I promised a few other giveaways and here is the next one! I have here a brand new copy of Project Runway Season 4 winner (and future star of his very own Bravo reality show) Christian Siriano’s book, Fierce Style. Like its writer and subject, the book is a sassy little thing, part autobiography and part guide to “being your most fabulous self” with a ton of tips on developing your own personal style and of course, the classic “how to dress for your shape. ” The book includes a ton of photos and some tips from his celebrity …read more

Oh look, since Bravo took away the blogging keys from Real Housewives of Orange County’s Slade Smiley, he needed to find another outlet to respond to everyone on earth calling him a shitty father for amassing an $80,000 child support bill. Here’s one solution: take the terrified kid out shopping in LA on a street no doubt littered with paparazzi. It’s not like there are any malls in all of Orange County where Christmas shopping can be done.
Yeah, you know, nice of Gretchen and Slade to find it in their hearts to take Grayson out for a photo op, …read more

I realized today I totally missed my one year anniversary of blogging on this site! It was two days ago last year that I started here (with this post about Patti Stanger) and it’s been awesome! A year later, I know more about these fools than anyone ever should, but at least I’m fun at parties where people always delight in grilling me about the housewives.
Thanks to all of you for reading and sticking with me! Not to sound like an airline, but with the huge amount of television related blogs out there, I am honored that you come back …read more

When I saw the promo photos for tonight’s episode, I actually squealed. Nigella Lawson, one of my favorite women will be joining the gang in Las Vegas as a guest judge. If you don’t know Nigella, she is a saucy, curvy, wonderful British food writer who’s had a few shows on the Style Network and written a few books including How to Be a Domestic Goddessand my personal favorite, How to Eat. She loves food and is a really great choice to be on the show, I’m just surprised it’s taken them this long to invite her!
In this photo, it …read more

I just got the press release from Bravo: our old pals Bethenny Frankel, Project Runway’s Christian Siriano and Top Chef’s Fabio Viviani are all getting their very own shows. So, all the rumor mongering this summer about Bethenny’s solo-project were legit!
Variety reports that the title for Fabio’s show is the predictably cheesy “Fabio: A Catered Affair.” Fabio and Christian’s projects were produced by Magical Elves, the production company behind Project Runway and Top Chef, so you know it’s going to be excellent. Shed Media, the production company behind Bethenny’s show, is also responsible for Real Housewives of New York City …read more

I’m not feeling this season of Project Runway at all (no Kors or Garcia at the runway makes for bad tv) but let’s remember the glory days when Heidi and her gang of designers were on Bravo by picking up Season 4 winner’s Christian Siriano’s book Fierce Style: How to Be Your Most Fabulous Self.
I’ll have a review of the book up very soon, but knowing what huge fans all of you are, I thought I’d pass along info on his upcoming book tour:
BORDERS
Wednesday, October 7 – 7:00pm
Book signing
10 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019

BORDERS
Saturday, October 10 – 2:00pm
Book signing co-sponsored …read more

On last night’s Real Housewives of Atlanta, we learned Sheree is even more narcisstic than could possibly be imagined, Kandi is multi-talented, Lisa continues to prove her utter uselessness, and Nene is a grade-A shit stirrer. While at the grand finale of Sheree’s independence party, Kim finally broke it to her that she wasn’t going include her in “Tardy For The Party.”  Nene said it was totes okay, but that she didn’t think the song would sell without her “personality” behind it. Kandi got involved in the conversation, and didn’t care either way. There was a bunch of incoherent yelling …read more

It’s Friday, so that means it’s time to meet another fascinating BravoFran reader. Today, we meet CJ, a 15 year old with an excellent palate.

1. Tell us a little bit about yourself! What do you do, where do you live, what your hobbies are, etc.
My name is CJ, I’m 15 and I live in Rochester, New York. I am an amateur graphics designer and some of my hobbies include; Hanging out with friends, Playing around in Photoshop or Illustrator and playing Basketball.

2. What is your favorite all time Bravo show, airing or not airing?
My favorite Bravo show of all …read more

A few weeks ago, I told you that Lisa Wu Hartwell had moved into another house owned by her husband Ed Hartwell after her McMansion got sold in a short sale or foreclosure (depending on who you ask!). It looks like that house is still listed for sale by Lisa and Ed’s real estate company. [Celebrity Digs HQ]
Chef Michael Chiarello, second runner up of Top Chef Masters, donated $28,000 to his charity, the Clinic Ole Foundation in Napa, California. It’s Napa’s largest health-provider for low-income and uninsured patients. [North Bay Business Journal]
Nene Leakes was already accused of cheating on her …read more

I have to admit, I am so ready for Rachel Zoe Project to come back next Monday. I was extremely dubious last year when the show came on, but it’s entertaining and I find Rachel’s enthusiasm for fashion to be charming. What I got from it was that she was someone who was truly passionate about what she did, and that is fun to watch. The added drama of her assistants Brad and Taylor didn’t hurt.
The added scrutiny of a reality show hasn’t been easy on her, especially considering that she’s probably used to being behind the scenes. This is …read more