To start this week before I get into the details, I just want to say I actually think they all did a pretty good job. Dressing real women is always a bit of a challenge for designers, and in past seasons when they have had to dress real women they have had some serious train wrecks. I actually thought this week when seeing the runway show that all the women seemed to really like the outfits and that they all looked pretty good. That being said there were some really boring looks this week. So let’s get into it. The challenge this week was working with a boyfriend/spouse of the model (not actual models however) The panic of dressing the men themselves went away and instead frustration set in as they tried to work with the men to dress the women. Ironically I think all of the designers somehow choose the man that belonged with the women that worked with their style. (even if they all wanted to say otherwise)
The winner this week was Joshua. I liked this dress. It is simple and plain, but classic. It fits her really well, and I agree with the judges I could see this in other colors as well and it would also be great.
I really liked the back and the detailing. I guess the square back is the new thing since we have seen everyone doing it this season.
The loser this week was Bryce. Here’s the thing, I agree it was his time to go design wise I don’t feel like he has offered much for awhile. The fit on the dress was not great, but I kind of disagree with the judges, I think the pockets are cool and I don’t think they make her hips look all big. She is a pretty small girl so maybe that is why I don’t think it is a big deal, but besides making the dress more casual, I am with her, I like them it is a great place for your phone 🙂
What I really loved was Viktor’s look. I would wear that whole thing in a heart beat. In fact I may just make that skirt for myself. I love the color combo the fit, everything.
Anthony Ryan got ripped a new one from the judges. I agree it is boring, but it looks really good on her. I think it is cute, flattering and she seems really happy by the dress so I say job well done. At least he made it through to next week, I guess.
Then it hit me. It looks like a cheaper version of the look Kimberly made for the Nina Garcia challenge. It surprises me a little the judges didn’t catch that or think that… Oliver is done in my mind.
The last one I didn’t totally get is Laura. I like Laura, but she was pretty upset this week that she wasn’t in the top and I think she should consider herself lucky that she wasn’t in the bottom. There is a really weird line across the hip… maybe spanx or something? The whole thing just looks off, or wrong and then I realized something…
Laura was wearing the same thing… (almost anyway) I am starting to think she only designs the same look. Not unlike past (or current) designers but I guess I don’t really care for the look, it’s a little sloppy, and a little moo-moo.
So what were your thoughts? Love it hate it?
Erica @ Acire Adventures
It's funny because some of these women were a lot closer to the model body type than to the curvy, real-world woman that I would expect from such a challenge! Oh well. I agree with what you said about Laura for sure, that dress was not first place material by any stretch.
mama marchand
Thoughts about this past week's episode: Viktor should have won, Laura needs to either step it up or go home, Oliver is annoying, and I'm glad Bryce is gone. I'm eager to see what next week's episode is like!
Jessica
I also think Victor should have won. I LOVED that look! I would totally wear that! I felt really bad for the women though being critiqued. The judges said some really mean things and they all really liked their looks. Oliver was so annoying this episode! I thought he should have been in the bottom.
Miss Ash
I love that you do write ups like these because I don't watch television and I totally get a lot out of your comments. <br /><br />So thanks!
Ashley
I agree on all of your points. Viktor is my favorite this season. I so want that skirt…I may also try to make it (that should be interesting…lol) I haven't really cared for Oliver since day one…I don't know it is just something about him and I am sorry but he is yet to impress me in the design area. When it showed Laura in that red dress I was like, Oh my… what is she wearing!
ppags
I agree on your comments about Laura and Oliver. I was getting really irritated listening to Oliver whine about boobs. What got to me more was that he was way more scared when he thought he would have to design for men (who have no boobs). I think what he really wants to do is design for pre-pubescent girls. I can't wait to see him gone!
Jessica at Me Sew Crazy
Ok – so I finally got around to watching the episode today. Loved it! <br /><br />I think the looks that were in the top 3 were meant to be there. I loved both Viktor and Joshua's look. personally, I see myself wearing more of Joshua's look – so I was happy he won. Viktor's was equally as fabulous though! <br /><br />I agree with you about Oliver. Initially he was one of my
Valerie
Ugh. I am so over Oliver… and I am glad I am not the only one that noticed his outfit looked like a cheap knock off of the fabulous one Kim did for Nina Garcia!<br />I didn't really get the kimono thing Anya did? Though the judges LOVED it. ??? And I felt like Anthony Ryan kinda didn't deserve all the negativity… yeah, it was kinda boring, but he really tried to cater to what his
Jess
I love your blog! I just found it, had to pin about ten things to make for my girls. Thanks for all the great tutorials and patterns! They are awesome. Jessica<br />justsewdarncute.blogspot.com
alittlepetite
I LOVE that black dress! wow! the detailing is just beautiful and yes simple, but still very classy!