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Are You Ready? The Rachel Zoe Project Returns In 10 Days!

Sarah Conley — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 20:30:57 EDT

Can you stand the wait? The third season of the Rachel Zoe project returns to Bravo in 10 days. You might remember all the drama that went down since we've last had Rachel on our tv screens, incuding Taylor leaving the company. In the clip above, Brad gets the news that he's the man in charge - but can he handle the pressure?

In the clip below, watch as Rachel styles Demi Moore in a gorgeous Chanel mini dress, with a bonus co-start that leaves Rachel screaming. Who could it be?

10 days and counting - will you tune in?

Watch This Now: Anna Wintour Interview On The Late Show With David Letterman

Sarah Conley — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:01:35 EDT

She's Baaack! The Rachel Zoe Project, Season Two, Premiers Tonight!

Sarah Conley — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:00:25 EDT

Catch the premiere of season two of The Rachel Zoe Project tonight @ 10/9c only on Bravo: http://www.bravotv.com/the-rachel-zoe-project

Do You Think Drop Dead Diva Is A Drop Dead Loser?

Sarah Conley — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:17:33 EDT

I really, really try to give "fat tv" the benefit of the doubt. The Biggest Loser - not for me. Dance Your Ass Off - surprisingly adorable. Drop Dead Diva? I say drop dead loser.

Sounds harsh, I know. My biggest point of complaint with the show is that the main character, a size 00 reincarnated as a size 16, is riddled with stereotypes. Why am I watching Margaret Cho's character squirt Cheese Wiz down her throat as a calming agent "that's better than xanax!"? Of course her entire office wardrobe consists of black & white Lane Bryant clothing described as "stretchy and comfortable". I haven't even touched on her glee at an entire plate of donuts, a hostile chocolate craving takeover, multiple mentions of hot flashes due to her "metabolism" and her addiction to self help books.

Television has one chance to hook a viewer. After watching the pilot episode of Drop Dead Diva, I can guarantee I won't be watching again. I don't care if the main character learns to love being a size 16 or stops having hot flashes by lowering her metabolism. Offending your empathizers isn't any way to build an audience.

I want to know - what did you think of Drop Dead Diva?

Get Ready For "The Fashion Show" With Isaac Mizrahi

Sarah Conley — Wed, 06 May 2009 22:39:11 EDT

The Fashion Show premieres on Bravo tomorrow night at 10/9c. Will you be watching?

Video From the Launch of Origins Return To Recycling Program

Sarah Conley — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:26:56 EDT

Gossip Girl's Kelly Rutherford, Allure's Linda Wells and Jane Lauder teamed together for the launch of Origins recycling initiative, Return to Origins. At Origins counters and stores nationwide, you can recycle cosmetic packaging from any brand. Did you know that cosmetic packaging accounts for 1/3 of the landfill waste? Save up to pitch in!.

Thanks to my gal pal at Eye4Style for the video.

Running Away From Running With Heels

Sarah Conley — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 09:24:34 EST

As I was watching the premier episode of Running With Heels on Eye4Style, I realized I had far too many things to say about the show, and that I'd rather not keep imming my friends with constant comments. No, dear readers, I was going to put it in a post. You can watch the show along with me (see above) and tell me if you agree with my thoughts. Clearly this post makes me look like I have too much time on my hands (it's called procrastination), but I just felt so opinionated while watching I couldn't help myself.

0:01: This Fancast player is awful.

2:20: Apparently picking up a tiny dog is so much work, you need to ask a cab driver to put your carry-on suitcase in the trunk for you. Pansy.

2:25: "the talent of fashion" ?!?

2:46: If this is your first time in NYC, how did you get your "internship" with Marie Claire? Did they have a nation-wide casting call with a stop in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

2:55: If you don't know anything about fashion and fashion magazines, why the hell are you on my computer screen right now?

3:17: If you haven't seen the apartment yet, where is that window that you're standing in front of?

3:23: Apartment search fail.

4:07: You are so excited? The look on your face says otherwise. Maybe you just realized the other 2 girls are as fake as you, dear.

4:15: Tell us how you really feel!

4:26: Maybe it's because you've already had so much Botox that half of your face is frozen. Just sayin'.

4:33: Who were your friends? Cows?

4:55: Be careful not to step in Chanel's pee in your Tory Burch flats.

5:20: Joanna Coles, fake it till you make it - enjoyable stress? Please.

6:30: Ouch - Is that why Marie Claire is doing so well?

6:40: Super cute shoes!

6:57: I actually believe her when she says she loves what she does. Maybe it's the accent.

7:35: Has this been a problem in the past?

8:00: She's a household name because of Project Runway - not because of her talent.

9:03: Expectation? Sweetie, we've watched you on tv, and you're not always so sweet.

9:11: Could she look less interested? Yes.

9:19: The way Nina is holder her hands, it looks like she is concocting an evil scheme. Yes please!

9:45: Start the suck-up parade.

10:02: End suck-up parade.

10:03: Don't have space to work? Wasn't a lack of work Elle's problem?

10:47: How do you look like a boy in sheer ruffles and a skirt? Oh, you don't. That's just your insecurities talking.

11:05: Now you look like a boy. It's not your clothes, it's the way you are sitting.

11:26: 2 million stories high? Oh wait, that's not the number of floors, that's how fast the circulation numbers are dropping.

11:39: I love how the blonde girl is carrying a Gucci logo bag with a floral print dress. They don't even have remotely the same color scheme, but because it's designer, she carries it like armor.

11:50: Bueller? Bueller?

12:55: Just plain ouch.

13:45: This girl looks like she's going to cry - all the time. Smile honey!

14:52: And we have our first tears. But the girl from 13:45 isn't the first to cry.

15:59: We agree wholeheartedly.

17:19: Naughty nautical? Oh right, MAC did that.

17:30: Thank you Nina. Finally some sense.

18:11: Funny, I don't see any green...

19:48: If you don't want to mess it up, you might try not crying all the time.

20:24: That dress looks remarkably like a bathrobe.

21:04: Can't show anyone what you're capable of doing honey if you can't open the door. Literally.

21:11: Don't further embarrass yourself by asking "How does this work?". It's a DOOR.

21:22: The poor little intern finally makes her way through the door. What a nail biter!

21:51: Perhaps you should have visited NYC before you moved here. It's called research.

22:10: Do cabs just magically stop without waving at them?

24:05: "There's piss on my trenchcoat." Classic.

24:09: Is Michael Kors the sponsor of the show? Or has he brainwashed Nina Garcia so much she's instructed the producers to make sure Michael's name appears once every minute.

24:20: The horror! Attending Fashion Week on Saturday - who ever heard of such a thing?!

25:17: Worried you won't have a moment with them? The models sit in chairs while someone paws at them with a nail polish brush, makeup brush or hair brush. Pretty simple.

25:31: Perhaps someone should have told Chanel's mommy that dogs need to be walked, loved and cared for. Maybe she should have brought her pet rock to NYC instead.

26:44: Chanel's mommy should probably have thought about who was going to be taken care of her precious one while she was away working.

28:18: That face? That one she's making? That's going to cause her to get wrinkles prematurely if she doesn't toughen up.

31:16: The showdown begins! "I wanted to go to Rock & Republic!" "No I wanted to go!" Why don't you both go sit down, shut up and visit style.com?

32:43: And we have our second meltdown.

34:03: Samantha (yes, by now I know their names), can we talk about your hair?

34:32: Either your jealousy is palpable or your bitch-face is obvious. How about both?

35:00: Do I smell another showdown? Samantha certainly does.

35:15: Sweetie, that face looks just like your hair. Please stop.

37:25: I know Joanna, I know. These things seem to make sense...

37:46: Running! In heels!

40:15: Bitchface kind of has a point.

40:27: Perhaps it's that you're perpetuating the myth that people from Wisconsin don't wear shoes?

/end

So here's what I have to say - the show idea is great. Marie Claire busted out of the box by doing a video podcast (Lord knows if that's still in production) which I quite enjoyed, but it wasn't a complete thought. It makes perfect sense for them to bring on Nina Garcia in a "hogging the spotlight" kind of way - See Nina. See Nina Work In Fashion. See Nina Work In Fashion In Front Of Cameras. Get my drift? Maybe it's done the magazine good, but in my opinion Stylista and the Fashionista Diaries were far better produced shows with far smarter cast members. The good thing? I've seen 2 Fashionista Diaries contestants and 1 Stylista contestant physically working during Fashion Week with my own eyes. By casting a girl who has never even been to NYC before on a magazine reality show, Marie Claire makes me sincerely question the "reality" of this show. You couldn't have at least interviewed her during Spring Break?

So, if you like pointless drivel, watch Running With Heels. There's sure to be plenty of drama, tears and catfights - the winning trifecta that we enjoy in all the other fashion-centric reality shows. Just don't expect a lot of reality.

Kelly Cutrone Has A Sense Of Humor

Sarah Conley — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 10:09:28 EST

I admit it, I used to hate on Kelly Cutrone, but in my defence, I was influenced by an incredibly bitter individual before I learned to think (and speak) for myself. She is a woman who speaks her mind, isn't afraid to have an opinion, and is well respected because she is damn good at her job. Quite frankly , we should all aspire to be a little more like Kelly Cutrone every day.

Imagine my delight when I logged into Facebook and saw not only her status update (at left), but the delightful coment exchange below. In case you have more of a life than those of us who watch The City, you might not understand the reference, but basically Kelly asked a model if she was okay because she was freakishly thin, and the model turned it into some MTV-spun drama.

I don't blame her for asking, although I might have said "I'll buy you a cheeseburger..."' but the point is, she's not only brutally honest, but caring - a real person! I look forward to her honesty and antics on her forthcoming tv show on Bravo.

How Do You Choose To Make An Impact?

Sarah Conley — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:15:28 EST

Whenever I see anything involving Tim Gunn, I pay attention. Sure, he may have skyrocketed to guru status on the coattails of Project Runway, but anyone can see the man clearly has it together. His calm, sensitive, even demeanor makes him approachable while his on-point advice automatically earns your respect. Today I saw a blog post in my Google Reader containing a video featuring Tim Gunn's face, and I clicked without hesitation or reading the accompanying text.

The video forever changed me, and I'm hoping it will have an impact on you as well. I've always had a soft side for furry creatures, and I am passionate about living a fur free life. I am glad to see PETA protestors during New York Fashion Week, although I supress my inner activist. After watching this video and piquing Mr. Man's attention with my squeals, we're discussing the way our lifestyle impacts our fuzzier friends.

I encourage you to view the video above and re-examine the ways your choices impact those who cannot speak for themselves.

Holiday Gift Guide Interruptus - Christmas Crack Edition

Sarah Conley — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:26:07 EST

(note from Sarah: my brain is entirely too clogging to form coherent thoughts about electronics which I desperately need to review today (though coming soon I promise) so I have instead chose to share a couple of Christmassy tidbits. What can I say - I have ADD)

Fresh off the DJ booth from Popbytes - DJ Paul V has created this delightful Destiny's Child Holiday mashup. Between this song, entitled Pumping Up Christmas, and Lady Gaga's Christmas Tree, my ipod has officially been Christmased.

This morning Hulu delivered a delightful surprise - A Muppet's Christmas: Letters To Santa. We can't help but get in the Holiday spirit while watching the delightful characters from The Muppets attempt to deliver letters to Santa - even if they claim Santa doesn't use the internet (total bs in my opinion). Watch for Hollywood cameos from Jesse L. Martin, Uma Thurman, Jane Krakowski, Nathan Lane, and Petra Nemcova. As The Jet Set Girls so kindly pointed out over Twitter, don't forget to look for Miss Piggy's daring fashion choices, including pairing leopard gloves with a brocade jacket. Classic!

Any pop culture relevant post would not be complete without a Britney Spears mention. Her song, My Only Wish This Year, is a complete Christmas classic. Don't forget to support Britney's "comeback" album, Circus, because the world could certainly use some cheering up!

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