Video - Brief LKL Clip - Questions Answered

Click here for video of Heidi, Tim and Nina answering questions in a segment that was not broadcast last Friday. Thanks Sophie.

Okay, who asked the 'Do you read any blogs' question? And, Nina, would it have hurt you to just admit that you read BPR? And I say that in a way that is not meant to be mean-spirited. We love our 'NINAGARCIA,' as Justin Couture would say.

Hi Tim!

ETA: Since we here on BPR always strive to serve the fans - we have added a transcript of the Q&A here! Thanks, Laura the Lawyer!

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Fun With BPR!

First, from Celia, this link to NPR's "A Project Runway Solution For Our Nation." Tim Gunn For President!

Next a new Project Runway blog! Project Yawnur! Welcome Phaolo!

Vincent made the Emmy dress for Dana Del George who accompanied nominee H.A. Arnarson who was one of the nominees for editing on "Survivor."
Click here for the video.

Katy has her Waste Not post up!

Here is another great recap that I had never seen before. Thanks, Sophie.

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Episode 8 Speculation

Let's see what we've got so far. First, there is the brief preview at the end of Episode 7 where Heidi is once again holding the magic bag and announces: "for your next challenge you will be designing an outfit for a jet-setter". Who will the jet-setter be? What's the bag for? Model selection? It doesn't look like they are working in teams in the workroom....hmmmm....

And it certainly looks like the long anticipated "change in venue" is imminent, courtesy of Delta Airlines. And isn't it convenient that Parsons just happens to have a campus in Paris? Or could the designers be heading somewhere else?

It also appears, according to other previews that Tim will be the one delivering the 'auf' this week. Does it happen on the runway ... does it happen before ... does it happen that way at all?

There is the new Bravo preview promising more ugliness from Jeffrey. Haven't we had our fill of that already this season?

Finally, there is more speculation regarding the two different versions of Episode 7. One version was originally shown on Wednesday night (and can be downloaded via iTunes). The other version shows Heidi giving a longer speech regarding immunity and how wins now could affect the outcome in the future (right before she introduces the judges). There are other subtle differences in the episode but Heidi's announcement seems to have the most gravitas.

Devoted Beeper, Loribeth sends us this report of the edited version:

It comes about 35 minutes in. It is right before the runway show, when the designers are seated. Heidi is standing and she says to them (and this IS verbatim):

"Always important to do your best work because there will be other benefits to winning challenges that will be revealed later."

Hmmmm... What could this mean?

Just a friendly reminder: This post is for Episode Eight speculation and for "'Do your best' statement edit" speculation - not for "final four" speculation and definitely NOT for spoilers. BPR aims to remain spoiler-free. Please respect this. We will give you all the chance to choose your "Top Four" later this week. Thanks everyone!

Here is the yahoo preview. It shows model selection. Here is a Google preview. Thanks Jordan!

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Drop Everything!

Fourfour's recap is up!

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Heidi at the Emmys ...

...and she looked stunning! Click here for other images from the weekend event.

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Sunday Reading.....

First, here is an article about Tim Gunn. Thanks Wendie!

This NYTimes article features a picture of the CEO of Federated Department Stores. Hmmmm... I see something familiar in the background. Thanks Joseph!

Click here for a video interview with Nina Garcia. Thanks Kelly. (Click on the blue hyperlink of Nina's name.)

Beauty Addict magazine features an interview with Nick Verreos! Thanks Tara.

Speaking of Uncle Nick, it looks like he will be the special guest at an event called La Mode in Seattle. Mark your calendars!

ETA: AND it looks like Daniel Franco will be at the same event on September 8th! Thanks Kim.

Here is a link to a video interview with Heidi and Tim on the set of the Entertainment Weekly photo shoot. Thanks Wendie, Susan and Jeremy!

This is from Iconique. Thanks, Ruins.

Were you a little disappointed in the Larry King interview?

This might confirm what you were thinking.... Thanks Anne.

Here is another mention of the Delta-Project Runway tie-in. Thanks Susan.

Simran sends us this mention of a Season Two designer making an appearance at a fashion event at Cherry Hill Mall on September 9th. Who could it be? It looks like the Cherry Hill Mall is in New Jersey - not far from Philadelphia. Hmmmmmm.....

Karl Lagerfeld disses our favorite show here. Ha, very funny Mr. Lagerfeld. We know that you are "in bed" with Tommy Hilfiger and appeared in his lame rip-off of Project Runway..."The Cut." SOUR GRAPES. So sad.... Thanks, Marsha.

Attention Alison Kelly fans: Here is some news about Alison teaming up with jewelry designer Rachel Leigh. Good luck girls!

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Emmy Pre-Show/Emmy Awards Reminder

Tonight Project Runway is up for an Emmy Award in the Outstanding Reality-Competition Program category. The show is broadcast live on NBC from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles starting at 8:00 Eastern. And don't miss the Emmy Red Carpet Special starting at 7:00 Eastern featuring our very own Tim Gunn.




As you can see, the radiant Heidi and the dapper Tim have been enjoying the pre-Emmy festivities such as the one hosted by Entertainment Weekly last night.

Good luck, Project Runway! Good luck, Tim!

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Hey Raymundo!

Many of you wrote to mention that you spotted Raymundo Baltazar on a episode of The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency. Of course we followed up with a note to Raymundo and he is indeed very busy! First here is his official bio:

Raymundo Baltazar-Flores, 26, was born in Morelos,Mexico.

He's a designer-stylist and the founder of "Young.Balls." - a line of leading edge youth-wear. He's been working in fashion, art and media since he was 16 years old. Baltazar has worked as a stylist at LA's Fashion Week, assistant designer for "S-Hoper Designs," retail at "BCBGMaxAzria," and buyer for a contemporary retail chain. Recently, Raymundo was the head-stylist for the new "Ed Hardy" launch fashion show "Runway," in Hollywood and "Ipop," in New York. Aside from finishing his second collection for "Young.Balls.," he's worked with "The Jim Henson Company" and "The Dan Clark Company" styling the actors for the preschool pilot "Laugh-Pad" for The Cartoon Network. He's even styled a gay theamed puppet comedy for the Dan Clark Company called, "Playing With Dolls". Raymundo is presently working at ABC-Disney in the wardrobe styling department.

Raymundo has apeared on the "Janice Dickinson Show" and of course, Bravo's hit series, "Project Runway".

Raymundo Baltazar, a graduate of L.A.'s design school FIDM, lives in Los Angeles with his three dogs and one cat.

Here are some of the latest looks from Raymundo's Young.Balls line:



Thanks for keeping in touch with BPR, Raymundo!

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BPR Interview with Robert Best

Robert Best was already a well known designer before Season 3 of Project Runway began. Many pegged him as an early favorite to make the finals and we were surprised to see him leave so soon. We all know about his talent. He also shows us what a nice guy he is:

BPR: Hi Robert, you have many heartbroken fans on BPR. Where were you Wednesday night and who did you watch the show with? Were your friends and family surprised?

Robert: I watched at home with a good friend of mine. I think everyone was surprised except for me, since it happened quite a while ago.

BPR: How did your gorgeous sister Teresa react to seeing herself on the show?

Robert: She hasn't seen it yet. I told her that they all but edited her right off the show. Nobody wants to watch people with good manners... evidently.

BPR: You grew up in Utah, not necessarily known as a fashion hotbed. What got you interested in fashion design?

Robert: I was dropped on my head as an infant. Actually, my mom loved to watch classic films and I would watch them with her, and I think thats where it all began.

Click here to continue reading our interview with Robert as he touches on the importance of model selection and his friendship with Kayne.

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Interview With Angela's Mom!

We continue our interview with the mom models from the 'Everyday Woman' challenge. This time we get to hear from Angela's mom, Darlene. We knew that there just had to be wonderful aspects to Darlene's Runway experience as well as things she would share about Angela that only a mother would know. BPR thanks Darlene as well as her son, Chris, who helped facilitate this interview to satisfy the curiosity of all of the fans from the show.

First of all, did Angela get her love of sewing from you?

I did sew for her as a child. Her older brother Joseph was just one year older and I would often take clothing that he had worn as a baby and add a bit of lace or an applique to make the clothing over for her. She was always so creative. When she was in a private school she could take her plain, navy trousers and make them memorable. She had such a knack for standing out. Oh and she went through her purple phase! But she really expanded her creativity later in college. That's when she really learned how to sew.

When did the producers contact you about going to New York?

It was Memorial Day but the producers didn't finalize the trip until that Friday, the day before I left for New York.

How long did you stay in the city?

I stayed in NY from Saturday through Wednesday. I had never flown before on a plane and I volunteered to arrive by train. They called me back and told me that I had to fly. I overcame any reluctance I had about flying in order to surprise Angela.

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Recapalooza!

Uncle Nick's Inside Dish...

Scuba: The Schmoopiest Episode Ever...

Needs Inspiration is back from summer camp and she has never-seen-before screen caps!

Emily is a strong newcomer...

The Quiet One is anything but...

Nachos and Mommas at Jesse's place...

Jayne and Jeff: together again!

The Runway Review from the pros at Beauty Addict Magazine...

There's a baby naming poll at The Gaze...

And still more: Elisa, The Lipstick Mystic, Toyouke at Reality TV Rules, Jen at the Snarkfest, Bad Girls Do It Better, Kayne Watching, Spikewriter, Chelsea,

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Bettie Bloodshed's Transcript of Tim's Podcast for Episode Seven

Once again BPR thanks Bettie for her generous service!

I'm Tim Gunn and this is my podcast for Episode 7. So we are coming out of the waste management/recycle America challenge, the one in which Alison was out.

I am still despondent. That was a real shock and a surprise. Those of you who listened to my last podcast know who I think should have gone.

Michael won, he is the first designer to have won two challenges of any kind, let alone two challenges in a row, so that is very thrilling for him.


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BPR Exclusive: Katy's Take

Beginning this week, auf'd Project Runway contestant Katherine Gerdes will be giving us exclusive access to her insider's view of each week's episode. Katy brings us her unique insight not only from a designer's perspective, but as someone who knows the personalities involved. Welcome Katy!

Episode 7: Everyday Woman

Ahh… the “mom” challenge! I can’t decide if this is something I wish I had been around for or not… of course I would have liked to stay (and win!), but there are a few reasons that I don’t think I would have liked this one:

I am very protective of my parents. Now my mom and I can get in some pretty heated arguments and I might say some not so nice things (sorry mom!), but I’m her daughter! If anyone else says crap about my mom I’m ready to kick some butt and trust me, I may be small, but I’m feisty! I would have been very concerned for my mom because she isn’t model size and I’m sure she would have taken it to heart if some of the designers were talking badly about plus sized people. Now this is where it would have gotten interesting though, I would have gotten upset and worried for her, but no matter how badly she felt inside, if Jeffrey (or anyone else) talked crap to her, I fully believe she would have grabbed him by the you-know-what’s, given a good twist and said something to the extent of “who the h-e-double hockey sticks do you think you bleeping are you little bleeping-bleep, whiney-@ss bleep?” Ah yes… I think my feisty-ness came from her! Thanks mom!

Click here to continue reading "Katy's Take" on Episode 7...

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Video - Brief Larry King Live Clip

You can watch a brief segment, 'How Project Runway Took Off,' that was part of last night's Larry King Live show. Click here to see the video. Thanks Precious, Lynn and Wendie.

ETA: Click here to read the transcript from the program.

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Larry King Live Party!

"Inside Project Runway" on Larry King! Join your fellow Beepers for the fun.

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