PROJECT RUNWAY.....Nick Verreos Judges Top 6 Project Runway Season 6
...And the Part of Michael Kors Will Be Played By...
Instructor Nick: Nick Verreos sitting with Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia and Kerry Washington
What a whirlwind of a night last night! First, I hosted a fun OUT Magazine Fall Fashion event at the Macy's Men's Store in the Beverly Center from 7-9 PM, grabbed some dinner and then rushed home to watch Project Runway and of course, watch myself as I made a "special appearance" as a Guest Judge. Sitting next to Miss Heidi Klum is daunting enough---but Nina Garcia also?? Then they tell me the gorgeous actress--and L'oreal spokesperson--Kerry Washington was also going to be on hand! Let me tell you, I needed a couple extra tablets of Pepto Bismol to keep my stomach from making noises that even the designers up there on the runway would hear! Since I WAS there and spent nearly FOUR GRUELING hours of judging, from a real "insider's point of view" as well as a viewer,
Here are my Highlights (and lowlights of course!):
Are We Checking into the Plaza Athenee: Millionaire Arm Candy Looks
--Irina's Millionaire Playboy Arm Candy Uptown Look: I swear that's all I could think about when I saw the model Kalyn come down the runway: The Camel-colored woolen and fur sweater wrap, the luxe-looking (even though I agree with Nina, it was a bit Michael Levine's Couch Fabric!) tapestry strapless mini dress, the styling. Yes, it all pointed to a former model from Russia who hooked up with an overweight, not-so-cute, but BILLIONARE Playboy.
--Althea's Winning Jodphurs: We all loved this look. Very now, very fresh. The pants were great and that sweater wrap (yes, ANOTHER sweater wrap) was so cozy! This was the same model as above, BUT with no need to have a Billionaire Magnate on her arm. She has already moved on to own her own Model Agency!
Miss Minnesota 2009: Prom Dress Nightmare vs. Christopher's Bed Sheet Gown
--Christopher's Two-For-One Dress: At first glance, I was kinda liking it, as Katie stomped down the runway, but then--like a Caesar Salad that looks nice but then you begin tasting it and it has a bunch of anchovies--his dress made my face turn from "ah, that's nice" to "Oh dear, minor icky-poos". Nina's observation of a be-draggled bed sheet pretty much summed it up. He should have just ended it at the petals. Done.
Judy After Dark: Judy Jetson Halloween Costumes vs. Logan's zippered collar mini tucked-pouf look
--Everyone's Boyfriend Logan Neitzel Gets Space Age-y: Ahhhh, sad sad sad. I am sure that half the population of America will be giving me dirty looks the next time I am spotted at some random airport, for having a 25% responsibility for booting cutie Logan. I feel bad, trust me. I wish he would have done a better outfit. I know that in the past, stepping out of your comfort zone (or going "out there") is rewarded on Project Runway, but this was the wrong "stepping out". To be honest, I REALLY disliked Gordana's and might have even scored her lower than Logan's but in the end, his Judy Jetson meets Background-Dancer-in-a-Cindy-Lauper video look lost.
But I still love me some Logan. He visited me--along with Carol Hannah Whitfield (draw your own conclusions kiddies!)--at my Downtown LA NIKOLAKI studio not to long ago to say "hey!" (see photo above). I gave him a Nick "hey!" hug back. I hear he's moving to New York City! You get 'em Logan!
Click HERE to read my entire recap on myLifetime.com and click HERE for a fun little slide show the good people at Lifetime.com did of some of my designs.
Instructor Nick: Nick Verreos sitting with Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia and Kerry Washington
What a whirlwind of a night last night! First, I hosted a fun OUT Magazine Fall Fashion event at the Macy's Men's Store in the Beverly Center from 7-9 PM, grabbed some dinner and then rushed home to watch Project Runway and of course, watch myself as I made a "special appearance" as a Guest Judge. Sitting next to Miss Heidi Klum is daunting enough---but Nina Garcia also?? Then they tell me the gorgeous actress--and L'oreal spokesperson--Kerry Washington was also going to be on hand! Let me tell you, I needed a couple extra tablets of Pepto Bismol to keep my stomach from making noises that even the designers up there on the runway would hear! Since I WAS there and spent nearly FOUR GRUELING hours of judging, from a real "insider's point of view" as well as a viewer,
Here are my Highlights (and lowlights of course!):
Are We Checking into the Plaza Athenee: Millionaire Arm Candy Looks
--Irina's Millionaire Playboy Arm Candy Uptown Look: I swear that's all I could think about when I saw the model Kalyn come down the runway: The Camel-colored woolen and fur sweater wrap, the luxe-looking (even though I agree with Nina, it was a bit Michael Levine's Couch Fabric!) tapestry strapless mini dress, the styling. Yes, it all pointed to a former model from Russia who hooked up with an overweight, not-so-cute, but BILLIONARE Playboy.
--Althea's Winning Jodphurs: We all loved this look. Very now, very fresh. The pants were great and that sweater wrap (yes, ANOTHER sweater wrap) was so cozy! This was the same model as above, BUT with no need to have a Billionaire Magnate on her arm. She has already moved on to own her own Model Agency!
Miss Minnesota 2009: Prom Dress Nightmare vs. Christopher's Bed Sheet Gown
--Christopher's Two-For-One Dress: At first glance, I was kinda liking it, as Katie stomped down the runway, but then--like a Caesar Salad that looks nice but then you begin tasting it and it has a bunch of anchovies--his dress made my face turn from "ah, that's nice" to "Oh dear, minor icky-poos". Nina's observation of a be-draggled bed sheet pretty much summed it up. He should have just ended it at the petals. Done.
Judy After Dark: Judy Jetson Halloween Costumes vs. Logan's zippered collar mini tucked-pouf look
--Everyone's Boyfriend Logan Neitzel Gets Space Age-y: Ahhhh, sad sad sad. I am sure that half the population of America will be giving me dirty looks the next time I am spotted at some random airport, for having a 25% responsibility for booting cutie Logan. I feel bad, trust me. I wish he would have done a better outfit. I know that in the past, stepping out of your comfort zone (or going "out there") is rewarded on Project Runway, but this was the wrong "stepping out". To be honest, I REALLY disliked Gordana's and might have even scored her lower than Logan's but in the end, his Judy Jetson meets Background-Dancer-in-a-Cindy-Lauper video look lost.
Comments
we do certainly not share any of patriotic attitudes, but we actually live (and shoot) in WARSAW, POLAND and felt a little offended by your comment made on the latest episode of Project Runway show. let us assure u that the streets (/offices, at least those we have been to) of Warsaw are becoming less and less like Jordana's sad look (no offence for Jordana).
well let the pictures speak for themselves, just visit our blog:
http://thewholehole.blogspot.com
best wishes,
twh :)
I totally agree with twh and Celebrudy! . Your comment was very inappropiate. Have you actually ever been in Warsaw? Or in Europe?
Regards,
I found your comment about Warsaw, Poland extremely offensive. Being a Polish-American myself, I could not believe you would say such an inconsiderate and ignorant comment on national television. Poland has made great strides since the fall of communism and is a beautiful country - I suggest you visit to get a better view for yourself.
I took the time to research your cultural background. How would you feel if someone made a similar comment about the people of Greek and Portuguese descent?
I found your comment about Warsaw, Poland extremely offensive. Being a Polish-American myself, I could not believe you would say such an inconsiderate and ignorant comment on national television. Poland has made great strides since the fall of communism and is a beautiful country - I suggest you visit to get a better view for yourself.
I took the time to research your cultural background. How would you feel if someone made a similar comment about the people of Greek and Portuguese descent?
oh, here...read this one...it actually calls you a "racist" who lazily confuses a BOSNIAN woman with a POLISH one.
http://api.ning.com/files/iOZRi9*a6Ik7A90yPa8SsvkLKyO3P1hvz*DGbtfON04c5RwEMRwaSEsNMiuH7pVoHIrmAXDsw7yQGOi3SNLi1ix9rf3toZOV/nick1.jpg
http://3391.voxcdn.com/blog/images/2006/02/nick-verreos-01-2006-2-9-thumb.jpg
In an interview on the Project Runway blogspot provide this deceitful comment, trying to backpeddle from what you said about Wasaw Poland and now try to turn it into a comment about the Kremlin and pushing "secret papers." Don't try to mitigate the damage you've done AND drag Heidi Klum into it to share the responsibility of your offensive remark about Poland. LIAR:
NICK V: "I thought her model looked like a secretary working at the Kremlin ... pushing secret papers in the old Soviet Union. Heidi added that it did remind her of her own country. We got into this whole East Germany–versus–West Germany sensibility in fashion and how this was the opposite look of the Oktoberfest girl [Epperson's design in a previous episode]."
I have nothing but love for you (even though my grandparents were from Poland :)))) You were a darn good judge, with actual fashion opinions that made sense on Project Runway. I have to tell you, I've been a long time fan of yours since you were a contestant on PR, and you've hosted IADT's (WA) school fashion show when I was a student there for a couple of years. I remember trying to get a photo with you, and I was thisclose, but it didn't happen. Congratulations on all your success, and maybe if I see you on the streets of NYC as many times as I have seen the great Tim Gunn, a tiny photo might actually ensue :)
All the best from a fellow fashion blogger..
http://www.redpoppyfashion.blogspot.com
Or when he talks about a dress being very "mother-of-the-bride", do Moms of gals who got married start screaming?!?
I though Nick was a great substitute for Michael Kor(ange)s. Nick made the (accurate) comment to illustrate his point about a drab garment. Big deal.
Calm down people - it's only fashion...
No insult in THAT. He was offensive. END OF STORY.
Nick, I think you were a terrific judge. Don't let all these commenters get you down.
I love Polish sausage! wink wink
And according to this article, I totally agree with your opinion, but only this time! :)