| Season 8, Episode 1 | |
| And Sew It Begins | |
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| Air date | July 29, 2010 |
| Guest Judge | Selma Blair |
| Who's In | Gretchen Jones |
| Who's Out | McKell Maddox |
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In this Season 8 premiere, the 17 contestants are introduced as are their fashions.
Challenge[]
Contestants must pick an item out of their baggage, pass it to the person to their right, and use it in an original design.
Twist[]
There is 1 extra person in the competition who must be eliminated before the season officially starts.
Synopsis[]
Casanova complains about his "yet to be worn" and $1000+ Dolce and Gabbana pair of jeans being ripped up by Valerie. Tim Gunn encourages McKell's dress, despite her being eliminated.
Highlights[]
- Casanova's meltdown over the loss of his $1,000+ pair of Dolce & Gabbana pants
- Selma Blair's reaction to contestant Peach Carr's "mom pants"
Memorable Quotes[]
- "Side cleavage is a rare thrilling moment for anyone." (describing McKell's "trainwreck") – Michael Kors
- "I like to play with seaming." – Nicholas D'Aurizio
- "Is it sexy, or is it vulgar?" (Describing Casanova’s dress) - Tim Gunn
- "It’s such an unfortunate pant to begin with." (dissing Peach Carr’s actual pants) – Selma Blair
- "This is like a hot mess." (of April Johnston's "shredded" look) – Heidi Klum
Results[]
Who's Out: McKell Maddox, for her side-cleavage baring dress
Who's In: Gretchen Jones, for an "elegant" black dress
Photo Gallery[]
You can see photos from the episode here!