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It sounds totally classless and lacking any taste at all. I would have been offended if I had been at the Quest. There are some things that are funny - and some that are just crude.

I can't imagine why anyone would think the OP is making this up. To what end?

I was thrilled that Laura won. Her dress was lovely and showed that she can do other looks. Micheal's dress was a close second - and not as great as Laura's, so I agree with the judges.

 

Jeffrey's was just horrible. Cheap looking and not the "tongue 'n cheek" he was aiming for. The models legs looked like sausages, the dress silhouette was simply ugly - their was nothing good about it.

 

I guess I'm the only one that liked Vincent's dress. I liked it alot. The problem was that his fit model had an accident so he had to use a larger model at the last minute so it was waaay too short and bursting at the seams. Also, the fabric guy gave him too much so he was stuck making an ugly cape that he did not care to make. But the dress itself, IMHO was very pretty. If he had time to remake it in the right size, it would have worked.

 

I thought Kayne's dress looked like it came from a cheap store and not up to his skill level. Or perhaps he simply can't make a cocktail dress?

 

I'm not down on Uli and her "one look" or on Laura's either. Both are masters of what they do. Many many designers have "signatures". All Mary McFadden gowns have Fortuny pleats and when Carolina Herrera started out 20 years ago, all her dress sleeves had a "dimpled shoulder". Vera Wang has only clean lines and I can't ever remember seeing her do a print or a ruffle. And a Chanel suit is recognizable by just about everyone who knows even just a little about fashion.

 

Angela is simply not a clothing designer. She's a crafts person and should stick to crafty "right from the farm" looks.

I agree with you on all your points. Kayne deserved to be out - I didn't even like the front of it like the judges did.

I also think that Uli has gotten a pretty bad rap for her signature style - whatever she makes looks really cool, easy and fresh.

I really liked Laura's dress this time - she really did need the pressure to take the age level down a notch. I would buy her cocktail dress in a heartbeat.

I also liked Vincent's dress- especially the details and contrast upclose. It should have been longer - but he did have a disadvantage because of his model. Even longer, I would not have liked it better than Lauras.

I tend to dislike just about everything Jeffrey makes - and his seems to be very signature as well. His rubber leggings were awful - and the dress itself seemed to be made of cheap, fading prints. He was lucky to have stayed. I preferred Kayne's to his by far.

It's hard to know who will win. Uli seems to be unfazed by any challenge. I think I am rooting for her.

I consistently love Uli's style- I thin she will be a finalist.

I hope now that that Vincent is gone, he can take care of that bothersome constipation he seemed to be plaqued with during the entire season. I can not think of another explanation for those faces.

Laura drives me nuts - she really thinks she is something great. What was that bare midriff thing going on in Paris. Yeah - we get it - you're pregnant Laura.

I think Kaynes was by far the best dress - and completely disagree with the judges. They claimed there was too much going on - but isn't that what "coutour" generally is? I thought it flowed beautifully - the back was stunning, and the bodice certainly supported the flowing lines. He was robbed.

I also disagree with most about Heidi - she is a class act. I think she is as cute as a button and is very respectful to the contestants. She is reading a script - acting a part - but I think in the end she comes through with class.

Does anyone have any information on the Howard Johnson Express Inn at 2520 No. 50th street, Tampa? How close is it to the Cruise Piers? Do they have shuttle service to the Pier? Thanks.

Yikes - that is a horrible area - and the hotels are all dumps. If you want something near Busch Gardens - stay at the Embassy Suites on the USF campus. If you want something near the pier - stay at the Hilton Gardens in Ybor City.

If you want a nice place near Land O Lakes, stay at Saddlebrook in Wesley Chapel.

I have a feeling that no one seen my question regarding the Amerisuites Airport location. Has anyone stayed there? I read a review that said it was getting run down and not all that clean! Also what's with in walking distance for places to eat? I would appreciate any help, as I'm not familiar with Tampa at all!

OK hotel - nothing great - there are better ones in the area.

I recently got off a SeaDream Yacht Club - we had great pillow gifts every night...including pajamas to take home with us!

The price for a SeaDream is pricey to begin with but you don't pay for a thing. If you have the budget, give it a try.