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Want to Talk About The Rachel Zoe Project? Join My Group!

BuzzSugar — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:30:44 -0700

Have you been watching this season of The Rachel Zoe Project? I definitely have, and though there may not be time to give each show a weekly recap on Buzz, that doesn't mean that I - or you - don't want to talk about it.

That's why I've created The Rachel Zoe Project Fan Group in our new BuzzSugar Community. I've kicked off the discussion with a post about last night's episode, "'Pin Thin' and Pissed Off."

Come join and chat with me in the group, and don't be shy about creating your own groups in our new community (here's the how-to) for shows that Buzz hasn't posted on, but you have a lot to say about. If you get a good discussion going, we'll feature your group right here on Buzz!

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TV Tonight: The Rachel Zoe Project

BuzzSugar — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:30:43 -0700

If you've watched Bravo at all recently, it's probably been hard to miss the promos for the next season of stylist Rachel Zoe's show The Rachel Zoe Project, all promising plenty of drama to go along with the fun and fashion.

I'll admit it, I got into this show last season, in the same way so many reality shows before it have roped me in: weekend marathons (looking at you, Millionaire Matchmaker; why do I watch that show?!). I wouldn't have thought it would be my cup of tea, but there's something mesmerizing about getting a behind-the-scenes look at how not-glamorous this seemingly glamorous world can be.

The next season starts tonight on Bravo - will you watch? Or does all this "I die"-ing make you a little crazy? To check out a preview, mostly re-introducing Rachel's assistants Taylor and Brad, read more.

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Project Runway Rundown: Episode Seven, "Fashion That Drives You"

BuzzSugar — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:30:12 -0700

Last night's episode of Project Runway was surprisingly entertaining (I figured it would be hard to follow the drag queen episode) - not because of the challenge, per se, but because Tim Gunn shamed the designers right off the bat, reminding them of how pathetically they performed in the very first challenge that required innovative thinking. And thank goodness Tim lit that fire under their you-know-whats, because otherwise we would have seen a boatload of beige seat belt pencil skirts coming down that runway, which makes me fall asleep just typing about it.

As it happened, we were only subjected to a small percentage of seat belt skirts (and one unfortunate seat belt dress) while a good portion of the designers used this challenge as a moment to stand out. So far this season I've been unsure about which designers I would want to see at Bryant Park, and this ~~Saturn hybrid commercial~~ car parts challenge helped me understand who among this group has taste and vision and who just . . . doesn't. To see which designers I have a new respect for and what I thought of one designer's mental meltdown, read more.

Before I run through the looks, here are my thoughts from last night:

I'm glad Korto's jacket was such a hit, because Terri was so obnoxious during this challenge! It's just really bad form to point and laugh at your competitors like that.
Speaking of Terri, her outfit was really boring to me, which was disappointing after seeing that amazing samurai drag queen outfit she made last week.
When Tim told Kenley her model had dropped out, I wondered if the periodical model disappearances on Project Runway were due to illness or something? But then Jerell rang in with models taking other jobs and how they have to make a living too, and I got it.
OMG! Stella's boyfriend! I nearly fell out of my chair because a) his name is Ratbones and b) they want to design clothing together under a label named "Zotis & Bones." I really want to go play pool or throw darts with Ratbones and Stella. I think that would be an amazing way to spend an evening.
Keith! We'll discuss further, but my goodness, man, pull yourself together. He was a complete emotional mess last night, and when his model sat down and ripped her skirt I felt so bad for her. Like, "Run, girl, cause he is going to cut you!" bad.

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As for the best and worst:

Jerell - Guest judge Rachel Zoe called his futuristic get-up "intricate," and while the overall look was over-the-top, the judges were impressed because it worked together well.
Blayne - Michael Kors hit the nail on the head when he said it looked like a car wash, and the fit at the top of his seat belt dress was wretched. Who's that flattering on? Nobody. I continue to be unimpressed with Blayne.
Korto - Despite Terri's insults in the work room, the judges were completely enamored with her woven seat belt jacket. Rachel said several times she would walk right out of the building in that jacket. I like Korto and think she is one of the few designers with a specific point of view that she brings to the runway each challenge.
Leanne - I was so impressed with Leanne, and so were the judges, who made her the evening's big winner. Her skirt was awesome, and I could see it on a red carpet. I think Leanne is emerging as a serious contender for the finals - what do you think?
Stella - Uh, what? What was she thinking? Well I guess we know she wanted to do something besides hammering and grommeting but clearly she should stick to what she does best: leatha!
Keith - Poor, poor Keith. He was just was all kinds of neurotic last night. I know I should feel some sympathy for the guy, but his excuses on the runway were too much, forcing Michael to deliver a smackdown lecture on taking criticism. Plus his dress was seriously plain, and the back was horrendous.

So did you think it was Keith's time to go? Did you feel bad for him, or do you think he'll never get anywhere in the fashion biz if he doesn't grow a thicker skin? Which look was your favorite? Did you want Korto to win or were you happy for Leanne? Any idea who you'd like to see in the finale yet? And how great was it to see Laura Bennett?

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Bravo's Schedule: Runway in July, Shows on Mondays, More

BuzzSugar — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:30:27 -0700

Yesterday, we got a sense for what Lifetime has planned for Project Runway when it gets the rights to air the show in November (pending a lawsuit, of course). Today, we got a taste of what Bravo has in mind for the fifth season of Runway - plus the rest of the network's programming plans, including more Shear Genius and Top Design.

Runway's fifth season is now set to premiere on Bravo in July, presumably with the final designers showing off their collections at New York Fashion Week in September. While that seems like it will be a quick turnaround between the Bravo and Lifetime seasons, it's actually about the same amount of time the show took off between seasons two and three.

Among the other announcements:

Bravo has launched MoviesWithoutPity, a spinoff of TelevisionWithoutPity.
Flipping Out, My Life on the D List, and Shear Genius all will return this Summer.
Bravo will start having original programming on Monday nights for the first time.
Both Real Housewives series - Orange County and NYC - will return, and they'll have a third spinoff: The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
Speaking of Housewives, Jo De La Rosa's dating show is a go. Date My Ex, as it's known, will follow Jo looking for love - apparently with her ex, Slade, right by her side.
Top Design will return in the Fall with new host India Hicks - though Todd Oldham is sticking around as a mentor to the designers. All the judges from the first season will be returning, too (hooray, more questionable fashion from Kelly Wearstler!).
The Millionaire Matchmaker, Million Dollar Listing, and Tim Gunn's Guide to Style all will be back at some point.

Bravo also announced a couple of new shows in development. To see what they are, just read more.

The Rachel Zoe Project - this show about the famed stylist will officially be airing, though no premiere date has been set.
Donatella - This series will focus on Donatella Arpaia, a New York restaurateur and Zagat-dubbed "hostess with the mostess" as she attempts to triple her culinary empire over a six-month period.
Miami Social - This South Beach-set series will follow young Miami professionals as they work hard and play harder.
Tabatha's Salon Takeover - Yay, Tabatha from Shear Genius is still working on her very own show! This is just a tentative title, but it basically explains the concept: Tabatha travels around the country to rescue troubled salons.

What do you think? Do any of the new shows sound like winners to you?

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Buzz-Worthy Video: Regis and Kelly Spoof the Rachel Zoe Project

BuzzSugar — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:30:34 -0700

Halloween on a Saturday means that weekday talk shows are celebrating today, including notorious costume lovers Regis and Kelly (last year they wore 14 different costumes, including Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn). Who did they dress up as this morning? None other than Rachel Zoe and Brad Goreski from The Rachel Zoe Project! Not only that, Gelman does a killer Rodger, and wait until "Taylor" pops up, too!

To see the Regis and Kelly as Rachel and Brad, just read more.

Buzz In: Which Reality Stars Deserve a Spinoff?

BuzzSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:30:00 -0800

This isn't exactly breaking news, but Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt started the rumor mill up again when they mentioned that they're shopping around their own spinoff from The Hills. The show would focus more on their everyday lives and acknowledge their "fame", which apparently has risen to such levels that they've gone and written a book about it.

I'm kind of over The Hills in general, and I think there are plenty of former (or current) reality stars out there who are more deserving of his/her own show. How about Taylor from The Rachel Zoe Project or Santino from Project Runway? Who do you think deserves his or her own reality show?

What to TiVo: Monday

BuzzSugar — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:50:28 -0700

ABC is new with Dancing With the Stars and Castle
CBS is new with How I Met Your Mother, Accidentally on Purpose, Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory, and CSI: Miami
FOX is new with House and Lie to Me
NBC is new with Heroes and Trauma
The CW is new with One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl
ABC Family is new with Lincoln Heights and Greek
MTV has True Life, and is new with the premiere of Gone Too Far
TLC is new with Jon & Kate Plus 8
VH1 has repeats of Tool Academy 2 and Real Chance of Love 2: Back in the Saddle
Bravo is new with The Rachel Zoe Project
Late-night highlights include Garry Shandling, Kaley Cuoco, and Tim McGraw on The Late Show With David Letterman on CBS; Dana Carvey and Justin Timberlake on The Jay Leno Show on NBC; David Duchovny and Kid Cudi on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; Jamie Foxx, Jason Alexander, and Grizzly Bear on The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien on NBC; David Boreanaz and Dierks Bentley on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS; and Penn Badgley on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon on NBC

What to TiVo: Monday

BuzzSugar — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 23:50:16 -0700

CBS is new with How I Met Your Mother, Accidentally on Purpose, Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory, and CSI: Miami
ABC is new with Dancing With the Stars and Castle
Fox is new with House and Lie to Me
NBC is new with Heroes and Trauma
The CW is new with One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl
ABC Family is new with Lincoln Heights and Greek
TLC is new with Jon & Kate Plus 8
Bravo is new with The Rachel Zoe Project
Comedy Central is new with The Daily Show With Jon Stewart and The Colbert Report
Late-night highlights include Jamie Foxx on The Jay Leno Show on NBC; Steve Martin and Lea Michele on The Late Show With David Letterman on CBS; and Ellen Page on The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien on NBC

What to TiVo: Monday

BuzzSugar — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:50:00 -0700

ABC is new with Dancing With the Stars and Castle
CBS is new with How I Met Your Mother, Accidentally on Purpose, Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory, and CSI:Miami
FOX is new with House and Lie to Me
NBC is new with Heroes and Trauma
The CW is new with One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl
A&E is new with Intervention and Hoarders
ABC Family is new with Lincoln Heights and Greek
Bravo is new with The Rachel Zoe Project
TLC is new with Jon & Kate Plus 8
Late-night highlights include Bill Maher on The Jay Leno Show on NBC; Felicity Huffman on the Late Show With David Letterman on CBS; Chris O'Donnell on the Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS; Courteney Cox and Jessica Capshaw on Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; and David Duchovny on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon on NBC

What to TiVo: Monday

BuzzSugar — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 23:50:49 -0700

ABC is new with the season premieres of Dancing With the Stars and Castle
CBS is new with the season premieres of How I Met Your Mother, Accidentally on Purpose, Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory, and CSI: Miami
FOX is new with the season premiere of House
NBC is new with the season premiere of Heroes
The CW is new with One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl
A&E is new with Intervention and Hoarders
Bravo has repeats of Real Housewives of Atlanta and is new with Rachel Zoe Project
E! has repeats of Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami and has Fashion Police: The 2009 Primetime Emmy Awards
ABC Family is new with Lincoln Heights and Greek
MTV has repeats of True Life and America's Best Dance Crew
TLC is new with Jon & Kate Plus 8
VH1 has a repeat of Tool Academy 2 and is new with Real Chance of Love 2: Back in the Saddle
Late-night highlights include Jennifer Garner on The Jay Leno Show on NBC; President Obama on The Late Show With David Letterman on CBS; Ricky Gervais and Lynyrd Skynyrd on The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien on NBC; Robin Williams and Matt & Kim on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; and Clive Owen, JoAnna Garcia, and Living Colour on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon on NBC.