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I thought that Kevin Christiana might know Gretta Monahan, so I asked what he thought of her joining Tim Gunn on "Guide to Style." Here is his response:

I am very excited to hear that Gretta Monahan will be co-hosting Tim Gunn's Guide to Style. I know her from the Rachael Ray Show and I have to say that she's such a sweetheart. She knows a lot about fashion and has an amazing personality. Tim's audience is going to love her. They complement each other very well. Kudos to who ever made this decision.

Congrats Gretta!

Christian Siriano recently appeared on MTV. Here, he sounds off on the styles featured on "The Hills."

Tim Gunn's Co-Host is Gretta Monahan

Bravo announced today that the "Fashion Accomplice" for Tim Gunn in Season Two of "Guide To Style" will be Gretta Monahan. Click here for the Press Release.

Learn more about Gretta (Gretchen) here on her website. She is certainly lovely and accomplished. We are eager to see what she will bring to the show. Thoughts?

By the way, last week we asked you for your ideas for a Tim Gunn's Guide to Style co-host. Click here for our poll results.

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This is actress Michelle Krusiec wearing a Rami Kashou design at the "What Happens in Vegas" premiere.

Click here for a great interview with Ricky Lizalde along with plenty of photos of his newest designs.

Today is the final day to vote in our "Tim Gunn's Co-Host?" poll.

Poll: A New Co-host for Tim Gunn?

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According to this interview in The Miami Herald, Veronica Webb will not be Tim Gunn's co-host in season two of "Guide to Style." No surprise there... Who will be the new co-host? Does Tim even need one?

Ricky Lizalde will be showing his designs during Escondido's Fashion Week.

Jack Mackenroth gets paired up with "Top Design" winner Matt Lorenz of all people to judge a design contest in Seattle in the latest version of Reality Worlds Collide.

According to WWD, Elle Magazine still hasn't hired a replacement for Nina Garcia. Here is the relevant paragraph:

ELLE RAISER: Though Elle and former fashion director Nina Garcia have not yet settled on the terms of their future working relationship (nor her relationship to "Project Runway," since Elle is contracted to the show through season five), the magazine elevated several staffers, including Garcia's old assistants, to fill the gap. First, Kate Lanphear, senior style and market editor who is said to be a possible successor for Garcia, has been promoted to style director. Joann Pailey, formerly senior fashion market editor, was promoted to market director. Also, Jade Frampton was elevated to a market editor and Malina Joseph has been named fashion bookings editor. A replacement for Garcia, who was fired from her position earlier this month, has not yet been appointed.

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First, we have a note from Dan Renzi - our favorite Miami-based blogger. Dan is helping out at the Miami Film Festival and wants you all to know that there is a drawing for two tickets to the Eleven Minutes on Friday. The winner also receives 2 VIP tickets to the after party, including the fashion show and a chance to meet Jay McCarroll backstage.

To enter, email elevenminutestickets@gmail.com. The winner will be announced on Friday.

On to the news...

Yes, that WAS Jack Mackenroth playing the part of a corpse last night on Law and Order. Congratulations, Jack.

After watching the opening minutes of the show I switched over to the "Real Housewives of NYC Reunion" and I have to admit - I loved it. I have enjoyed the entire season - except that it was far too short. Those women are FABULOUS!!!

Tim Gunn will be at the Macy's Store in the Colonie Center in Albany on Saturday the 26th. Click here for a new interview. Here is a highlight:

Q: Can you tell me about the move "Project Runway" is making from Bravo to Lifetime?

A: I'm very loyal to Bravo and my own show ("Tim Gunn's Guide to Style") is coming back for a second season on Bravo, so I feel a bit like a polygamist. The viewership of Lifetime is well over double that of Bravo. I have such huge regard for the show and am so thrilled to be part of it, I'm delighted to bring it to an audience that's bigger. Am I sad to leave Bravo with "Runway"? Yes, I would be dishonest if I didn't say that. But am I excited about Lifetime? Yes, I am.

Attention Toronto: Tim Gunn will also speaking at The ELLE Show on Sunday, April 27th. Click here for more information.

Meanwhile, Christian Siriano will be at Notre Dame tonight.

This Variety article about magazine editors becoming celebrities, contains these quotes from Nina Garcia:

Says Garcia of her "Runway" stint: "It has all benefitted the magazine and myself. I don't consider myself a television personality. It's something I never anticipated doing."

Garcia reports she is in discussions with Bravo and the Weinstein Co. about developing future shows. "I don't want to do another makeover show," she says. "New projects come to me every day."

More about the crossover between the Fashion Industry and Reality TV here. It is interesting to note that Desiree Gruber and Jane Cha are producing the new Elle-magazine centered reality show, "Perfect Fit" for the CW. This may be worth a look...Of course, with Anne Slowey as a judge... Maybe not.

Tuesday News

All of the designs from the Hershey's challenge are now available for auction at SeenOn.com, with the net proceeds benfitting the Young Survivor Coalition. Rami's winning dress from this challenge was on my Top 5 list. Get your bids in now!

Speaking of the Top 5, there is a new schedule for the rollout of our poll results. We will count them down one by one beginning this Saturday, March 1 and reveal the winner on Wednesday, March 5 - the same day that the Season 4 winner is announced. That means the voting window has been extended. Get your picks in now before it's too late!

How would you like Tim Gunn to make you over? Casting for Season 2 of Tim Gunn's Guide To Style is now open. We recommend a padlock on your underwear drawer.