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In 2003, Trinny and Susannah did a spin-off show; ''What Not to Wear on the Red Carpet'' where [[Jo Brand]] and [[Sophie Raworth]] were given a special makeover to attend a BAFTA Award ceremony.<ref>''[http://www.bbc.co.uk/lifestyle/tv_and_radio/what_not_to_wear/redcarpetspecial_index.shtml What Not to Wear - Red Carpet Special]'' &mdash; bbc.co.uk/lifestyle </ref> During the process of choosing which celebrity to give a makeover, Trinny and Susannah compiled a list of who they thought were the worst dressed celebrities.<ref>''[http://www.vogue.co.uk/vogue_daily/story/story.asp?stid=3855 Worsed-Dressed Winners]'' &mdash; vogue.co.uk</ref> Other ''What Not to Wear'' specials saw them giving [[David Baddiel]]<ref>''[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/live/live.html?in_article_id=379722&in_page_id=1889 David Baddiel gets a dressing down]'' &mdash; dailymail.co.uk</ref> and [[Ingrid Tarrant]] a makeover.
In 2003, Trinny and Susannah did a spin-off show; ''What Not to Wear on the Red Carpet'' where [[Jo Brand]] and [[Sophie Raworth]] were given a special makeover to attend a BAFTA Award ceremony.<ref>''[http://www.bbc.co.uk/lifestyle/tv_and_radio/what_not_to_wear/redcarpetspecial_index.shtml What Not to Wear - Red Carpet Special]'' &mdash; bbc.co.uk/lifestyle </ref> During the process of choosing which celebrity to give a makeover, Trinny and Susannah compiled a list of who they thought were the worst dressed celebrities.<ref>''[http://www.vogue.co.uk/vogue_daily/story/story.asp?stid=3855 Worsed-Dressed Winners]'' &mdash; vogue.co.uk</ref> Other ''What Not to Wear'' specials saw them giving [[David Baddiel]]<ref>''[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/live/live.html?in_article_id=379722&in_page_id=1889 David Baddiel gets a dressing down]'' &mdash; dailymail.co.uk</ref> and [[Ingrid Tarrant]] a makeover.


The series that aired in 2004 was another ratings success. Since series four began airing on [[September 29]], viewing figures peaked at 5.26 million on [[October 20]].<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 24/10/04) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> In 2005 the series began on [[October 19]], where viewing figures still remained strong. On [[November 16]] and [[23 November|23]] ratings reached 4.91 million<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 20/11/05 and 27/11/05) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> and the series averaged with 4.8 million viewers.<ref name="Digital"> ''[http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/broadcasting/a37774/trinny-and-susannahs-itv-makeover-a-success.html Trinny and Susannah's ITV makeover a success]'' &mdash; digitalspy.co.uk</ref>
The series that aired in 2004 was another ratings success. Since series four began airing on [[September 29]], [[2004]] viewing figures peaked at 5.26 million on [[October 20]].<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 24/10/04) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> In 2005 the series began on [[October 19]], where viewing figures still remained strong. On [[November 16]] and [[23 November|23]] ratings reached 4.91 million<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 20/11/05 and 27/11/05) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> and the series averaged with 4.8 million viewers.<ref name="Digital"> ''[http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/broadcasting/a37774/trinny-and-susannahs-itv-makeover-a-success.html Trinny and Susannah's ITV makeover a success]'' &mdash; digitalspy.co.uk</ref>


In April 2006, it was announced that [[Lisa Butcher]] and [[Mica Paris]] would take over as presenters of the BBC show, after Trinny and Susannah signed a contract with [[ITV]] to host their new show ''[[Trinny & Susannah Undress]]''.<ref>''[http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4931490.stm What Not to Wear gets new hosts]'' &mdash; bbc.co.uk</ref> The new series hosted by Lisa and Mica managed to reach viewing figures of 4.26 million on [[October 19]] 2006<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 22/10/06) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> and the first show of the series attracted 4.2 million viewers.<ref name="Digital"/>
In April 2006, it was announced that [[Lisa Butcher]] and [[Mica Paris]] would take over as presenters of the BBC show, after Trinny and Susannah signed a contract with [[ITV]] to host their new show ''[[Trinny & Susannah Undress]]''.<ref>''[http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4931490.stm What Not to Wear gets new hosts]'' &mdash; bbc.co.uk</ref> The new series hosted by Lisa and Mica managed to reach viewing figures of 4.26 million on [[October 19]], [[2006]]<ref>''[http://www.barb.co.uk/viewingsummary/weekreports.cfm?report=weeklyterrestrial&RequestTimeout=500 Weekly Viewing Summary]'' (Scroll down list, click 22/10/06) &mdash; barb.co.uk</ref> and the first show of the series attracted 4.2 million viewers.<ref name="Digital"/>


The UK version of ''What Not To Wear'' has been broadcast around the world on [[BBC Entertainment]], and in countries such as the [[United States]] on [[BBC America]]. It is also repeated on [[UKTV Style]] in the United Kingdom. Trinny and Susannah have also been frequent guest fashion and makeover experts on ''[[The Oprah Winfrey Show]]'' in America.<ref>''[http://www.oprah.com/tows/pastshows/200405/tows_past_20040518.jhtml The Oprah Winfrey Show - What Not to Wear this summer]'' &mdash; oprah.com</ref> An American version (''[[What Not To Wear (US Version)]]'') airs on [[TLC Network|TLC]] and is hosted by [[Stacy London]] and [[Clinton Kelly (TV personality)|Clinton Kelly]].
The UK version of ''What Not To Wear'' has been broadcast around the world on [[BBC Entertainment]], and in countries such as the [[United States]] on [[BBC America]]. It is also repeated on [[UKTV Style]] in the United Kingdom. Trinny and Susannah have also been frequent guest fashion and makeover experts on ''[[The Oprah Winfrey Show]]'' in America.<ref>''[http://www.oprah.com/tows/pastshows/200405/tows_past_20040518.jhtml The Oprah Winfrey Show - What Not to Wear this summer]'' &mdash; oprah.com</ref> An American version (''[[What Not To Wear (US Version)]]'') airs on [[TLC Network|TLC]] and is hosted by [[Stacy London]] and [[Clinton Kelly (TV personality)|Clinton Kelly]].

Revision as of 20:11, 21 August 2007

What Not to Wear
File:WhatNottoWear.gif
Presented byLisa Butcher (current)
Mica Paris (current)
Trinny Woodall (previous)
Susannah Constantine (previous)
Country of origin United Kingdom
No. of series6
Production
Running time60 minutes
Original release
NetworkBBC One
Release2001 –
2006
This article is about the UK version. For the American version, see What Not To Wear (US Version).

What Not to Wear is a BAFTA Award-nominated[1] makeover reality television show presented by Lisa Butcher and Mica Paris. It was previously presented by Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine.

History

The show originated on BBC Two in 2001 which was hosted by fashion gurus Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine, who also co-authored several books based on the show. Following ratings success, it moved to BBC One.[2] In 2002, Jeremy Clarkson and Lesley Joseph appeared in a special episode of the show, where Trinny and Susannah gave them a makeover.[3] After Clarkson appeared on the show, he commented "I'd rather eat my own hair than shop with these two again".[4] They also decided who was the worst dressed celebrity, where they choose Liza Minnelli.

In 2002, Trinny and Susannah won a Royal Television Society Award, for being the best factual presenters on the show What Not to Wear.[5] The show was nominated for the Features Award at the BAFTAS in both 2002 and 2003 but was beaten both times.

In 2003, Trinny and Susannah did a spin-off show; What Not to Wear on the Red Carpet where Jo Brand and Sophie Raworth were given a special makeover to attend a BAFTA Award ceremony.[6] During the process of choosing which celebrity to give a makeover, Trinny and Susannah compiled a list of who they thought were the worst dressed celebrities.[7] Other What Not to Wear specials saw them giving David Baddiel[8] and Ingrid Tarrant a makeover.

The series that aired in 2004 was another ratings success. Since series four began airing on September 29, 2004 viewing figures peaked at 5.26 million on October 20.[9] In 2005 the series began on October 19, where viewing figures still remained strong. On November 16 and 23 ratings reached 4.91 million[10] and the series averaged with 4.8 million viewers.[11]

In April 2006, it was announced that Lisa Butcher and Mica Paris would take over as presenters of the BBC show, after Trinny and Susannah signed a contract with ITV to host their new show Trinny & Susannah Undress.[12] The new series hosted by Lisa and Mica managed to reach viewing figures of 4.26 million on October 19, 2006[13] and the first show of the series attracted 4.2 million viewers.[11]

The UK version of What Not To Wear has been broadcast around the world on BBC Entertainment, and in countries such as the United States on BBC America. It is also repeated on UKTV Style in the United Kingdom. Trinny and Susannah have also been frequent guest fashion and makeover experts on The Oprah Winfrey Show in America.[14] An American version (What Not To Wear (US Version)) airs on TLC and is hosted by Stacy London and Clinton Kelly.

International broadcasting

The British version of What Not to Wear has been broadcast around the world, with non English speaking countries viewing the series in subtitles. The show is broadcast in:

 Australia on Lifestyle Channel

 Belgium on VijfTV (known as What Not to Wear)

 Brazil on People+Arts (know as Esquadrão da Moda)

 Canada on BBC Canada

 Ireland on TV3

 New Zealand on TV ONE

 Poland on TVN Style (known as Jak się nie ubierać?)

 Portugal on People+Arts (known as Esquadrão da Moda)

 South Africa on BBC Prime

 United Arab Emirates on MBC 4

 Spain on People+Arts (known as No Te lo Pongas)

 United Kingdom on BBC (repeats on UKTV Style)

 United States on BBC America

Presenters

Current

Previous

Content overview

Every episode features an "ambush" style confrontation and makeover of a woman, and sometimes a man who has been nominated by their friends as particularly unfashionable. The subject has their current fashion sense evaluated. The presenters take particular regard to the participant's body-shape and self-image (with the help of a 360 degree mirror cabinet) and determine what will work best for them. The participant is then given £2000 (about $1000 less than the American version) to go shopping for a new wardrobe, which is supposed to be in accordance with the advice they have been given. Although they are free to spend how they wish, they are spied upon and counselled on the ways of fashion by the show's two hosts.

Trinny and Susannah were often noticed for their tactile behaviour with the participants and for frequently referring to breasts as "tits".[4] Trinny's comments have reduced some participants to tears and Susannah once spontaneously pulled a female candidate's underwear down during filming as her knicker line was visible.[15]

Episode format

The participant is nominated by their friends and relatives for being particularly unfashionable. The show then secretly follows and videotapes the nominated participant for two weeks. At the end of the two weeks, the fashion experts review the secret footage and prepare to surprise the participant. During the surprise visit, the participant is offered a £2000 cheque to buy a whole new wardrobe.[16] But they must hand over their entire existing wardrobe and be prepared for some harsh criticism and to receive fashion advice from two experts.[16]

On the first day of the participant's visit to the studios, there is a review of the secret footage along with the participant. On the videotape, there are normally comments from family members and friends about the participant's style and appearance. The experts then go through their entire wardrobe, which has been brought with the participant. They critique the items where most of the clothing gets discarded or even cut up with scissors. The participant is asked to put on an outfit, that they like and think most suits their figure, and then must face the 360 degree mirror.[17] The experts comment honestly on why the outfit does not suit them, often being brutally honest.[16] The experts give suggestions throughout the day and then present two different outfits to the participant to help illustrate the rules that they will need to follow as they shop for better clothing.

The participant is then given two days to shop for suitable clothing at a suitable and selected location. On the first day, they are left to their own devices, to test how much they have learnt about which clothes are suitable and comply with the rules. On the second day, the experts ambush the nominee and comment on whether the previous day's purchases complied with the correct guide lines as to which clothes to buy. The second day, the fashion gurus sit in a café and watch live video footage of the participant shopping and comment on whether the participant is following the rules given. If the participant is struggling, they rush to the scene to help. The experts then accompany the participant around the shops, providing advice and assistance, often being critical.

After all the shopping, hair stylists and makeup artists work on the nominee's hair and makeup respectively. After the makeover, the participant reveals themselves to the experts and are brought to a full-length mirror to see their transformed state. The participant models three outfits for the experts, often showing confidence and poise. The participant departs and soon after, reveals themselves with their transformed appearance to their friends and family. Some time after the participant's makeover, the fashion gurus would pay them a surprise visit, in order to establish whether they have adhered to the rules for their clothing.

In later series, the format changed. It saw Trinny and Susannah receiving hundreds of videos from women that have nominated themselves for a makeover, instead of other people nominating them. Trinny and Susannah would then have to watch and then choose five people from these videos, as to who they thought were in need of the help the most. The five selected candidates were then invited to Trinny and Susannah's studios where they would be interviewed on why they thought they needed a makeover à la What Not to Wear. Then two candidates were selected and offered a What Not to Wear makeover. This series also saw Trinny and Susannah spending a day as the two participants, where they would drive their cars, work in their jobs and live in their homes. There, they would make the participant's husbands a meal, meet their other close family and venture into the participants wardrobe to dispose of any unsuitable clothing. The rest of the episode would sustain the format seen in previous series.[18]

Popular culture

  • A lethal far-future version of the show appeared in the Doctor Who episode "Bad Wolf". Set in the year 200,100, Trinny and Susannah provided the voices of killer androids Trinn-e and Zu-Zanna.[19]
  • In an episode of the last series of French & Saunders, Trinny and Susannah are mentioned as being "bullies" in a Celebrity Grading Report sketch where Dawn French was the headmaster of a celebrity school where she had to write comments on various celebrities.
  • On the show Big Impression, Alistair McGowan and Ronnie Ancona took to spoofing Trinny and Susannah's presenting techniques on What Not to Wear.[20]
  • Trinny and Susannah appeared on Children in Need in 2004, which saw them giving Eastenders characters Little Mo and Mo Harris a makeover in the style of What Not to Wear.[21]
    Woodall and Constantine book.
  • Trinny and Susannah were spoofed in a sketch on 2DTV when it showed them giving Santa Claus a makeover, where they substituted his red suit for a casual shirt and trousers.[22]

Publications

Trinny and Susannah are the authors of several fashion advice books based on the series. Their books have proceeded to become number one bestsellers in Britain and the United States and have been translated throughout the world.[23] Other success, included when the book What Not to Wear gained Trinny and Susannah a British Book Award in 2003 for "The TV & Film Book of the Year".[24] The book also outsold Jamie Oliver and Nigella Lawson when sale figures reached a total of 670,000 copies.[25]

Books by Trinny and Susannah linked with What Not to Wear include:

  • What Not to Wear (2002)
  • What Not to Wear 2: For Every Occasion (2003)
  • What Not to Wear: The Rules (2004)
  • What Not to Wear: For Every Occasion (2004)

References

  1. ^ British Academy Film Awards - Nominations and Winners 2000 to present — bafta.org
  2. ^ What Not to Wear moves to BBC One — BBC Press Office
  3. ^ BBC One honours the best TV moments from 2002 — BBC Press Office
  4. ^ a b Mammary mia! — findarticles.com
  5. ^ Royal Television Society — rts.org.uk
  6. ^ What Not to Wear - Red Carpet Special — bbc.co.uk/lifestyle
  7. ^ Worsed-Dressed Winners — vogue.co.uk
  8. ^ David Baddiel gets a dressing down — dailymail.co.uk
  9. ^ Weekly Viewing Summary (Scroll down list, click 24/10/04) — barb.co.uk
  10. ^ Weekly Viewing Summary (Scroll down list, click 20/11/05 and 27/11/05) — barb.co.uk
  11. ^ a b Trinny and Susannah's ITV makeover a success — digitalspy.co.uk
  12. ^ What Not to Wear gets new hosts — bbc.co.uk
  13. ^ Weekly Viewing Summary (Scroll down list, click 22/10/06) — barb.co.uk
  14. ^ The Oprah Winfrey Show - What Not to Wear this summer — oprah.com
  15. ^ Deceiving appearances — scotsman.com
  16. ^ a b c Trading Faces — time.com
  17. ^ Posh 'purchases £250,000 closet that scans her body and tells her what to wear — dailymail.co.uk
  18. ^ About the show — bbcamerica.com
  19. ^ Dr Who is TV medicine — thesun.co.uk
  20. ^ No, seriously . . . does my cheque look big in this? — telegraph.co.uk
  21. ^ Children In Need 2004 — BBC Press Office
  22. ^ What to wear if you want to make a big impression — mirror.co.uk
  23. ^ Trinny and Susannah Undress — itv.com
  24. ^ British Book Awards — britishbookawards.co.uk
  25. ^ Parkinson — parkinson.tangozebra.com

External links

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