I wasn’t at all surprised that Chris was aufed (again). His designs would have worked really well for a revival of a Noel Coward play or a slightly fantastical Hollywood movie. He’s clearly talented. But his designs were not right for New York’s Fashion Week. They just weren’t commercial enough (and yes, there was too much hair).

I wish Chris well and I’m glad he got to show a “decoy” presentation at Bryant Park, and you can find images from that at any number of fashion blogs.

I may end up liking Jillian’s collection best, then again Christian has always brought the “wow” factor. All things considered, it’ll shock no one if Christian wins when the finale airs next Wednesday. I’m a little concerned that both Christian and Jillian have both taken on very military, Joan of Arc-type themes. Jillian’s has her usual posh equestrian feel, and Christian’s has his signature retro vibe, but the judges were annoyed that both Rami and Chris presented similar pieces in their bake-off on Wednesday night. I wonder if possibly having similar collections will hurt both Jillian and Christian.

Then again, at this point I can’t see Christian not winning. And seeing his tiny closet room last night softened my attitude toward the arrogant little pipsqueak (whom I’ve never actually disliked, but I’ve found his ‘tude a bit much at times). He can be incredibly full of himself, but his occasionally annoying behavior has always been, I think, the result of a lack of forethought, not any actual malice. He’s no Vincent from Season 3, in other words.

And I was reminded once again last night that he’s only 21. So young, yet so talented. He needs to broaden his horizons and his references, and learn how to be more thoughful and considerate of others, but I’m betting he’ll have a full range of job offers once the season ends, whether or not he wins. But how could he not? I suppose Jillian could sneak in and snatch the crown, but I think the winner is, this year, completely predictable. And if the season itself has been a bit predictable and tame this year, c’est la vie. The designs have been outstanding, and some of the challenges were really well done (though not the Tiki Barber challenge, ugh).

I’ll say it again, if the producers go out and cast a bunch of wack jobs next season — wack jobs who can’t design at least near the level of this crew — I’ll be annoyed. We “Project Runway” fans do love our drama, but we absolutely don’t want a three-ring circus of diva antics and terrible work on the runway. No, thank you.

As for Rami, his work is not quite there yet. He really needs to learn how to edit himself, as Tim Gunn pointed out. He can’t throw everything but the kitchen sink at his collection, in an attempt to prove that he’s not just That Draping Guy. (And what worked best of the pieces he presented? A uniquely draped cocktail dress.) Still, like the other finalists (and may I point out that I predicted this trio would form the final three weeks ago), he is a very accomplished designer and I predict he’ll go on to bigger and better things.

Your thoughts?