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Episode 10 Trivia Contest

The prize for this week's contest is a talking Tim Gunn bobblehead. Please send your answers to Team BPR. Thanks Rachel P for providing many of these questions.

1. What is Tracey Trachta's title at HP?

2. Who has siblings nicknamed Spanky and Peaches?

3. What company manufactured the PR designs onto fabric?

4. According to Valerie's top, "Cleveland is for _____."

5. Who was the last designer to leave the workroom before the runway show?

6. What is the budget at Mood, "for supplemental fabric?"

7. Whose design does Tim Gunn say resembles a "Pupu Platter of construction methods?"

8. Seeing the design on the runway, which designer would have loved to "start all over?"

9. Whose design did the judges describe as "unwearable?"

10. The judges thought Valerie's look resembled her design from which episode?

Update: We have a winner! Congratulations, katnap. I will post the answers in the comments.

Episode 8 Trivia Contest

The prize for this week's trivia contest winner is a Season 8 Finale Gift Bag. There was one on every seat at the show. Honestly, I believe this is the most generous gift bag we have ever received.



There is a copy of Marie Claire, an optical mouse, some hair and make-up products, and a copy of Tim Gunn's book. Of course he signed it for you!

1. Where do the designers meet Tim to receive the Jackie Kennedy challenge?

2. What two letters appear on Valerie's sleeve?

3. Ivy declares that Michael Costello's and Christopher's designs are both very ________.

4. April describes Andy's pants as s____ s_________.

5. Who styles April's hair in the morning?

6. What type of pants is Tim wearing with his seersucker jacket and madras tie?

7. Which designer is "Captain Outerwear?"

8. Which of these adjectives did Ivy NOT use to describe her design? Stupendous, Original, Beautiful, Expensive, Amazing, Different.

9. Who is "confused" by the "ankle boot?"

10. Whose design does Heidi describe as a "dirty old rug?"

Please send your answers to Team BPR.

UPDATE: We have a winner - congratulations to Rachel P. I will post the answers in the comments. Look for another trivia contest next Tuesday.

Win a Tim Gunn Original! Episode 7 Trivia Contest

Tim added an original "TimDoodle" to this autographed copy of "Gunn's Golden Rules: Life's Little Lessons for Making it Work" making it extra special. This is the prize for the winner of this week's trivia contest. Please send your answers to Team BPR with "Trivia Contest" in the subject line. Good luck!

1. What did the girls place on April's bed to welcome her?

2. What was the budget for this challenge?

3. Tim tells the designers, "What's critically important in this relationship is _____________."

4. Michael Kors tells Andy and Valerie that, "We judges are ___-________."

5. Kristen Bell's upcoming movie is titled "___ _____."

6. Michael Drummond says that Ivy's model "...kinda looks like the ______ __ _______."

7. The top three designers in this challenge are April, Andy and __________.

8. What color is Mondo's bow tie? (Worn during the judging of this episode.)

9. How much was Casanova disappointed?

10. What is the name of the boat featured in this episode?

UPDATE: We have a winner! Congratulations Ann L. I will post the answers in the comments.

Episode 6 Trivia

1. Who shaved Andy's head?

2. Which designer selected the gown that was "inspired by a giant Jolly Rancher?"

3. What is tattooed on the back of Gretchen's right arm?

4. How many buttons are visible in Ivy's fishbowl?

5. Who is wearing the "Thank You Mood" t-shirt?

6. Whose model revealed "side cleavage" at the showcase?

7. Mondo claims to have taken his model's dress from a "catastrophe" to a "_______."

8. The top three designers as selected by the judges were Michael C, Mondo and __________.

9. Gretchen's model, Lateefah wore tall boots on the runway. In which episode did we previously see these boots?

10. What is the name of the model who developed "cold feet" and left the competition? (Spelling doesn't matter.)


I'm sorry I don't have a prize for this contest - please leave your answers in the comments. Thanks for playing along!

Episode 5 Trivia Contest

BPRs it has been a while since I have been inspired to create a trivia contest. This one was so rich with delicious details that I couldn't resist.

I have a season five DVD signed by Tim Gunn for the prize. (Thanks Mark Y!)

Please do not leave your answers in the comments, e-mail to Team BPR. The first person to get all of the answers is the winner.

1. After comparing Gretchen to Hitler, April predicts that she will "put her _____ on everything the team does."

2. On day one of the challenge, what color are Mondo's glasses?

3. What color are Peach's glasses?

4. Which designer is the designated "notion boy?"

5. What phrase is tattooed on AJ's back?

6. Which designer invented a new technique: The "blousonted" sleeve? :)

7. What is the name of Casanova's aunt?

8. What color is the top that Heidi wears for the runway judging?

9. Which designer wears a stuffed red heart for the runway judging?

10. Which designer predicts, "I'm going home."

Bonus Question: On the runway, Mondo is wearing a figural pin of what animal on his lapel? You don't have to answer this to win - it's just for fun.

Update: We have a winner! Congratulations to Jennifer L! I will post the answers in the comments.

Nina Garcia Trivia Contest

Win an autographed copy of Nina's Garcia's book, "The One Hundred," generously provided by our friends at Project Runway.com by answering these trivia questions:


1. Who designed the dress that Nina Garcia wore to the Project Runway Season Five Finale?

2. Where was Nina born?

3. Nina got her start in the fashion industry working in Public Relations for which designer?

4. What is Nina's title at Marie Claire?

5. What was the first episode of Project Runway that Nina did not judge? Who replaced her?

Please e-mail your answers to Team BPR. Thanks everyone!



We have a winner! Congratulations Rachel P. Here are Rachel's answers:

1. Who designed the dress that Nina Garcia wore to the Project Runway Season Five Finale?
Roland Mouret

2. Where was Nina born?
Barranquilla, Colombia

3. Nina got her start in the fashion industry working in Public Relations for which designer?
Perry Ellis, for Marc Jacobs

4. What is Nina's title at Marie Claire?
Fashion Director

5. What was the first episode of Project Runway that Nina did not judge? Who replaced her?
Season 1, episode 5: replaced by Anne Slowey, and Amsale.

Jennifer Diederich Trivia Contest

Project Runway season Five designer Jennifer Diederich has generously provided us with an autographed "European Travel Tote" for our contest. Thanks Jennifer!

Click here to see more of Jennifer's designs in her etsy shop.

Click here for Jennifer's blog.

1. In what European Country does Jennifer currently live?
2. Which designer was Jennifer paired with in the "What's Your Sign?" challenge?
3. Name Jennifer's Atlas roommates.
4. Who was Jennifer's model for the very first challenge?
5. In Episode 3 "Bright Lights, Big City," what was Jennifer's inspiration?

Please submit your answers to Team BPR.



Please note that the tote has a couple of slight smudges.

UPDATE: We have a winner! Congratulations, Cristian V. Here are Cristian's answers:
1. Italy
2. Jerell
3. Terri, Kelli & Stella
4. Topacio
5. a large clock in NYC

Finale Part 2 Trivia Contest

Today's Trivia Contest Prize package has been generously provided by our friends at ProjectRunway.com. This package includes a season three DVD, a "Carry On" Canvas Tote, and a Leather Presentation Case.

Good luck everyone!

1. How many of the designs in Kenley's collection were painted?
2. What is the name of Tia's dog?
3. How many hours of sleep did Leanne lose over her collection?
4. Rami Kashou "believes in" _________.
5. Who does Heidi refer to as a "really hot hottie?"
6. Whose collection did Nina Garcia say was "couture-like?"
7. During model casting, Korto looks for girls with _________.
8. There is a fourth person at the table during model casting. Who is it?
9. Collier Strong works for __________.
10. Heidi "wouldn't be caught dead in" ________ ________ ________.
11. Kenley says Leanne's collection is _________.
12. Before Tim sits down in the front row, he kisses ______ ______.
13. The inspiration for Korto's line is _________.
14. In make-up, Kenley wants her models to look like ______ _____.
15. What color is the dress that Nina wears to the finale show?

Finale Part 1 Trivia Contest

The prize package for today's trivia contest contains a copy of Tim Gunn's book "A Guide to Quality, Taste and Style," a Project Runway travel mug and a paper cube. All of these prizes have been generously provided by our friends at ProjectRunway.com. You may click here to see more.

1. Korto's daughter is named ______.
2. Korto's strength comes from _____ _________.
3. Leanne's boyfriend is named ________.
4. Jerell's dad worked as a ______ _______.
5. Kenley's grandmother was a __________ _______.
6. During the home visit, Tim tells Kenley that her wedding gown is _____________.
7. Back in NYC, the designers stay in the Presidential Suite at which hotel?
8. What was the budget for the bridesmaid dress?
9. Who models Kenley's bridesmaid dress?
10. Who models Korto's bridesmaid dress?
11. Who models Leanne's bridesmaid dress?
12. Who models Jerell's bridesmaid dress?
13. Whose design does Heidi describe as "crazy good?"
14. Who does Michael describe as going "hog wild?"
15. Jerell says, "If you want a basic white Tee, get it from ______ _____."

Season Three Trivia

Today's Trivia Challenge is all about season three. The winner will receive an autographed Tim Gunn bobblehead generously provided by Emmett McCarthy.

1. Stacey Estrella was eliminated in episode one. Who was her model?
2. Which "Icon" was assigned to Bradley Baumkirchner?
3. Whose mother did Vincent Libretti design for?
4. Which designer won the first challenge?
5. In which episode do we learn that Laura Bennett is pregnant?
6. Who was paired up with Keith Michael in the "Miss USA" challenge?
7. Which two designers were on "Team Bonnie" for the "Reap What You Sew" episode?
8. Who was the judge in the "Waste Not" episode?
9. Who was Uli's model in the "Iconic Statement" challenge?
10. What is the name of Mychael Knight's mother?

Season Four Trivia Contest

The prize for today's trivia contest is an autographed Tim Gunn bobblehead, generously provided by Emmett McCarthy.

1. Who proposed marriage to Christian Siriano?
2. Which design caused Tim Gunn to say, "Talk about Eva Gabor in Green Acres!"
3. Which designer has a Lady of Guadalupe tattoo on his or her left upper arm?
4. How tall is Tiki Barber?
5. Who was the judge for the prom (What a Girl Wants) challenge?
6. The clients in the prom challenge were students at what school?
7. Who said, "How can you be the team leader when you can't lead yourself?"
8. Who was the fastest runner in the very first challenge?
9. Who were the three members of the winning team for the "Trendsetter" challenge?
10. What was the name of Rami Kashou's diva client in "Raw Talent?"

Episode Eleven Trivia Contest

This week's prize package has been generously provided by our friends at ProjectRunway.com. This is a Season One package including a Season One DVD, A Jay McCarroll-designed tote bag and autographed card (exclusive to this giveaway!), and a Project Runway Journal. Most of these items are available at the Project Runway Store.


On to the Trivia - good luck everyone!

1. What is the number of the girls' apartment?
2. What is the name of Jerell's model?
3. Which model does Suede choose in this episode?
4. What was the budget for this challenge?
5. What color is the barrette that Kenley wears for most of this episode?
6. Which designer suggests a cape?
7. Complete this quote from Tim: "Kenley, it would help if you removed the sarcasm and the __________!
8. How long has Suede been playing the cello?
9. How late did the designers work on this challenge?
10. What did Kenley wear on her head during her runway walk?
11. What did Korto use to treat her denim and shoes?
12. Which judge said, "Don't make mom jeans!"

Easy Episode Six Trivia

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1. What is the correct spelling of the name of Daniel's model?
2. Who is shown making coffee at the beginning off this episode?
3. Which model did Keith choose?
4. Who explains that "Drag is smoke and mirrors?"
5. What does it say on Blayne's t-shirt?
6. Blayne and Jerell are both seen wearing a neon green cap. What does it say on the cap?
7. Who is the first designer that Tim Gunn is shown introducing to Chris March?
8. Who describes her process as "making paper airplanes?"
RUNWAY DAY
9. Who is the first designer in the door of the workroom?
10. What color is the lining of Hedda's outfit?
11. Who has to "sidestep" through the door?
12. What is the exact name of the charity that will benefit from the auction of these garments?
13. What is the name of Jerell's model?
14. Whose design caused "the drag" in RuPaul to come out?
15. What is Sweetie's bra size?
16. Whose design really "fit the frequency" of the model?
17. Whose outfit was "random and unpolished?"
18. Who was the first designer shown hugging Daniel backstage?

Easy Episode Five Trivia

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1. Which model was eliminated at the start of Episode Five?
2. Which designers are shown working out in the weight room?
3. What does it say on Terri's brown t-shirt?
4. Which Season Four designer is featured in this episode's Saturn ad?
5. What is the name of Brooke Shields's character on "Lipstick Jungle?"
6. Whose design will make Brooke look "nice and leggy and sexy?"
7. Daniel's dad is __________ and his mom is _________.
8. Which designer sang for Brooke?
9. Whose button was the first one pulled from the bag?
10. Who did this designer choose as a partner?
11. Which designer is shown biting his or her nails?
12. Which designer asks Tim if the design is "too dominatrix?"
RUNWAY DAY
13. Which designer is shown making coffee?
14. Which designer is shown trying on his or her design?
15. What color is Tim's tie?
16. Who admits to "sweating?"
17. How many pieces were included in Blayne's "look?" Describe them.
18. Which designer used the "helper's" model?
19. Who thinks that Keith will switch models next week?
20. Which team "won" the live Bluefly poll?

Tough Trivia Tuesday - Week Three

Welcome to Week Three of Tough Trivia Tuesday.
Today's category is "Family Members of Season One Designers."

1. Whose family business is a wedding chapel?
2. What is Wendy Pepper's daughter's name?
3. Which of Kara Saun's family members are at the Finale Show?
4. What is the name of Jay McCarroll's 7-year-old niece?
5. Bonus Question: What blonde celebrity did she dress as for Halloween with Jay's help? (Project Jay.)
6. What is the name of Jay McCarroll's dog? (Project Jay.)
7. Which of Wendy Pepper's family members are at the Finale Show?
8. Which designer does Wendy's mom love to watch with her friends?
9. Robert Plotkin's mom owned a _____ ______.
10. Bonus Question: Were Heidi and Seal married during the filming of Season One?
11. Which Season One designer designed the wedding gown for his bride?
12. Jay is the youngest of how many siblings?

Easy Episode Three Trivia

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1. Who wore pink rain boots?
2. What is the name of the bus line featured in Episode 3?
3. Who was "inspired by money?"
4. Who wears a black hat in the workroom?
5. Who wears yellow rain boots?
6. What kind of fabric did Jennifer use to represent the clock face?
7. What is Blayne eating in the workroom. (Not Kenley!)
8. What colors are the bandannas that Keith wears in this episode?
9. How much did Kenley's tulle cost?
10. Who spells out "Holla" for Tim Gunn?
11. Who is the first model in the door of the workroom?
12. How does Blayne greet Tim at the door of the apartment?
13. Whose picture did Tim "love?"
14. Who does Stella ask for help in operating the camera?
15. Who comes from an "abstract artist background."
16. Who takes a self-portrait?
17. Who is "in it to win it?"
18. What color are the soles of the shoes that Heidi is wearing for the runway show?
Bonus Question: Who probably designed these shoes?
19. How long did the designers have to choose their inspiration photos?
20. How much money did the designers have to spend at Mood?

Tough Trivia Tuesday - Week One

Welcome to the first edition of BPR's Tough Trivia Tuesday. Today's topic is "Season Four Food and Drink."

1. Which brand of bottled water is shown throughout season four?

2. How many Reese's Peanut Butter Cups did Christian claim to have opened?

3. What brand of bottled beer is Rami drinking in the apartment during the "What a Girl Wants" episode?

4. What leftover candy was still evident on Kevin's worktable during the "What a Girl Wants" episode?

5. What is Jillian eating on her way out of the apartment during the "What a Girl Wants" episode?

6. Which designer (apparently) carries a bear-shaped squeeze bottle of honey in her purse?

Easy Episode One Trivia

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Gearing up for Tough Trivia Tuesday, I thought an easy trivia contest would be fun - no prize for this one - sorry!

1. Besides Jerry, which other designer accessorized with yellow gloves?
2. Besides Project Runway, what do Suede and Heidi have in common?
3. What is the name of Kelli's store?
4. What brand of champagne did Tim and Heidi serve on the roof?
5. What is the name of Emily's line?
6. Who was applying deodorant in the kitchen?
7. Which two designers wore leopard prints to Gristede's.
8. Which designers were wearing hats at any time in this episode?
9. Who wears a pink tape measure?
10. Who wears a lime green tape measure?
11. Who is wearing blue fingernail polish?
12. Who was the first designer finished?
13. Who wore a red flower on his lapel?
14. Who wore a yellow flower over her ear?
15. What color is Blayne's suitcase?
16. Which designer can "make a 3-piece suit in like an 8-hour period?"
17. Who designs for Saudi royalty?
18. Who made a dress from playing cards?
19. Whose design did Heidi describe as "butt ugly?"
20. Whose design did Austin describe as "hideous?"
21. Who modeled Austin's cornhusk dress?
22. Was was Korto's "Wow factor?"
23. What does it say on the back of Blayne's t-shirt?
24. What did Korto use as a buckle on the front of her dress?
25. How does Tim Gunn greet Austin Scarlett in front of Gristede's