Comments on Crazy Days and Nights: Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim Miami 2008

I was there backstage dressing the models. I had a...

2007-07-21T10:26:00.000-07:00

I was there backstage dressing the models. I had already worked several shows during Miami Swim week and Jessica Simpson was the finale. I wasn't superexcited about her show, having worked more credible shows like Red Carter and Badgley Mischka, but once backstage, the vibe and the energy and anticipation was unreal. I met the designer, Tracy, who also designs for True Religion, and yes, Jessica had a hand in all the designs, which is evident when you look at them. The models were super jazzed and felt good in the suits. The suits weren't anything like I would design, but they are very American, which is what she was going for as a theme, from the music on down. I have a new found respect for her from a personal standpoint, as she was very kind, down-to-earth and didn't make fooling around and acting silly with us, dancing around with us backstage. It was a fun show after all and I'm glad I stayed late to work it. Good for my resume too, as it was her debut show and got so much media coverage.

Jeez. They really will send any old rag down the r...

2007-07-16T17:24:00.000-07:00

Jeez. They really will send any old rag down the runway these days wont they?

(Both the models and the costumes - horrendous!)

This looks like a first elimination from America's...

2007-07-16T13:03:00.000-07:00

This looks like a first elimination from America's Next Top Model.

Valid point, Hez. I stand (gladly)corrected...:)

2007-07-16T11:59:00.000-07:00

Valid point, Hez. I stand (gladly)corrected...

:)

I am severely UNIMPRESSED - not that I'd expect an...

2007-07-16T10:12:00.000-07:00

I am severely UNIMPRESSED - not that I'd expect anything impressive from Jessica, but that is the WORST groups of models I have ever seen, and some of the ugliest swimwear out there.
You're right, Ent, they definitely went to Papa Joe's acting class. I wonder what "props" he had to use to teach them how to make their mouths look like that.

I'd refine that a bit, Melissa. How about "stick w...

2007-07-16T10:11:00.000-07:00

I'd refine that a bit, Melissa. How about "stick with staying in the house, Jess"?

I think she in fact DID design those swimsuits. T...

2007-07-16T09:53:00.000-07:00

I think she in fact DID design those swimsuits. They're HIDEOUS. Seriously hideous...I don't think even I could do a worse job if I tried. Stick with cosmetics peddling, Jess!