| Season 8, Episode 2 | |
| Larger Than Life | |
| |
| Air date | August 5, 2010 |
| Guest Judge | Joanna Coles |
| Who's In | Gretchen Jones |
| Who's Out | Nicholas D'Aurizio and Jason Troisi |
| previous And Sew It Begins |
next It's a Party |
Challenge[]
Contestants must design a contemporary look that represents a Marie Claire woman. The winner's look will be displayed on a 40 x 40ft billboard in Time Square.
Twist[]
All contestants must also complete a photo shoot with their models in their dress and posing.
Synopsis[]
Joanna Coles is the episode's guest judge. Jason and Nicholas are both heavily criticized for their unpolished looks. Gretchen is -once again- the winner for her chic, yet comfortable, jumpsuit.
Highlights[]
Memorable Quotes[]
- "At night she would feel like she was wearing a satin bedspread. For day, everyone in the office would say is that a walk of shame dress?" (Jason, however, thought his dress was suitable for day and night)- Michael Kors
- "If she takes the cape off, she’s naked, if she keeps the cape on, she might be joining a religious sect," (Nicholas D'Aurizio thought his outfit work with or without his cape.) - Michael Kors
- "What are you doing now, are you showing us her underwear?" – Heidi Klum to Jason Troisi
- "It’s old. It’s Blanche Devereaux," - Tim Gunn
- "It’s like an Amish cocktail dress," - Michael Kors
- "This is like desperate housewives," - Nina Garcia
- "I don't care what others think. They don't interest me," -Jason Troisi
Results[]
Who's In: Gretchen Jones with her fashionable and comfortable jumpsuit
Who's Out:Nicholas D'Aurizio, for his peculiar, perfect circle idea
Who's Out: Jason Troisi, for his confusing and unfinished figure 8 design
Photo Gallery[]
You can see photos from the episode here!