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Tim Gunn: Sartorial Political Theorist
Tim Gunn is an expert on politics. Or rather, Tim Gunn—fashion maven, Project Runway mensch, stand-up guy—is an expert on what lady politicians or regular politicians' wives should be wearing. You may recall that Tim once called Hillary Clinton (she's a woman who tried to run for president once) "mannish" when prompted by Conan O'Brien. And now, when asked by no less than Time magazine, he's said that Cindy McCain (wife of an old man) looks like "someone twisted her ponytail into a knot and tried to give her a face lift." Michelle Obama (wife of a black person) on the other hand, looks fabulous. Why is it that Tim Gunn must always be consulted on these matters of state? Maybe there's some sort of cabinet position he could fill. Secretary of Oh Honey, No. Video is after the jump. His astute political analysis is at about 4:25. More »
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Tim Gunn Will Still 'Make it Work' in LA
Tim Gunn, the delightful and not at all sad Project Runway mensch, is a bit apprehensive about the fashion design competition show's impending move to Los Angeles. While filming the show's sixth season, this time to be aired on Lifetime instead of Bravo, Gunn is not quite sure what he's going to do about the driving. "Can I be honest with you?" he sighed to New York's The Cut blog. "I'm panicky about it, and the whole idea of moving to a place that has a big car culture has me apoplectic. I may have a little lean-to inside the set, wherever it is, so I don't have to worry about travel." Oh noes! Poor panicked Tim Gunn in that sprawling, smoggy, leathered and stretched city! Someone help him, uh, make it work. And what about those rumors that that classic catchphrase of his will be jettisoned for the Lifetime season? Not true, he says. More »
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Project Runway Winner Is The Next Big Thing, So Sayeth Tim Gunn
At the GLAAD awards last night Tim Gunn, the most wonderful man alive, said that Christian Siriano, the wee fashion designer with the Sydney Opera House on his head who recently won Project Runway's fourth season, is going to be the next Marc Jacobs. I wonder if this means attendant drug problems and threesome having with hookers and porn stars. After making the comparison, he plainly stated that "We have found America's next great fashion designer. We really have. I'm confident." Heady praise for a 22-year-old! I dunno, it seems a bit impulsive to say something so sensational, so publicly, about a designer who is in such nascent stages of a career. In the end, I'm hoping he'll be more like the ever-crazier Betsy Johnson than the increasingly sane Marc Jacobs. Either way, I'm excited for someone on the red carpet to say they're wearing a dress from "Tranny, by Christian." [The Cut] Video of the little monkey creature after the jump. More »
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Celebrities Well Aware That You Hate Them
Ryan Seacrest, American Idol emcee and probable gay, graces the cover of Details this month, looking forlorn next to a headline that reads "Ryan Seacrest Knows What You Think of Him." It's remarkably similar to Lance Bass's January Advocate cover, which featured the pensive-looking "singer" and the sad statement that "Lance Bass Knows You Talk Trash About Him." Why the similarities? Why the self-pity?? Jossip suggests it's because, you know, "there are so few things you can say about gay people to make them sound interesting." This is true! Also, no one likes Ryan Seacrest or Lance Bass. Click here for larger image, at Jossip.
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Tim Gunn On The Record
Earlier I wrote about Tim Gunn's appearance at the 92nd St. Y last night. Like I said, he was delightful and informative, but unfortunately I didn't record or tape anything (I don't think I was allowed?) Luckily, the Y taped it, and posted a segment on YouTube. It ought to give you an indication of what a wonderful raconteur the silver fox really is. Tim talking about his childhood and J. Edgar Hoover dressing in drag, among other things, after the jump. More »
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A Brief, Light Evening of the Soul with Tim Gunn
Style expert and Project Runway "mensch" Tim Gunn was at the 92nd St. Y last night for an interview with NY1's Bud Mishkin. He was, honestly, more articulate and charming than expected. There were no awkward moments when interviewee or interviewer (also excellent) stumbled around to find the thread of a conversation. Gunn just nattered on about his childhood, his tenure at Parsons, his sudden fame, and, of course, his outlook on what ladies should be wearing. Really, I can't tell you how delightful he was (sorry, commenter AndSheSaid) and am sorry that I couldn't get some kind of recording of the evening. You'll accept, I hope, a listicle summary after the jump. More »
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Tim Gunn Not Sad??
From the Department of ZOMG: "Or when Tim broke away from the endless parade of interview and paparazzi requests just to give us both a big hug and kiss and then immediately, in as soto a voce as one can manage in a room full of screaming photographers took us aside and said 'Did you see that Gawker piece on me? Totally untrue! I was never there! I can tell you I was home that night. ALONE.'" Well there you go. Though, still kind of sad. [Project Rungay]
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Tim Gunn Hugs His Inner Child As The Wonder Twins Prepare To Activate
[Project Runway host Tim Gunn (looking happy!) sits with season winner Christian Siriano, and complete embarrassing losers Rami and Jillian at the finale party in New York last night; image via Splash] More »
On The Radio
Tim Gunn was on Ryan Seacrest's radio show this morning. Ryan has basically stopped pretending that he is not a friend of Dorothy. Topics discussed: Posh Spice, sparkly belts, and Hillary Clinton's lack of fashion savvy (again, Timmy?) At least he doesn't sound sad. [Click to listen]
Tim Gunn was on Ryan Seacrest's radio show this morning. Ryan has basically stopped pretending that he is not a friend of Dorothy. Topics discussed: Posh Spice, sparkly belts, and Hillary Clinton's lack of fashion savvy (again, Timmy?) At least he doesn't sound sad. [Click to listen]
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Tim Gunn In Happier Times
As we all know, Tim Gunn is sad. And it's difficult to take. So, lest you forget what the delightful man is usually like, we've provided a video of Tim with his Project Runway friends, laughing and catwalking and being tickled. He truly looks joyful. Our deepest hope is that he can someday return to that wonderful state. [via Project Rungay] More »
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Other Things That Continue To Make Tim Gunn Sad
[Fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, IHT/T Magazine contributor Suzy Menkes, fashion designer Alber Elbaz, fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier and editor of T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Stefano Tonchi at a T Paris Fashion Week even last night, saddening Tim Gunn; image via T]
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Miss Thing Looks Like That Thing
[Fashion guy Tim Gunn with Anderson Cooper, John Bartlett, and Simon Doonan at a charity event in New York last night (presumably before Tim was seen lonely at a bar); image via WENN] More »
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The Lonely Ballad of Timothy Gunn
If his behavior at gay bars is any indication, Tim Gunn has a sad. A tipster writes that the white haired, perfectly groomed Project Runway mentor was spotted at The Townhouse last night, alone and upset. More »
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Tim Gunn and Larry the Cable Guy Amuse Each Other
Style expert Tim Gunn was on Late Night with Conan O'Brien last night and managed to blurt out that he thinks Hillary Clinton is confused about her gender. She appears mannish, he said, in her suits that look like Kevlar. Though he loves how Nancy Pelosi dresses, and therefore encourages her to run for president. Ack, Timmy. This unseemliness is all compounded by the fact that avowed redneck comedian Larry the Cable Guy was sitting next to Tim the whole time. At one point he even chimed in, suggesting that the fashion maven wears a "pin wheel hat and nipple clamps" for fun. Then Tim touched him. Two worlds that should never collide just did. Uncomfortably. Video after the jump. More »
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Tim Gunn Wasn't Allowed To Do The One Thing That Might've Made His Book Work
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"Dear Choire,
I was impressed with your wonderful site. It really helps me keep up to speed with current trends and news." "magnolia bakery shutting down!—what's going on and why am i first hearing of this on cbs 2 instead of "oh so hip and cutting edge" gawker.com?"
"Seeing a lot of petty insults and name-calling on comments lately. Would you guys please consider reminding commenters about common courtesy, etc. etc? It seems many have forgotten their manners."
"Tim Gunns Tips for over Forty??? That was the most ridiculous list I have ever seen. I can understand not showing, navels, or under garments, too much cleavage, or mini skirts, short shorts..... But, that list was not even fair for Grandma. Give me a break.......where are you sending us boomers back to? The 50's? You need to fire the gay guy that wrote it for you.... Shame on you Grandpa..."
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There Aren't Any Gay People Where I Come From
Glaring Omissions reproduces tips received from readers in the last week that weren't covered on Gawker, either by accident (it happens!) or by design (it happens more often).
I was impressed with your wonderful site. It really helps me keep up to speed with current trends and news."
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Candace Bushnell has so much to answer for. These animated webisodes, inspired by Sex and the City and starring Spraychel, the captivating I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® spray, and Spritzy, the feisty Wish-Bone® Salad Spritzers® Dressing, are categorically a bad thing. Tim Gunn, heretofore idolized in these parts, shills himself out as Tim Well-Done, which only adds to our sadness. In a shared act of communal grieving we ask you to help us categorize the many things gravely wrong about the above video. More »
Sprays In The City
Candace Bushnell has so much to answer for. These animated webisodes, inspired by Sex and the City and starring Spraychel, the captivating I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® spray, and Spritzy, the feisty Wish-Bone® Salad Spritzers® Dressing, are categorically a bad thing. Tim Gunn, heretofore idolized in these parts, shills himself out as Tim Well-Done, which only adds to our sadness. In a shared act of communal grieving we ask you to help us categorize the many things gravely wrong about the above video. More »
