Dear Creatives, I love being part of #CouchCritics it allows me to occasionally do reviews of movies, books, along with television shows which is actually fun for me. I love being in the know, seeing what is most current, along with seeing what might be entertaining or educational & maybe even a combination of the two.

I must admit I was super excited to be chosen to review Fashion Star. Fashion Star premiered yesterday 3-13 & is aired on NBC with 14 Eager designers 1 Winner to be chosen at the end!  So let me tell you a little more about Fashion Star just in case you missed it!

Fashion Star Group Photo

About the show: The contestants are competing for the opportunity to create the next big fashion brand. The end collection of the winner will be at all three stores H & M, Macy’s & Sak’s the collection valued purchase is worth $6 Million. Of course one of the first things you think to yourself is this another Project Runway? Don’t get me wrong I am not going to compare, but here is how it differs; Less backroom time at least with the premiere. Each contestant had to come up with 3 Signature pieces of clothes that showcased their style. Then by two’s, the designers showcased clothes came down the runway with the models wearing them. A total of 3 outfits per designer. The designers then came in front of the buyers {H& M, Macy’s & Sak’s} The buyers then either gave them a purchase price or no offer, any designer with no offer then was in jeopardy of going home at the end of the show. In the end the buyers picked who would go home, explaining why.

I am in awe of the talented designers. I always enjoy seeing back room scenes of the design process, along with getting to know the personalities of the contestants. Which does end up in some situations leading to letting someone go as in last night. No one likes someone who is cocky & doesn’t take feedback for growth automatically getting defensive. Right? How could you work with someone like that when you are going to collaborate a potential end collection.

What is super about this fashion show is you can actually purchase items from the winners from the stores that bid on their collection & it’s available the next day after the show! So fashionistas if you are ready to shop, trendy new fashions another reason to watch the show.

What I could do without was the rock concert lingerie fashion show to introduce Elle Macpherson, but it was their premiere. Another thing is 90 minutes for me is a bit long. I know toss in the commercials, they did cut a few designers being showcased while very briefly giving an overview of their outcome or it could of ran to 2 hours. I am not sure if it will stay at 90 minutes or not for future shows. And although I did mention length I could of used seeing more back room time with the designers. All in all I thought the show flowed well despite the length. I enjoyed the cast of hosts & buyers, along with getting to know the designers just a bit from the first show & of course loved seeing their designs!!

The Hosts & Mentors:

Jessica Simpson

John Varvatos

Nicole Richie

Elle Macpherson

I also had to go behind the scenes & get a look at what drives these designers individual style. You might find it interesting to take a look when your done here to see the 14 designers each totally different & unique Fashion Star video interviews. Of course its neat to see a sneak peak, but I also think that from watching the show you will really get to learn more about them. I watched quite a few interviews & here is Sarah Parrott ‘s interview. What I like about her is she seems so personable.  I love seeing people going for their dreams & getting closer to them.

My favorite designers so far are Sarah Parrot, Orley Shani, Lizzie Parker & Nikki Poulos. I can’t wait to get a feel for the other designers work. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 is the worst and 5 is the best For Fashion Star I am giving it “Couch Rating” of 4.

Now if you want to find out all there is to know about Fashion Star & even see some videos from last nights show you can visit NBC’sFashionStar

While your there don’t forget to sign up & earn points with their featured challenges! I got my Fashion Star Badge!

 What designer stood out in your Fashion Star style book? {if you saw it}

If you didn’t see it do you think you will try to view it next week?

“This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias. #CBias All the thoughts written are my own opinion & were not influenced by being compensated.