On the most recent episode of Lifetime’s Project Runway All Stars, the remaining designers were flown by helicopter to QVC’s headquarters in Pennsylvania, where they were challenged to design a red carpet gown. The winning design would be worn at an Oscar gala in Los Angeles, and the model should be able to comfortably stand, sit, and move in the dress.
Once I decided to design in a lemony yellow color palette, I chose Robecca Steam as my model. A copper simulacrum made of spare parts by her mad scientist father, Robecca has already proved she can look fantastic no matter what. I thought she deserved something soft and flowy to counteract the gears, bolts, and rivets she’s made of.
I began with a yellow silk bodice and a sash of cocoa ribbon that ties into a bow at the back:
Then I added the delicate skirt of chiffon print.
Robecca would look fantastic on any red carpet, and the gown is completely comfortable for standing, sitting, and walking.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s design. See you next time on the runway!
Thanks to Lindsey and Rhonda for the ribbon.
Previous looks from this season:
Week 6: Marge Madness
Week 5: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
Week 4: Get Back to Class!
Week 3: There Are No Bad Cocktails, Just Bad Designers
Week 2: Bitten by the Fashion Bug
Week 1: You Got Punked
I would never have thought to put yellow and chocolate brown together, but I really like the combo! The dress is simple, yet elegant.
Thanks. I like that fabric and was glad to use it again. The last time was in 2009. (http://beckycochrane.com/2009/08/31/lj-runway-monday-we-expect-fashion-pr-62/ )
I’ve been doing this too long.
That’s an interesting dress. I like the colors.
Thanks! I’m trying hard to avoid pink this season.
In my opinion, you’re the only ALL STAR on P.R. All Stars. And the judges are starting to scare me.
yeah, I have to agree … lackluster season of allstars, Becks is winning !
Why thank you! Though I give props to the contestants even when they’re annoying or boring me, because I can’t imagine being stuck inside a room full of people under equal pressure with so much money and career potential on the line.
I’m referring to the guy who shaved his head smooth and then painted a black square in the center of his shining dome the way Groucho Marx used to paint on his mustache.
Ha ha–that was Anthony Ryan from Season 9, who later was on All Stars Season 2 and won. During his regular season, we learned he is a cancer survivor. Apparently since then, his cancer returned and he lost his hair as a result of his treatments. So he painted on the “racing stripe” in honor of his old mohawk.
His hair is growing back now. I’m fond of Anthony Ryan, who hails from Baton Rouge so is a fellow Southerner.
I adore Anthony Ryan!
He’s a sweetheart, isn’t he?
The colours suit a darker skin.
I think so, too.