Runway Monday All Stars: Puttin’ On the Glitz

On the most recent episode of Lifetime’s Project Runway All Stars, the All Stars were challenged to design an outfit for a character in the Broadway musical Godspell. This character is described as a bitchy, wealthy woman who stops at nothing to obtain money, even stealing it. She wants everyone to know she’s rich. The final design had to consist of separates so the actress/character could be dressed on stage as part of the performance. Her clothes need to have a “thrift shop” quality, as if pieces have been found in resale shops or inside people’s closets, and put together to express her inner personality in a colorful, humorous, and slightly exaggerated way–but she still has to look great.

The Monster High model I chose is Operetta. As the daughter of the Phantom of the Opera, she’s perfect for this challenge. The first piece I designed for her is a bodice of navy blue silk.

I then made a red full skirt with an oversized paisley pattern that’s easily visible from the audience.

The final look includes a second skirt of blue lace with a silver-flowered pattern worn as an underskirt, and a shiny red shrug.

I created a necklace of pearls with ebony, ruby, and citrine beads and pearl earrings.

And finished the look with red boots.

Operetta is ready to strut her stuff on Broadway!

We’ll see you next time on the runway!

Fabric for paisley skirt from Kathy S. Pearls for earrings from Mary. Red shrug fabric from Lynne. Boots from Lindsey and Rhonda.

This season’s previous looks:
Week 6: Fashion Faceoff
Week 5: Clothes Off Your Back
Week 4: Good Taste Tastes Good
Week 3: Patterning for Piggy
Week 2: A Night at the Opera
Week 1: Unconventional Challenge