By: Jenn Ortiz, guest blogger

Whooo, it’s about time Mitchell was out. I missed last week because I was preparing for NYC and didn’t have internet, but I’m back. 13 women challenge… hmmm this looks like it could be a problem. This sort of challenge ALWAYS is a nightmare for the designers, but models?! It’ll either be much easier or much harder. What I really want to see here is the Models of the Runway reaction to this. I mean, these girls have to wear this stuff out. Let’s dig in, shall we?

Athea – Tim’s loving her. She’s having problem bringing it together. Chic for a model and good tailoring. It’s the fashion suit! Winner.

Shirin – Love that she doesn’t let herself be led too much. Very chic. A bit too safe.

Johnny – Messy and not stand-out. I feel like I could find it anywhere. Bridesmaid, Heidi?! No, I would not want to wear that as a bridesmaid.

Nick – 5 seconds in and he’s already annoying. Very nice fit so far. His dress is lovely but not a winner.

Louise – Ummm, I can’t even remember her design. She’ll get through.

Gordana – Gorgeous detailing. Great work. This girl can sew!

Chris – Chic and nice bright color.. she stands out. He’ll be safe. Not enough to win, though.

Qrystyl – This girl is not my fav. I think you know that, but it just seems to me that she can’t cut it. No pun intended. Heidi’s comment on aging her 10-15 years being like dog years in the model world is hilarious. Qrystyl has no taste. She can’t pick fabrics. Not creative enough. She needs to go. They said the word cheap… She’s gone!

Epperson – Model knows a bit too much about what she wants. Hmm… Damn Epps, that’s nice. Hoping he stops and doesn’t overdo it. Very nice result. Sexy. Heidi’s looking at that model like she’s a bit nuts.

Logan – Judges thinks he’s cute and likes his pants and his sneakers. They don’t love the dress. Tough to be in that position.

Ra’mon – Nice dress. Great color. Not earth shattering.

Carol – If only she didn’t do that thing on the top. The judges like it, but I’m not a huge fan.

Irina – Very ladylike. Safe.

Now on to my ramblings on the models:

• Tanisha can seriously walk and she’s very happy with her dress.
• Ugh, could Kojii be any sweeter? She’s stressing about Logan and taking the blame for the promish design. I want to hug her. Emarie felt bad for her designer, too. Valerie looks like she might jump off the runway and strangle the judges. It’s funny to see Heidi playing mother hen and giving advice to the modelettes.
• So to wear the dress or not to wear the dresses? Kojii won’t wear hers. Emarie is wearing it out of loyalty. Valerie didn’t wear her dress.
• What is the deal with this dream-team thing… clique much?
• Ew Christian Audigier/Ed Hardy. I guess you do what you gotta do.
• Oh, now I see Louise’s dress. Nice detail.
• Whoa, Heidi has a tattoo? Is that what I see on her arm?

Aaannd…Valerie is gone again; sucks to be paired with losing designers.

Apparently next week, models will cry. Shocking. See you next week!

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Jenn Ortiz is a graduate of the University of Florida with degrees in History and Latin American Studies with hopes to pursue a PhD in Child Development. She believes there is beauty in everything around us; from the inside out, outside in. She currently runs {Bits of Beauty} a place you just feel good about and guest blogs for Design Tavern and Wishpot.