![]() Within the hour Siriano had volunteered and ended up dressing her in a stunning red gown - and he’s been a staple on red carpets ever since. In 2016, actress and comedian Leslie Jones took to Twitter to call out the lack of designers interested in dressing her for the “Ghostbusters” premiere. Here’s how he does it and how it can work for others. This spring, Siriano has returned to Bravo’s “Project Runway” to take over for Tim Gunn in the role of mentor - a sign that he’s made it work. He produces his designs in sizes 2 through 28, unheard of in an otherwise hip-bone-loving industry, and partners with affordable brands such as Home Shopping Network and TJ Maxx. He’s dressed former First Lady Michelle Obama, Oscar winners Angelina Jolie and Kathy Bates, and hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj. The recurrent message of the 33-year-old CFDA designer’s work? Fashion belongs to everybody. A few weeks later, at the Oscars, “Pose” star Billy Porter arrived in a Siriano creation that melded a black velvet tuxedo blazer with a ball-gown skirt. Recently, plus-size model Ashley Graham closed Siriano’s fall 2019 show at New York Fashion Week swathed in a glittering, curves-hugging couture gown - and wearing heels from his Payless line of shoes. ![]() Cromartie used being rejected from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York as fuel and has been building his brand ever since.In the decade since Christian Siriano became the youngest-ever winning designer on “Project Runway,” he’s been reinventing the red-carpet experience. Lewis High School learned to design on his own. It's been a long road for Cromartie, who said he tried out for the show at the age of 21. Bishme obviously is more self-taught, which was nice to see." Everyone comes from interesting walks of life. "Everyone is really interesting this season. That was really nice to see."Ĭromartie, who got his name after his mother heard "Bishme" and fell in love with it, made quite an impression on Siriano. We had some challenges in the whole season that focus on where people come from. Siriano added: "He definitely talked about it. I love to vocalize that I love being from Baltimore.” ![]() “I love being from here,” said the Federal Hill resident. "It's a ride."Ĭromartie and Siriano said that viewers will see plenty of nods to Maryland throughout Cromartie’s storyline. “I think Bravo did a great job showcasing how fashion works now,” Cromartie said. I think it will be exciting."Ĭromartie is also a fan of all the changes. We talk a lot about celebrating diversity in people. We have the first trans model on the show. "The new challenges reflect a little more what's happening in our world. ![]() This season will feature an increased grand prize of $250,000 up from $100,000, as well as guest stars that include rapper Cardi B. The CFDA is involved, which is amazing for the winner," Siriano said. "Obviously, everything is different: new mentor, new judges, new sets. The show was eventually swooped up by the new stewards of the Weinstein Co. The show found itself wrapped in uncertainty following the Harvey Weinstein-he was an executive producer-controversy. The show jumped to Lifetime from 2009 to 2017 before returning to Bravo this season. The show also made household names of Garcia, Zac Posen and Gunn. ![]() The show has launched the careers of a slew of designers including Austin Scarlett, Leanne Marshall, Michael Costello and Kara Saun. Since the series debuted on Bravo in 2004, “Project Runway” has become an international phenomenon. (Richard Shotwell / Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Billy Porter arrives at the Oscars in a black tuxedo top and larger than life black ball gown courtesy of Annapolis-native designer Christian Siriano. ![]()
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