Merlin gets all paranoid and thinks the girls are forming their own secret circle (um, that’s what we girls do) while Haven has a last minute disaster right before she goes on the runway!

Check out the preview clips:

Paying Homage

Fashion History

Original Threats

Brink of Freaking Out

Peter Som, one of the world’s leading American designers, joins Kelly, Issac and Fern on the judge’s panel. Should be a good one – with lots of drama of course – tonight!

The Fashion Show airs at 10pm ET/PT on Bravo and don’t forget – after each episode, check out Tresemme’s Style Seeker for hair style tips and don’t forget that the winning design is available for purchase on BravoTV.com!

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The Fashion Show: Peter Som Guest Judges!

Tell us a little bit about you. How old are you and where do you live?

I’m 27 years old. I live in QC. I studied interior design in college. After graduating from college, I pursued ID at Parsons School of Design and decided to take fashion merchandising just for fun but I loved it so much that I decided to go back the following year and pursue a course in Fashion Design. I also took several classes in FIT.

What do you love about indie style? What is it that inspires you?

I draw inspiration from nature, anything whimsy, I love to look at children’s fairy books and vintage flora and fauna illustrations. Right now, Im obsessing over peacocks ( i love the colors of fuchsia, teal and violet ). and vintage baroque wallpapers.

Who do you imagine you are designing for?

When designing a dress, I always try to picture myself wearing it.I pay attention to details to make it more special. I design for women who are feminine, flirty and playful with a kittenish vibe.

Give us your favourite undiscovered designer/shop.

There is this small homey boutique on Mulberry St. Nolita in New York City called Poppy. They carry unique pieces from up and coming designers and vintage pieces as well. The interior of the store is fab but not over the top. They found all their furniture from the armoire to the lamp in thrift shops all over Manhattan and they mixed it with modern pieces. After shopping or window shopping, walk a few steps and there’s Ciao Bella for ice cream. Makes me miss New York.

Favourite Fashion designers?

My favorite fashion designers are Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte, Alberta Ferreti and Giambattista Valli.

If you want to shop her creations, visit her site: WANDERLUSTManila.multiply.com. She accepts made to order!

For details on what Celine was wearing in the photos, check out Style Manila: Celine Cruz of Wanderlust.

Photos courtesy of Celine Cruz.

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Take Five: Celine Cruz

A couple of months ago, I had the pleasure of meeting a Hong Kong based fashion designer Kanchan Panjabi when she visited Manila. She actually took me by surprise when I had opened my email one August day and there was a note from her asking if she could have coffee with me as she was going to be in the country in a matter of weeks. Of course, I agreed to meet. I had thought that it would be fascinating to talk about fashion with someone who’s in the mix so deep as she is.

Finally, I found myself sitting across a very down-to-earth lady exchanging pleasantries and coffee. Things got even more interesting when she showed me her portfolio and talked briefly about her studying in New York and working for Amanda Wakeley in London. The girl has tremendous talent!

Her work is shows off her Indian roots, particularly with her use of rich fabrics. The colours and prints distinctly reminds me of Asian inspirations, and a hint of the vintage. You can see it in the 50s inspired full skirts, high waists and amazing necklines and collars.

Personally, I can define her creations to be Audrey Hepburn-esque with a kick. Collections vary from edgy sophisticated looks to vintage glam. Very feminine. Her Untitled Stories collection is a personal favourite.

Kanch had said that she’s been exposed to a lot of cultures which I guess challenged her to translate these inspirations into a solid signature style. She had decided to settle in Hong Kong and put up shop that’s now known as L’atelier de Kanch where she deals mainly in high-end women’s apparel.

I fell in love with her creations!

L’atelier de Kanch is located at 2nd Floor Flat C 108-110 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong. Their doors are open from Monday to Friday, from 4pm to 8pm and Saturdays and public holidays, 10am to 7pm. You can also reach them via their contact numbers, +852 2117-1782 or +852 9606-9460 or via their email address, info@kanchancouture.com. For more information and samples, feel free to visit her website: www.kanchancouture.com.

Image: Kanchan Panjabi

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An Afternoon of Coffee and Fashion with Kanchan Panjabi