Project Runway Episode 8: Leanne's lucky streak

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Project Runway Episode 8: Leanne's lucky streak

POSTED: Friday, September 5, 2008, 4:26 PM

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Episode 8's winning design

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CP fashion platelette Rebecca Grites sizes up Season 5 of Bravo’s Project Runway every week on Critical Mass.

The meek, mild and slightly spooky Leanne continues to win the hearts of the judges as she ruled the runway this week for the second time in a row. Though she stole the show, all the designers brought their A games for the one, the only, Ms. Diane Von Furstenberg.

With a challenge upon them that would put the winning design in DVF’s fall collection and in the hands of American Express customers, emotions run high. We saw the steel shell of Kenley finally crack as she broke down in tears at the mere thought of meeting DVF, let alone winning the overall challenge. While she sopped it up with tissues, Terri pumped out yet another three-piece suit, as did Blayne and Stella. Sadly, it was the last hurrah for Ms. Leatha; her mix-matched fabric and "Dracula-like" cape didn’t impress DVF, and you know no other judge would defy her words.

Korto’s black and white, swirled-print long dress with peek-a-boo yellow lining and a cute, cropped black coat came a close second to Leanne. The judges always recognize her consistency in design aesthetic and taste level, so I think it’s safe to say she’s on her way to the final three.

Next week seems like it’ll be full of love, as very special guests cause not only emotional excitement, but also extra special problems. (Moms and/or dogs again?)

And best wishes, Blayne. We all hope you get to marry your one true love: MKO.

chucks

Posted 2008-09-05 13:32:12

I used to think Leanne should eat a sandwich, but now that she's fake-sleuthed around the design room calling herself "Leannimal," I will stop nagging her about her skeletorface. 

Also, I hate Joe. 

My fingers-crossed projections for the next few weeks, in order of first auf:

Joe, Suede, Blayne, Korto, Kenley, Jerrell, Terri, Leannimal!

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