Qristyl Frazier

OUT 09/10/2009

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Qristyl Frazier Video Blog: Episode 4

Designer Qristyl Frazier gives her take on "Project Runway" Season 6 Episode 4 and creating an eye-catching look for an industry event. Episode air date: 09/10/09.
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The designers must create an eye-catching look for an industry event. Guest Judges: Jennifer Rade and Marc Bouwer Aired September 10 at 10 pm et/pt
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  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: QRISTYL'S TAKE

    1 of 42 questions
    What was the first garment you made?
    A black-and-white printed cheerleader-style miniskirt at age 15.

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    What’s your music of choice when designing?
    Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Gerald LeVert, R. Kelly, Usher, O’Jays, Robin Thicke and Keith Sweat.

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    3 of 42 questions
    When did you realize you had designer potential?
    When I started sewing at 15. I enjoyed it and wanted to create styles for myself.

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    Who’s your favorite past “Project Runway” designer?
    Love the enthusiasm of all the designers going for it, so no favorites.

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    Can you describe past jobs you’ve had?
    Mostly self-employed. Designed for Queen Latifah, Angie Stone and Wendy Williams.

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    What is a fashion must?
    Fit – if you wear your proper size, you will look great no matter the size.

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    What is your design training?
    A B.F.A. in fashion design.

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    What are your strengths as a designer?
    Draping is my strength. I create designs as I drape them on a mannequin.

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    What are your weaknesses as a designer?
    Sketching/drawing is my weakness.

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    What’s influenced your designs over the years?
    Vintage and couture fashions, and designers like Balenciaga, who devoted himself to technical perfection.

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    11 of 42 questions
    What’s your favorite material or fabric to work with?
    Italian knits, silks (crinkle chiffon), charmeuse, suede, leather, cashmere knits and any stretch fabrics.

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    12 of 42 questions
    What’s the item you’re most proud of designing?
    Stepping out of the box and designing for plus-size women, women sizes 12 to 24.

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    13 of 42 questions
    Do you prefer sketching or draping?
    Draping.

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    Do you prefer patterns or solids?
    Patterns.

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    What are your favorite colors?
    Bold, lively and vibrant colors: lemon drop, kelly green and electrified blues.

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    What’s your biggest fear as a designer?
    Never making it to “Project Runway” and my mom never seeing me design on TV.

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    What fashion faux pas drives you crazy?
    Seeing anyone, young or old, male or female, wearing boots, tall or short, in the summer.

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    What’s the ugliest thing you’ve ever worn?
    My high school clothes. That why I started making my own as a sophomore.

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    19 of 42 questions
    Who is your favorite style icon?
    Halle Berry, Whitney Houston and Gwyneth Paltrow.

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    20 of 42 questions
    How would you dress first lady Michelle Obama?
    I would love to design a cocktail dress for her.

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    21 of 42 questions
    What celebrity would you like to design for?
    Oprah Winfrey, Halle Berry, Jennifer Hudson, Niecy Nash, Madonna and Will Smith.

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    Who’s your favorite supermodel muse?
    Iman is my favorite.

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    23 of 42 questions
    If you had to name your label, you’d call it …
    Qristyl Frazier.

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    If you weren’t designing, you’d be …
    Designing animations or acting.

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    How would you describe your family?
    We’re close, but live in separate cities and states.

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    How were you described as a kid?
    Outgoing, hard on myself, a big personality/flirt, stubborn, energetic, sometimes whiny, and caring.

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    How are you described now?
    Vibrant, enthusiastic, dynamic, intellectual, demanding, optimistic, strong and a part-time enigma.

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    What is your sign?
    Capricorn.

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    Why are you (or aren’t you) easy to live with?
    I’m considerate, tidy, personable, nurturing and respectful, and you can tell me anything in private.

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    30 of 42 questions
    What’s your favorite hangout back home?
    Park Slope and Central Park. I like to walk, admiring how neighborhoods have changed in New York and Missouri.

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    What are your hobbies besides designing?
    Walking, jogging or biking.

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    What are your favorite movies and TV shows?
    Love black-and-white movies, plus Mommie Dearest and Whatever Happened to Baby Jane. Anything on Lifetime.

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    33 of 42 questions
    What are your favorite books and authors?
    Maya Angelou, Walter Mosley, Terry McMillan, Joel Osteen, J.D. Salinger and Lyah Beth LeFlore.

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    What are your favorite websites?
    Style.com and WWD.com.

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    Do you prefer fast food or gourmet?
    Fast food.

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    Do you prefer cooking or getting takeout?
    Takeout.

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    What’s your favorite food?
    Indian food.

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    Do you prefer beer or wine?
    Wine – I love pinot noir.

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    What’s your guiltiest pleasure?
    I sometimes like to sleep late.

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    What past “Project Runway” challenge would you want to do?
    Making clothes out of flowers and plants (greenery).

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    What past “Project Runway” challenge wouldn’t you want to do?
    Making garments out of industrial car parts.

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    42 of 42 questions
    Why are you going to win?
    Being a well-known fashion designer is all I’ve ever wanted. I plan on making every challenge work!

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