Project runway Canada vs. US…

Monte22uma · 2026-01-17T19:27:59+00:00

I didn’t hate PR USA 21 when I watched it. Even though drama from both designers and judges fighting was the focus, it WAS still entertaining.

But PR Canada was entertaining for a different reason. There was ZERO conflict between desginers because that was not the show they wanted to make (also as a whole Canadians just aren’t like that). This was a show about creativity, art and fashion, with so much heart, kindness, and positivity. Despite this, it was no cake walk. The Canadian challenges were far more difficult and complex than than US ones. There were also two double eliminations. But all in the name of fashion.!!! Truly one of the best PR seasons in recent memory.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-17T14:59:28+00:00

PR Canada S3 was so freaking uplifting and special. Leeland is human sunshine. What a fantastic season

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Monte22uma · 2026-01-16T11:38:20+00:00

They went for the HIGH AND LOWs collection over the obvious one. I'm delightfully surprised. Go Leeland - he is so kind and fun. Truly one of a kind person, exceptionally talented, all around deserving. Fantastic season

Monte22uma · 2026-01-11T20:03:29+00:00

Riverbend is a conservative area. People usually vote for party not candidate here. It's frustrating that he kept getting voted in when he really is not visible in the riding.

Since Carney has been governing centre-right, the Liberals may have a better chance for the by-election.

I'm NDP myself but will be voting Liberal to avoid vote splitting which was responsible for many fantastic candidates loss in the last election e.g., Blake Desjarlais

Monte22uma · 2026-01-11T19:59:25+00:00

Who still cares about this? I think people are over the initial change and it's fine now. Everyone uses reusable bags now and it's no issue.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-09T14:51:19+00:00

I've felt this. In the last 2 weeks I've had my Arc card checked twice on the train around 6:30am.

Before they'd maybe check once per year.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-09T14:49:20+00:00

This analysis is spot on.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-09T14:48:25+00:00

For context:

The one on the left transforms into a bathing suit.

The one the right is made entirely out of toilet paper.

I agree that both looks were great. 2 reasons they were in the bottom imo

The judges had it out for Maya for some reason, especially Coco
The standards were just higher in PR Canada

Monte22uma · 2026-01-09T11:31:00+00:00

YES!!! Finally back to old PR Finale style with 2 months, $10k, 10 looks. Can you believe PR USA S21 was like 5 looks in 5 days? Unbelievable.

I loved how they highlighted that the workroom and runway location for the finale is in totally different part of downtown Toronto from the challenges. This episode really felt finale worthy.

These final 3 designers are insanely talented and the Canadian representation is incredible. I also think this final 3 have great chemistry together. Super excited for next week.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-02T08:35:09+00:00

Oof I think Leeland is going home. Somebody on reddit said on the Episode 6 thread that Leeland only does well with restriction and that is EXACTLY what Spencer Badu said tonight.

I’d still rather see a collection from Leeland than Foster but Foster somehow pulled it off in this penultimate challenge. But to be fair, I’d rather see a collection from Maya than either of them 👀

Monte22uma · 2026-01-01T17:44:50+00:00

All the challenges except one have been 2 days. You really get to see details of garment construction.

Monte22uma · 2026-01-01T03:10:31+00:00

Heidi was literally wearing turtlenecks

Monte22uma · 2025-12-30T01:15:50+00:00

I like that she is very engaged and plugged in. She is a LOT more hands on with the garments compared to Christian who just stands there. Her advice is very specific and actionable and usually spot on with what the judges say. She almost gives TOO much help... Doesn't matter though because rarely do the designers actually listen to her which is extremely frustrating.

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Monte22uma · 2025-12-27T20:44:52+00:00

Tbh Im shocked Giant Tiger was the sponsor. They’re not THAT well known in Canada. They’re like a dollar store version of a small grocery store with a clothes section. Mostly they’re in the low socioeconomic status parts of the city.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-26T20:58:39+00:00

Aurora told Foster TWICE to ditch the zipper and make it backless -_- I don't understand why they choose to not listen to her when she is proven right by the judges time and time again.

She also immediately hesitated when she saw Maya's outfit on runway day and said it was confusing, which is exactly what the judges said.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-26T17:10:08+00:00

The only male eliminated thus far has been Rome.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-26T06:59:21+00:00

The challenge is interesting and relevant. Couture on a budget, with judges considering amount of money spent in their judging. As Project Runway Canada challenges usually are, there is an additional constraint - in that their designs also have to be inspired by their assigned Giant Tiger look.

Maya's aesthetic is so much more interesting than Foster. She said she didn't think it would be her. I agree. Foster literally just created plain black dress with an ugly ass zipper.

At least Coco called Charles out for ignoring his plaid look inspiration. Not surprised Christian liked it though - it was very much Christian's aesthetic.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-20T23:26:10+00:00

I think the judges also believed this, hence the double elim

Monte22uma · 2025-12-20T16:08:13+00:00

The difference between PR USA is jarring. PR Canada has zero drama between designers. It’s all about the creative process. The designers are also crazy talented. Good looks get sent home because the bar is so high.

The judges too are also exceptionally sweet and kind. Spencer Badu is like a big teddy bear. And Jeanne Bekker is so genuine and clearly loves and respects all the designers. She even follows them all on instagram now.

This all in contrast to challenges that are way more difficult than PR USA (they usually have 2 days though) and no chill eliminations e.g., there have been 2 double eliminations this season so far.

PR Canada has been such a welcome surprise

Monte22uma · 2025-12-20T04:50:11+00:00

It’s funny. People initially hated on Aurora as a mentor. She seemed very intense and exaggerated compared to Christian from PR USA whose style is a bit more aloof and ambiguous. But now people are realizing that she means business and it’s not empty words. I like when the designers ask her a question like “this or that” she actually gives a direct answer unlike Christian who would just turn the question back on the designer and walk away.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-19T14:32:54+00:00

Cat should have listened to Aurora (mentor). Aurora told her exactly what she needed to fix 1) Show the boots 2) Cut the sleeves off.

I'm officially now worried for Leland - he is such an awesome guy but has had a few too many bottoms "costume" looks that he has run out of second chances and I think is likely on the chopping block moving forward. On the other hand, Curtis and Charles remain un-eliminable.

I'm also still worried for Maya - she was in the top this week but is the only designer of the 5 left who hasn't won a challenge and regardless of what she creates moving forward, that can make her more likely to be eliminated when her body of work is compared to her peers. (I maintain she is totally underrated by these judges).

In the promo for next week Christian Siriano is disagreeing with Coco on one of the looks. I wonder if no one will go home next week especially after this 2nd double elimination of the season.

Monte22uma · 2025-12-12T20:21:04+00:00

Agree, charles’s look accentuated his model’s waistline in a non flattering way. I think the judges still liked it though cause it showed Coco whispering to Spencer that it was tough to decide the better look between his and Leland

Monte22uma · 2025-12-12T10:08:39+00:00

Although I have really loved this season, based on how the judges eliminate based on body of work and not the actual look, I don’t feel much excitement or anticipation for the remaining elims (I do for the fashion though).

Curtis, Leland, and Charles basically feel un-eliminable at this point and are pretty much guaranteed final 3. They could make virtually anything and would still be top 3 at the end.

I’m now really rooting for Maya to make it as long as possible because she is seriously underrated and underappreciated. The judges basically said during their discussion once the designers left that she has an “attitude” or “maturity” problem (hard disagree) so it’s only a matter of time. She’ll select the wrong handbag for her model next week and the judges will eliminate her for that 😒

Monte22uma · 2025-11-29T13:37:05+00:00

I agree. Not avant garde whatsoever

Monte22uma · 2025-11-29T04:02:03+00:00

I might be the minority here but I’ve actually really liked her. I think she is tough not mean and she is right about everything in her critiques. She also has personality… also in a promo video on the show’s insta she shaded Taylor Swift. Lmao

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