Pageant on a Budget- Designer Interview Attire

I personally think that the interview competition seals the deal for a contestant. If you really stand out there,  the judges will have you in the top of their minds during on-stage competitions. This is a chance for the judges to not only see if you can speak confidently, but also a chance for them to see your face up close and your body too! Which is why it is important to look fantastic. I think there are several different approaches on what to wear for an interview, so this is just one fabulous suggestion. 


Who doesn't love designer clothing? It is made well, fits fantastically, and makes you feel like a million bucks probably because it cost that much. One of my favorite websites is Rent the Runway because it allows you to rent designers such as Herve Leger and Preen for cost as low as $50. You can log on, choose from hundreds of dresses for various occasions by top designers, rent them for up to 8 days, and then ship them back for free! Rent the Runway also allows you to choose two different sizes for only $25 just in case one size doesn't fit.  They also carry fun jewelry that can help spice up your outfit. It is a members only website, but if you leave me a comment with your email address, I will be happy to send you an invitation! In the meantime, check out some of my favorite dresses for interview available on www.renttherunway.com.

Black Halo Jacket Belted Dress

rental: $50

A classic silhouette, perfect to show of your figure, with just enough interest at the neckline.

Proenza Schouler Peekaboo Shoulder Sheath

rental: $150

The cut out shoulders are just a simple yet sexy detail that adds on to this classic sheath dress.

Moschino Cheap & Chic Pretty Primadonna Dress

rental: $100

The color is beautiful, especially for darker skin tones, and the gathering helps add shape to the body.

Nicole Miller Steppin Out Dress

rental: $75

This is such a wonderful color and the neckline can help bring attention to a strong collar bone.

Herve Leger Lieutenant Bandage Dress

rental:$150

Herve Leger just hugs in all the right places, and again, if you have a great collar bone, this is a perfect neckline!

Herve Leger Sherbert Cap Sleeve Bandage Sheath

rental: $100

Love the color of this dress, and the shape is perfect too!

Preen Plaza Dress

rental: $150

I think one shoulders are great for Miss USA interviews, especially if tastefully done like this Preen dress.

Rebecca Taylor Daria Peplum Dress

rental: $50

This is a very Audrey Hepburn dress, very appropriate for a more conservative interview look.

Brian Reyes Urban Sophisticate Dress

rental:$100

Again, color can help you stand out. I love how this dress has a simple idea, but the color helps it pop!

Frank Tell Structured Skirt Dress

rental: $100

This dress is just super cute! I think it is very fitting for a Teen contestant, and would be great with a statement necklace.

images from www.renttherunway.com

And these are just a few of the options available! Again, leave me a comment with your email address so you can log on and see what a great tool this website is for interview attire!!

-Blair

Mondo Mondo Mondo!

So the time has come to do another wrap up on my favorite: Project Runway. It is late coming since the finale was last week, but it is a must! Of course, I was rooting for Mondo to win the whole thing. He is from Denver, and was actually one of the first people to inspire me to try to model here in the Denver area. I was excited that the final two standing were Gretchen and Mondo, since they were my two favorite designers in terms of clothing throughout the whole entire show. I would have loved to see April in the final three over Andy South, but at least she was still able to show a collection at Fashion Week! Here are some of my favorite pieces from each designer that showed a collection at Fashion Week:


MONDO:
Loved loved loved everything about his collection, from the hair accessories to the makeup, it was just a Wow for me! I would seriously wear everything from it, but I just love these shorts and the blouse with them. I would buy them both in a heartbeat!

Gretchen:
I wasn't as excited about Gretchen's final collection. I agree with the judges that it is very what is in fashion now and there are definitely items that would sell very well, which is why this is my favorite outfit simply for the silhouette she created with the cropped top and pants. It is cute!

Andy South:
Well, I do like the shade of green he used throughout his collection. And I also liked the influence behind it. I could see myself with these shorts!

April:
I loved April's clothing throughout the show. Yes maybe it was too black all of the time, but black is such a great color and she had a new view on how to use it. I love this jumpsuit she created, especially the ombre effect. And I like the headband too!

Michael Costello:
He definitely proved to be the underdog. Everyone only ever had bad things to say about him, but I really love how he kept his head up the whole entire time. Now, I am not a fan of the sparkle pants, but I love the chocolate brown fringe top, and I can imagine it as a full length  evening gown. I think it would be epic!

Michael Drummond:
For some reason I love this dress. It seems very Alexander Wang to me. I think it would be great as a longer maxi dress, perfect for the Fall/Winter with some boots. I would totally wear it.

Valerie:
I love how she used basically every color in the rainbow for her collection. I am intrigued by this blue romper number. Not sure I would actually where it, but I can somehow picture it someone like Lady Gaga, or even Beyonce, and it looks good.

Christopher Collins:
I like the color and idea behind this piece. I think it would be a great outfit for something like the interview competition at Miss USA if it was just slightly more fitted through the bottom. 

Casanova:
Definitely one of my favorite personalities on the show. I crack up when I think of his line, "I am making clothes for old ladys, sluts and flamenco dancers." I so wanted him to make it further along. He had great ideas in my opinion. Love this copper sparkly dress to pieces!

Ivy:
I love the simplicity of Ivy's clothes. Sometimes things just need to be basic, but beautiful, and I think Ivy does that perfectly. I could see her stuff selling against brands like Vince or James Perse. Its for the casual girl who still likes some uniqueness. This would be a perfect outfit for a trip to the beach.

pictures from Elle.com

I cannot wait for the next season of Project Runway!! I hope that more of my local designer friends can make it on the show. Or maybe I can just learn how to sew and make an appearance myself;)


-Blair