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Steven: Hardly Famous, And Kind of Poor
December 12, 2007
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How are people responding to the show that you’ve seen? Is it the gayest show ever?
I think Queer Eye has us beat …but everyone’s - how they’ve been responding to me on the show. I’ve gotten lots of love, so. It’s been great that way. In fact, I was doing something so pedestrian as waiting for the bus at Michigan Ave. yesterday. And there were no buses coming, so I just kept walking north. And at every stop I wound up at, there was someone from, you know, teenagers, up to their mid-forties, saying weird things like "we're rooting for you, we love you on the show." I don't know what to say other than, you know, "Watch What Happens!"
Chicago needs more celebrity. What do you hope the exposure helps you to do?
You know, it's kind of funny. I'm here and I'm trying to drum up new business and so forth. But I think people forget tha tyou're not a TV star, that you're actually a designer. And when you point that out, they say, "yeah, I hadn't thought of that..." ANd they also assume that now that I've been on the television, my prices have sky rocketed, which is...actually a little ridiculous when I think about it. They haven't. It's bizarre. And while I love the attetnio, because I have my moments (we all do) when I'm an enormous attention whore. And I start to think. "You know, it would be fun to have my own show..." I get these hucksters writing into blogs saying things like, "that kids hilarious, get him his own show," and I think, "that's a brilliant idea!" And then, "I hope someone at Bravo reads that..."
What did you think when the models came out on the runway?
I was too bowled over by the wedding dress itself, taking in the dress, that I couldn’t see the person. That’s one thing I try to avoid in my clothing and what I design is I try to avoid dresses that overpower the individual so that you can’t see their faces.
What do you think about designing for the “Everyday Woman?”
You know, actually… that’s the majority of my work. In fact, the very first project I had when I got back was designing a wedding dress for a local woman who I think was possibly a size 20, if I’m not mistaken. And so it was kind of funny to go and design for her and make her so happy with what I had designed, and totally get panned for something I had done three weeks before. It was kind of ironic. Designing for the “regular market,” that’s something I do on a regular basis. In fact, that’s pretty much all I do.
Jack goes home. What happened in that room for you guys? What was going on?
It was just incredibly difficult because, being Jack’s roommate, I got know him more than, say, Christian or anyone else, and so I knew how much he wanted to be there, and I knew how much he had given up in terms of a job, and financial security to be on the show. And then, to have to lose that, just because of some fluke thing, it just seemed horribly unfair.
What was the lag between when Jack left and Chris came back?
I don’t even know. It was maybe five or ten minutes after that. I was like, “whoa!” It was like a roller coaster. Jack’s gone, oh how awful, and then Chris is back!"
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Comments
Manny wrote:
My God! Did I suffer when Steven didn't make it to the next round! He is just adorable... I guess that I had a crush on him... just ask my boyfriend! lol
But well, good things will come his way. And thanks for being open and honest about who you are, you are definetly an example to many gay youth.
posted on December 13, 2007 at 4:38 AM
Barbara wrote:
Steven, you were my absolute favorite, and I think it would be a GREAT IDEA for Bravo (or some station) to produce a Steven Show! Your wit, intelligence, and compassion are characteristics that need promotion in today's world.
You're a good man and I wish you the best in life.
posted on December 13, 2007 at 5:30 AM
J.Selleck wrote:
"the very first project I had when I got back was designing a wedding dress for a local woman who I think was possibly a size 20, if I’m not mistaken. And so it was kind of funny to go and design for her and make her so happy with what I had designed"
WHOO-HOO! that's me! and he's right, i absolutely LOVED my wedding dress. it was perfect. :D
posted on December 13, 2007 at 5:30 PM
Suzy wrote:
Steve, I'm so sad that those wretched disasters they call judges decided your time was up on the show. What kind of fantastic things could be done with yards of wedding-dress sequence??
posted on December 13, 2007 at 7:10 PM
jiyin wrote:
Oh Steven! How we'll miss you! I cried a little, watching this last episode.
posted on December 13, 2007 at 7:23 PM
Brent wrote:
Steven: I'm a former soldier living in KY, and get up to Chicago a LOT. You are so cute -- some stud should scoop you up and take you home. I love your look, your eyes, your smile, and your wit. BRAVO.
-Brent
posted on December 14, 2007 at 3:47 AM
Erin wrote:
Steven,
I love your designs! I was so upset when you had to go, I don't think you deserved to go, I literally gasped when they said your name. Everything will work out for you, good luck and Happy Holidays...
posted on December 14, 2007 at 7:39 AM
Kayla wrote:
Steven, you are amazing. I love every word that comes out of your mouth; it's crazy. Thanks for being awesome.
posted on December 15, 2007 at 10:01 AM
Jimmy wrote:
Steven was hot, plain and simple. I never tired of looking at his beautiful face. He had the most gentle, yet intriguing, expressions. I was sad when he was sent hom.
posted on December 15, 2007 at 2:49 PM
mike wrote:
Steven was such a joy to watch on Project Runway.It was sad to see him go,he seem to have this glow about him,that always seem to project sunshine no matter where he was.Steven,i only wish you the best in whatever or whomever you do.(ha!ha!).Hey, would love to hear from you Steven,remember,live the life you love and love the life you live.
posted on December 15, 2007 at 7:24 PM
Phillip wrote:
hey steve really proud of you. u showed america how classy chicago gay men can be. u ever thought about hooking up with Dale (from top chief)?
posted on December 16, 2007 at 11:28 AM
debrarae wrote:
Steven, you are a fantastic designer. Yes you didn't do that well on the 'challange'. But to me, that doesn't mean that you don't have talent.
You (like Carmen)have AMAZING talent. The suit that you designed in one of the challanges was something that I could have worn, and like your 'model' I am not (by any means) a size 2.
But considering my body type, I could have worked that suit.
I have no doubts Steven, that you will succeed beyond your wildest dreams. Just hang in there, and know we're all rooting for you.
As for you being Gay, Straight or whatever; Who cares? As long as you are a great designer ...
NO ONE!
Other than the 'last challange' your work speaks for itself.
posted on December 16, 2007 at 2:38 PM
Jill wrote:
Steven, I live in Chicago -- seriously can we be friends? You're freaking hilarious and I wished you'd been on longer.
posted on December 18, 2007 at 12:14 AM
debrarae wrote:
Steven You are a very talented designer. Inspite of being aufed, I know you will continue to excel as a designer.
As for the designers who ran to help you, I was also touched by that. I know alot of people in this world who would not have done what they did.
They would have said "This is a competition, so let the man sink."
It's refreshing to see people who aren't like that.
I have so much respect for the designers this season. They have alot of class. And they have intregrity to spare.
We can all learn from the example that both you, and the other designers give.
posted on December 18, 2007 at 11:40 AM
JS wrote:
Steven added a little sophistication to the show. He's a hunk but he pretends (I believe) not to know which is refreshing. I thought his designs were wonderful but the last design was a little off but sophisiticated which is always Steven. Yes, sophisticated but a little off - in a good way...LOL...just teasing Steven. Love you!!!I love Steven and wish him the very best.
posted on December 19, 2007 at 6:52 AM
Martin E. Margolis wrote:
Steven, You are the greatest. Your wit, personality and taste will take you far.
By the way, if you are interested in a great guy, hit me up!
posted on December 19, 2007 at 7:53 PM
David wrote:
Hi there Steven,
You should not have been auf'ed. They gave you a Wedding Dress or cripe sake! Lets see M.Kors make something outta that.. Bitches.
i'll miss you on the show. I agree with the other posters... you're adorable! And if you still can't find anyone to date... well, come to San Diego, I'll take care of that.
Wish you the best.
posted on December 20, 2007 at 3:39 AM
Elizabeth wrote:
Oh Steven I'm so sorry for you...you really did have a very tough "fabric" to work with. Undoubtedly, though with your personality and great skills, you'll go far in the fashion industry! :)
posted on January 9, 2008 at 12:57 AM
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