Previously On…The Fashion Show: Season Premiere

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To all you “Project Runway” fans please do not fear; “The Fashion Show” is here! The new designer reality show hosted by Isaac Mizrazi and singer Kelly Rowland premiered May 7, 2009 on Bravo. This season started off with a bang, as the contestants had little time to get acquainted before they were given their 1^st challenge: to take a plain black tee shirt and turn it into a fashionable dress in only one hour. Harper’s Bazaar Magazine Special Projects Editor Laura Brown, guest judged the dresses and contestants Johnny R., Merlin, and Keith came out on top. As a reward, the three were granted immunity, appointed team leader, and chose the team members up for elimination.

The three teams were given the challenge to choose a woman’s must-have item and create 5 cohesive outfits with the item. Team 1 chose the harem pants as their must-have look. Team 2 decided on an interchangeable pencil skirt/mini dress, while Team 3 agreed on the bolero jacket.

Merlin’s team (Team 3) struggled with the look of their Bolero jacket and couldn’t agree at first on the dark navy blue color, which Merlin often complained looked too much like “a granny.” Johnny’s team’s (Team 1) harem pants were too bulky to be worn anywhere but the gym. Keith’s team (Team 2) made their interchangeable skirt/dress too tight for the already slim models, which turned out to be a disaster on the runway.

The who’s who of the fashion industry attended a fashion show featuring each of the teams’ lines and voted on the winners of the challenge. However, none of the designs were a hit. Kelly Rowland told them straight up that there was “not one must-have piece that I care to have.” Isaac Mizrahi added, “If any of you were working for me you would be fired.” In the end, Johnny R’s Team, designers of the Harem pants, was safe. Merlin’s team won the challenge and contestant James-Paul’s outfit was voted as the best look and selected for sale online. This left Keith’s team on the chopping block, with Kristen and Johnny having the lowest scoring outfits. Kristin’s outfit was called “bargain basic” and Johnny’s outfit “trashy.” A judgment was finally made and Kristin was allowed another chance, while Jonny got the boot.

Damn, it’s only the first show and I’m hooked. Check out the first show here.

Meet the Contestants:

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Angel: Works with color-changing material and light up fabrics in her line Angel Chang, and previously worked with Donna Karan Collection, Viktor and Rolf, and Marc Jacobs. (Green tunic and black leggings)

Lidia: Graduate of FIT, and originally worked with Diane Von Furstenberg, until starting her own line. (Burgandy/brown Outfit)

Daniella: Has worked with such talented designers as Alexander McQueen, Luca Luca, and Les Chiffoniers and aims to start her own line soon. (Black Blazer, lavender shirt)

Kristin: Graduate of the Illinois Institute of Art in 2003, and created Organik Revolution, a women’s line that is sustainable to the environment. (Blue Dress, gray Jacket, brown Boots)

James-Paul: This designer uses geometric shapes to design his pieces. He also designs garments for Vivienne Westwood studios. (Black Jacket, white socks, and flip flops)

Laura: A graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design and aims to use sustainable products in her clothing. (Gray cardigan, khaki skirt, orange tights)

Merlin: An eccentric designer from Honduras who picked up a knack for fashion by accident. Since then, he has designed for many artists and brings his theatrical taste to the world of fashion through his line Merlin Castell. (Really loud red jacket and red pants)

Reco: A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee and a graduate of Tennessee State University, Reco now owns the 423 Clothing boutique in Chattanooga. He also started a line called The House of Chapple. (Back: Denim jacket, red Sneakers)

Markus: Markus is the Fashion Director, at the fashion magazine Nolcha and is looking to launch his own label MARKUS KETTY.  (Black jacket, purple scarf)

Keith: Formerly designed with Perry Ellis and Ralph Lauren before starting his own line of women’s evening wear called Keith Lissner. (Brown blazer, black pants)

Johnny R.: The creative director of Welcome Hunter’s, a new store featuring edgy designers. He also aims to start his own line of adventurous and risky clothing under the Welcome Hunter’s label. (Black Jacket, gray Shirt)

Andrew: Has created a successful line of women’s underwear that has been featured in stores such as Kitson, Fred Segal, and Patricia Fields. (Blue shirt, Black vest)

Anna: A native of Atlanta, Georgia. Her personal designs have been worn by Rachel Bilson, Shannon Doherty, as well as a few MTV VJS. (Peach sweater, black shirt)

Haven: Recently launched the EliaH Joel clothing in January 2009 with friends and is also working on a children’s line called Lalu. (Yellow Blazer)

Jonny: Designs men’s suits with a rock and roll edge. He also began designing Afroman Skateboards in 2002. (Black suit jacket, Black jeans)

- Natelegé Whaley

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