...

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:51 AM

Samuel wrote:

My wife and I watch the show, read your blog/responses and also read the Washington Post article on Fashion Week said article giving a great deal of attention to the Runway crowd.

My wife had an interesting observation given earlier moments on the show. She initially did not like Michael's stuff, created under minimal direction. Then as the challenges provided more precisely pinpointed tasks, his work seemed to be better and better.

The comments in the article suggest that Michael's collection was the "most disappointing". My wife made a comment upon reading this that Michael seems to still need a mentor/advisor-that he has great taste and imagination when operating within set parameters, but when sent out by himself his sense of what works has not quite reached the top level. I strikes me that her comment is not that far different from the concern you had for Michael (as described above) at the beginning of the show...

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:00 AM

Carolyn Doolittle wrote:

Up and down the east coast I have had e-mails raging that we were "had" by last night's rerun. There was no warning. The producers made a very big mis-step with this decision. Trusting that a show will be there is basic to viewer loyalty. We feel betrayed. Shame on the decision makers in this one. Auf'd with you.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:46 AM

Jenny wrote:

Tim, I wonder if you'd address the idea of couture. I was quite dismayed at the collection presented by that particular challenge, and very disappointed that Jeffrey won. When I think of couture, I think of Chanel jackets weighted with a gold chain at the hem. Nothing I saw on that episode even came close to this idea. Can you elaborate?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:04 AM

Georgette wrote:

Did Miss USA wear Cayne's dress? I went to the site and the dress she was wearing looked different? I thought that was the idea of the challenge?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:23 AM

jrr wrote:

If you ever answer questions again, I have one I'm curious about ... do you take into consideration and/or ever have reservations about unleashing Jeffrey into the working world where he would have authoritative stauts to order models/employees around? I shutter to think the abuse people will have to take at his whimsy in the sake of his so-called "artistic license." He has absolutely no people skills. As they say ... just because you can, doesn't mean you should.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:09 AM

Kelsey wrote:

Tim,
I have all the podcast episodes and I absolutely love them. In the 3rd season Episode 9, you were talking about what is coture and how it is handmade etc..... How in the world can juicy call themselves couture? Most of their stuff is warmups and stuff, WHY DO THEY CALL IT COUTURE????
Thank you so much
Kelsey

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:20 AM

Kaye wrote:

Hello all devotees of the PR show! What happened? I tuned in to see "what happens" and no new show. I did miss the first few minutes of last week's show, was that when it was announced no show this week? Oh well, I'll wait for the next real show.
Tim, my question is what is your feeling on the new banning of totally frail models? Do you think this may open up the runway to healthier models of all sizes? I'm afraid it will only serve to up the size to a size 3 instead of a size 1 which, I think is the new cut off size (3). I'd love to know what your thinking is on this subject. Outside of that question "Carry On! and Make It Work"! I love the items in the PR shop and I've told evryone to get me a Tim bobblehead so I can have duplicates of you bobbling all over the place (hilarious!) I do wish they made them with your voice and your catch phrases. I adore the way you try your best to give the designers BIG clues, the ones that pay attention advance, the ones that are so self centered that they can't seem to hear you do not advance. If I get this simple concept at home, why do you think it's lost on designers who are competing????? Oh well! Love the show!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:29 AM

Cheryl wrote:

Watching the rerun of last season's finale, I was reminded of Michael Kors' criticism of Chloe: that she didn't know how to put a show together. What specifically was wrong with her runway show, and what are the criteria for a good runway show?

Secondly, there's quite a lot made of "the narrative". The question frequently arises, "What is the story that you're trying to tell?" (Remember esp. the dog as accessories challenge in which the designer was required to come up with a story to explain his/her design.) How are clothes narrative at all? Clothes can be descriptive of one's personality. Clothes can make a statement. But how do they "tell a story?" On another note, in the field that I'm in (art history), artists who rely too heavily on narrative for their work are derided, considered weak. It's interesting that fashion designers are encouraged to be "narrative".

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:44 AM

Traci wrote:

I love Project Runway, but there is something wrong with the designers. With the exception of Michael, it seems to me that all of the designers are making THE SAME EXACT OUTFIT EVERY EPISODE!!! I'm by all means, no expert in fashion but I do know what looks good and what looks the same week to week. Michael's clothes may not be perfect but at least he understands a woman's body and the challenges and makes something different. The other designers are stuck in this box where everything looks the same. The Rock & Roll guy who, to me, cannot make a decent dress to save his life and the Miami girl who's dresses all look exactly the same no matter what the challenge is and then there's the pregnant lady who loves the fact that she has no breast and neither does her model and she makes the same V-line down the front of every outfit. But Michael has the most disappointing line?!?! I can't believe this!! Who are the judges here???

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:48 AM

Philly G wrote:

TIM, THIS IS FOR YOU...
I also disagree with tim's comment of Gay men hold three genes that other 's don't: Quality, Taste, and Style. As a gay man who still has to bring a friend to pick out clothes and other garmets, I know for sure I do not or ever will have: Quality, Taste, and Style. This kind of thinking keeps other people from seeing beyond the gay sterotypes. I am always asked by friends and relatives for decorating and fashions tips and I have no clue how to even color cordinate. Maybe I have these genes but have not discovered them yet. I love this show because it helps me understand fashion more and I thank you for that. If you are ever in Minnesota please look me up and we'll go out shopping to discover the fashion queen I could be.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:53 AM

Annika wrote:

Dear, Dear Tim: From Mexico with LOVE. You're our main reason to watch Project Runway. You're the perfect thing on that show, it's YOU what makes the show so interesting, my 11 y.o. daughter (who wants to be a model someday) and I have stolen your "make it work" phrase!! We love to watch all of your wise advices and tips to the designers (Michael Knight you rule!!!). Dear Tim, your charming presence, your charisma, talent and your neutral,objective point of view make Project the only show I abolute adore to watch.
TE AMAMOS!!!! MIL BESOS!!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:17 AM

michael joplin wrote:

i read at the credit time, the producers get to voice their opinion and help choose who stays. it seems a bit uncomfortably unlike a true competition if it boils down to good TV versus actually competing. i can understand, after i read that however i felt cheated a bit.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:22 AM

barry wrote:

Everyone i know who watches the show including my self was not aware that the show was not going to be on this week we had arranged our schedules to be able to watch it and so were not happy to find it not on. What is going on regarding this.
Thank you.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:43 AM

Isabel Lam wrote:

Why not letting Keith to come back for challenge ten? i think it's a bit unfair to him, he won the first challenge by himself.. unlike Angela.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:54 AM

ad-ny wrote:

Tim - Love you.

So 4 of them made it to bryant park final. This could be the reason no show last night ?

Producer should've told us - some of us tried hard not to miss the show & had to re-arrange our schedule - while actually no show!

people would know too if the surprise (Final 4 instead of Final 3) is not really a surprise - especially if you live in NYC & attended Olympus Fashion Week.

Anyway - saw Laura on the street -
as georgeous as she looks on TV.

TIM ...we love you

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:09 PM

Kathy wrote:

I am very disappointed with Jeffrey and his off handed remarks regarding his model and the attitude he expressed in the plus size competition. He should have been reprimanded for his insulting remarks regarding the Mother of another constestant. I was surprised you and the judges let this go without comment.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:11 PM

Krystal wrote:

Thanks for your comments on the judges' qualifications. It helps to see things through your eyes. However, despite whatever qualifications they have, I cannot help wondering if there could be judges more qualified than Kors and Garcia. Some of the guest judges have seemed more perceptive and helpful in their feedback: something which serious TV viewers really appreciate.

Tim, I agree that it is not easy for Heidi to give the elimination message to designers. I saw the look on her face when she had to eliminate Robert and I think she was truly sad. I have also seen Nina look a little sympathetic as the designers depart. And Miss America--she was truly grieved as Malan said his good-byes to the judges!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:13 PM

Jeremy wrote:

Tim, I'm writing to offer a quick correction on your French. I realize that it's likely you were thrown off by even thinking about Vincent's atrocious behavior toward Catherine, but the phrase is "n'est-ce pas". You are not the type of person who should have his personal presentation marred by incorrect French, in my opinion.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:16 PM

dee dee wrote:

Tim

-you have a very nice presence...

- Angela's mom acted "empowered" to criticize big time on the runway - no other mother/sister seemed to take it personally or assume that they were wearing their outfit for more than a few seconds on the show...

- by the way, Angela's own clothes exceeded what she did on the show - I like her use of color

-I love Barbie (especially the 60's Mod girls) and miss Robert, but am very glad I know who dresses her now!!! Loved, loved, loved Kayne telling Barbie:"Start sewing bitch!"

- I'd trust Kayne with a dress for Condi Rice doing First Contact with an ultrafashionable
alien race .... he can sew!!!!!!

-the designers I miss are Keith and Alison - her Dahl line is equisite. Malan is doing some Baroque, opulent stuff too...

- the bloggers hate Vincent - all the stuff about "getting off" is silly, it's generational lingo...

- Beacause there was no show last night I saw the end of season 2 - and I still think Chloe's dresses were ponderous and not fun.

- I love Daniel V. - my 17 y.o. son
(half Serbian too) looks just like him and I think he's (Daniel) got talent to burn - but why isn't he producing more than commissioned work??????

Give Davey Makeout a chance next season - I love androgynous gay kids........

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:18 PM

Katy wrote:

So wonderful to have Tim answer some of the questions we have brought up in our forum. So we know that Tim DOES read this website - or at least scans the comments. I know we really have no effect on the current Project Runway, but maybe some of our ideas have been noted for the future.
I don't understand why so many people seem confused that there was not a new episode last Wednesday. There would have been one except the whole schedule is short one episode due to them tossing Keith out on his keister. (A well deserved punishment since everyone should have to play by the same rules.) Anyway, that's what caused them to have to fill this airing with a re-run.
Go to the schedule at the top of this page and you will see next Wednesday is the next new show.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:44 PM

Rachelle Waring-Kuschner wrote:

Dear Tim,
I arrived home from Florida thinking my DVR didn't record the episodes last night. Thank God I read this site, and realized I didn't miss them. I so look forward to them, and to you. Love all of it. I, too, felt Jeffrey's treatment of Angela's Mom was horrible, rude and totally out of line. That was a total disgrace and made me so uncomfortable and sad. That really makes him less in my eyes. Too bad. I love Laura's designs....Michaels' and some of Uli's. It's amazing how they can possibly whip those up in the alloted time. How many hours on average do they sleep at night?
Looking forward to next season.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:54 PM

JZA wrote:

Hi Tim,

Was the broadcast yesterday of PR season 2 planned at the very start of season 3 or was it decided right after Keith was dismissed?

The dismissal of Keith left PR meant two people were kicked off in one episode - meaning perhaps that there was going to be one less episode in which to kick someone off due to a bad design in a challenge.

I'm not complaining, I loved seeing Chloe's runway show. Just wondering for the behind-the-scenes reasons for seeing season 2.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 12:55 PM

Gail wrote:

I have to say, what is Heidi thinking? The stuff she wears is not attractive, in the main. I know it's from famous designers, but she could wear anything, and I don't understand her choices. Some of it is really garbage and not flattering, even to her.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:02 PM

Rosanne O'Reilly wrote:

Do you have any suggestions for new, but 40+ year olds attempting to design womens clothes for herself? Project Runway is inspiring me to try to make some new designs that fit me, Tim.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:04 PM

jeannette wrote:

Tim,
The credits at the end always talk about input for the decision from producers of the show. Without letting your viewers know precisely what that means, doesn't it kind of render the shown comments nearly meaningless? I can't help but wonder whether people like Vincent and Mr. S&M, I mean Rock 'n Roll remain on because of their bitchiness, not relative talent. Can you all get real with what that input means? (Not that I'll stop watching if you don't!) Thanks

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:14 PM

Anita Rogers wrote:

Tim - I sure missed the show this week. Project Runway is my fav show!! And I just luv how you are with the designers. One question -
Has any designer from any other of the past shows that didn't win gone on to be a designer for a Top Designer or a designer for a top clothing company? Thanks, Anita
PS. I can't wait until the next season!!!!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:14 PM

Susan in MN wrote:

Tim, I love you! You are always the show's saving grace. A voice of wisdom and taste when things get crazy. I was pleased to see you quoted as well in the Sept issue of Real Simple magazine.

I realize the fashion world is very different than the "real" world. I appreciate your taking the time to explain why Alexandra (Allison's model) was horribly (at least to the outside world where she'd be considered a twig compared to the average American woman-- a size 14) reffered to be zaftig and plus-sized. Regardless, she's a lovely girl and I hope she finds much success modeling-- whether as a misses or womans model. In a world where a size 6 would be enviously considered skinny (I myself am a healthy, fit size 8 who has had brushes with eating disorders), I hope you, Heidi, Nina, and MK understand why we'd all take issue with such comments about a beautiful, thin (to us) girl. That being said, I am pleased to see though how PR gives the opportunity to models of different sizes and races and enjoyed the real woman challenge.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:15 PM

Chere Bivens wrote:

After watching Project Runway for my third season, I am so intrigued with Michael Knight. His straight forwardness, his honesty, and his humility is awesome. I know however that talent is key and I feel that Michael is extremely talented. I don't understand why his collection was disappointing. THAT'S HIS STYLE.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:29 PM

josseline wrote:

I have a suggestion to try and save a designer who doesn't do well with specific design parameters (Kara Janx) and a designer (Michael Knight) how does great with specfic design assignments, but doesn't do well without design parameters. I thought Kara J should have won PR#2 based on the Fashion Week designs. I think Michael's designs are at best ordinary. My suggestions is have the first week have the designers create any wearable garment with limits on time and money w/o an elimination. We'd get a pretty good idea of who has a creative point of view.

PS. PR #2 had a lot of humor; PR is just bitchy.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:31 PM

riann wrote:

Tim - you hit on a fabulous idea - let the views choose the winners for one of the challenges next season. About 4 or 5 weeks in when we figured out who the "Vincent" is so that we can get him gone ourselves!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:34 PM

Kelly wrote:

Check out this musician's song about not having a show to watch last night. Hilarious! Choose the song on the left called,
"No Project Runway."
http://myspace.com/joelmalizia

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:34 PM

nv wrote:

What's with the "consensus" that Jeffrey took a big risk using cotton plaid material for his couture dress? HE HAD IMMUNITY for the challenge, hence NO RISK! From the show, it appeared that the judges all gave him extra credit for his daring, which I would have done if he had a risk of getting auf'd, but he since he didn't, I don't get it.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 1:46 PM

V wrote:

Love the show, but do you really think they leave obnoxious a.h.'s like Jeffrey (and Santino) on the show just for ratings? How much pull do the producers have in judges' decisions (despite the disclaimer we see during the credits)? Personally, I'm pulling for Michael. He's the only designer who really seems to "get it." Jeffrey is too busy designing for Metalica, and Uli can't get herself out of Miami or San Tropez. While Laura is a near flawless seamstress, she seems too focused on designing for herself (although I do love her "ala Chanel" style). Michael really seems to be consistent week after week with each challenge. The designs are fresh and original. By the way, was Vincent escorted off the set by men is white coats carrying big butterfly nets? Kayne had marvelous talent, but needs to stick to sequined pagaent gowns. Angela? Talent, but misdirected into too young of a look. Teen Vogue, maybe? Was sad to see Robert go, too. Tim, are you really as calm and patient as you appear? If so, I imagine that it is a much needed presence among the designers, especially when Michael Kors gets on his "bitchy queen" high horse. Anyway, love the show and look forward to a new episode.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:02 PM

N wrote:

I am 35 and I think Laura's designs are hideous. They always look like something my granny would wear. The best designers are Uli(such beautiful dresses that I would buy ANY day and Michael...gorgeous stuff I would buy as well) Jeffrey's stuff is mostly ugly except when he designed for himself. That plaid thing was ugly and Uli should have won.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:23 PM

Frankie wrote:

Im upset cause the tv guide had listed a new project runway listed for this week of the 20th and has a differant listin for the 27th dang hate that

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:40 PM

Sandra Hammond wrote:

Dear Tim,

I'm am extremely bothered by Vincent being eliminated because his dress did not fit well, when the day of the show his model was in an accident. I don't think it was fair that they gave him a model that was completly a different size, then they had the nerve on the program to say the dress didn't fit and it was too short! Shame on you guys! Vincent didn't take up for himself on the show, probably because he thought he would sound like a whiner.. I think he showed alot of class.
Thanks for the time you took to read this.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:46 PM

Lark wrote:

We were so looking forward to Project Runway and were so disappointed to tune in to a rerun last night. PR is the only reality show my family watches. We have loved it from day one. I would love to see all the fashions designed for plus size models (real plus size - over size 12, not over size 6) next season. Give the plus size models a chance. Tim, we love you. CARRY ON!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 2:49 PM

Rebecca wrote:

So when are we going to see the end of season 3? I'm just dying to know who wins? I couldn't believe it when there was no show Wednesday night.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:04 PM

Kelly Cannon wrote:

I'm surviving my withdrawal of PR this week - barely. Thank you, Tim, for been who you are and bringing class and a real sense of calm and rationality to this show, which so easily could spiral into just another reality show.
Just want to say, thank God for Chloe! What would we do without Michael? He is so amazing. One more thing: Contrary to many opinions, even though Jeffrey is out there, I can see a very gentle man who has come from a very difficult place. I like him. And my take on the "mom" show: Angela's mom was passive aggresive, just like Angela, and I'm glad Jeffrey didn't put up with it. Keep up the great work. K. Cannon

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:06 PM

Tony George wrote:

Maybe I missed something, but I watch Project Runway each week. So why in the heck was last week a re-run? I was a little annoyed? Is this part of the twist?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:06 PM

Susanne P wrote:

I have watched this show and made my husband as well for all three seasons. We both enjoy it I believe me the most. I wondered though I know you are the judges but as you know there are judges that watch the show all the time. Why did Santino last so long on the second season when he would make really bad clothing. I know I don't live in New York city or LA but I am liking a lot of clothing by others and wondered how Santino made it so far. I have to admit he could sew but that was about it... his wordrobe most of the time was horrible. Specially the lingerie. Wow that was bad~

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:10 PM

lissy wrote:

why the replay of "black&white" episode? its unfair to your loyal viewers!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:12 PM

Punkin wrote:

I too was sooooo disappointed that we didn't have the next episode last night. My husband and I ordered dinner "in" so we could enjoy the reruns and then the "new" episode. What a bummer! Anyway, I can hardly wait until next Wednesday. Listened to the Ipod today for the first time, loved that!! Love the show. When will Season 4 begin?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:23 PM

Ginger wrote:

Horray for Project Runway!!!
Hey- what are the chances of getting Stella McCartney to be a guest judge??
PS_ I love you Tim Gunn !!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:31 PM

Annika wrote:

What's this all about "gay or no gay" comments? I have had lost of gay friends, absolutely adorable human beings, some of them artistically talented, others not, but when I need a frieNd, they are always there for me...And adorable TIM: who cares about genres? Gay or not gay, is people like you, with your style and personality, who make this world more enjoyable!! BIG KISSES FROM A MEXICAN FAN WHO KNOWS TO RECOGNIZE A TRUE GENTLEMAN...^-^

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:32 PM

Les wrote:

Ooh, it's not nice to show previews and then no show! Of course viewers were disappointed. Don't know what happened, but considering the show's popularity, something should have been pulled together and fast! Two weeks is too long to wait to watch. Our Thursday lunches depend on you! (I loved Jeffrey's madras dress. It was stunning. And I don't give a flying fig if he is arrogant. Most artists are pains in the arse!)

posted on September 21, 2006 at 3:55 PM

samantha wrote:

Who would like to see win this seson? I would like (in this order) Michel,Lura,Uli and i would'nt care if thoe there left.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:04 PM

Heidi wrote:

Hi Tim,
I have a question - Do the events that happen off the runway influence the judges at all when making their decisions? The judges always seem to know when to ask about "team work" or conflicts. Does this affect their scores or does it just make for good TV?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:04 PM

Laura Benson wrote:

I so agree with the comment by Kelly Cannon. Angelas's mother was definitely passive aggresive in her behavior. And, for the record, I LOVED the plaid dress by Jeffrey. I'd love to wear it!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:29 PM

Ashley K. wrote:

I know there was no new episode this week, so there are no new clothes up for auction. But how are you auctioning the clothes from last season? Weren't they already bought by someone? Please let me know because I am thinking of bidding for some of them.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:40 PM

kim wrote:

Michael is the BEST

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:42 PM

Jackie wrote:

I thoroughly enjoy Project Runway.
I realize that reality shows tend to keep one person to be a thorn.
Regretfully, I think that Jeffrey is long overdue for the boot. Working in drug and alcohol treatment for 20 + years, I am fully aware of the struggle and determination of recovering individuals and therefore commend Jeffrey for his journey. However, Recovery does not equate with rude and obnoxious. His attitude and treatment of others is despicable. I wish him well in his endeavors, but he surely should not have the privilege of being connected with Project Runway as any one of the final three.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:47 PM

Kathy wrote:

Tim,

While waiting with my daughter for what we thought would be a new episode of PR last night, she asked a question that has also occurred to me...

What do the designers do on the"off" days, between challenges, when there is no filming? Are they sequestered in their apartment to avoid a breach of the rules?

Kathy

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:47 PM

Chris wrote:

"I’ll simply assert that I believe most gay men possess three genes that aren’t shared by a large portion of the population. Those genes are Quality, Taste, and Style."

I can't agree with "most" -- though, I can see where Tim is coming from. Of course, I doubt he meets dimwitted, class-less gay guys. They're out there, they're plentiful, and I (for one) have too many as acquaintances.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 4:49 PM

Sebrina wrote:

Ok Tim, thanks for taking out the time to answer so many questions. I only have a comment. I have been watching since the first season. I don't ever remember seeing 4 designers presenting at fashion week. Unless the producers edited the show that way. It has always been 3. Last night they had the marathon of season 2. When they got down to the last 4, they had to design a dress for Iman. This challegne was to determine who went to fashion week and as we know Kara was out. So, are you tell us now that Kara did show at fashion week and PR didn't show us? Please explain your last comments. Thanks

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:00 PM

SJ wrote:

Tim, I've always been so fond of you! From the very beginning you brought style, class and kindness to the show. You must know that your celebrity involves so much of how your fans truly have affection for you. I've met you and what a delight to confirm you genuinely are a wonderful person. You deserve happiness and success.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:15 PM

patty wrote:

a few comments, don't know if you'll see 'em or ever answer: first one, i do appreciate michael kors, but i wish the producers would spring for a second permanent designer judge, like vera wang. she was great because she brought a whole different sensibility and often saw something good in outfits that the others didn't care for. eg i imagine alison wouldn't have been sent home had vera been around that day. i know you say michael, heidi and nina bring something different to the table, but nevertheless they usually agree and it would be nice to have someone else along for the ride.

2. are you folks disappointed that chloe didn't move to ny and decided to just keep doing the boutique business in texas?

ps i miss kayne.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:24 PM

Lorraine wrote:

Please someone tell Jeffery that even if he does win (please God no!) Project Runway that he will have trouble finding customers either way. His mistreatment of Angela's mother was a terrible error. She wasn't Angela's mother at the time, she was his CLIENT. How many future clients have mothers? Are mother's? Related to a mother? Know someone who is a mother? His normal moaning, caustic and whining personality was bad enough but to treat a client that way...Unforgivagble! Not everyone or hardly anyone wants to dress like a rock star from California. I guess the only cocktail parties he has attended is rock parties in LA.

My vote is for Laura whose fashion sense is glamorous using simple lines that highlight the wearer so they look good wearing the dress. The dress doesn't wear her.

Thanks for all the great shows,
Lorraine

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:42 PM

dee dee wrote:

Lighten up people!!! For all those condemning Laura as drinking alcoholic drinks in her state - tape a repeat show and look carefully...... there's never a head or bubbles in her glass!!!! So, that lack of powers of observation makes me wonder how objectively we are all viewing the show.....and what comes down the Runway....

I like, don't LOVE Jeffrey but a lot of you hate him. I find Michael a big bore, but I don't hate him. I hope he surprises me....

Whoever wins, I hope at least one designer gets launched successfully from this and the previous two series...

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:43 PM

Gothic wrote:

What's to disagree with? Most gay men have more style and taste than most women. And I AM a woman.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:45 PM

Esther wrote:

Samantha:
You may want to use your favorite search engine and look up Santino Rice. I am sure he would have a web site.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 5:51 PM

R wrote:

can not believe there was no show this week..........I had to watch Oprah and Gail cross contry trip instead... thank God for Tivo, don't this to us again... Make it work.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:00 PM

Lloni wrote:

Thank you Tim Gunn for making Project Runway such a pleasure to watch! It's quite refreshing to see a decent, educated, and kind reality tv star on a weekly basis.

I also love reading your blogs and thank you for thinking of the masses. It's nice to know that a cast member can finely gage certain aspects of mass appeal without having alternative motivates.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:06 PM

the budding designer wrote:

I was so glad to read Tim's comments to some questions. I would have liked more! I thought the pictures on Getty Images and the Fashion Week Live site were very clear how each of the 4 remaining designers see thier visions. So different from each other and quite possibly each will have a place in the fashion world. Gosh knows, we Americans have money to burn and no sense when it comes to what we buy. I will look forward to the rest of the season and will toast whoever wins. Because they all win in the end, Why? Because now we know who they are and before the show they were no bodys. AHHH! the beauty of TV.
Thanks Tim and Carry On!!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:45 PM

Dance wrote:

I have watched all three seasons and, in my opinion, there were three mistakes made during this season:

1) It was a mistake to award Uli the winner of the dog challenge. Allison's outfit was much better, AND the 'hi ladies' on the side of Uli's dog's outfit, followed by Uli's win, seemed unfair to the viewing audience. (Had Allison won it would have given her the opportunity to come back for the 'second chance' bonus that was revealed a few weeks later.)

2) Allison's 'aufing' from the show was one of the most painful things I've seen in a while.
a) she was making a totally different outfit from the recycled material and it turned out she couldn't sew it. She threw together another outfit, which had a bad hair-do.
b) The judges' attack on Allison, saying that they couldn't believe a woman would make such a mistake with another woman's figure, on and on. Apparently everyone knows that Allison's model is 'zaftig', so why make such a HUGE deal that the outfit had no waist?

3) Why in the world would you fly someone FIRST CLASS to Paris only to drive her around in a car, her wide-eyed wonder all over her face, drive her to Parsons Paris for the immediate judging, and then tell her she has to leave Paris immediately? Not only was it a HUGE waste of money, but it was cruel, as well.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:48 PM

melyssa wrote:

I dont think that nina should be a judge she just trys to find stuff,and kayne should not have been sent home you guys just lost an excellent designer.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 6:55 PM

melyssa wrote:

That was a stupid challenge and they really should not of sent allison home she is a good designer, and anyways what real fashion designer makes dresses out of paper,if they are designers then they wont make clothes out of paper they will use real fabric.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:07 PM

Larisa wrote:

I don't understand how Jeffrey was allowed to get away with the way he treated Angela's mother or the comments he made during AND after!! I am appalled and wish he would just go already!! While Kayne was out there, I loved him. I am rooting for Michael. Uli does the same things over and over. Laura is boring and I can't take anymore of her classic looks. It's fine if you are established and can have a signature look but this is a design competition. TIM I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE (did I say LOVE) YOU!! Your voice is dreamy!! I love to watch you on the show. You are a class act. Keep up the wonderful work!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:09 PM

joe mcmenamin wrote:

So whats the deal w/lastnite. I rush home all ready to settle in w/the final 4
and no show. How come I didn't know that. Where in the hell is the schedule posted on the website- this sorta sucks!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:29 PM

Eric wrote:

I think the question we're all asking ourselves is this:

Are you, Heidi and Nina going to have a tannorexia intervention for Michael Kors? If he gets any bronzer, Louis Vuitton will be making luggage from his face.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:52 PM

Penny wrote:

i work the evening tour and soon as I get home I was looking forward to seeing project runway only to be disappointed that you showed a rerun, another disappointment to see again Michael not receiving his third challenge win which I believe he should have gotten two episodes again.

Thank you & I love the show...

posted on September 21, 2006 at 7:56 PM

Susan Lilly wrote:

After catching the last few episodes last season and becoming instantly hooked I made sure I caught this season from the very beginning and I've loved it! You, Tim, are always a joy with your insightful comments. However, the judges seem to be complaining more about how a particular designer only does the same thing over and over and why don't they do something else (i.e.: Uli, Jeffrey and Laura). To me, a designer has a 'look' and sometimes that 'look' is very definable. To tell a designer to go out of his or her particular style seems to be against the individuality of the designer. To keep to their own style given the different challenges seems to me to be keeping true to themselves, which I thought should be the point. If they weren't any good to begin with, why would you have chosen them for the show? I'd love to know what you think about this?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:26 PM

Joycelynn Barlett wrote:

Dear Tim,
Thank you for thinking of us. I was sad that we had to wait a week for a new episode. I had already checked everything on Bravo ( I thought ! ) You can thank our friends at BPR "Tim's Take." Thank you, you are ever the gentleman. What I also enjoy is your willingness to say the occasionaly sharp comment the rest of us are thinking.

Thank you to Bravo for having "Top Chef" ready to go at after PR finale. It's not the same, but it's my second favorite.
Love , Joycelynn

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:32 PM

Susan in L.A. wrote:

A size 6 is considered "plus size". That is ridiculous!!! I'm a size 14. What the heck does that make me? Marilyn Monroe was also a size 14, by the way. Sheesh!!!
Shame on the "Fashion Industry" for that. But Tim, thank-you for your apology, on Larry King Live, for using the word "zaftig" to describe Allison's model. It shows you have class. Which you do. I enjoy you on the show very much and sometimes wish you were one of the judges. Thanks for taking the time to answer some of our questions. :-)

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:36 PM

Melanie wrote:

I'm interested to know if we are going to have to wait almost a whole year before the next season of Project Runway. This is the best show ever. I even deprive myself of sleep on Wednesday nights just to stay up until 11:00! It would be great if we could have two shows each year and have two sets of designers vying for the title at Olympus Fashion Week.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:37 PM

tessa wrote:

When are we going to see some of the clothes Tim has designed???? Maybe Heidi could model them - or Michael?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:39 PM

Rose wrote:

Tim,

You said "I just want to add that everyone should fasten their seatbelts for one helluva ride into our final four episodes! " Laura also said in the commercial for the final show that "this puts everyone back to an even keel" or something like that. I have to wonder if this "big twist" that everyone speaks of isn't that we, the fans, will be able to weigh in somehow with our ideas and/or designer prefrences. I doubt that we would have the final say on who wins the challenge, but they may give us some weight in the final decision.

I hope so.....but I also do not know who I would vote off. Each one of these people is amazingly talented. If given the chance, however, I would try to keep personalities out of it and vote for the best design.

All in all I am grateful that I do not have Heidi, Michael and Nina's jobs. Some nights it has been easy to see who should go. Once it got to the final five, it must be very difficult indeed.

Thanks for answering questions, Tim. You are wonderful!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 8:49 PM

Ruby wrote:

First-- I love you, Tim Gunn!
I love the last four- I think they all have their place in my heart and my closet- Even Jeffery, you hating fans. Give him a chance- after all, Santino made beautiful clothing during fashion week (much to my surprise!).
And to all the readers who for some reason think Laura is drinking alcohol- think back to season 2 where Heidi was drinking apple cider and try not to be so quick to judge!
We miss you Kayne- you always cracked me up (I loved your comment on how Angela and Vincent were like roaches that keep coming back- I think most of the fans agreed). I would give you miss-ter congeniality if this were a pageant.
I can't wait to see fashion week- I'm sure it was WONDERFUL- and congratulations to all the designers who managed to show a collection.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:02 PM

Kathleen Kidder wrote:

My new ultimate goal in life is to go to Parson's so you can tell me to make it work . And then I make it work.
You’re awesome, but I was kind of mad when you made a slightly derogatory comment towards Houston on Larry King, something along the lines of, "Great designers can come from even places like Houston." I don’t remember exactly. Granted we're not NY or LA, but there are tons of hip fashion boutiques and a designer fabric store that is HUGE. You think there possibly can't be any more fabrics, only to discover another room. It’s frustrating since, despite being one of the largest cities, we are either ignored or ridiculed. We get enough crap being the country’s fattest city. And I don’t even think we have that distinction anymore. Damn.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:04 PM

Susan in L.A. wrote:

I just watched the video for Episode 11. It was very funny and I can't wait to see it next week. Jeffrey was almost acting human!! But it was a short video. Heheheh. Catch you all on next week's blog. "Carry On!" and "Make it Work!" XXXOOO :-)

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:23 PM

marianna wrote:

jeffrey is a great designer, and I love the fact that He is honest and say what he feels...even if this means hurting someone feelings...oh well. I love the show and cant wait to see who wins. I ll be happy to see anyone take the win...they are all GREAT!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:25 PM

Brenda wrote:

I have been looking at the message board and the comments are great. I love this show too. I did not know that it was not airing this week either, I raced home after my nightly walk to see who has won and saw a repeat of a show that had already aired(Thank God)so I am so looking forward to next week. I am with all the Michael fans. His clothes are good looking and fit well on the models. He has a good eye for fashion. I hope that he wins. I know that I can't wear any of his clothes but I would love to have the dress that he and Laura made in the early part of the season. Keep up the good work Micheal you have a fan in Kentucky...Go Boy!!!!!!!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:30 PM

Brenda wrote:

How about giving all the designers the same exact amount of the same exact fabric and see how they do.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:33 PM

Kimberly wrote:

I just wanted to ask why does every garment that Jeffrey makes have to be a rock in roll style? I think that Kayne didn't use a lot of white but at least the dress he made was decent. The dress that Jeffrey made looked to be made in poor taste. My sixteen year old daughter and I love this show and watch it religiously. I do not like the idea that Jeffrey's taste or lack of it may influence young girls to dress like they have loose or no moral's. I really wish Jeffrey would have been outed instead of Kayne. At least we know he can make decent and pretty clothes.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 9:44 PM

Charlotte wrote:

Dear Tim,
First, I think it is wonderful for you to take your own personal time to write here. I have been watching sense season one (and just bought one and two on DVD). I never really had interest in fashion until this show. I left that to my younger sister who is studying to be a fashion designer. I just wanted you to know that I use to think that "fashion" was just for those rich kids who were mean at school and had daddy pay for everything. My jaded outlook has faded away with this show and I now have a new respect for fashion and am able to have something in common with my sibling. So thank you again.

And I bet you get these kinds of things all the time, but if you have any say, tell the producers that views think it would be cool to have a challenge were all the models for one episode get replaced with plus size models, even just sizes like 12-18. In "the Everyday Women" challenge, the skinniest women got snatched up first and I don't think it was fair; it would be interesting if everyone had the same playing field. Just a thought :)

Thank you again and can't wait for next week's episode

Charlotte
Phoenix, Arizona

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:15 PM

Fred Hill wrote:

Hi Tim,
I am a retired Art teacher who has sent many former students to Parsons. I think your school is excellent. I have been watching Runway for three seasons now and is seems to me that the judges generally like the designs that are really off base. My idea of fashion is that it should be for the masses. So many of the designs that have been chosen are simply ugly. If I were a woman and had unlimited money to spend on my wardrobe I certainly wouldn't pick a gown like the one that was designed by Jeffrey. It was beyond ugly. I feel that Michael has his finger on the pulse of the rag trade and his designs are consistantly well done. In general I feel that clothing designers love to shock their audience but shock is schlock and there is certainly a lot of schlock that the judges are choosing.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:18 PM

Guy wrote:

So who is Jeffrey's eyewear designer?? Cool shades, bro !

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:27 PM

Noelle wrote:

About this "plus size" issue. This is the standard because **we as the public allow this to be a standard** If you want something like this to be changed, you'll have to affect the pocketbook of whomever's making the decision. How you choose to try to implement change is up to you. I like to think that I do my own part in some small way to try to at least encourage awareness on the issue.

If these are supposed to be fashion's future bright stars and *they* don't know how to drape anything other than a stick figure, I don't know why they would expect plus sized (in this case size 12 and up) people to dress themselves. It's not really a challenge to design for one body type is it? Especially when their designs will go up to a 14 or so when they get their intership at INC.

Also, out of curiousity. Are live model figure drawing classes required for fashion design? As an art major I had to take about ten thousand figure drawing and painting classes with a live model (of all kinds of body types) that also included anatomy classes for artists.

Do students who will be eventually clothing real bodies have to do the same?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:37 PM

jan wrote:

Just a comment from an old artist who loves the show...Jeffrey is a smug 8 year old who needs a good thwarp! Grrrrrr peeves everyone I know! Smarten up little boy; we're all recovering from one thing or another....and...most of us havn't had all of the lucky breaks you've had either (and I'm sure have worked just as hard)! Wise Up and be grateful you brat.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:43 PM

tony wrote:

Are Michael Kors and Nina Garcia actually Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons from Top Chef? They look VERY similar to one another. Hmmm. Even some of the comments are the same-SCARRY!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 10:57 PM

lolly wrote:

Dear Tim,
I think it is assuming to say that Vincent was trying to "sway" the french judge Catherine. He admired her and respected her opinion and was seeking her advice on his dress. If I were Catherine I would have taken this as a compliment. Vincent is a very passionate man who believes strongly in his design, fashion, art etc. He is expressive and lovely and on the show he has shown nothing but respect and grace towards his fellow designers, judges and others involved. One of his fellow desingers wrote me and told me he was a gem. I think the public has a misconception when it comes to Vincent. He may have overwhelmed Catherine but I think he was being genuine in his overture to her as well as complimenting her on her taste and fashion. He is innovative...a true designer...not a copycat and his creations are probably better produced not under pressure!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:00 PM

Lorraine wrote:

Tim, thank you for your comments this week. I have never liked reality shows but somehow PR has got me hooked. So much so that I bought the DVDs from Seasons 1 and 2 so I can watch whenever I want to. You really are, as so many bloggers have said, a delightful presence on the show. You seem like such a nice person, the students at Parson must love you.
P.S. To Gaylord, you sound like a great dad - your letter warmed my heart.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:14 PM

Kristen wrote:

Yes, I didn't know there wasn't going to be a show on this week either...Bravo---you let me down!

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:22 PM

missy wrote:

Jeffrey should have been censored for the truelly abhorant way he treated Angela's mom. He was so out of line, and saying she was the starship enterprise to Kayne.
I don't understand the animosity Laura showed towards Angela either. I agree with another PR viewer that the claws were out. I think if Angela could have designed another dress like the Audrey Hepburn, she would still be on.
I really like Angela's style...quirky and fun.
Too bad Jeffrey is such a creep. And his mother is an enabler.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:22 PM

ANGIE wrote:

Missed viewing pr Wednesday.Saw a picture of Uli with Nazri the model in Sundays paper. Is this a hint that Uli has won.Question. What could Angela have done to just about all of the designers to make them hate her so.Even Uli got in a shot about Angela. Jeffrey's behavior and verbage towards Angela shines a light on his past and continuing dysfunction. The judges don't "understand" me and I haven't won a challenge so I'm going to beat up on Angela. In addition, I'm going to cross the line and beat up on Angela's mother too, bring her to tears. Mr.Sebellia(hope I spelled it correctly) will not win Miss Congeniality, further he should take a lesson from ex president Nixon who learned that hate was his undoing. You reap what you sow Jeffrey. No pun intended. Angie

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:25 PM

Liz Leslie wrote:

Tim, thanks for writing something for us for this week! I don't know why I was the only one on the planet not to know that Runway was going to be skipped, but I was frantic last night! I finished my prep for the morning and settled down to a well-derserved treat of Runway, but EGAD! Nothing -- not even a "Project Runway will return next week". So thanks Tim, for helping to aswage my withdrawal pains. Like Bridgette, I'm betting on Michael to win and Laura to be runner-up. Though Laura is my favorite, overall, I think Michael has been the top designer. Then they should go into to business together: As a team they provide class, style, conscience, taste, verve, skill, technique & imagination: everything *I* like in a designer. See you next week, on the Runway.

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:29 PM

Peggy Szymeczek wrote:

A new episode was promo'ed all week. Then, when I tuned in, I saw last week's episode. Talk about disappointed! Why do the producers find it necessary to torture the viewers?

posted on September 21, 2006 at 11:54 PM

Gigi Perez wrote:

Dear: Tim

When is Project Runway coming to Chicago? if not how can I enter in New York. I wrote to the Bravo network and no response!!

Sincerely,
Gigi

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:01 AM

Karen wrote:

Sometimes Project Runway makes me cry. It's sad to see someone as sweet as Kayne go.
Sometimes Project Runway makes me mad. How can you give Jeffery a win for a dress that is all plaid? Sometimes Project Runway makes me laugh. The silly hat Vincent put on his first model. The backward dress. The zipper that broke. It is in that spirit I have come up with a list that reflects Season 3 losers so far.

Stacey - "Went With The Wind"
Malan - "Runchin. You don't like?
But I do it so well"
Katherine - "At least my dog was
better dressed than Keith's dog."
Keith - "But I can't fall asleep
unless I am reading a good
pattern book.
Bonnie - "You don't like my pink
turtleneck? I made it long enough
to be a dress."
Bradley - "Cher? Who is Cher?"
Alison - "But isn't she adorable"
Robert - "It looked nicer on Barbie"
Angela - "Fleurchons Anyone?"
Vincent - "Have glue. Will travel."
Kayne - "I who loves color, who
loves glamour, am told, I didn't
use enough"

If you can think of any better lines.
By all means. Please share.

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:06 AM

Michael Crawford wrote:

Tim:

Help...Jeffrey cannot be the ideal of a fashion designer. He is rude and certainly not a personality that people would want to purchase clothes from in the real world. If he wins, my faith in people's character amounting to something of value would be crushed. Other than that - keep up the great work! I love the show. Waving to you from Florida.

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:28 AM

Kelsey wrote:

I think it's amazing how Jeffery has gone from being a drug addict and alcoholist to being a designer (to jackie) Getting off drugs is a struggle and I think it is amazing! Way to go Jeffery!
I also wanted to tell you Tim, that I am glad that Michael was put on the show because he is a christian and not many shows have christians on them!!!
THANKS!
P.s. u make the show great!
MAKE IT WORK! CARRY ON!

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:41 AM

Carole Parker wrote:

Keith deserved to be booted from the show - cheating is cheating, and I believe the contract stated that violation of the contract would get them kicked off the show. If they didn't enforce the rules, you would have an even less valid show.

Producers having a say in who stays/goes - the statement has always been in the credits. Not what I would prefer, either, but the bills have to be paid. Besides, it keeps some of you coming back to see if the person that you dislike finally gets offed (or should I say auf'd?).

I did not like Jeffrey's attitude during the mom episode, either. It seems like the "models" should have been privately interviewed by the judges before their decision was made. Insulting a client is not good business form, and I would have said "good bye" to Jeffrey for that. Personally, if I had been in Angela's mom's place, I would have walked off the set and not let Jeffrey compete. At the very least, I would have tried to speak to Tim Gunn about it.

I'll admit that I was happy to hear that Vincent got rejected twice. I did not like his attitude at all, and how he didn't interact with Angela on the one episode that they were supposed to be a "team." It's hard to be a team when someone tells you "go away and stay away from me."

Jeffrey's clothes look like the kind of garments that would look okay on a teenager, hooker, or trailer trash, but not something that someone with taste would wear.

My tastes run towards Michael and Laura with a favorable nod to Uli. Darn. I wish Alison had made it to this point. She really looked like she had some talent there.

posted on September 22, 2006 at 2:36 AM

Val wrote:

I don't know why everyone is hating on Jeffrey...sure he isn't all sunshine and roses, but his work has a clear voice, and shows innovation. The one I couldn't stand is Vincent. He was the vulgar one. Plus a lot of his things were totally design challenged...he should of been offed way before he had the model problem

posted on September 22, 2006 at 3:03 AM

Digitz wrote:

Reality Check on Fashion and Reality TV.

Tim correctly stated that fashion is subjective. What you love - I might hate and vice versa. Fashion is not about trying to sell garments to general public – it’s more like art. Do you like Van Gogh or Toulouse Lautrec, Dali or Rubens or Warhol? Let me ask you – how many pieces shown on the runway by the top designers would you wear (their models are size 4 as well)? - What you’re buying is a label: shirt here, trousers there, maybe a dress or a tank top or whatever by established names in the fashion industry. Yet, fashion is about innovation and vision – and no, you don’t have to wear it. I might :) (I’m 48 European and yes, I can afford it and fit into it).

I came across PR about a month ago. By the way, Reality TV really irks me and I think it’s predictable. Question I have is why most of you root for a designer based on his/her character instead of their work? Please indulge me.

Regards

posted on September 22, 2006 at 3:31 AM

Susan in MN wrote:

For those who are saying Angela's mom was passive agressive-- whose mom ISN'T? : )

Surely Bobby Trendy doesn't fit into the gay man have style, taste, etc comment.

posted on September 22, 2006 at 10:24 AM

claudegiz wrote:

Digitz, you are correct, fashion is highly subjective. I'm 46 Black American, with long legs, short torso, hips and lotsa bust. Nothing I see on the Runway could I wear due to my proportions. So I appreciate it for the beauty. Where I can appreciate a line that is elegant and filled with elan. I can equally appreciate a line full of pizzazz and wow.

However, we are human and we cannot help filtering our like or dislike of something through our feelings about a particular person. Which is why it is always best for an artist, whether traditionally or not, fashion or canvas, to remain aloof from society. Because one's talent has nothing to do with one's personality.

Regards
claudegiz

posted on September 22, 2006 at 10:24 AM

kandy wrote:

IT's Jeff or Laura. I'd buy Jeff's line in a minute. Dont know what happen to Micheal. This NY show was better than last year. Tim's right.

posted on September 22, 2006 at 10:35 AM

Terry wrote:

Like so many, I'm addicted to the show (this year I'm pulling for Micheal to win - it's about time a brother gets a break!!); his stuff is always the best (IMO).

Tim, you're a doll. Your charm and civility should be taught in school. If it's an act, you need to start doing movies, b/c it's convinced me that someone needs to start making your clones! The show wouldn't be nearly as good without you there to help and guide the new designers (and viewers). Don't change one thing!!

I do have one question: When the credits at the end roll, it says the selection of the judges is impacted by the producers of the show. Does that mean that the producers talk the judges into keeping someone just b/c of ratings, not because of their design ability (or lack thereof)?

posted on September 22, 2006 at 10:37 AM

Gina wrote:

I think that Micheal or Jeffery will win season 3. Uli and Laura make the same dresses over and over again, just using different materials. What kind of a collection can they possibly make?

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:14 PM

Brenda wrote:

Hi Tim,

I just love Michael. He makes clothes that are so attractive and so sexy, but classy. Everything he made was right on point. It he not the next hot designer, it will really surprise me. It will not be hard for him to get a job. Maybe with Diddy, Rocawear, or some hip hop, classy, modern designer. I am not sure I will be able to afford him after he become the big designer that I know he wil become. Michael defintely got my vote. Michael keep up the good work. Tim you are awesome!

posted on September 22, 2006 at 12:28 PM

Gail wrote:

Does Michael Kors own any other clothes except black blazers, black t-shirts and jeans?

posted on September 22, 2006 at 1:13 PM

Melanie wrote:

I love the show. My fiance and I watch it every week. About the no new episode this week, I think it was done last season so it was not unexpected. I love Tim Gunn and the way he interacts with the designers. Heidi is always gracious and tells the truth about how she feels about each garment. I do feel the Nina is extremely critical but she has to be for her job. Micheal Kors is a man I admire and respect although his clothes are sometimes way out of my price range. About the designers. Vincent should have been out way before the couture challange. Except for the family challange, his choce of taste was hideous. Angela does have talent but she needs to remember that there are many different age groups out there where the little rosettes would not be appreciated with one age group when the other would love it. BTY, I love the outfit made during the Macy's challenge. I loved Alison and her ideas although I didn't like the bow on her model during the recycling challenge. I actually liked Kain's design esthetic. It's not over the top and definately not boring. I actully liked the skirt that he made (not the one that went down the runway) during the recycling challenge. It showed the artist in him. Robert is another one that I liked. On the family challenge, I believed that if the dress had a red