Challenge 2 Results

So I should start by apologising for beingsogarshdarndiddly LATE this challenge. And then promptly continue on to explain how it's not COMPLETELY my fault, but in the end what I really should be doing is getting right down to business.
But I truely am so rediculously sorry for this flakey-ness.

[Dash, Elle, Ballerinababe, Kellie Beth, and Taylor all did not turn in an entry this week, and have been eliminated from the compitition.]

Challenge Two: It seems in the past year or so, superheos have become and increasingly important part of my life, and, inspired by that, I though, wouldn't it be fun if I made you all do a set based on one?! And so, I set out finding 19 kick-butt men you guys could create sets around-but here's the thing! I don't want costumey. At all. I'm talking street wear-FEMALE street wear. What would your assigned superhero wear in his off-time if he was a chick? And to make matters more fun, I'm going to be giving you each a randmly comic book protagonist.

Now...the fallowing names:

TheBradlo
Nik
Manda
Tripmywire
BBGal
Soraya
and Heyhey....

You have recieved the highest and the lowest scores.

But let's start with the rest of you.

IN
From highest to lowest scores:

Mandy- Very cool, very moder, and definately channelling Nite Owl. It's very wearable, and I am glad you didn't over-do it with owl accesories, because that can be done very easily. However, we think that you also played it a little /too/ safe, and somehow the vibe of the clothing [the hardcore-ish stlye you mentioned], doesn't really go with your character. As one judge said " like the outfit, but maybe because this person is so smart. He/she would have dressed a bit smarter too, maybe a bit too casual." Your layout too could've been a little stronger- it seemed a little squished in there, and maybe layer the glasses over the shirt?

Sarah-At first glance, I really don't see Cyclops, but reading your description, the attention to detail you paid is excellent. The outfit's very stylish and cool [PERFECT sunglasses, very important for him/her], and I'm glad you went with the blue color pallette- however, like Mandy, it seems played rather safe. Surprise us with out to mix pieces! Also, I wish you had explained the initial outfit, especially that picture of the jeans. Layout improved-much more balanced over all.

Incubeautee- You had a hard time trying to play the line between costumey and street, and I give you some major props for it-I would die in your postition. You really thought about translating the outfit, though, and that was great- I love the detail of the tank top texture being like his orginal armor! With the skirt-belt-top working so well torward your theme, the other componets-jacket, shoes, bag- seemed almost liked overkill. There are plenty of ways to do red, white, and blue without literally using an American Flag.

Lola- It seems like you were going in the right direction, but simply ran out of time to perfect it. The idea was there, it just felt lost in the presentation-really not your best layout. We questioned whether or not all the styles would work together as a whole outfit [my biggest issue were the shoes, and others weren't so keen on hat choice.], but it wasn't boring, and you didn't do anything safe, which worked to your advantage.

FashionistaX- It was really rather boring, becase, once again, I think you were going the right direction- the style and inspiration was very good for Ozy. It's no doubt stylish and persfessional, it was just missing a certain....WOW factor. OZYMANDIUS, King of Kings! seems like a title that would need a much grander appearnace-at the very least, a bolder necklace would've done the trick. One judge described it as 'static'.

The Fashion Freak- Personally, I loved yours, I think it's a big step up from last week. But then again, that may just be because I adore V. Since mosaics with really tiny items is just your signature, it's good you made them...just a little more spread out, and stuck to one initial outfit [which was totally HOT.]. Still, the judges question all the little items- a laptop, a straightener, two masks? Explaining your thought process may help you considerably. Also, the gapping white hole above the dress is rather descracting with all the other spaces filled.

Ellie- Yours was another I really did like that the other's weren't so excieted about. Personally, I felt is was very creative how you took this challenge, making aquaman this sort of tropical beach bum chick, which really refelcted your presonal style, especially if superheros aren't your thing. Also, I felt your layout was cool and eyecatching, different from last week which works. But other's weren't feeling it, and we all don't think beach wear constitutes as street wear [but on the other hand, for your guy, it makes since...].

Alright, thank you girls! Please keep your critique in mind, and we'll see you all next time.



TOP

Would be TheBradlo
Tripmywire
and BBGal

Congradulations!!!

[Before I begin critique, I just want it to be known that a lot of the judge's scores varied-some would love it, some wouldn't. So any harsh-ness in the critique may reflect that, but remember it's all about personal oppinion...]

The Bradlo- Much improvement from last week! All the pieces fit the persona very well, or so I think [one judge didn't get the glasses for Iron[wo]man, and also felt it was a little too dressy for street wear.] If I'm remembering correctly, Ironman was something of an LA playboy millionaire [right?], and in a way this glossy, gossip-girl type outfit suits that, as well as stayin on cue with the harshness Ironman implies [The necklace.] Also loved how you created the dress, very cute. Layout-wise, the black border works from the theme this week, but be careful in future challenges...

Tripmywire-You totally nailed turning John Constantine into some sort of butt-kicking fashionista. The shirt, the JEWLERY!, the punk rock vibe of the jacket. Absolutely brilliant. On the other hand, as crazy cool this outfit was, for the character we would've liked to see something a little...grungier? Something a little more suitable for demon hunting, at least. Those heels would seem like something of a nussaince in the middle of an exorcism, don't you think? As for layout, we like the square layout, but it's a little...off balance, perhaps? Try getting more of a center point, it may help the overall effect.

BBGal- Punisher! What a fun one to work with! It looked like you had fun with this challenge, and in the end that pays off. Your outfit translates very well from male to female- although normally an overabundance of skulls would not really...cut it, here it works excellently. I do think though that the layout was a bit lopsided, mostly due to the proportions of the trenchcoat in relation to the shirt, and the shirt not being directly in the center [but that last bit's mostly just a pet peeve.]. The purple lipstick also seemed like taking it one step to far, fashionability-wise, and after using a very similar color combo in your last set, we'd really like to see something else from you.

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One of you lovely ladies is tonights winner.
And who shall it be?
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BBGal-

You have not won, but good job, dear. We'll see you in Challenge 3.
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You have not won either...but great stuff, girl! Keep it up.
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Which means of course, TRIPMYWIRE, YOU HAVE WON THIS CHALLENGE.
Feel proud. =D You have also won immunity for next week, and can not be cut.

Alright, now for the bottom...

There are 4 of your, only because there we two who were tied.

So.
Soraya
Heyhey
Nik
and Manda

You represent the lowest scores.

Bottom

Soraya- Like so many before, you were on the right track, drawing inspiration from the right places, but just played it really sort of safe [Lots of white tanks this week, I've noticed...]. For Wolverine, it's so very cool, has kind of that sport-tough girl attitude that's great. The biggest issue with this set is how it's presented- all the items are getting lost, and it's all getting squished into the background of that little rectangle. I understand this is sort of your signature, but there are ways to do a rectangular set and have it be balanced and have all the items be visable. Keep practicing!

Heyhey- This really did not exciet us at all. Overall, it's much nicer than last week-better color pallatte, better presentation, better unity, but we just really don't see your character- except for the top, which really was perfect. It was just a lot of basics for a man with wings, something many people wear at school.

Nik- Look, so I'm gonna be straightforward-did you even read last week's critique? It's once again in this tiny little layout style that is very very hard for us to judge-we just can't get a very good sense of what's going on. Overall, it's slightly more eyecatching than last time, mostly due to the color pallatte, but unforunately this red and yellow scheme [and also the shoes] is the only thing I see having to do with Flash. Don't you think she'll need a top under that jacket? I know you can work other layouts, too.

Manda- With all this playing it safe, I think your's was the safeest. For some crazy, agressive, bright green guy, I felt this set could've popped, been In-your-face somehow, you know? We understand your inspiration of his scientist pre-hulk part, but it seems rather rushed.

This was a difficult challenge for you all I'm sure, and I want to let all of you know how much I appriciate you guys actually getting through it. Thank you so much for simply participating, and putting up with all this...
But still, a cut has to be made....
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You guys were the tied scores.
And both of you have made it on the the next challenge.
Thank you both...


Manda, Nik...
One of you is out.
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You have been eliminated from Project Polyvore.
Which means, Madna, you have made it though by just 4 points. We'll see you in challenge three.

We regret to see you leave, Nik. If you'd like to judge, or otherwise help out, please keep in touch.


ALSO, Note to everyone.
PLEASE get your entries in on time. I realized after this mess I'm going to have to be a little stricter...Extensions if only absolutely needed, and no more wishy-washyness of trying to wait for replies from late people or not [which was part of the reason this went on so long. Please forgive my wishy-washy self. That person is dead. Hopefully.]. I understand real life is a nuisance [=D], but it really should not take more than a few hours to pop out a set.
Anyway, I've already thanked you enough.
So goodnight, and until next time!