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Gossip Girl Insiders Pay Tribute to — and Quibble With — the Reality Index

As many of you know, this week saw the end of an era — the culmination of our work on our Reality Index, in which we followed each episode of Gossip Girl like an army of headband-wearing, undermining minions, slavishly collecting details in service of … a special scientific experiment, the details of which can never be revealed. Over the past five-plus years, we (Chris Rovzar, Chris’s Boyfriend, the Commenter Formerly Known as Jessica’s Husband, and I, accompanied by a mostly merry band of commenters) have spent hours questioning the decisions of the creators of the Greatest Show of Our Time, alternately praising them for their sensitivity and chiding them for their crazy-ass plotting and seeming inability to control certain actors’ irrepressible hair and cleavage. Now that the Reality Index has come to an end, It seemed only fair to give the people on the, er, “Inside” of Gossip Girl a chance to talk back. Herewith, their comments on theGossip Girl Reality Index.

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Stephanie Savage, writer/co-creator: I heard the writers talking about it in the room after the pilot aired. Josh Safran sent me a link. I remember reading, thinking it was clever and funny — cooler than a recap! obsessed with New York, just like us! — but I didn’t really lock in until I got to: “Dancing on tables at Bungalow.” After its steady decline in recent years, the high-school crowd is right about where that place is at these days. +8. And that was exactly our rationale for picking it! Literally, Josh Schwartz and I were musing aloud about who was letting in the hot high school girls and we were like, Bungalow! Hahaha. And you guys got it completely. But then came: Formal invitations — on paper — are issued for the “Kissing on the Lips Party.” -2. Real kids use Evite. Evite??? You had me, then you lost me. But you immediately (re-)got me with your self-deprecating retraction/correction: “Update: A very alert (and very correct) young reader e-mailed us to point out: “Evite? Please. Real kids use Facebook.” So true! We have never felt more old or irrelevant.” And thus reading the Index and the comments became a Tuesday-morning ritual.

Zuzanna Sadowski, a.k.a. Dorota: I have actually been known to get to the NYMag site too early on a Tuesday and to have to refresh, refresh, refresh until the recap comes up. I know perfection can’t be rushed.

Eric Daman, costume designer: My team and I read it aloud every Tuesday morning, almost religiously, usually with giggles and smirks, sometimes with scowls as our fabulous fashions were scrutinized.

Brittany Griffin, assistant costume designer: Cleavage Rhombus was all of a sudden a term we used with frequency.

Eric Daman: The Cleavage Rhombus really had a mind of its own and would show up unexpectedly, but definitely gained more attention once NYMag named it. We totally tried to push the Rhombus Index beyond its original Herve Leger traffic-stopping appearance to the ultimate, “can’t-go-any further-without-an-R-rating,” perfectly framed in a Maxime Simoens cut-out tux jacket.

Jessica Queller, writer/producer: I can’t remember which episode the pierogies were in — I think it was Handmaiden’s Tale — but they gave negative points about the veracity of Vanessa going all the way to the East Village to Veselka to get pierogies and then BACK to Brooklyn. They are totally right!! The Veselka reference was so true to my experience of being young in NYC in the early nineties. But that was before everyone I knew migrated to Brooklyn. Totally unrealistic that Vanessa would have schlepped to the East Village.

Amanda Lasher, writer/producer: Graham Collins was the name of my real-life unrequited crush in high school. Awesome getting it into the script, weirdly more awesome seeing it in the Reality Index: “Eric knows Graham Collins because he went to Camp Suisse with him. Plus 2, because there’s even a hot-dog ski tube on the homepage for this camp, which apparently Graham and Eric both spent some time riding. (“What happens at Camp Suisse doesn’t stay at Camp Suisse!”)” P.S.: I wound up stalking Graham on Facebook when I wrote this episode and learned that he is still crazy hot. If we are giving out points out, then Plus 10 to Graham for staying so hot and Minus 20 because he never even gave me a drunken pity make-out session in high school and I was cute enough for at least that. Also, I had a lot of fun researching Camp Suisse. It’s real! I want to go!

Jessica Queller: In the “Age of Dissonance,” they subtracted points for Blair’s Chekhov line: “I’m an actress. No, I’m a seagull.”!! They wrote: “Holy crap. Jessica Queller was clearly a double drama major in college. As in drama and DRA-ma. Minus 2.” They nailed me perfectly!!!

Dawn Ostroff, former CW president and namesake of the Ostroff Center: “You changed our life, I want you to know that. You put us on the map in a lot of ways. I can honestly tell you that you had a huge influence on that show being a success. And I always thought you were very fair. There weren’t many times I thought you were that far off. But Stephanie and Josh will have things to say. They’re so particular, and they have excellent memories. Good or bad, they’ll carry the grudge.”

Natalie Krinsky, writer/producer: They are a gossip girl to our gossip girl and it’s just so STRESSFUL (as Serena might say) to have them follow our every move and report on what we’re doing right and what we’re doing wrong. It just feels like someone is ALWAYS watching us … waiting, looking over our shoulder … judging us! (Sarcastically/tongue in cheek of course … but … that’s kind of who they are — hiding behind their computers — commenting! Encouraging others to send in THEIR comments) …

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Stephanie Savage: As much as we loved when the Index or commenters mentioned something we felt the same way about, it was incredibly vexing when something we’d done was misinterpreted or didn’t come across. There were a zillion times I wanted to explain or clarify, to defend with documentation or at least narrate the process as to why we made a certain choice. The Dumbo-Williamsburg debate of 2007 (a.k.a. the Most Obnoxious Real-Estate Conundrum of Our Time) made me so ashamed that couldn’t keep silent, and I broke down and wrote a lengthy, sweaty reply to your query about the location of the Humphrey loft. Because it wasn’t like we didn’t talk about this stuff. We had giant fights in the scout van about Dan Humphrey’s transit route to St. Jude’s. We made the writer’s assistant call a marina to find out how people get their mail delivered when they are traveling around the world on a yacht. Asked a doctor what a bullet wound would look after a year of healing. And debated the characters’ astrological signs (B is a Scorpio, S is a Leo; which is why we always got to see B’s birthday but never S’s, which happened over the show’s summer hiatus). It is totally realistic that Chuck Bass would take the bus like he does in the pilot (weekday mornings, all the real-life CB’s gather in front of the Ralph Lauren store on Madison, waiting to ride to the Nineties). But we also kind of loved that somehow a 16-year-old being chauffeured around in his own stretch limo ended up seeming more realistic, because of who Chuck became as a character.

Zuzanna Sadowski, a.k.a. Dorota: Often the writers of GG would give me, as an actor, a tremendous gift. I would have something particularly funny to do, a spy mission, some high-level meddling, or even a new piece of wardrobe. On these occasions I would check the recap hoping to see this highlighted and sometimes Jessica and Chris would leave me sadly wanting! Thank goodness for the army of astute commenters who would never let me down. If I was ever in need of Dorota love I just had to scroll down.

Stephanie Savage: Most of the time, the commenters would catch and correct stuff themselves. (I did think quite a bit about creating a false persona so I could log on and do it myself, but the best names were already taken. I’m talking to you, FEED_THE_DUCKS, CHUCKISMYPUPPY, GINSOAKEDCECE, MACARONSANDSCOTCH and SCHEMINGWITHSCONES. Plus you guys are really hard on each other’s spelling.)

Zuzanna Sadowski, a.k.a. Dorota: I want to give a plus 100 to my favorite commentator often featured in the recap of the recap — Nikole0602. Just always funny. More importantly for me, a plus 100000 goes to the two commentators with the best names by far — IamDorota and Feed_the_Ducks. Plus 500 goes to runner-up Monkeyandmacarons. I love you guys.

Amanda Lasher: I gave you guys Blair masturbating. You gave me this: “Blair would have never referenced having to “finish something” to Dorota after her interrupted sex dream. That’s way too embarrassing. Minus 2. An additional minus 2 for Dorota reminding her that “God is always watching.” Dorota would never be that judgy — or perceptive. She’s a nun, isn’t she?” I expected more from you.

Stephanie Savage: Come on:Gossip Girl never said that Blair shopped at Tally Weijl or Printemps in Paris. Just that it’s “chic and cheerful up on Boulevard Haussmann” (which it is)! And we did try to observe the time difference between Paris and New York! The sun rises earlier and sets later in Paris than in New York! The Bart Bass event in The Revengers wasn’t at the Empire Hotel (it doesn’t look anything like the Empire!!), and we really did shoot on the roof of that building — our “Batman backdrop” was the city where you live! Why did none of the characters have iPhones? Because we had a deal with Verizon, who did not have a deal with iPhone until 2011 (after that, they had iPhones). Serena’s tranny talons in “The Last Days of Disco Stick” and Dan’s mushroom hair at the beginning of season five were both courtesy of movies they were shooting at the time. Why did you never see Scott again? Did you honestly want to see Scott??

Eric Daman: It was mostly fun and cheeky, except when comparing one of Blair’s Oscar de la Renta gowns to curtain and couch tapestry … just jealous I guess. :)

Brittany Griffin, assistant costume designer: That gown was awesome, it did not look like curtains!

Stephanie Savage: Woke up in the middle of the night and realized: We did end up saying that B and S went into those stores on Haussmann!! It wasn’t in the original script (which is what I remember), but it changed before it aired. So apologies for my outrage and kudos to whoever picked that up. Because yes.

In Total:

Stephanie Savage: The last Recap of the Recap is the final GG ritual. After it’s posted, the show will be officially over for us. As will the unique relationship — equal parts narcissism and masochism (I want to see what they said! … So I can feel bad about myself!) — we got to experience with our very own Greek chorus of snark. Many thanks for the years of vigilance and vigilantism, and for keeping us real with your weekly index. A bittersweet farewell to the Humfro, the cleavage rhombus, the NJBC acronym, and tarantula sex.

Dorota/Suzanna: I am so sad to see this show end. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity to play Dorota and to be a part of the zeitgeist of the UES. Thank you guys for pulling the show apart down to its very fibers, pointing up the detail, ultimately championing the whole and making it even more fun! I will miss you dearly. XOXO!

Brittany Griffin: P.S.: If you watch Carrie Diaries you’ll know why Vanessa was standing in a vintage-looking kitchen. Good eye.

Stephanie Savage: Oh, and also? That your own Vulture did not name you one of its Top 25 Most Devoted Fan Bases? We were all robbed.

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18 December 2012

Leighton Meester's 10 Best Looks Ever on Gossip Girl

The CW hit series’ celebrated costume designer, Eric Daman, reveals his favorite looks that he’s so stylishly pulled together for Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), one of TV’s most iconic fashionistas, during the show’s six-year run:

“G.G.,” SEASON 5

“Runaway bride? More like runway bride! Ms. Blair stuns in her Vera Wang, dashing down the streets of NYC. I had the honor and privilege to work directly with delicious designer VW herself, on not only one but two gorgeous gowns,” Daman gushes. “Blair floated down the aisle like the princess she always dreamed of becoming. The layers and layers of antique French lace, all hand-applied, give this dress old-world charm and couture. Vera keeps it contemporary by adding a horsehair bow, so Blair. By the way, B’s bridesmaids were decked in cocktail gowns from Vera’s fab and affordable collection for David’s Bridal.”

“ALL THE PRETTY SOURCES,” SEASON 5

“BW has a bun in the oven! Thank god Dior makes beautiful orange sparkle muumuus,” Daman says. “It was a lot of fun playing dress-up for Blair’s pregnant episodes. There were haute empire waists and blouson confections any UES mom-to-be would kill for, from Balenciaga to McQueen. But for me this couture cocktail dress takes the cake. Demure and elegant, Ms. Waldorf stuns at her Tiffany-themed bridal shower.”

“BELLES DE JOUR,” SEASON 4

“Blair is a study in art history as she wanders the halls of le Musée d’Orsay. The Oscar de la Renta dress is reminiscent of a classical painting and perfect for meeting a prince,” Daman says of Blair’s pretty look in the season four premiere. “Not a bad option when shopping Chanel with your best frenemy, either! OMG alert: Is she wearing orange satin shoes from Nine West?!? Oui, oui, c’est vrai!”

“THE WRONG GOODBYE,” SEASON 4

“Parisian couturier Alexis Mabille sent this one-of-a-kind black velvet sheath for our season four finale. The baby blue and pink hand-embroidered flowers and filigree work are quintessential Blair,” Daman says. “A true piece of art, perfect to be kidnapped in. But the heroine is saved by the bell as our gang rushes to her rescue.”

“VALLEY GIRLS,” SEASON 2

“Fit for a queen! This black Marchesa with its gold brocade peacock reminded me of a turn-of-the-century, high-society ballgown. Perfect for crowning Ms. Blair queen of Constance!” Daman explains of Blair’s iconic prom look. “A Simon Tu tiara tops it off with gleaming crystal rosettes. Simon is one of NYC’s best-kept secrets; his beautiful boutique is a gem, and only a stone’s throw from Bloomingdale’s.”

“SEDER ANYTHING,” SEASON 2

My fair Blair! One of my favorite dream sequences based on one of my favorite films,” Daman explains of B’s My Fair Lady-esque ensemble. “Blair radiates Audrey Hepburn’s aura at the Ascot Races. The delicate chapeau was handmade in the costume shop by a milliner on our wardrobe team (and later worn by frenemie Serena in another dream sequence!). The Carolina Herrera gown couldn’t have been better to emulate Cecil Beaton’s original award-winning designs.”

“SUMMER, KIND OF WONDERFUL,” SEASON 2

“No one pulls off florals better than BW. Flirty and fresh, this Alice + Olivia number is ideal for a romantic bike ride through the Hamptons,” Daman says. “The dress print and shape are vintage chic. A soft floral headband and pop of pink gives this look Blair’s signature style. Matchy-matchy is not always a no-no; love the wicker bag in the bike’s wicker basket!”

“HI, SOCIETY,” SEASON 1

“Ahhh, my first Deb Ball…Coming out never felt (or looked) so good!” Daman recalls. “Queen B is in all her glory in an Eric Daman original. The first couture creation I actually designed and had handcrafted in our costume shop. The pale silver silk jacquard gave me visions of a modern-day Marie Antoinette. Just add a giant bow and it’s BW à propos! Insider secret: We had to rig the dress’s train to faux rip off for a formal faux pas!”

“DESPERATELY SEEKING SERENA,” SEASON 1

Classic queen B! Blair’s school unis became a hot fashion trend, and her headbands ruled the accessories chart,” Daman says. “This one has all the iconic trimmings: Brooks Brothers cape, grosgrain headband from Bendel’s, red and white spectators, and a giant statement school bag (by Valentino of course). Ladylike vintage gloves keep our scheming queen’s hands clean as she texts Gossip Girl with some high school scandy.”

“ROMAN HOLIDAY,” SEASON 1

“My very own ice princess, très chic as she skates through Central Park in mix-and-match plaids. Creamy tights, crochet beret and pink pom-poms give her look a juvenile innocence as she schemes to get her father’s attention,” Daman explains of the outfit Blair wears while spending time with her father’s husband Roman. “#blairs scheming beret. And the caplet is by H&M and the cute crinoline skirt was from Zara Kids! High-low, ladies, high-low!”

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17 December 2012

NO MATTER HOW MANY GOSSIP GIRL EPISODES REMAIN…

#GG WILL LIVE FOREVER! THIS RARE PHOTO OF THE GOSSIP GIRL ACTORS AND ME, @ERICDAMAN_STYLE, IS BY WORLD FAMOUS FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER RUVEN AFANADOR! BRILLIANT!

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9 December 2012

Ed Westwick's 10 Best Looks Ever on Gossip Girl

The CW hit series’ celebrated costume designer, Eric Daman, reveals his favorite looks that he’s so stylishly pulled together for Chuck Bass (Ed Westwick), one of TV’s most fashionable characters, during the show’s six-year run:

“YES, THEN ZERO,” SEASON 5

“‘People like me don’t write books, we’re written about.’ Living on a yacht, Bass takes to seafaring fashions like a fish to water. We had to get multiples on his light blue Banana Republic blazer as he gets covered in champagne later in the episode,” Daman reveals. “The yellow cravat is high-seas perfection, and the navy pocket square is nautical nonsense! Ahoy matey!”

“THE WITCHES OF BUSHWICK,” SEASON 4

“Chuck Bass is one man that knows how to mix business and pleasure, always with class. Nothing sexier than a “man”i-pedi in a silk jacquard robe,” Daman says. “This episode was called ‘The Witches of Bushwick’ and I was hoping to conjure a look particularly reminiscent of Jack Nicholson in a film of similar title. Bad-boy Bass at his best!”

“DOUBLE IDENTITY,” SEASON 4

“Like a phoenix from the flames, Chuck rises (with the help of a bespoke cane!) to reclaim his destiny,” Daman says of this season four look. “The pinstripe Paul Stewart suit is masculine, strong and old-world, the pink boutonnière a nod to his newfound happiness. This is fearless, fashionable, flawless Chuck Bass. A Parisian love story!”

“ENOUGH ABOUT EVE,” SEASON 3

“All about Chair! This dream sequence demanded old-Hollywood glamour and Chair serves it up right. 007 watch out! Men’s formalwear has a new name, and it’s Chuck Bass,” Daman gushes. “Killer in a classic tux, and to top it all off his leading lady by his side sporting a beautiful Reem Acra gown. I’m seeing film noir stars of the millennium.”

“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIE,” SEASON 2

“A shimmering ice-palace palette for the snowflake ball was our direction for this event. Chuck’s black and clear crystal beaded smoking jacket from Costume National couldn’t have been a better find. Thank you, Century 21! All of CB’s formal attire is stunning, but this one really is the Rolls-Royce. Simply paired with a classic white tux shirt and black and silver shadow-stripe bow tie, he is icy hotness!”

“NEW HAVEN CAN WAIT,” SEASON 2

“Autumnal elegance! Chuck is an Ivy League vision in this jacket and pant combo from Paul Stewart,” Daman spills. “The tones selected for this sartorial ensemble represent the changing of the seasons, and also don’t go unnoticed by the underground community known as the Skull and Bones. Even after being kidnapped he looks perfect, ascot and pocket square still there.”

“SUMMER, KIND OF WONDERFUL,” SEASON 2

“This Maison Margiela cream tux screamed Chuck Bass White Party to me while shopping at Barney’s. Haute sophistication! The black trim was a perfect nod to reflect his somber mood, knowing Blair had chosen Lord Marcus over him,” Daman explains of the iconic look Chuck donned in the season two premiere. “And nothing finishes off Bass formalwear better than a cravat. The sunglasses were a personal touch from Mr. Westwick himself.”

“SUMMER, KIND OF WONDERFUL,” SEASON 2

“Croquet anyone? CB giving some upper-crust Gatsby realness in this vintage-inspired ensemble. The pairing of Brooks Brothers argyle vest and socks with khaki shorts shows his daring flair and cocky nonchalance. I got some flak for this look but stand behind it 100 percent,” Daman says. “Chuck is pegged out and ready for the croquet renaissance!”

“SUMMER, KIND OF WONDERFUL,” SEASON 2

“‘Just three little words. All you have to do is say them…’ For this poignant Chair moment I wanted their costumes to be directly connected and seem like they were part of a fairy-tale garden,” Daman reveals. “The soft green of Chuck’s Boss suit and the abstract leaf print on B’s Milly dress melt beautifully into the moors of this Hampton estate. I wanted it to feel they would never leave and always be in this heavenly color-coated atmosphere; together forever. Green represents growth and harmony, and we all hoped Chuck would say those three words. Alas, green is also the color of jealousy, and B runs back to Lord Marcus.”

“THE BLAIR BITCH PROJECT,” SEASON 1

“We can’t have a Chuck Top 10 without an appearance by the infamous J. Press scarf. A symphony of patchwork silk ties, the scarf became a must-have for any Chuck Bass fan,” Daman says of the character’s signature accessory. “After its cult debut the store sold out of them immediately. I love it paired with this plaid Marc Jacobs toggle coat. Boyish innocence meets Bass darkness. A classic.”

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3 December 2012

Gossip Girl Costume Designer Eric Daman Picks His Top 10 Fashion Moments

The CW hit series’ celebrated costume designer Eric Daman reveals his favorite looks that he’s so stylishly pulled together during the show’s six-year run:

“G.G.,” SEASON 5

“Diamonds are a girls BF, but confidence is a girl’s best accessory! For this musical dream sequence, Serena’s wearing at least five necklaces and as many bracelets as you can count. We built the dress from the pink gown her mom wore during house arrest!”

“JULIET DOESN’T LIVE HERE ANYMORE,” SEASON 4

“Opening night of the ballet at Lincoln Center is a very hot NYC ticket and so is Serena!” Daman gushes. “Breathtaking by the fountain, I wanted our gang to embrace a soft Degas inspired palette. This Couture Zuhir Murad fit the bill! To give the dress an airier feel and show off S’s killer gams, we actually shortened the grey under skirt (which was floor length) to a mini!”

“EASY J,” SEASON 4

“Who needs accessories when you have an amazing Couture cut out tuxedo by Maxime Simoens?! Serena is no nonsense in this episode, so I wanted her formal wear to be fierce, severe, and traffic-stopping,” Daman explains. “ New York Magazine actually called me the inventor of the “Cleavage Rhombus” for this inspired couture creation.”

“THE UNDERGRADUATES,” SEASON 4

“Serena flutters through Fashion’s Night Out and this TDF (to die for) Jenny Packham blown up butterfly print gown is ideal for stomping about the Meatpacking District and faux catfighting with her best frenemie! As our first Vogue sponsored event, I really wanted S to make a hi-fash impression. Insider info: Blake actually emailed me the runway shot of the gown at the top of the season and was like “Isn’t it perfect for S!” And she was right!”

“DOUBLE IDENTITY,” SEASON 4

“I wanted our girls to seem like superhero versions of themselves, beamed from planet GG to save Paris, Blair’s relationship with Chuck and shock the French with their taste for couture! S’s Gold Pucci sequin jacket and blue Tibi pants give her a modern day Wonder Woman allure as she rushes to alert B that Chuck is ALIVE! B dazzles in an Oscar de la Renta gown that was heaven as she crosses the dark seedy train station to say au revoir to her beloved Bass.”

“BELLES DE JOUR,” SEASON 4

“Our favorite frenemies shopping Chanel in Paris! They were actually more like besties in this scene, so I wanted their color palettes to play into that: Matching soft cosmetic neutral tones with saturated personal hints, like Serena’s turquoise Suzan Galani necklace and Blair’s Orange Nancy Gonzalez croc bag. Loving the masculine inspired Suno pink pants on S, a total nod to Mlle Chanel!”

“BELLES DE JOUR,” SEASON 4

“Who else can pull off one of a kind Couture as day looks, all while nibbling macaroons and having the time of their lives?! S and B, of course,” Daman says of the girls’ looks in the Paris episode. “Serena is GG2.0 in her George Chakra hand beaded cage dress (Totally day time a propos when worn with Repetto flats, Rag & Bone Blazer and boater)! Blair is Parisian heaven: A fluffy fashionable macaroon herself in a Bardot inspired look, mixing n’ matching Moschino fruit, Chanel cuffs and provincial beret! J’adore!”

“THE SERENA ALSO RISES,” SEASON 2

“Work the runway! Serena in all her golden girl glory takes on the socialite runway trend as she saunters for B’s mom, the lovely and talented Eleanor Waldorf! But scandy—she is actually is in a dress designed by Lil’ J (i.e. me, the ghost designer behind Lil’ J designs!) This was a lot of fun for me since we don’t have time to actually build many pieces on episodic TV,” Daman explains. “The emerald green was taken from the original Eleanor designs and looked flawless against S’s shimmering skin. The sweetheart bodice and draped bubble skirt were meant to combine whimsy and couture. One of my faves!”

“SUMMER, KIND OF WONDERFUL,” SEASON 2

“Can anyone say GG: Greek Goddess! S’s dress Oscar De La Renta was actually a last minute fashion disaster diversion,” Daman reveals. “Ms. Serena was supposed to wear a very sexy, menswear inspired tuxedo to the White Party (Backless vest and wide pant). The vest was originally a bright white (a no-no for hi def TV!), so we innocently had it dyed down a bit, but it came back two sizes smaller! We we’re fitting Blake on our truck the a.m. of the shoot and it just wasn’t working…luckily this gorg gown was just hanging out and poof with a belt in her hair she was the belle of the ball! P.S. Nate Archibald arm candy never hurts!”

“MUCH ‘I DO’ ABOUT NOTHING,” SEASON 1

“Bart and Lily decided on a Garden Party themed wedding and this Ralph Lauren was picture perfect for S’s trip down the aisle. The soft yellow color and discreet floral pattern whispered as she walked and the tiered skirt rippled in the spring breeze. S was a walking life size Lily, her fashion sense never to be out done, even on her mother’s 8th wedding day! (The black accessories a dark prelude of things to come for our newlyweds?)”

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29 November 2012

Costume designer Eric Daman on wrapping 'Gossip Girl' and opening 'The Carrie Diaries'

You’re also the costume designer on Gossip Girl. What will happen to all of the amazing clothes worn by Serena, Blair, Chuck and the rest of the gang when the show comes to an end?

[The wardrobe is] being logged out and sent to Warner Brothers studio. Some of it will be repurposed.

Does that mean we should keep our eye out for Gossip Girl hand-me-downs on The Carrie Diaries?

Maybe. I’m going back and forth with that one, like, ‘Do I want to use that iconic dress from Blair Waldorf here?’ I kind of do in some weird way, so we’ll see! I’m in the process of figuring that out in my head. It’s weird, I’m kind of attached like, ‘Oh that’s my favorite Blair Waldorf dress but it would be really exciting to see on Carrie.’ There is a very big possibility that you’ll see iconic pieces appear in a very different way, a very Carrie way.

Read the whole interview HERE!

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27 October 2012

MindyPettit: @EricDaman_Style Eric at work styling mini Blair-Thea for Gossip Girl

MindyPettit: @EricDaman_Style Eric at work styling mini Blair-Thea for Gossip Girl

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25 October 2012

Costume designer Eric Daman on wrapping 'Gossip Girl' and opening 'The Carrie Diaries'

You’re also the costume designer on Gossip Girl. What will happen to all of the amazing clothes worn by Serena, Blair, Chuck and the rest of the gang when the show comes to an end?
[The wardrobe is] being logged out and sent to Warner Brothers studio. Some of it will be repurposed.

Does that mean we should keep our eye out for Gossip Girl hand-me-downs on The Carrie Diaries?
Maybe. I’m going back and forth with that one, like, ‘Do I want to use that iconic dress from Blair Waldorf here?’ I kind of do in some weird way, so we’ll see! I’m in the process of figuring that out in my head. It’s weird, I’m kind of attached like, ‘Oh that’s my favorite Blair Waldorf dress but it would be really exciting to see on Carrie.’ There is a very big possibility that you’ll see iconic pieces appear in a very different way, a very Carrie way.

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