Seeing that we already knew that the winner would be chosen based on how many photos they ended up in, it should come as no surprise that once again, Salome was declared this week's photo shoot winner. At this point, even Cory can't contain his shock about Salome winning another challenge. "Wow, you're kicking butt when it comes to the photo shoots, huh?" For her win Salome takes Mountaha with her to a casting for Alice and Olivia. For the first time in all of her go-sees, Salome gets a positive response from the client, who says they'd consider booking Salome for their summer collection.
While Salome and Mountaha are at the go-see, it's makeover time for the rest of the models. Jonathan suggests that he go darker, which neither the hairstylist or I am excited for. Yet again, there's nothing to do for Sandhurst, save tidy up his handsome bald head. Jordan is pissed that the hairstylist wants to put extensions in, but comes around once she sees the final product--which is not before she pisses off the hair stylist. They make Mountaha an all over blond, which makes her look more Agyness Deyn, which both she and I love. Salome gets extensions, lengthening her hair to a longer graduated bob. Definitely the worst makeover of the bunch is Jonathan, who doesn't look nearly as hot with brown hair...he's lost his glow. We say: next episode, bring back the blonde!
It's runway time! This week, the judges have decided to throw in another twist: the models will be walking (and rolling) the runway on heelies. While the judges tell the models that they can choose whether or not to walk in the heelies, it's made pretty clear that choosing not to use them could land you in the bottom two. For the runway challenge the models are wearing blindingly neon street wear, with all kinds of crazy patterns and hats. It looks like the models rolled right out of the 80's on a big fat acid trip and it certainly seems like this has all the makings of a very fun runway.
Salome starts the show, looking good and manages to do a little heelie heel slide. Next is Branden who has definitely brought the swagger back this week, but with a little lighter edge. It really works for him on the runway this week. Jordan, who is usually so good on the runway, fails in a major way with the heelies. She looks lost during her runway walk and definitely struggles. Heelies may be the death of Jordan, and she seems to know it. Mountaha brings the wow factor with an over-the-top runway slide, which is perfect for the mood and theme of this runway. Sandhurst takes advantage of having immunity this week to have fun on the runway. He even does a little dance for the judges and rolls. It's the first time we've seen a ton of personality from Sandhurst and it's just what he needs to set himself apart. Jonathan totally rocks the heelies and short shorts, even rolling backwards down the runway. And boy does like fine in a pair of short shorts.
It's time for the judges critiques and compliments for each model.
Branden: The old Branden is back, but Perou is still bored.
Sandhurst: Did amazing on the runway for the first time you give us a strong expression, photo is great today.
Mountaha: The picture is fantastic, listened to Perou and took a straight on photo. She's not the prettiest girl, but it's a face you remember.
Jonathan: has started over-doing it and over-modeling.
Salome: Marlon has a problem with her body. The rest of the judges have a problem with the fact her face looks the same in every photo; worry she's a "one look wonder."
Jordan: Didn't enjoy her runway, brought none of her usual gracefulness to the catwalk. The judges are growing bored with her, though Catherine Malindrino believes she has something understated and beautiful which could land her on a Miu Miu catwalk.
After listening to the judges comments it is very clear that either Salome or Jordan will be sent home tonight, but who? On one hand, Jordan looks like a supermodel, on the other Salome has been the photographers favorite week after. Before we get to the bad news, let's get to the good. The top two models this week were Sandhurst and Mountaha. While the judges loved what Sandhurst brought to both his photo shoot and the runway, he couldn't top Mountaha's perfect rock look or free spirited runway performance. That means Mountaha has won immunity and is guaranteed a spot in the final four. In a twist of events that makes me wonder if it is backwards day, the bottom three models this week are: Salome, Jonathan, and Jordan, three of the strongest models all competition. It'll be a shock to see any of them go, but who will it be? Jordan, I'm sorry we cannot make you into a supermodel. Wowza, that is shocking. I was certain if any girl was going to make it in to the final three in what has clearly become a boys season, I was sure it would be Jordan. While Jordan won't be this season's supermodel, don't feel too bad for her. There is no way that Jordan isn't going to make a big splash in the fashion industry. Her look is current and now, she looks great in print and on the runway, and you will surely see her in a campaign or on the catwalk very soon.
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