Why Bravo's 'The Fashion Show: Ultimate Collection' Was Almost Good, but Not

When I first wrote about Bravo's revamp of The Fashion Show last October I had high-yet-reserved expectations. The show's first season was a mildly successful attempt to bring fashion reality TV back to Bravo after losing Project Runway to Lifetime, and season two's makeover (making the contestants work in two teams or "houses" instead of as individuals) seemed like it might have been the twist the show needed for success.


Last night the three finalists -- Calvin, Jeffery and Dominque -- showed their final collections and one of them named the winner. I stuck with The Fashion Show for the entire season despite lackluster episodes, and now that the finale is over I think I have identified why the show was almost a hit, but just missed the mark: Lack of contestant attachment.

Quick Things 1.22.11

Some quick links that are worth checking out...

• Is Anchal from ANTM Cycle 7 Dating Jim Carrey?
• Watch This Hypnotic Graphic Music Video for "I'll Be Gone"
• The Ultimate Movie Spit-Take Reel
• Meet the New Cast of The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business
• Not Feeling Britney Spears' New Song? In Defense of "Against"
• Fantastic Parody of Ke$ha's "We R Who We R"
• Create Digital Sand Art with "This Is Sand"

The Ru-Mix: How You Doin?

We're a few weeks into 2011 and the music scene is bursting with new tunes from today's best pop artists. Just in time for the weekend check out the newest mix from The Ru-Mix!

As the title suggests this is a light, campy, pop filled mix that is perfect for the gym, getting ready, or any time you need to lift your spirits and get pumped. Forget the winter blues with the help of Rihanna, Willow Smith, Alexis Jordan, Cher and yes, Britney Spears. Some of 2011's biggest hits are here as well as some songs from last year that deserve a second shot. Download The Ru-Mix: How You Doin' here

If you're digging all of The Ru-Mixes so far keep checking the blog or join the Facebook group!

11 Teams Return for 'The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business'

While Survivor: Redemption Island is bringing back two fan favorites to the competition, the new season of The Amazing Race will feature a cast filled with entirely with recognizable faces.


In The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business (premiering Sunday, Feb. 20 at 8pm on CBS) 11 teams who have raced before will compete again to see if they have what it takes to actually win this time. The last time Race brought back an all-star cast was in Season 11. All of these former teams are from Season 12 and after.

Take a look at the racers who are hoping to capitalize on their second chance at winning The Amazing Race.

Man Rattles Off Nonsense at Passersby. How Would You React?

You're walking into a shopping mall and a car pulls up beside you. Before you even have time to react a man starts talking to you. At first it seems like he's being helpful, but you quickly realize that he's talking nonsense. How would you react?


Check out some real-life people getting nonsense bombed by the folks at Jack Vale Films.