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Second-Guessing Myself

Jonny describes 'The Fashion Show's' first challenge and elimination.

May 7, 2009

The First Day

Boy oh boy … what a long Day One. It’s hard to believe it was only one day; it seemed like several. First impression … overwhelmed. I feel so rushed to do anything that matters, but have all the time in the world to wait around or stand smiling … wish it was the opposite, but that’s the whole concept I guess. Not enough time, food, sleep (as of tonight), and solidarity … no talking, no socializing.

But I must say I’m very impressed with the others. Everyone is pretty cool. Merlin and his red hat/feather. He’s lucky I didn’t King Fu chop it in half with my razor sharp hand. Some people are familiar, but I don’t know anyone. A lot of talent that I’m happy to work with or against, depending on the challenge of course.

I hope I feel inspired in the morning. I’m nervous about the challenge. I’m not as technically trained as others, which slows me down and time…really giving me anxiety. But I’m happy, and happy with whatever happens. Hope for all the inspiration and success constructing my look tomorrow!

Oh Yaaaaaa. Boom. & Kaboom.

The First Elimination

I just worked the longest day … up at 5 a.m. and back to my Fisher-Price “my first bunk bed” at about 1 a.m. My fingertips are sooo sore. I have been working as fast as I can, really focused. The hardest thing so far is time! Not enough time to really explore options, creativity, fabrics, pattern perfection etc. I only have enough fabric to do one top and the “must-have” pencil/tube skirt.

I’m going forward with a simple halter blouse, but will drape and gather very elegantly. The charcoal silk I chose is beautiful fabric. I also think many other designers are missing the mark on the challenge. The design is supposed to be wearable, not a genie outfit, or some avant-garde design that will only look interesting on the runway and sellable! Plus I want to bring my men’s design influence in with this piece. The vertical gathering is reminiscent of a tux shirt and the horizontal waist gather are like a cummerbund.

Our group is cool other than Kristin calling us out in front of Isaac and Kelly today. I think we are working together well. We have all really thought through our strategy both individually and as a team. I really wanted to get it done today, but the sewing machine was occupied the last hour … so I’m going to have to really hurry in the morning to get done. After Isaac and Kelly came through and bagged on everyone’s design, I realized I had to change my pattern to make it bigger. Plus I only had a very very short fitting with my model Sara. Although she seems similar to her card, she definitely is busty. I’m worried about her bust size and how soft her waist line is. If my look doesn’t have an hourglass silhouette it will look horribly sloppy. I’m going to have to squeeze her midsection tight. But our skirt is definitely tight.

I’m regretting not measuring her bare bust today. I measured it with her bra on, and it matches my garment but I really don’t know how much her bust will drop when the bra is off. The cameras were pointed right at her so to be a gentleman I didn’t remove the bra. I need to stop second-guessing myself.

I’m so exhausted. Anyways tomorrow is elimination and I’m nervous. I’m pretty sensitive and don’t look forward to ridicule. Trying to be positive. After all, what’s the worst that can happen? I have a great business, Elmer Ave, and life I love already at home. I think many of my competition don’t.

Comments

10 Comments
Johnny one miss step does
Submitted by Faye on May 14, 2009.

Johnny one miss step does not make or break a career. Look around you at all the designers that have had a bad runway show and yet are still around. Isaac! Keep at it and when you become more of a household name then you can hire a guaduate from FIT to help you with your women's line. Good luck!

I'm sorry you didn't last
Submitted by Viewer on May 9, 2009.

I'm sorry you didn't last longer in the competition. It would have been nice to see you design in your genre at which I am sure you excel. The two garments you designed for yourself were awesome!

I hate to say it but the outfit you designed and made was ugly and ill-fitting . The hem of the skirt was so tight that the model had to climb stairs knock-kneed AND in high heels! It's a wonder she had not fallen. However...I would have liked to have seen you go further in order to see what you could have come up with to redeem yourself. A few of the drooping baby diaper ..err.."harem pants" outfits definitely should have been on the chopping block had your skirt not been so tight. As an aside, the one designer who cannot sew will not last long with shoddy execution of her designs.

I know you have talent, but alas, this competition was not yours to win...this time. I hope you received enough exposure to make more people aware of you and your line of menswear.

Best always! :)

Simply put, you wuz robbed.
Submitted by Vic on May 9, 2009.

Simply put, you wuz robbed. While I cannot say I liked your design, it was not the worst. You happen to work with the team that lost, but there were some harem pants outfits that truly described the word "awful." Your men's clothes are fabulous. I wish you much success.

Aw hell! Jonny D you were
Submitted by Dave on May 8, 2009.

Aw hell! Jonny D you were one of my favorites! You did not deserve that. And listen dude-the striped blazer you wore at elimination rocked my socks off. Where can I get my hands on one???
Best of luck to you :)

Having never sewn women's
Submitted by lilypad on May 8, 2009.

Having never sewn women's clothes, you really blew it. BUT your menswear tailoring looks exquisite! That is really hard to do. Best wishes!

Jonny, I think you are
Submitted by Karen on May 8, 2009.

Jonny, I think you are talented in your own way but last night maybe you made a mistake and did'nt take the model's measurements. Because her skirt was definitely to tight. She look like she could'nt breathe. Stick to men's wear, you do a good job with that.

Jonny Boy!!!!! I loved
Submitted by Lara Brundage Binch on May 8, 2009.

Jonny Boy!!!!!
I loved watching you last night :)I had no idea you had such talent!!Email me let's keep in touch:)
Love,
Lara Brundage Binch

They have no taste and it's
Submitted by vdojock69 on May 8, 2009.

They have no taste and it's obvious. You are creative and fabulous...everyone else in the contest makes me want to vomit. Why is there a reson to watch except to laugh as Mizbarfays pretentious Queeny attitude.....? no other reason The fashion industry really needs to ditch the bitchy " self proclaimed experts" and rethink what true style is all about. Being a gay person makes me embarrassed after I watch Bravo sometimes.

I love your menswear
Submitted by Santiago on May 8, 2009.

I love your menswear designs. Is there anyway i can see the rest of your work. I am a professional and competitive dancer. I fell in love with your jacket designs. Please inform me as soon as you can

Hi Jonny! First of all I
Submitted by Shane on May 7, 2009.

Hi Jonny!
First of all I think you were ROBBED!! No way you should have been eliminated when Kristin's outfit was so amateur! Your outfit may have been tight, but it was sexy! I loved the concept!

Secondly, I love your style and your menswear! I am in Chicago, and am a hair colorist. The divine Miss Oprah is one of my regular clients. I would love to wear your stuff! Where can I get pieces for myself? I loved the jackets you were wearing on the show and would love to see more.

Please feel free to contact me through my website at www.TalbottTeas.com

I know you will move forward to do great things! Love your designs! Best of luck!

Shane

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