Kim & Adejoké Exclusive Interviews

The PRC adventure came to a sudden end for both Kim and Adejoké on episode 9, when the 4 remaining Designers (Sunny, Jessica, Kim and Adejoké) were paired off in teams to compete in an outdoor challenge. They had to make two outfits, one avant-garde, and one a ready-to-wear, out of camping materials.

But there was an unexpected twist coming, a third pair was going to compete against them, and that is when Jason and Genevieve were brought back for a second chance at winning the competition - No Comment!

As if it wasn't pushy enough, the judges declared 2 winning teams instead of one - hidden agenda anyone? - Genevieve and Jason won the challenge along with Jessica and Sunny, therefore, as part of this tasteless twist, Kim and Adejoké ended going home for good.

Although Adejoké's piece was really strong, the panel along with guest judge Rachel Roy, felt that their 2 garments of the team were not cohesive enough, which cost them the competition.

So much for granting a second chance to previously eliminated Designers.

I wish I had submitted my questions to our ladies prior to episode 9 airing on TV, so I could have asked what they thought of this "2nd chance deal" but that will be for another time, for now let's catch up with Kim and Adejoké, shall we?

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Kim Cathers

Miss SLY!: What have you learnt about the industry and yourself from your PRC-2 Experience, and how is that going to affect your Career and Vision going forward?

Kim Cathers: I have learned alot about myself while on the show, I have learned to listen to myself and know what is good for me. I am sure that learning to listen to yourself above all else and trust yourself are two things that will carry you far in life. I have no doubts that I will be satisfied in my life and happy with my accomplishments.

M.S!: As a Designer, how do you intend to keep Canadian Fashion competitive, relevant and make it a MUST Have in the international market?

K.C: I don’t feel responsible at all to make Canadian fashion anything other than what it is... I only feel responsible for myself as a designer and an artist and as an artist in Canada, if that influences “Canadian fashion” then great.....and just for the sake of conversation... nothing is a “MUST Have” except food shelter and protection from the elements.. and that is not fashion at all is it? well at least not yet *wink*

M.S!: When it comes to signature style, how would you incorporate yours in the upcoming Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 seasons and what will set your designs apart on the runway?

K.C: My style has alot of layers, hoods, odd proportions, and the pairing of unusual fabrics. i feel that my designs set them self apart naturally and it’s not something i spend time thinking about

M.S!: Now that PRC-2 is over, what's next for you and what projects are you working on that you can share with us?

K.C: I will be releasing my new line at kimcathers.com <http://kimcathers.com/> around the end of April and it will be for sale to purchase through the website as well. I plan to continue in the fashion world in a way that works for me, it’s an ever growing learning process and I am excited for what the future will hold.

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Adejoké Taiwo

Miss SLY!: What have you learnt about the industry and yourself from your PRC-2 Experience, and how is that going to affect your Career and Vision going forward?

Adejoké Taiwo: I'd have to say I've learnt more about myself during the project runway experience than the industry....I already knew the industry was lethal!! I am definitely more confident as a new designer and I now know what personalities to steer clear of!

M.S!: As a Designer, how do you intend to keep Canadian Fashion competitive, relevant and make it a MUST Have in the international market?

A.T: As a designer I hope to keep Canadian fashion competitive and relevant by pushing the boundaries. My design esthetic tends to be a bit too wild for the Canadian market, but i am learning how to find the right balance between my esthetic and what Canada would like to see while not blending in.

Creativity should never be stifled, it should be accepted and assimilated.

People complain how Canadian fashion is boring, but they are unwilling to accept anything different? In my eyes, in order for Canadian fashion to remain competitive, relevant, and international Canadians must nurture and recognize and accept the talent they have right in their own country.

M.S!: When it comes to signature style, how would you incorporate yours in the upcoming Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 seasons and what will set your designs apart on the runway?

A.T: I'd say my signature style is pretty clear. I tend to use a lot of materials with patterns and texture, primarily from West Africa.

Not many designers are doing this in Canada so my clothes are pretty recognizable. Other than materials used I find my designs are somewhat quirky but elegant, I love plenty of seams and using geometry in garments to create elegant drama. I feel these things would set by designs apart on the fall '09 and spring '10 runways.

M.S!: Now that PRC-2 is over, what's next for you and what projects are you working on that you can share with us?

A.T: Currently I work on my own clothing line based in Calgary called alala. I am relaunching my website where you will be able to purchase items. I am also looking into moving to New York or London in a few months just to gain more experience within a larger fashion house. Who knows, the sky is the limit!

I wish all the best to our Designers, for all theirs plans Post Project Runway.

It would be really nice for them to become true household names.

Until then, Tatataaaaaaaaaaa!