What, Zuzu worry?
I think Zuzu was unfazed by this week's elimination because she knows that around every corner, ultimately, magic and wonder are waiting for her. She's such an animal!
Or maybe she was just happily slipping into catatonia because of how boring this week's episode was. Seriously, is this show suffering from mid-seasonal affective disorder, or is it me?
This is what got Zuzu kicked off. It's ugly (but who cares?).
This, Daniel V.'s design, won. It's supposed to look like an orchid, and instead looks like a bulb of garlic (but who cares?).
This is Kara's design, which should have gotten her kicked off. It didn't even capture the charm of the highway strip (but who cares?).
This is Santino's design, which everyone compared to Austin's Grammy dress from last season . . .
. . . which I didn't care enough about to remember.
Boring. But then, what can you expect from an episode that purports to teach something like inspiration. Isn't that sort of like trying to teach someone how to be hungry or how to see in color? Next episode, get ready for a vigorous lesson in the art and craft of breathing. Should be intense!
1. You know it's a particularly slow episode when a contestant exercises her rights and creates a scaaaaaaandaaaaaaallllllll.
These are but some of the reactions to Zuzu's announcement that she'd be switching Rachel for another model and, furthermore, would need to see a walk-off between a few of the models. Apparently, this was inconsiderate, and according to a recent interview with Chloe, a compromise of integrity. Are these people easily flustered, or what?
And why the hell was Rachel so worked up about going with Nick, anyway?
He's much more of a favorite than Zuzu, and so, being with him is a much safer bet. And, if she hadn't gotten with him, her occasionally exposed ass would be headed for the chopping block next week!
Ungrateful!
2. But don't let Nick's expression lead you to think that he took this all in stride.
He threw shade all over the place after losing his model, Tarah. Seriously, he was like a fountain of bitch beer. (It's important to note that in a case of wonderful editing, as the above eye-roll aired, it was accompanied by Nick's voice over proclaiming Zulema "dramatic."
He went on.
And on and on. I love how he says it in that clip: "Zulema took my model." Tattletale!
This 'tude cloud hung over Nick for a big chunk of the episode, so that when Tim later told him that he needed to be ambitious, he got all, "Oh no he diiiiiin't."
But you know what? Angry is a really good look for him.
The bad news? You can't fuck him. Sucks.
Oh, but it wasn't long before Nick returned to his rather . . . effervescent ways. Once he realized that Rachel could walk competently, the bubbly flowed.
Looks like Zuzu's Rachel is not the only Rachel.
3. Not that everyone is so taken by her.
"She's like an elongated marshmallow. He has those Gumby legs. And she's such a stiff, walking," said Tim of Rachel earlier in the episode. Y'know, he's right. She looks just like that.
Could he be more dead-on?
4. No. Not unless he was Santino. Forget what I said about his impressions. I've finally seen the light: he does a perfect Tim.
The previews for next week's show indicate that Tim confronts him on this (rather good-naturedly). The shareef may not like it, but I do!
5. Chloe's still short.
Seriously. She's bite-sized. Or travel-sized. Whatever, I want to eat her on a road trip.
6. Makeup guy's still hot.
7. Jay's still Jay.
He was really so condescending to the contestants. Yeah, we know you've been where they were. We know you didn't take the Banana Republic deal. We're not so sure why you're still in bed with ProjRun. And, really, I'm not interested into watching any you-scratch-my-back shit because I don't like you in that way, Jay!
Seriously, people find him endearing? Why? How?
Could I be less excited about this?
No. Not even if I were the cigarette hanging from his lips.
8. I don't know what I'll miss more: Zuzu . . .
. . . or her Grace Jones obsession.
That shirt is seriously hot. Here's her source:
Oh, and did you know that she used to model? She was signed with Ford, she told the Today show this week!
You can pick your jaw back up now.
9. Be afraid: "santino" is coming to a sentence near you.
Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if he created that entry himself. But I can't knock it -- check how freely it flows off of the tongue.
Nothing comes out that easy for Heidi! Ever!
10. Linguistic transformation aside, Santino still can do Santino.
After the group had taken their pictures that were to provide the inspiration of their designs, Andraé was a little shocked at one of Santino's shots.
"How'd you get that?" he asked Santino, as though Santino had captured the unthinkable. The picture in question?
Santino getting flipped off? By a stranger? But he seems so agreeable!
(Added: And maybe he is -- one knowledgeable reader points out in the comments below that the last shot is actually a fairly well-known photo. It would seem that Santino took a picture of a picture. It makes sense -- if someone flipped him off in real life, he'd probably be too busy gearing up to eat their soul to reach for his camera.)
Ay ya ya...I have to agree with you. This season sucks!! the talent on the show is lackluster. and who the hell does jay think he is trying to play ppl?! he is sooo tacky. yuck.
Posted by: | January 27, 2006 at 11:39 AM
Danny V can impregnate me. He's so hot I can barely think.
I think Ive said that before.
Santino's dress looks...unfinished? slopped together,Kara's dress looks like some bad 80's video.
If Grace is say 6 feet tall then Chloe is easily just hitting 5 feet.
I would totally just put her in my pocket!
Posted by: brandy | January 27, 2006 at 11:43 AM
YOU, managed to turn a boring episode, into 2 VERY exciting minutes.
The garlic head is SOOO FUNNY. When I saw it, I imediately thought of Poppy Seed Head (Do a Google image search on "poppy seed head"). For some unknown reason I also thought of Tootie :)
When Zuzu woke up and got out of bed, she was wearing the same shirt she wore for rest of the day. What's up with that?
Posted by: is | January 27, 2006 at 11:48 AM
I agree that Kara should have been a goner. Not only was her dress the most yawn-inducing part of a comatose episode, but the only interesting thing about her is her accent. At least Zulema brought the drama. And did anyone else have visions of "Zoolander" when she asked for a walk-off?
Posted by: Nina | January 27, 2006 at 11:55 AM
When I was watching this week's Project Runway episode and saw Uncle Nick's little happy dance, I said to myself Oh my god! I hope Rich caught that...and you did! I love you for that!
Even though I didn't watch last season's Project Runway, I could still tell that Jay was a trip. And I agree with you on him being condescending to the contestants. Hoe sit...oh, oops, you're already sitting down. Never mind!
Santino's impression of Tim Gunn was hella funny! But I still prefer the Michael Kors impression. Later!
Posted by: Desmon | January 27, 2006 at 11:56 AM
In case you haven't heard it
http://www.bravotv.com/Project_Runway_2/Episodes/Episode_8/Videos/bonus_3_ep8.shtml
Santino does Tim singing Closer by NIN!!! OMG it's sooo funny!
And THANK YOU!! I'm so tired of people getting pissed at ZuZu for changing models! It's about time someone do it!
Also.. ZuZu has a myspace with pics from her modeling days http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=41711097
Posted by: Sumati | January 27, 2006 at 12:07 PM
"...and instead looks like a bulb of garlic"
Rich, You are too clever.
Posted by: Scout | January 27, 2006 at 12:38 PM
I wanted to bring up the fact that Chloe's model looked like a man.. yes?
Posted by: Keila | January 27, 2006 at 12:42 PM
if andrae hadn't mugged so, if santino hadn't tim-ed so, if nick hadn't sulked so, i would've had a better time...
Posted by: carlos | January 27, 2006 at 12:44 PM
It's too bad Zuzu got eliminated. I don't watch the show but I really like what you are posting (I'm always LMAO when reading your entries) so I checked the designs on the website. So far Zuzu was my fav.
Thank you for this awesome website.
Posted by: Karine | January 27, 2006 at 12:46 PM
1) i still adore jay. don't hate me...
2) yes, this was a boring episode. except for santino imitating tim. that was the sole highlight for me
3) am i the only one bummed that there's no snippit of daniel's now-signature line from this episode? that's the best line in the whole episode.
and i don't know how you got to see the today segment, those of us whose NBC stations suck ass and push the last hour of today to ten AM were cursing (at least i was) when it was preempted for politics. hmmmph. whatever.
Posted by: bethanne | January 27, 2006 at 01:12 PM
Daniel V. is a god among man/boys. While it was a little onions-n-garlic, I still loved his orchid design; I loved him for setting Nick back on the path of get-yo-head-outta-yo-ass-ness; and the man is TOO DAMN SEXY. The hair! The nose! The faces he makes! His goofy laugh! That skinny, sinewy body! The NOSE!!
I need to lie down for a little while.
Posted by: Carl! | January 27, 2006 at 01:28 PM
I want that old-lady-flipping-off picture on a t-shirt. Further, I want to be able to buy it at Spencer's Gifts.
Posted by: Jeff | January 27, 2006 at 01:40 PM
Santino's Tim had me laughing to the point of tears; I'm so happy you put up a clip of that.
Posted by: NV | January 27, 2006 at 02:40 PM
I didn't think the episode was boring at all. It exposed Nick as a whiney drama queen, showed Santino can reel in his emotions, Andrae can acutally make something pretty, Kara still sucks, and Daniel V can design something out of the pod people and still win becuase he is ONE SEXY MOTHERF**KER!
OH.. and make up guy is still hot.
Posted by: Kel de Texas | January 27, 2006 at 03:20 PM
Why is Kara still in this competition? She's a Marla who can sew: capable, but still unoriginal and uninteresting. Love Chloe and Nick. Liked Zulema. Santino needs to have another embellishment-induced tantrum and get kicked off. Normally, I don't like show recaps, but I'm loving your coverage. Thanks!
Posted by: jonesie | January 27, 2006 at 03:34 PM
My heart melts every time I see Nick. Love Love Amor Him!
Oh, and Rachel? Umm I won't be surprised if she ends up as a stripper. Girl's modeling career is OVER and she's obviously a little bit crazy. Did you seee that eye make-up? Mos def crazy.
Posted by: Ian | January 27, 2006 at 03:36 PM
Santino's T Gunn is spot on, but I keep listening to that snippet for Daniel's giggle. I get moist.
Posted by: Michael | January 27, 2006 at 04:01 PM
Were ZuZu and Ms. Jay seperated at birth?!
Posted by: gayest neil | January 27, 2006 at 04:12 PM
I still think it was completely bitchy that she took nick's model, and that she got kicked off and ruined it for the model. She was one of the best models too. I bet she HATES Zuzu.
Posted by: duane | January 27, 2006 at 04:22 PM
Now with Project Runway, when i watch I try to predict which moments--both visual and audible--that you'll cover in your brilliant re-caps. IS THAT WRONG?
Posted by: Greg | January 27, 2006 at 04:38 PM
Rich I love you, but I have to disagree. This was the BEST show of the season! Drama to the left and to the right! Thank you ZuZu for setting it off with the model walk off. Finally something happened in their dreary little competition! They even got to talk to the camera!
Also loooooved Santino's Tim Gunn impersonations. I can't wait for Tim to confront him next week. What if Santino answers as Tim . . . trippy.
Finally, Santino's picture of a woman flipping the bird is actually a picture he took of a picture. It's a famous shot of a lady cab driver . . . street vendors sell framed 5x7s of it all over town, along with more iconic New York pix of the Twin Towers, Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, blah blah blah. I was a little miffed when he appeared to take credit for the shot. Hello copyright!
Posted by: TMCdaily | January 27, 2006 at 05:02 PM
Oh wow -- I'm not familiar with that picture, obviously. I'll note it above.
Posted by: Rich | January 27, 2006 at 05:15 PM
please watch this shit. why would they edit gold from their show?
http://www.bravotv.com/Project_Runway_2/Episodes/Episode_8/Videos/bonus_3_ep8.shtml
http://www.bravotv.com/Project_Runway_2/Episodes/Episode_7/Videos/bonus_4_ep7.shtml
it's santino singing closer and slave songs?!
gold!
Posted by: alexis | January 27, 2006 at 06:27 PM
" I want to eat her on a road trip."
You're awesome.
Posted by: Quel | January 27, 2006 at 09:07 PM