Own a Piece of Project Runway History!

Beginning on October 29th at 9am PST, Project Runway fans will have the unique opportunity to purchase the season 8 finale designs from Andy, Gretchen, Michael and Mondo.

Our friends at SeenON.com/ProjectRunway will be offering the collections to pre-registered shoppers. This is not an auction. It is a 72-hour private sale.

Sign up for access to this unique shopping event here.

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"Frustrated and Fabulous Final Five" from C(h)oco Chanel

Choco Chanel went above and beyond her always-excellent recap by creating these "portfolio" images for the final five. Aren't they wonderful? We can really see each designer's point of view when all of their designs are presented in this way!

Thank you Miss Chanel. Click here for the full story.

April's portfolio from C(h)oco Chanel

Andy's portfolio from C(h)oco Chanel

Gretchen's portfolio from C(h)oco Chanel

Michael's portfolio from C(h)oco Chanel

Mondo's portfolio from C(h)oco Chanel

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BPR Field Report from "Audi Presents Fashion Houston 2010"

Three Project Runway Champions showed collections in Houston last week and BPR's Houston-based field reporter, John Chakalis sends us this fabulous report. Thank you John!

John C, Chloe Dao and friend, Leigh Anne

Hey BPR,

Houston...we have a Fashion Week!

I have to admit I was cautiously optimistic about a Houston Fashion Week, but after seeing the line-up of designers - Christian Siriano, Chloe Dao, Irina Shabayeva - I was sold!

Christian Siriano at Houston Fashion Week
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A look from Christian's Spring 2011 line
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Christian kicked off the week along with Cesar Galindo, a Houston native who will be a contestant on season two of "The Fashion Show". Chloe and Irina showed on Wednesday night alongside seasoned designer Mark Bouwer. I was surprised to see Kayln Hemphill (winner of "Models of the Runway") walking in all of the shows throughout the week. She's a Houston native as well and she's certainly made us proud!

Kalyn Hemphill models for Christian Siriano
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Irina Shabayeva at Houston Fashion Week
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Kalyn Hemphill models for Irina Shabayeva
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Kalyn models for Irina
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The week garnered tons of press, especially with the help of George Bush Sr. and Barbara Bush who showed up on Tuesday night to cheer on granddaughter Lauren Bush as she premiered her own collection!

Chloe Dao at Houston Fashion Week
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Kalyn Hemphill models for Chloe
Photo: WireImage

Chloe closed the week with a private viewing of her collection at Lot 8. I got the chance to chat with her about the inspiration behind the collection (birds) and the technical aspects of some of the dresses. She was a fabulous host as always!

I can't wait for Houston Fashion Week 2011...maybe we'll be seeing collections from one of our remaining seasons 8 designers in the Lone Star State!

John C

More photos of Christian Siriano's Houston Fashion Week show here.

More photos from Chloe Dao here, and Irina Shabayeva here.

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Episode 13 Preview

What is this? A preview without allegations of cheating or sabotage? No ambulances? Now we are really worried!

If you have trouble viwing the video above, click here for the direct link.

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Recapalooza!

Swatch is watching you, Project Runway recappers! Let's see if you have any treats this week:

Eric3000 has seen this show before...

Uncle Nick was underwhelmed...

Laura Bennett was looking for ninja Ivy...

Mellie is a bitter biddy...

Democracy Diva says the heydays are behind us...

Jordan Baker's head explodes...

Maxthegirl tries to unhear some things...

Red Poppy is still looking for a wow moment...

Second City Style loses no steam...

And there is always our faithful Toyuke.

Late adds: Katnap and Brian.

As a bonus for recappers and recap fans, check out this recent piece from NPR's On The Media program titled "The Art of the Recap". It's an interesting look at a field that has become it's own entertainment genre over time. And we love featuring all of you funny and talented writers.

Next week kicks off the finale, see you in seven!

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Top 5 Looks of Season 8

As we begin the countdown to the Season 8 finale, it's time once again to roll out our popular "Top 5 Looks Poll". Now that everyone has had a chance to see all of the designs and challenges this season, which 5 are your favorites?

Probably the easiest way to look at all of the garments is to go to Lifetime's Rate The Runway page where you can sort by episode. Alternatively, you can also go back and look at our weekly poll images. To keep everyone consistent, list your five favorites in the comments by number, designer name and challenge (or episode #) like this:

1 - A.J. Thouvenot "And Sew It Begins" (or E1)
2 - Mondo Guerra "A Rough Day on the Runway" (or E8)
3 - Casanova "Hats Off to You" (or E4)
4 - April Johnston or "There's a Pattern Here (or E10)
5 - Heidi Klum "Ugly Activewear" challenge (well, that last one wouldn't count, but you get the idea...)

We'll tally the results and reveal your Top 5 picks in a special countdown prior to the Season 8 finale. Deadline for your entry is Friday, October 22 at midnight. It's your chance to celebrate the uncelebrated and right some judging wrongs. Who from Season 8 will join Andrae Gonzalo, Robert Best, Christian Siriano, Leanne Marshall, Rodney Epperson and Seth Aaron Henderson as a Top 5 champ?

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BPR Interview with April Johnston

Project Runway Season 8 designer, April Johnston talks about her experience on the Lifetime show.

Click here for the podcast.

Click here for April's website.

Thank you April!

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Poll - Episode 12 - Your Turn to be the Judge

Photos (L-R both front and back views): Andy, April, Gretchen, Michael C. and Mondo
Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com. Click for a larger view.

You've seen the designs on the runway and now it's your turn to be the judges. This week you are Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Michael Kors and Christian Siriano.

Click here to tell us who should have won the challenge.

Click here to tell us who should have been auf'd.

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Reactions To Episode 12

Photo: Barbara Nitke/Lifetime Television

New York City served once again as the inspirational backdrop for Project Runway and we head into Fashion Week after a dramatic elimination. What did you think of the challenge, the garments, the decision? Post your reactions to Epiosde 12 here.

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BPR Live Play-By-Play/Party: Episode 12

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Tonight On BPR

Photo: Barbara Nitke/Lifetime Television

The Mayor of New York City meets the Mayor of Project Runway! It's crunch time for our final five designers as they face their last challenge before Fashion Week. Will the design win out over the drama? Join us tonight for what should be a difficult elimination. Here's the plan:

• Tbone and suzq of course will be on hand to host our live play-by-play/party room. Join Runway fans from across the land as we watch Episode 12 together. West coasters who can't wait to find out what happens can join us, too. Everyone is welcome!
• After the show, share your thoughts in our weekly reactions thread. This is where you can really let loose on the decision, the challenge and the drama.

We are getting close to the end, Runway fans. See you tonight on BPR!

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Results In - You Were the Judge Episode 11

Our polls for Episode 11 are closed. You disagreed with the judges and felt that Mondo Guerra deserved the win. Click here to see the results. You also agreed with the judges and felt that Christopher should have been the 'auf.' Click here to see the results.

Check back with us tomorrow for our Episode 12 poll.

Photos courtesy of ProjectRunway.com

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Kids Reenact Project Runway

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There is Still Time...

Photo: ProjectRunway.com

There is still time to bid on the episode 11 garments. Right now, April's design has the highest price. Click here to see all of the auctions.

There is also still time to vote in our episode 11 poll. Did you agree with the judges? Click here to vote.

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Heidi Klum on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

Heidi talks about Project Runway, Victoria's Secret, her new line of activewear for New Balance, her family and being named one of Forbes Magazine's "Most Powerful Women."

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