A very pretty, if somewhat simple dress. Love the pleating on the bodice. Not all that crazy about the fact that she needs both hands to walk in the dress but maybe that's just us.
This is one of our favorite looks in the collection. All the proportions are just right. Love the pin-tucking in the bodice and lovelove the collar treatment.
Another favorite look. This is absolutely gorgeous. We assumed at the time that this was her wedding dress. There's a lot going on with this look but the fact that it's all rendered in stark white plays down what could have been a little too much. The trim on the ruffles is kind of brilliant because it allows them to stand out in relief against all that whiteness without making them look overwhelming.
Gorgeous. Another look where the proportions are just right. We would have liked to see this color pop up a little more in the collection because first off, it's a beautiful, sophisticated shade but also it works well with the brilliant green while also serving as a counterpoint to it. Love that bodice and the treatment with the straps.
This one just didn't work for us. First, at this stage we think the green had become a little overwhelming. Second, that skirt was slit right up to her hoo-haa and third, we really don't like the little trick she did there with the bust. The jewelry is stunning, but using it that way gives her a major titscrepancy and looks like she put her arm in the wrong hole.
In the end, she put on a vibrant, exciting show that seemed to please the crowd. Evoking an ethnic feel without going over the top on ethnic elements is a difficult trick to pull off and she does it so well that we think she should continue to pursue that aesthetic in her work. Despite what we consider some uneven parts, it was an incredibly strong collection. It was just her bad luck that Leanne pulled out a stronger collection for the win. Under any other circumstances, she probably would have been the clear winner.
We also think she should pursue a jewelry collection because those pieces were drop-dead gorgeous. In fact, we asked her about it and this is what she had to say:
hey guys...it's your favorite pouty mouth designer...lol. my jewelry right now is custom made.. however with the growing response i most likely will start a line for the general public. i'll be sure to let you know when it's out......you guys be nice.....love ya.
korto ps: i'm gonna send pics of me smiling to prove down that myth! lol
I agree with your assessment, all except for the dress on Katarina. It's interesting and original, and the slit moves well and doesn't expose too much.
"Tlo said: Evoking an ethnic feel without going over the top on ethnic elements is a difficult trick to pull off and she does it so well that we think she should continue to pursue that aesthetic in her work."
I second that emotion. There are so many details in her work that are interesting and fabulous, but without being overwhelming. Just gorgeous.
Once again, the screen caps are a revelation. I absolutely hated that white dress on the runway. It came across as tacky and overwrought. I would have given her second place for that dress alone. I must say that it looks a lot better in the screen caps but I still don't like it. And I think putting such a pale-skinned blonde in it was a really bad styling choice.
I loved the green finale dress but the screen caps do emphasize the tiscrepancy. It's a little disturbing. Still a stunning look on the runway.
Loved everything else. The collection was a strong second place but there's great potential here for commercial success.
I agree with you on the white dress/separates(?) That should have been what she sent down as her wedding look.
I don't agree on the first look. I found it dull and I thought it was the biggest CLUNKER in the collection, even compared to the tootie showing mini dress.
I also didn't agree on the last dress on Katrina. I loved it. Though I see your point about the wrong hole question.
I love Korto and am glad she has a sense of humor about the whole thing. I thought her collection was beautiful for the most part. I disagree with you about her final dress. I thought it was stunning and that the titscrepancy worked in this instance. I also thought that dress on Danielle was particularly beautiful. As Kors would say, the right dress for the right girl.
I liked this half of the collection better than the first half. I agree the last green dress was "off" for me too. It was a little to wonky at the top, but the jewelry was fantastic.
The short green and mustard dresses are great! Youthful and fun.
Korto did a great job with her collection overall. I hope we see more of her work, both the clothes and the amazing jewelry.
I too assumed that was the wedding dress, I mean it was quite possibly one of the most beautiful couture wedding gowns out there. Her collection reads ethnic africa without going costume and I think that shows a great skill in the interpretive aspect of Korto. She is an intellectual enough designer to know when and what elements to take. I thought her short dresses were sublime.
The final gown I loved, im sorry to disgree, i love Katarina but if we saw Gizelle strut down that gown i think reactions might have been different. its not a gown for the faint of heart.
and seriously, JEWELRY COLLECTION. remember when daniel v did all those holly hobby bags from shop class i thought to myself, designers should do accessories, Korto honey chile changed my mind.
I really enjoyed this collection, though I didn't love all the elements. Her clothes look so wearable, at least for me. They look effortlessly elegant, interesting yet comfortable.
I think that was my main problem with Kenley's collection. They were well fitted, but seemed so binding, like one could never sit down in them.
These looks were the best of Korto! Though I didn't like the first gown, or the white number, I did love the rest, especially the dress modeled by Dani of ANTM. She looked gorgeous! I also loved the gold short cocktail dress. Korto's jewelry is to die for!! Her music for the showing was so beautiful!! Much, much luck to Korto. I am sincerely hoping she will be very successful!!!!
I agree that the model shouldn't have to hold up the skirt on the long taupe dress. Something is just off. I've got to disagree about the proportions on the short green dress. It's too short-waisted on her which then makes it too short. It's otherwise a cute dress. I didn't care for the long white dress - it's too muuuuch- and it's on the wrong model. The white would have looked more dramatic against skin that wasn't so pale.
The short gold dress looked like Korto meets Mad Men to me. Sort of a fifties silhouette with her own twist. And I agree about the titscrepancy on Katarina's dress as well as the slit being too revealing. Even though they didn't show the part where you could really see her underwear, you can see a bit of the problem even in the televised footage.
I thought Korto was a clear second place finish. The colors are lovely, the jewelry is fabulous (although I prefer it not directly attached to the clothing), but the clothes themselves included a few clunkers and assorted minor problems. Whether she would have won in other seasons? Who knows. I still can't believe Jeffrey won Season 3.
6. This is a very elegant dress. Too bad the model held the skirt up so high. I know this is one of the dresses she added, but it looks like she could have walked in it with the skirt down. 7. I love the bodice treatment, but the skirt is a little too short. I also feel she overused the dirndl skirt in her collection. It was 4 out of 10, right? 8. Stunningly beautiful. My only minor quib, is she should have used the snakeskin trim (which I love) on both sides of the ruffle. 9. I agree that this color should have been used more. The asymmetrical straps on the bodice are quite fetching. 10. I love this one. It's my favorite. I agree that there is a bit too much leg, if she had been a little more generous with the overlap on the skirt it would have elemented that. For the runway it is dramatic though. I love the jewelry and don't have a problem with the asymmetry, because it was done with intent.
Did someone mention in an earlier post that her collection represents the geographical story of her life. For instance the white is the snow of Canada (where she went to school)?
I KNEW you'd call it a titscrepancy! I've been waiting 6 weeks for that joke.
It took me a while to warm up to the final green dress, but I loved that skirt. I also loved the back of the bodice, definite 'surprise'. Although, I don't think I liked the short green dress's collapsed collar too much, nor was I in lovelovelove with the yellow's bodice. Still, though, feminine designs (in a LOT of taffeta) with just enough of a twist to keep your attention.
I don't know what I'd do without your screen caps. You know, I think I'll quit having opinions until I see them. I had no idea that the trim was snakeskin! That makes it much more interesting.
Got to disagree with you on the green dress, though. It was one of my favorite pieces in her collection, and I loved the way she incorporated the jewelry into the collar.
I loved Korto's collection overall, and I'm so glad she will be putting out her jewelry because it is divine!!!! I loved the white dress and the last green dress, I thought they were gorgeous!
i really loved this part of the collection - even the green dress that was slit too high. i'm glad to hear she is thinking of starting a jewelry line -- gorgeous!!!
i don't know what's in some of those pictures, but my work computer filters are working overtime -- when i tried to click the little X, it came up saying inaccessible due to "forbidden topic -- pornography"!!!!! (but it shows some pix of each of the dresses...)LOL....guess i'll have to wait to get home to see what's so "explicit" about them....
You know, I just love this collection, it's for every body and any body!
I read in the EW interview with Kenley, that she was shocked, that she was shocked Korto when sent down unfinished pieces with underwear showing, but I can't find an image of that happening anywhere! Just ore sour grapes from Kenley, I guess.
I completely agreed with your assessment of it all, especially the final look. While I too LOVE Korto's beadwork and would definetly buy some of her pieces, her it just looked wrong. To me it made one breast looking like the Grinch's heart - 1/8th the size of the normal one! Overall though, I love her use of color and the total vibe of the collection. I think she has a bright future ahead of her. Kudos to Korto.
I love the green color, personally. The shorter green dress was absolutely stunning and I would love to own it. I was waiting for you to discuss the titscrepancy on the last dress. :P
Korto is going to go so far. I honestly think she is the strongest runner-up that PR has ever had.
I agree about the final look -- though I really liked seeing all that must have gone into it, the uneven thing at the top didn't thrill me. My favorites are still the first dress that came down the runway and the little print.
Yet the judges seemed to adore the long green dress and Tim loved the Amanda dress. Go figure.
But. . . all that said, Korto has a lot going for her and a lot to offer as a designer. Brava!
I love the colors and shapes used here, but so many of these looks seem sloppy and ill-fitting. I'm surprised you guys didn't say more about that. It's especially obvious in the close-up pics. Overall, each piece made a bold statement. I just wish it was technically better.
I love all of the looks in this set, except for the white. It's a little too fussy, but that's just me. I hate that ruffle right at the bottom. Gives off a grandma's night gown vibe to me. I have to also respectfully disagree on that last green dress with the necklace strap. I think it's absolutely stunning. One bold focal point instead of a sea of ruffles everywhere. I do agree about the slit up the middle, though. It's a bit too high.
Leanne has been called a one-note (an insult in my opinion) for her noodles, but it sure seems like Korto could be called a one-note regarding her pleats. Not saying either are one-notes, afterall, this is only one collection and I think it is unfair to judge a person's future on one collection, but Nina's words have been pepetuated by many and used to justify how it was unfair for Leanne to win and not Korto. Just sayin.
I covet that Mustard dress. That neckline is gorgeous and the pleating looked perfection and GUSH GUSH GUSH!
I have to disagree with the titscrepancy on the green dress Katarina modled- I thought they looked perfectly even despite the jewelry. I do agree that perhaps it was just a bit too much green though...
It wasn't just in the snatchshot dress. It was the embellishment on the 'not-wedding wedding dress' and if the judges had looked close, well, there's a good chance that at least one of them hates snakes. And looking at these, the woman used a whole lot of snakeskin as decorations.
I still love the green blouse that lost its pants. But snakeskin is a deal breaker.
I hadn't realized until some of the posters brought it up that most of the trim she used is snakeskin...it's on almost every piece. gorgeous! (and i really, really hate snakes, but i can appreciate the beauty of their skin). the markings on the white "should-have-been-the- wedding-dress" are really beautiful. I just assumed it was some type of lightweight braid. it's even more stunning knowing it's snakeskin. and i agree with sewing siren -- it should have been on both sides of the ruffle.
Do you have any links to info about the performer? I could find nothing when I Googled that name.
The text sounded like the old civil rights song (from the old gospel song), "Woke up this mornin' with my mind stayed on freedom [Jesus]".
Hi Lilithcat - the song is a special mix - has a lot of South African protest elements and a nod to Fela Kuti. Funny enough on a blog spot about World Cup futbol, today "Joshua" said he would post a link to the music soon. When he does I'll post the link here. ~Zombiebirdhouse
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
1st Dress - Boring color, boring silhouette...what's to 'love' about uneven pleating that looks like wrinkles?
2nd Dress - Cute. I do like the top, and I think cutting the bottom super short made it far more interesting.
3rd Dress - Her most interesting and lovely gown. Too bad she chose that horrible, stark white. I've been to Africa a couple times...never seen ANYTHING that white lol. Not even bones that have been bleaching in the sun for months.
4th Dress - Hate it. It makes the model look fat, and the asymmetry of the bodice looks awkward and poorly-done. The back of it is total beauty queen, which has a completely different feel.
5th Dress - I liked it. At first the titscrepancy bothered me a little but I don't think it's too distracting.
The looks from Korto's audition video, portfolio, etc. showed such great clothes, even if some of them were more casual looks. I wonder if Korto's collection would have been stronger and more interesting had she decided not to go the eveningwear route. As it stands, I think hers was one of the more disappointing final collections in PR history, if only because I think she was capable of so, so much more.
I read in the EW interview with Kenley, that she was shocked, that she was shocked Korto when sent down unfinished pieces with underwear showing, but I can't find an image of that happening anywhere! Just ore sour grapes from Kenley, I guess.
Anon, I don't see any panty shots in the stills and I don't recall seeing it on the runway. But there are three dresses with high panty peek potental. 1. The very short tight green dress (#3) in the first half of the show. It has a little rectangle shaped exsert in the hem at center front and center back. If she made it up and down that runway without showing glimpse it would be a miracle. 2. #7 the short green dress with the full dirndl skirt. Short full skirts always have the potental to show panties if the model twirls. This one is very short and very full.. 3. The show stopping finale dress (#10) has very skimpy overlap and it is open all the way to the waistseam. It looks like part of the skirt is turned under in that last still shot (perhaps she stepped on it). So it looks very *close* to danger.
It's not really and uncommon occurance at runway shows.
I loved all these dresses and the accenting trims are really awesome. They look like they're snakeskin prints, which is absolutely perfect, especially with that pleating on some of those tops (which look like the underbelly of the snake) and along the ruffles of the one dress (snake in motion).
You can tell Korto put a lot of thought into how all the various elements fit together. She didn't send the same look down the runway for the entire show, nor did each look evoke the response, "didn't I just see that one?" (like I feel Leanne's baleen did).
I love Korto's work and jewelry. If I ever win that damn lottery...
It wasn't just in the snatchshot dress. It was the embellishment on the 'not-wedding wedding dress' and if the judges had looked close, well, there's a good chance that at least one of them hates snakes. And looking at these, the woman used a whole lot of snakeskin as decorations.
I still love the green blouse that lost its pants. But snakeskin is a deal breaker.
(And what would PETA say?)
A. Who said it's necessarily real snakeskin? There are so many snakeskin-patterned fabrics out there, and you really can't tell from these pictures either way. The 'snakeskin' stuff she used for the 'snatch shot' was definitely fabric.
B. PETA would probably hypocritically decry its use, regardless of whether or not it was real and regardless of the fact that PETA's founder is a manipulative, soulless wench who takes pride in personally putting down many, many animals a year. They rarely rescue any. I guess it's ok to kill animals only if you don't plan on actually eating or using any part of them later. REAL animal activists have nothing to do with PETA, which is an extremist organization, regardless of how many Hollywood hos they convince to strip for their self-indulgent ads.
Thanks again for the great pictures TLo. I had no idea that the trim on the white dress was snakeskin! That dress was interesting, but any garment that makes a runway model look "bottom heavy" worries me!
Loved the short (but finally not TOO short) yellow dress, and thought the final long green dress was a stunner (aside from the too-revealing slit).
Thank-you again and again for these and all the pictures. They show sooo much more than my t.v. screen, or Bravo's lame web site. (Side note - is there ANY mention of Korto's fan favorite award on the Bravo site? I can't find it? Did they really give her any money, or is it all a dream?)
I think the too-long first gown is a contender for my favorite - I like the top, front & back, a lot, and top & bottom work together. I was awfully jarring to see the model go up & down the runway holding up the front though.
The shoulda-been wedding dress is an example of the value of these pictures - the detail was (of course) completely lost on t.v. and it looked too much like bed sheets with ruffles. These pictures show a much more impressive garment.
The knee length yellow (light mustard?) was almost my favorite of all three collections, I LOVED the top with all of its detail. But there was something about the fit (of the top) that seemed off - a tad too loose or something.
I liked the asymmetrical straps/bodice on the long green, but wondered how it would look on someone with bigger breasts. Odd, I am thinking.
I did not care for either white garment, but especially disliked the dress. Much too over worked for my taste. And, I don't know many women who would WANT to wear a solid white outfit except on their wedding day. White is just not a great choice for so many reasons.
Anonyomus said: think korto definitely would have won if jlo was the judge, since the celebrity judge basically determines the winner
I do not think so, Leanne's color palate was beautiful as well as it's mix of textures and fluidity. It was a breath of fresh air and very sophisticated. The crowd felt it and responded as such. I think JLo would have picked it as well.
I liked all the pieces that were in vibrant colors, except the short green dress. That piece was both unflattering and unappealing. The only things going for it were the color and the necklace. I was "meh" on the taupe pieces, but Korto's accessorizing was nothing shor of wonderful.
If Korto moves to Philly...she and Jay HAVE to be friends and perhaps even collaborate on a limited line and you two T LO need to be the agents to make that happen! START PLANNING THE SUMMIT BRUNCH TODAY!
I love to visit the small town, big city of brotherly love! If those two are on the scene I might have to buy property!
About the green dresses: I agree that Amanda would have ROCKED any of them and that two were too short. I like the asymmetrical gown but LOVE LOVE LOVE the blue one that kicked off the collection.
About the taupe dresses: I just don't get a whole garment in that color regardless of the model's skin tone. It's almost as if she got too much of the fabric and then figured she had to use it.
About the styling: The buns seemed a tad severe to me, but I loved the fans and jewelry.
Tlo said: Evoking an ethnic feel without going over the top on ethnic elements is a difficult trick to pull off and she does it so well that we think she should continue to pursue that aesthetic in her work."
I second that emotion. There are so many details in her work that are interesting and fabulous, but without being overwhelming. Just gorgeous.
--GothamTomato
May I join this praise train? I'm in complete agreement with TLo and Gotham. I hope that PR5 will be a boost for Korto commercially -and bring on that jewelry collection!!!
Her collection was absolutely gorgeous and could easily shop up at any fabulous department store. I don't disagree with her loss, but I really think Korto put together a stunning piece of work.
bailey, i lived in africa, and i was always shocked by how many people wore white and kept it clean, despite all the dust. i could never pull it off. a friend there told me it was her favorite color, because it was the color of purity.
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
*********************************** I concur in spades. Why this collection is getting rave reviews from TLo and many others is beyond me. Not feeling it at all, except for the green dress on Dani and the white pantsuit. The rest is either as basic as it gets, a bad color choice, or too much pleating/tucking, and that yellow dress is very poorly fitted at the bodice. Not really a huge fan of nearly an entire collection made of shiny and/or stiff fabric, either. I didn't like it in Chloe's and I don't like it here. (I realize they didn't use the same fabrics, but the shiny-ness is there for both.)
The thing you didn't mention that bears noticing is the beautiful backs on the long beige and short golden dresses. That elevates them from just being just 'pretty' dresses to something that surprises. When they turn the corner on the runway, I caught my breath. They are enticing without the 'slutty' factor.
That shade of green, true emerald, is my favorite so the more the better for me. I did not like the trim on the white/wedding dress. I thought it distracted from the overall look. I also do not agree with you about the jewelry incorporated into the long green dress. Yes there was titscrepancy, but it was counter balanced by the visual power of the necklace itself. On a normal mortal with real boobs there would be the added 'boobage', er, filling in behind the necklace to help even things out.
I think Korto is brilliant and showed the balance and restraint that was sometimes needed in the earlier part of the competition. All she needs now is an investor !!
Thank you so much for your comments and observations. They have added so much dimension and depth to the show. And you made me laugh, which is always a bonus.
I loved Korto's collection so much more than Leanne's. Korto's was big and bright and bold - just like Korto - and Leanne's was more refined and delicate - just like Leanne. They were both fabulous, but Korto's took my breath away.
I'm curious: has Korto ever explained why her name is pronounced Cah - to, nor Kor - to, like it's spelled?
Last, I'm in love with her jewelry. I'm also a jewelry designer and her work inspired me so much that I have vowed never to use a small bead again!
Wow - No comment of Dani aka Danielle winner of ANTM that was also from Little Rock, AR. AND no catty comment about Bianca from ANTM that got into that fight with the gal from Hairspray... Do we need to check your ID's to make sure you have not been replaced by a softer gentler T-Lo?
Wow - No comment of Dani aka Danielle winner of ANTM that was also from Little Rock, AR. AND no catty comment about Bianca from ANTM that got into that fight with the gal from Hairspray... Do we need to check your ID's to make sure you have not been replaced by a softer gentler T-Lo?
Do we need to remind you that this isn't a blog about ANTM?
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
Well, at least we know she designed the looks herself.
6. Aargh! If executed properly, this dress would have been amazing. As MK is wont to say, you lost the dress and this is where Korto lost me overall. The sloppy short taupe dress and the incongruous print dress could be overlooked, but when combined with the snatch dress and this poorly executed taupe gown, game over. As Nina and Michael taught me, if you go simple, it needs to be IMPECCABLE.
7. OK, if Korto had any chance in the world of getting me back, it would be to send the F-A-B-O-L-O-U-S Danielle Evans down the runway in the cutest darn dress that I have ever seen [/Kors]. Korto did exactly that* and then [tire screech], what in the name of Mychael Knight and Daniel Vosovic were you thinking of having her walk with that ridiculous over-sized bag! OK, I'm out... for good this time.
8. OK dress, a bit fussy and not very Korto like. It would have been better to pair the complex top with a simpler bottom or vice versa.
9. One of the cutest darn dress blah, blah, blah, but by then, I was on halter top and cute dress overload. Cute model.
10. Gorgeous and impeccable. A nitpick, the split in the front went up too far.
*Is the bodice ruched in some kind of way, or is it textured? =====
As previously stated, I had more problems with the show itself rather than Korto the Designer. In fact, I want Korto to succeed in a big way, when you have a classic style like hers it is easy to underestimate the designs and designer, but I think that Korto has a fresh take on classic and her voice needs to be part of American fashion. Korto, more than any other designer thus far in PR's history, reminds me of what I imagine it was like to see Givenchy's creations on a movie screen, girls / women must have THAT DRESS and seriously consider delaying their rent payment in order to have it in their closet.
Hey Michelle Obama would look great wearing a seatbelt coat to an outdoor swearing in ceremony and an elegant pants suit to a ball. I'm just sayin'...!
I'm late to the party, but I loved so many of Korto's looks. That divine emerald green, the perfect shade of yellow, the pure white, the lovely blue. And the exquisite jewelry incorporated into the design of the dresses. Sure she had a few missteps, but nothing that can't be corrected in future garments. She has amazing construction skills, and a unique point of view including her best looks during the competition.
I had a moment of hoping she would win, although I was certain it would be Leanne. Korto should be a terrific new voice to add to the design world, unusual but appealing to so many people. Her ethnic sensibility and designs which flatter a wider range of sizes and still look stunning. I do hope she is able to have a career outside of Arkansas.
Oh yeah, and I forgot I loved loved the hair styling, the snakeskin trims and the fans. It shows the attention to the details, as in "God is in the details."
10/21/08, 11:33 AM
I agree with your assessment, all except for the dress on Katarina. It's interesting and original, and the slit moves well and doesn't expose too much.
10/21/08, 11:38 AM
"Tlo said: Evoking an ethnic feel without going over the top on ethnic elements is a difficult trick to pull off and she does it so well that we think she should continue to pursue that aesthetic in her work."
I second that emotion. There are so many details in her work that are interesting and fabulous, but without being overwhelming. Just gorgeous.
--GothamTomato
10/21/08, 11:45 AM
Once again, the screen caps are a revelation. I absolutely hated that white dress on the runway. It came across as tacky and overwrought. I would have given her second place for that dress alone. I must say that it looks a lot better in the screen caps but I still don't like it. And I think putting such a pale-skinned blonde in it was a really bad styling choice.
I loved the green finale dress but the screen caps do emphasize the tiscrepancy. It's a little disturbing. Still a stunning look on the runway.
Loved everything else. The collection was a strong second place but there's great potential here for commercial success.
10/21/08, 11:45 AM
I agree with you on the white dress/separates(?) That should have been what she sent down as her wedding look.
I don't agree on the first look. I found it dull and I thought it was the biggest CLUNKER in the collection, even compared to the tootie showing mini dress.
I also didn't agree on the last dress on Katrina. I loved it. Though I see your point about the wrong hole question.
10/21/08, 11:47 AM
WHAT IS THAT MUSIC! I WANT IT! SOMEBODY PLEAASSSEE!
10/21/08, 11:48 AM
Overall the 2nd half is stronger. That short dress is still a bit too short for my taste though.
well the woman got good exposure and showed off her talents well. That's all that matters
Frank
10/21/08, 11:48 AM
Hooray for Korto's real-woman silhouettes. Agree as always with TLo and can't wait to see more from her.
And I'm sorry, I'm drop-dead IN LOVE with the grassy green garments. go girl!
10/21/08, 11:50 AM
I love Korto and am glad she has a sense of humor about the whole thing. I thought her collection was beautiful for the most part. I disagree with you about her final dress. I thought it was stunning and that the titscrepancy worked in this instance. I also thought that dress on Danielle was particularly beautiful. As Kors would say, the right dress for the right girl.
10/21/08, 11:51 AM
I liked this half of the collection better than the first half. I agree the last green dress was "off" for me too. It was a little to wonky at the top, but the jewelry was fantastic.
The short green and mustard dresses are great! Youthful and fun.
Korto did a great job with her collection overall. I hope we see more of her work, both the clothes and the amazing jewelry.
10/21/08, 11:54 AM
I too assumed that was the wedding dress, I mean it was quite possibly one of the most beautiful couture wedding gowns out there. Her collection reads ethnic africa without going costume and I think that shows a great skill in the interpretive aspect of Korto. She is an intellectual enough designer to know when and what elements to take. I thought her short dresses were sublime.
The final gown I loved, im sorry to disgree, i love Katarina but if we saw Gizelle strut down that gown i think reactions might have been different. its not a gown for the faint of heart.
and seriously, JEWELRY COLLECTION. remember when daniel v did all those holly hobby bags from shop class i thought to myself, designers should do accessories, Korto honey chile changed my mind.
10/21/08, 11:55 AM
I really enjoyed this collection, though I didn't love all the elements. Her clothes look so wearable, at least for me. They look effortlessly elegant, interesting yet comfortable.
I think that was my main problem with Kenley's collection. They were well fitted, but seemed so binding, like one could never sit down in them.
10/21/08, 11:55 AM
she put on a great show. whats not to love about korto?
10/21/08, 11:56 AM
These looks were the best of Korto!
Though I didn't like the first gown, or the white number, I did love the rest, especially the dress modeled by Dani of ANTM. She looked gorgeous! I also loved the gold short cocktail dress.
Korto's jewelry is to die for!!
Her music for the showing was so beautiful!!
Much, much luck to Korto. I am sincerely hoping she will be very successful!!!!
10/21/08, 11:58 AM
I agree that the model shouldn't have to hold up the skirt on the long taupe dress. Something is just off. I've got to disagree about the proportions on the short green dress. It's too short-waisted on her which then makes it too short. It's otherwise a cute dress. I didn't care for the long white dress - it's too muuuuch- and it's on the wrong model. The white would have looked more dramatic against skin that wasn't so pale.
The short gold dress looked like Korto meets Mad Men to me. Sort of a fifties silhouette with her own twist. And I agree about the titscrepancy on Katarina's dress as well as the slit being too revealing. Even though they didn't show the part where you could really see her underwear, you can see a bit of the problem even in the televised footage.
I thought Korto was a clear second place finish. The colors are lovely, the jewelry is fabulous (although I prefer it not directly attached to the clothing), but the clothes themselves included a few clunkers and assorted minor problems. Whether she would have won in other seasons? Who knows. I still can't believe Jeffrey won Season 3.
10/21/08, 12:00 PM
6. This is a very elegant dress. Too bad the model held the skirt up so high. I know this is one of the dresses she added, but it looks like she could have walked in it with the skirt down.
7. I love the bodice treatment, but the skirt is a little too short. I also feel she overused the dirndl skirt in her collection. It was 4 out of 10, right?
8. Stunningly beautiful. My only minor quib, is she should have used the snakeskin trim (which I love) on both sides of the ruffle.
9. I agree that this color should have been used more. The asymmetrical straps on the bodice are quite fetching.
10. I love this one. It's my favorite. I agree that there is a bit too much leg, if she had been a little more generous with the overlap on the skirt it would have elemented that. For the runway it is dramatic though. I love the jewelry and don't have a problem with the asymmetry, because it was done with intent.
Did someone mention in an earlier post that her collection represents the geographical story of her life. For instance the white is the snow of Canada (where she went to school)?
10/21/08, 12:05 PM
I KNEW you'd call it a titscrepancy! I've been waiting 6 weeks for that joke.
It took me a while to warm up to the final green dress, but I loved that skirt. I also loved the back of the bodice, definite 'surprise'. Although, I don't think I liked the short green dress's collapsed collar too much, nor was I in lovelovelove with the yellow's bodice. Still, though, feminine designs (in a LOT of taffeta) with just enough of a twist to keep your attention.
10/21/08, 12:07 PM
I don't know what I'd do without your screen caps. You know, I think I'll quit having opinions until I see them. I had no idea that the trim was snakeskin! That makes it much more interesting.
Got to disagree with you on the green dress, though. It was one of my favorite pieces in her collection, and I loved the way she incorporated the jewelry into the collar.
And her daughter is adorable!
10/21/08, 12:13 PM
I loved Korto's collection overall, and I'm so glad she will be putting out her jewelry because it is divine!!!! I loved the white dress and the last green dress, I thought they were gorgeous!
10/21/08, 12:24 PM
i really loved this part of the collection - even the green dress that was slit too high. i'm glad to hear she is thinking of starting a jewelry line -- gorgeous!!!
i don't know what's in some of those pictures, but my work computer filters are working overtime -- when i tried to click the little X, it came up saying inaccessible due to "forbidden topic -- pornography"!!!!! (but it shows some pix of each of the dresses...)LOL....guess i'll have to wait to get home to see what's so "explicit" about them....
10/21/08, 12:31 PM
You know, I just love this collection, it's for every body and any body!
I read in the EW interview with Kenley, that she was shocked, that she was shocked Korto when sent down unfinished pieces with underwear showing, but I can't find an image of that happening anywhere! Just ore sour grapes from Kenley, I guess.
10/21/08, 12:45 PM
I, too, thought this was a lovely collection - like Leann's, I wish I could have experienced it in person.
How sweet is it that she sent you an email about her jewelry (and smile?)
Thanks for the posts
10/21/08, 12:47 PM
I think the music is by
Osyrus Akbar.
~Zombiebirdhouse
10/21/08, 12:49 PM
I loved Katarina's dress, despite the "titscrepancy", lol.
I am going to start using that term in everyday life. lol.
10/21/08, 12:50 PM
sorry posted too soon - AKA "Joshua"
and the song's name is "Binti" which is Swahili for Daughter.
~Zombiebirdhouse
10/21/08, 12:59 PM
I completely agreed with your assessment of it all, especially the final look. While I too LOVE Korto's beadwork and would definetly buy some of her pieces, her it just looked wrong. To me it made one breast looking like the Grinch's heart - 1/8th the size of the normal one! Overall though, I love her use of color and the total vibe of the collection. I think she has a bright future ahead of her. Kudos to Korto.
10/21/08, 1:06 PM
I love the green color, personally. The shorter green dress was absolutely stunning and I would love to own it. I was waiting for you to discuss the titscrepancy on the last dress. :P
Korto is going to go so far. I honestly think she is the strongest runner-up that PR has ever had.
10/21/08, 1:30 PM
If Korto does a jewelry line I will be an early and frequent customer. Absolutely adore her bead work.
10/21/08, 1:41 PM
Ok. Part II is out. WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY didn't Korto use the white gown as the wedding dress???????????????????
The yellow dress is my second favorite. My first is the print dress from Part I.
I agree with TLo. The green gown's too high slit took away from the innovation of the combo necklace/strap.
Korto missed it by THAT MUCH. But I'll be on the lookout for the jewelery line.
10/21/08, 1:57 PM
I agree about the final look -- though I really liked seeing all that must have gone into it, the uneven thing at the top didn't thrill me. My favorites are still the first dress that came down the runway and the little print.
Yet the judges seemed to adore the long green dress and Tim loved the Amanda dress. Go figure.
But. . . all that said, Korto has a lot going for her and a lot to offer as a designer. Brava!
10/21/08, 1:57 PM
I would love to buy some of Korto's designs and jewelry some day.
The last dress on Katarina was absolutely gorgeous. Interesting from all angles. Also liked the yellow dress with the diagonal strap in back.
10/21/08, 1:58 PM
I love the colors and shapes used here, but so many of these looks seem sloppy and ill-fitting. I'm surprised you guys didn't say more about that. It's especially obvious in the close-up pics. Overall, each piece made a bold statement. I just wish it was technically better.
10/21/08, 1:59 PM
I love all of the looks in this set, except for the white. It's a little too fussy, but that's just me. I hate that ruffle right at the bottom. Gives off a grandma's night gown vibe to me. I have to also respectfully disagree on that last green dress with the necklace strap. I think it's absolutely stunning. One bold focal point instead of a sea of ruffles everywhere. I do agree about the slit up the middle, though. It's a bit too high.
10/21/08, 2:00 PM
p.s.-Forgot to mention that I loved the hair styling on all her models! Sleek and elegant.
10/21/08, 2:06 PM
Leanne has been called a one-note (an insult in my opinion) for her noodles, but it sure seems like Korto could be called a one-note regarding her pleats. Not saying either are one-notes, afterall, this is only one collection and I think it is unfair to judge a person's future on one collection, but Nina's words have been pepetuated by many and used to justify how it was unfair for Leanne to win and not Korto. Just sayin.
10/21/08, 2:06 PM
Oh, and I do also, think Korto should have sent this white number out as her wedding dress.
10/21/08, 2:14 PM
I covet that Mustard dress. That neckline is gorgeous and the pleating looked perfection and GUSH GUSH GUSH!
I have to disagree with the titscrepancy on the green dress Katarina modled- I thought they looked perfectly even despite the jewelry. I do agree that perhaps it was just a bit too much green though...
10/21/08, 2:18 PM
Zombiebirdhouse -
Do you have any links to info about the performer? I could find nothing when I Googled that name.
The text sounded like the old civil rights song (from the old gospel song), "Woke up this mornin' with my mind stayed on freedom [Jesus]".
10/21/08, 2:20 PM
SNAKESKIN.
It wasn't just in the snatchshot dress. It was the embellishment on the 'not-wedding wedding dress' and if the judges had looked close, well, there's a good chance that at least one of them hates snakes.
And looking at these, the woman used a whole lot of snakeskin as decorations.
I still love the green blouse that lost its pants. But snakeskin is a deal breaker.
(And what would PETA say?)
10/21/08, 2:25 PM
wow the fake wedding dress model looks a LOT like caroline trentini
10/21/08, 2:40 PM
I hadn't realized until some of the posters brought it up that most of the trim she used is snakeskin...it's on almost every piece. gorgeous! (and i really, really hate snakes, but i can appreciate the beauty of their skin). the markings on the white "should-have-been-the- wedding-dress" are really beautiful. I just assumed it was some type of lightweight braid. it's even more stunning knowing it's snakeskin. and i agree with sewing siren -- it should have been on both sides of the ruffle.
10/21/08, 2:48 PM
TITSCREPANCY
WAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Fabulous collection ! Gorgeous !
Would wear it all.
Thanks again TLo
10/21/08, 2:49 PM
Isn't the white "gown" actually pants?
10/21/08, 2:51 PM
Never mind. I had the white gown confused with the other white piece in the collection.
10/21/08, 3:00 PM
Lilithcat said...
Zombiebirdhouse -
Do you have any links to info about the performer? I could find nothing when I Googled that name.
The text sounded like the old civil rights song (from the old gospel song), "Woke up this mornin' with my mind stayed on freedom [Jesus]".
Hi Lilithcat -
the song is a special mix - has a lot of South African protest elements and a nod to Fela Kuti. Funny enough on a blog spot about World Cup futbol, today "Joshua" said he would post a link to the music soon. When he does I'll post the link here.
~Zombiebirdhouse
10/21/08, 3:06 PM
ZOMBIEBIRDHOUSE . . .
Love Love Love your name !
HAHAHAHAHAH . . .
The visions that it congers up...
or maybe I do need that coffee...
10/21/08, 3:26 PM
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
1st Dress - Boring color, boring silhouette...what's to 'love' about uneven pleating that looks like wrinkles?
2nd Dress - Cute. I do like the top, and I think cutting the bottom super short made it far more interesting.
3rd Dress - Her most interesting and lovely gown. Too bad she chose that horrible, stark white. I've been to Africa a couple times...never seen ANYTHING that white lol. Not even bones that have been bleaching in the sun for months.
4th Dress - Hate it. It makes the model look fat, and the asymmetry of the bodice looks awkward and poorly-done. The back of it is total beauty queen, which has a completely different feel.
5th Dress - I liked it. At first the titscrepancy bothered me a little but I don't think it's too distracting.
The looks from Korto's audition video, portfolio, etc. showed such great clothes, even if some of them were more casual looks. I wonder if Korto's collection would have been stronger and more interesting had she decided not to go the eveningwear route. As it stands, I think hers was one of the more disappointing final collections in PR history, if only because I think she was capable of so, so much more.
10/21/08, 3:26 PM
Anonymous said...
I read in the EW interview with Kenley, that she was shocked, that she was shocked Korto when sent down unfinished pieces with underwear showing, but I can't find an image of that happening anywhere! Just ore sour grapes from Kenley, I guess.
Anon,
I don't see any panty shots in the stills and I don't recall seeing it on the runway. But there are three dresses with high panty peek potental. 1. The very short tight green dress (#3) in the first half of the show. It has a little rectangle shaped exsert in the hem at center front and center back. If she made it up and down that runway without showing glimpse it would be a miracle.
2. #7 the short green dress with the full dirndl skirt. Short full skirts always have the potental to show panties if the model twirls. This one is very short and very full..
3. The show stopping finale dress (#10) has very skimpy overlap and it is open all the way to the waistseam. It looks like part of the skirt is turned under in that last still shot (perhaps she stepped on it). So it looks very *close* to danger.
It's not really and uncommon occurance at runway shows.
10/21/08, 3:33 PM
I loved all these dresses and the accenting trims are really awesome. They look like they're snakeskin prints, which is absolutely perfect, especially with that pleating on some of those tops (which look like the underbelly of the snake) and along the ruffles of the one dress (snake in motion).
You can tell Korto put a lot of thought into how all the various elements fit together. She didn't send the same look down the runway for the entire show, nor did each look evoke the response, "didn't I just see that one?" (like I feel Leanne's baleen did).
I love Korto's work and jewelry. If I ever win that damn lottery...
10/21/08, 3:41 PM
"too many cats said: (And what would PETA say?)"
Who cares what PeTA would say?
--GothamTomato
10/21/08, 3:46 PM
too many cats said...
SNAKESKIN.
It wasn't just in the snatchshot dress. It was the embellishment on the 'not-wedding wedding dress' and if the judges had looked close, well, there's a good chance that at least one of them hates snakes.
And looking at these, the woman used a whole lot of snakeskin as decorations.
I still love the green blouse that lost its pants. But snakeskin is a deal breaker.
(And what would PETA say?)
A. Who said it's necessarily real snakeskin? There are so many snakeskin-patterned fabrics out there, and you really can't tell from these pictures either way. The 'snakeskin' stuff she used for the 'snatch shot' was definitely fabric.
B. PETA would probably hypocritically decry its use, regardless of whether or not it was real and regardless of the fact that PETA's founder is a manipulative, soulless wench who takes pride in personally putting down many, many animals a year. They rarely rescue any. I guess it's ok to kill animals only if you don't plan on actually eating or using any part of them later. REAL animal activists have nothing to do with PETA, which is an extremist organization, regardless of how many Hollywood hos they convince to strip for their self-indulgent ads.
www.petakillsanimals.com
10/21/08, 3:47 PM
Thanks again for the great pictures TLo. I had no idea that the trim on the white dress was snakeskin! That dress was interesting, but any garment that makes a runway model look "bottom heavy" worries me!
Loved the short (but finally not TOO short) yellow dress, and thought the final long green dress was a stunner (aside from the too-revealing slit).
10/21/08, 4:10 PM
Thank-you again and again for these and all the pictures. They show sooo much more than my t.v. screen, or Bravo's lame web site. (Side note - is there ANY mention of Korto's fan favorite award on the Bravo site? I can't find it? Did they really give her any money, or is it all a dream?)
I think the too-long first gown is a contender for my favorite - I like the top, front & back, a lot, and top & bottom work together. I was awfully jarring to see the model go up & down the runway holding up the front though.
The shoulda-been wedding dress is an example of the value of these pictures - the detail was (of course) completely lost on t.v. and it looked too much like bed sheets with ruffles. These pictures show a much more impressive garment.
The knee length yellow (light mustard?) was almost my favorite of all three collections, I LOVED the top with all of its detail. But there was something about the fit (of the top) that seemed off - a tad too loose or something.
I liked the asymmetrical straps/bodice on the long green, but wondered how it would look on someone with bigger breasts. Odd, I am thinking.
Thanks for hosting the fun TLo.
10/21/08, 4:10 PM
I loved Korto's collection, but I really don't like her model.
her face looks weird to me. I don't see her doing print ads, so I hope she can make it as a runway model.
10/21/08, 4:34 PM
I did not care for either white garment, but especially disliked the dress. Much too over worked for my taste. And, I don't know many women who would WANT to wear a solid white outfit except on their wedding day. White is just not a great choice for so many reasons.
10/21/08, 4:46 PM
My response to Korto's email: D'awwwwww!
10/21/08, 5:09 PM
i think korto definitely would have won if jlo was the judge, since the celebrity judge basically determines the winner
10/21/08, 6:14 PM
Anonyomus said:
think korto definitely would have won if jlo was the judge, since the celebrity judge basically determines the winner
I do not think so, Leanne's color palate was beautiful as well as it's mix of textures and fluidity. It was a breath of fresh air and very sophisticated. The crowd felt it and responded as such. I think JLo would have picked it as well.
10/21/08, 6:22 PM
I liked all the pieces that were in vibrant colors, except the short green dress. That piece was both unflattering and unappealing. The only things going for it were the color and the necklace. I was "meh" on the taupe pieces, but Korto's accessorizing was nothing shor of wonderful.
10/21/08, 6:46 PM
If Korto moves to Philly...she and Jay HAVE to be friends and perhaps even collaborate on a limited line and you two T LO need to be the agents to make that happen! START PLANNING THE SUMMIT BRUNCH TODAY!
I love to visit the small town, big city of brotherly love! If those two are on the scene I might have to buy property!
Jessica
10/21/08, 7:51 PM
I love the short dresses. They are perfect summer dresses.
10/21/08, 7:56 PM
Shauna said...
wow the fake wedding dress model looks a LOT like caroline trentini
I thought the same thing.
10/21/08, 7:58 PM
About the green dresses: I agree that Amanda would have ROCKED any of them and that two were too short. I like the asymmetrical gown but LOVE LOVE LOVE the blue one that kicked off the collection.
About the taupe dresses: I just don't get a whole garment in that color regardless of the model's skin tone. It's almost as if she got too much of the fabric and then figured she had to use it.
About the styling: The buns seemed a tad severe to me, but I loved the fans and jewelry.
10/21/08, 8:03 PM
Tlo said: Evoking an ethnic feel without going over the top on ethnic elements is a difficult trick to pull off and she does it so well that we think she should continue to pursue that aesthetic in her work."
I second that emotion. There are so many details in her work that are interesting and fabulous, but without being overwhelming. Just gorgeous.
--GothamTomato
May I join this praise train? I'm in complete agreement with TLo and Gotham. I hope that PR5 will be a boost for Korto commercially -and bring on that jewelry collection!!!
10/21/08, 8:11 PM
I like the jewelry sewn into the dresses.
And I would love to buy some of her jewelry one day.
10/21/08, 8:32 PM
Her collection was absolutely gorgeous and could easily shop up at any fabulous department store. I don't disagree with her loss, but I really think Korto put together a stunning piece of work.
10/21/08, 9:12 PM
bailey, i lived in africa, and i was always shocked by how many people wore white and kept it clean, despite all the dust. i could never pull it off. a friend there told me it was her favorite color, because it was the color of purity.
10/21/08, 9:20 PM
I liked a lot about this collection and find her fashions more wearable for the beyond-size-00 women of the world. I do love Korto's beadwork.
I think my favorite look is what Korto herself was wearing, though. I want it!
10/21/08, 9:37 PM
Bailey said:
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
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I concur in spades. Why this collection is getting rave reviews from TLo and many others is beyond me. Not feeling it at all, except for the green dress on Dani and the white pantsuit. The rest is either as basic as it gets, a bad color choice, or too much pleating/tucking, and that yellow dress is very poorly fitted at the bodice. Not really a huge fan of nearly an entire collection made of shiny and/or stiff fabric, either. I didn't like it in Chloe's and I don't like it here. (I realize they didn't use the same fabrics, but the shiny-ness is there for both.)
10/21/08, 10:20 PM
The thing you didn't mention that bears noticing is the beautiful backs on the long beige and short golden dresses. That elevates them from just being just 'pretty' dresses to something that surprises. When they turn the corner on the runway, I caught my breath. They are enticing without the 'slutty' factor.
That shade of green, true emerald, is my favorite so the more the better for me. I did not like the trim on the white/wedding dress. I thought it distracted from the overall look. I also do not agree with you about the jewelry incorporated into the long green dress. Yes there was titscrepancy, but it was counter balanced by the visual power of the necklace itself. On a normal mortal with real boobs there would be the added 'boobage', er, filling in behind the necklace to help even things out.
I think Korto is brilliant and showed the balance and restraint that was sometimes needed in the earlier part of the competition. All she needs now is an investor !!
10/22/08, 12:11 AM
I do like Korto. I do wish she and Jerell could have been big enough to lend Kenley their extra tulle in the flower challenge.
My favorite look here is the white dress. Thanks to these pictures I noticed all the pleating, and I love it even more.
Can you show the back of the yellow mini? It was nice, with just a diagonal strap across the back.
Nick Verreos claims that Katarina flashed her panties at the judges while wearing that final look. The entry is here
10/22/08, 1:25 AM
Korto on her TV guide interview:
http://video.tvguide.com/ID/1367883?autoplay=true
10/22/08, 5:12 AM
TLo -
Thank you so much for your comments and observations. They have added so much dimension and depth to the show. And you made me laugh, which is always a bonus.
I loved Korto's collection so much more than Leanne's. Korto's was big and bright and bold - just like Korto - and Leanne's was more refined and delicate - just like Leanne. They were both fabulous, but Korto's took my breath away.
I'm curious: has Korto ever explained why her name is pronounced Cah - to, nor Kor - to, like it's spelled?
Last, I'm in love with her jewelry. I'm also a jewelry designer and her work inspired me so much that I have vowed never to use a small bead again!
10/22/08, 8:31 AM
Wow - No comment of Dani aka Danielle winner of ANTM that was also from Little Rock, AR. AND no catty comment about Bianca from ANTM that got into that fight with the gal from Hairspray... Do we need to check your ID's to make sure you have not been replaced by a softer gentler T-Lo?
10/22/08, 8:57 AM
She had me at "Don't I look hot?"
10/22/08, 9:05 AM
Jonathan said...
Wow - No comment of Dani aka Danielle winner of ANTM that was also from Little Rock, AR. AND no catty comment about Bianca from ANTM that got into that fight with the gal from Hairspray... Do we need to check your ID's to make sure you have not been replaced by a softer gentler T-Lo?
Do we need to remind you that this isn't a blog about ANTM?
10/22/08, 9:09 AM
Bailey said:
Um...I really just don't understand how anyone could have selected this collection to win, or even consider it a 'close second.' The more I look at it, the more boring it is. It's just so basic. You can make a basic halter dress in a bright color and do some pintucking, but it's still a basic halter dress. Picking pretty colors isn't design.
Well, at least we know she designed the looks herself.
10/22/08, 10:22 AM
6. Aargh! If executed properly, this dress would have been amazing. As MK is wont to say, you lost the dress and this is where Korto lost me overall. The sloppy short taupe dress and the incongruous print dress could be overlooked, but when combined with the snatch dress and this poorly executed taupe gown, game over. As Nina and Michael taught me, if you go simple, it needs to be IMPECCABLE.
7. OK, if Korto had any chance in the world of getting me back, it would be to send the F-A-B-O-L-O-U-S Danielle Evans down the runway in the cutest darn dress that I have ever seen [/Kors]. Korto did exactly that* and then [tire screech], what in the name of Mychael Knight and Daniel Vosovic were you thinking of having her walk with that ridiculous over-sized bag! OK, I'm out... for good this time.
8. OK dress, a bit fussy and not very Korto like. It would have been better to pair the complex top with a simpler bottom or vice versa.
9. One of the cutest darn dress blah, blah, blah, but by then, I was on halter top and cute dress overload. Cute model.
10. Gorgeous and impeccable. A nitpick, the split in the front went up too far.
*Is the bodice ruched in some kind of way, or is it textured?
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As previously stated, I had more problems with the show itself rather than Korto the Designer. In fact, I want Korto to succeed in a big way, when you have a classic style like hers it is easy to underestimate the designs and designer, but I think that Korto has a fresh take on classic and her voice needs to be part of American fashion. Korto, more than any other designer thus far in PR's history, reminds me of what I imagine it was like to see Givenchy's creations on a movie screen, girls / women must have THAT DRESS and seriously consider delaying their rent payment in order to have it in their closet.
Hey Michelle Obama would look great wearing a seatbelt coat to an outdoor swearing in ceremony and an elegant pants suit to a ball. I'm just sayin'...!
10/22/08, 10:30 AM
Anonymous said...Well, at least we know she designed the looks herself. 9:09 AM
Did Korto invent halter tops and flare legged pants?
10/22/08, 11:36 AM
Those all white looks just made me love the collection and she is "the winner" in my heart!
10/22/08, 12:24 PM
I'm late to the party, but I loved so many of Korto's looks. That divine emerald green, the perfect shade of yellow, the pure white, the lovely blue. And the exquisite jewelry incorporated into the design of the dresses. Sure she had a few missteps, but nothing that can't be corrected in future garments. She has amazing construction skills, and a unique point of view including her best looks during the competition.
I had a moment of hoping she would win, although I was certain it would be Leanne. Korto should be a terrific new voice to add to the design world, unusual but appealing to so many people. Her ethnic sensibility and designs which flatter a wider range of sizes and still look stunning. I do hope she is able to have a career outside of Arkansas.
10/22/08, 12:31 PM
Oh yeah, and I forgot I loved loved the hair styling, the snakeskin trims and the fans. It shows the attention to the details, as in "God is in the details."
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