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Reco and Me

Danielle dishes on her less-than-stellar relationship with her partner.

Jun 18, 2009

I should have known it was going to be a rough week working with Reco when it started off with him freaking out screaming and disrespecting all of us because he wasn’t in the top and Haven finally was. I mean I was already getting sick of his insults and attitude but this put me over the edge and confirmed where I stand with my opinions of him. Don’t get me wrong; outside of this experience we could probably adore each other. We just really are not anywhere near the same page with our design ideals. Anyway, it was a recipe for disaster from the start. Two extremely strong personalities, two completely different design styles, and one big tension from the start. It started off badly with that damn Mini Challenge. I don’ t know how I let that frumpy ass outfit be our final presentation; it’s just so hard to meet in the middle with Reco. I learned my lesson about that for the second time when working with Reco on the main challenge. It felt like being back in a group with Merlin – the old Merlin from the first challenge. Granted a lot of the responsibility is mine to take, but with the lack of agreement, I felt like his silence is as much to blame as my failed risks. And for the record I did not hate my outfit or think it was horrible, there just had to be two top and two bottom groups and mine just wasn’t enough to make it to the top. Hearing Isaac and Veronica speak I was in a trance – I learned so much just being up there for a few minutes about working in the industry, understanding color, and about myself. Hopefully this is the turnover to a fresh week and fresh start. One with confidence and humility, risks, and refinement. It’s time to redeem myself because it will only get harder from here now that we are down to only seven! This next week will also be a chance to turn over a new leaf. Erase my prejudgments of my other contestants and learn about respect from bad examples.

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Reco was not upset that Haven won...he was annoyed that the "pony tail on top of his head guy" (forgot his name) was so flippant about the critique of the judges...saying he did not care ....that's why Reco started to go off about "messing with his profession"...& you should just go home....As a viewer that's what i saw as soon as he said it..and then he even told you when you asked what his problem was. .You assumed that he was mad that Haven won....and still after he explained what his beef was you are intent on finding something negative to say about him...it looks very unclassy to say negative things about others...Once or twice you may expresse your distaste for someone...but every week you're on about Recco ...does it really help you...focus and cultivate positive energy.

Honestly, I think you have the best designs most fo the time. Very classy and extremely wearable for the normal lady however, your personality really really sucks which is going to make it difficult to work with you.

Consider how you present yourself to the world. Perhaps you don't realize your attitude is so abrasive and undesirable. It will only hurt you in the long run and you are so talented its a shame to sabotage yourself.

I hope you learned that your bad attitude about Reco was largely responsible for what happened this week. When you start thinking someone else is obnoxious and difficult you fail to see how your own behavior is a problem.

Oh Danielle your just a hater. You hate that Reco is giving you a run for your money and on top of that he's black. Unless there is something that is being done by him that is not being shown on camera, your just afraid because Reco is competition to you. Really, learn to be a good sport. He could have thrown you under the bus when Isaac and Kelly came to see the look, but he stood there with you although that was totally not his design. You could learn something from him sweetie, especially on manners and being a team player.

Girl, your outfrt was not good at all. The only thing that looked presentable was the top under the jacket. Should have gone with the dress Reco came up with.

You should not have been combative with Reco. You should be grateful you had the chance to work with him..he's an incredible designer! You can learn a lot from him.

Daniella, I think you should have been tickled pink to have had Reco as your partner. His skills are first-rate and if you would have worked WITH him instead of AGAINST him, you guys would have kicked ass! Maybe you don't like his attitude but you have to admit the man has serious talent! It is The Fashion Show... not the Best Friend Show. Since you guys are down to seven, you'll likely work solo next time.. But in the future you'll probably be teamed up with somebody. Don't let your personal feelings get in the way of winning.

Daniella your pants were terrible. Reco's jacket and blouse I would buy. Take responsiblity for your mistakes and don't blame others. You are young and convinced you know it all but that's not the way others see it. You are way too full of yourself and yes, Merlin's design was way better than yours and he deserved to win.

Danielle, I love watching what you create and bring to this competition. You are quite confident but don't burn your bridges with the other contestants. I think you are honest in your opinions and I respect that. Stay strong...your talent has gotten you this far and you deserve to be here. Watching each week...

you're a horrible person. i pray you don't win. reco was right about you.

Although I am a big fan of Reco you are my second favorite and i'm here to tell you and Reco both to get it together before you both are eliminated. You two are the best designers on the show but with those big egos, you two are sure to come out on the bottom again and believe me those others are happy that you guys are fighting because it gives them a chance to steal the show. Haven and Johnny should have been eliminated.

Daniella,

It was obvious that you had a chip on your shoulder where Reco was concerned. Instead of being a professional, and a team player, you were a bulldog and could only see your vision. You should have been open to his ideas instead of acting like a selfish child who has to have their own way. I loved the sketch of his gown idea and would have loved to see it. Unfortunately, Reco gave in to you and your designs were terrible. Yes, terrible. He behaved as a gentleman, instead of a competitor, and was tired of hitting his head against a wall in trying to collaborate with you, when you weren't interested.

u can do it girl! just hang in there.. u have the talent, the attitude & personality, so u gotta trust your self. Can't wait to see your designs in runways all over the world ;)

Fortunately these events have been long gone, and we are all looking at it, so each person can now have an objective view to what was going on at the time. Daniella you may have had pre-concieved opinions on Reco which may have prevented you from really listening to him. Toning down your approach in voicing your ideas would have not irritated so much and you would have been at adavntage to use him for his speed and creativity. That said, this shows your inexperiance in working within a team to your advantage, a skill which Reco expertly played.(You tend to notice when the other individual starts agreeing with everything you say).You are talented designer but was a bit naive as a person, and I hope that this experiance matured you for the better.

I like your work except this time. It really did look like a thrift shop throw-together. I felt sorry for Reco! Maybe those pajama-gram pants will give you pause to reconsider that you're not always right!

You have talent, but lack experience collaborating with others. You push only your concept until it's accepted without compromise. Your partners are not silent, they try to get their ideas across but you argue back (clearly seen on video). You recognize you have this problem, but still do it even though the judges have called you out on your old ideas & not being a team player. Also, just because you recently came out of school does not mean you know what's in or what's right. You're fortunate to be with people who have years of experience working in the real world, giving you a chance to learn, collaborate, and grow if you choose to do so, but you don't. On TV, you're coming off as a whiny know-it-all that bitches & not pleasant to work with, leaving an unprofessional & unfavorable impression on potential employers & customers. There has to be more to you than that. Please accept that your view in not the only view, & try to compromise & learn from others.

Girl, didn't you just graduate from fashion school? Reco has already been in the business and had dealt with clients. The judges stated that his snowsuit was their favorite and would have won if he had been on the winning team. His little black dress, which you stated was out-dated, WON!!...or did you sleep that one? You are so arrogant that you can't see anyone else's view but your own. You asked for Reco's ideas and opinions, however, you didn't listen or consider any of them. The judges only loved the blouse that Reco designed, which again you criticized. Every week the judges love something that he has done, even if he doesn't win. Come down off your high horse!

You should have been happy to work with Reco he is very talented, as for the comment you made about him being TACKY you have it very confused look at the audience response to his work. If you put your pride aside you might be able to learn from him. We all live and learn I hope you learned something from this experience.

Daniella, I have been a fan of your desighs since day one, HOWEVER, I do have to agree with most of these posters - your "Im better then everyone else" attitude has got to go iof you have any hope in winning this. I agree Reco can be very annoying with his constant "self praise" and crap, but during that challenge, I think you are more to blame for being in the bottom two, then Reco is. You need to learn to listen to your PARTNER when you are paired up like that. Communication and team work is what wins - and I'm sorry to say it, but you failed on both fronts. Those pants were horrible and so was your attitude and professionalism! Get it together, Daniella! BTW: I'm still rooting for you.

U know Daniella,U are talented too.I don't think Reco,can handle other peoples success.I mean you have a goal too.He wants everyone to feel like they have to be someone there not when there designing.Because Reco,always has to finish early.He has to show off!It gets on my nerves.And like whats with his attitude.I mean ur pants could have been better,Im glad u took responsibility.U rock,I hope either u or Haven win.

Daniella, I hate that u claim to have admitted to your mistakes but even after being in the bottom two you continued to talk about what HE could have done differently when his ideas were the only good parts of that outfit. Granted, he sometimes can come off as arrogant or annoying but as a designer he's great. You both could have came up with a unique design, but you chose to dominate and failed miserably. You are always critisizing his ideas but the judges love them so take a second and look at what you've produced. Be a woman, respect the competition, and rise to the occasion.

Sweetie: You need to learn how to work with others. Yes, Reco is difficult. But in the real work world you have yet to experience a true hissy fit. Better learn more people skills and listen to other peoples views. Your attitude will be your downfall.

You are an inexperienced designer and you really should have taken the opportunity to learn from Reco and the other more talented designers on the show. You need to learn when to sit back, observe, and absorb some useful advice from those better at the craft.

You are an inexperienced designer and you really should have taken the opportunity to learn from Reco and the other more talented designers on the show. You need to learn when to sit back, observe, and absorb some useful advice from those better at the craft.

Dont let anyone tell you that you are a bad person, you are young and just learning they say we learn from our mistakes. Reco you can learn from. Dont let him get to you. You graduated with Honors right ? :]

You are very young. While you work on your fashions, you should work on your personality. Less judgemental, less blame, less comparing, or just keep it to yourself. Be who you are without putting down anyone. Read these blogs, there is a lot of great observations and advice.