RuPauls Drag Race All Stars
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Theyre winner-ing, baby!
If I had four blocks, pines Jinkx, theres four people I wouldve blocked.
The camera cuts around the room, first to Shea, then to Raja and Trinity.
I hope youre as excited as I am.
The Vivienne begins with a perfectly nice velvet wrap dress.
Her Princess Diana Ross runway is quite fun too.
For her eleganza, Viv whips up an off-the-shoulders turquoise gown.
Its chic, well fitted, and would feel right at home in an evening-wear collection.
This was a tough episode for Yvie.
Then again, so was the last one.
Monet X ChangeMonet begins the ball with the sluttiest Vanna White youve ever done seen.
A lovely ode to her fellowDrag Racewinner and Sibling Rivalry Frenemy, Bob the Drag Queen.
But for Monet, the real fun takes place behind the scenes.
This week, they decide to expand their alliance in the most conspicuous way possible.
Not to be discouraged, Trinity approaches Shea, again explaining the deal.
So to Monet, I say: Go forth and scheme, queen!
But in fact, its kind of the opposite.
And ultimately … it couldve been worse!
Jinkx dons a lovely Vanna White garment that ends up matching Vanna herself no better validation than that.
Her Baby Jane Fonda look is clever and on brand, if not particularly pretty.
Overall, an entertaining (and predictable) episode for Jinkx.
Its my one weakness, yall!
Jinkx reminds us at the end, and shes probably right.
Hope the girls are ready.
Shea CouleeAs for Shea?
Theres nary a weakness to be seen.
While she only has one badge so far, Sheas domination over the competition is plain to see.
She brainstorms numerous other less repetitive concepts, but why fight it?
White fabric and sheer lace always reads bridal anyway, and if it aint broke, dont fix it.
Thats Shea for you.
Another good night for Shea: Though its early, her top-four prospects are hard to deny.
RajaOf all the winners, Raja finds herself in the most difficult position.
Raja has a lot to live up to.
So it makes it all the more impressive that thus far, she really has.
Rajas gold eleganza is a triumph.
Now more than ever, its clear: Raja doesnt merely reference; sheisthe reference.
The judges agree, so why, you might ask, isnt Raja at the top in this episode?
Well, the answer comes in the form of her Before/After runway, or lack thereof.
Raja chooses Olivia Newton-John Waters a fun concept but one that sorely lacks in execution.
Its egregiously phoning it in, and Im absolutely certain it cost Raja her star tonight.
I dont think Id have been able to resist giving her the win.
A SHOOT, indeed.
TrinityI dont think anyone, contestant or viewer, is having a better time this season than Trinity.
And I think Ive deduced why: Trinity isnt intimidated by any of these girls.
And whos to say she isnt right?
This week she does pretty damn well.
Her RuPaul Charles II?
The details are all there, even if the impetus behind the idea is still a little puzzling.
And finally, her red eleganza is quite a feat as well.
Trinity takes her second win in two episodes and her first legends star.
The other queens may be worried, but Trinity sure isnt.
Jaidas Vanna White is the best of the bunch, and her runway commentary makes it even better.
(Vanna White was the first white lady allowed in my house growing up!)
Finally, the piece de resistance, her eleganza.
Jaidas goth, devilish black dress is a strong second place (after Raja).
It fits her like a glove, its chic but edgy, and its styled to perfection.
She grabs this challenge by the horns and delivers.
Im overjoyed to see it.
When it comes to the final showdown of the evening against Trinity, Jaida is even better.
Jaida has never lost a lip sync and tonight is no exception.
The multitude of fringe on her two-piece is working overtime, and its mesmerizing to watch.
Shes the clear victor and thus is given the power to block.
She chooses … Jinkx Monsoon!
Perhaps Jinkx overplayed her hand by telling the girls her stumbling days were over because Jaida believes her.
