Glee: Big Brother - The Softer Side of...Sue?

Editor's Note: Hey, Glee? We've about had it with you and your Blossom after school special vibe. We miss the days when you were campy and fun and the plot dictated the music, not the other way around. So until you improve, we're giving you short recaps because we just. Can't. Stand. It.  - Xoxo, YKYLF.

So here’s what you missed on Glee... and since the show has become as lazy as I am sometimes, I'm doing this recap in bullet form:

• It’s Senior Ditch Day! In...April? Does Lima go back to school in July?

• Quinn is now in a wheelchair, and in total denial that she may be a quadriplegic.

• Sue’s baby might have Down syndrome. She has a heart-to-heart with Becky, who gives her an amazing parenting tip: have lots of patience.

• Puck asks Finn to join him in California to launch his pool-cleaning business as the brains behind the operation, at which point my Pavlovian response was to turn to my left, then my right, and then faced the TV with a blank expression that asks, “Are you KIDDING me????”

• Blaine’s brother Cooper Anderson comes to town like a soldier returning from war, or in his case, from being a commercial star, and he criticizes Blaine to the point that Blaine takes a hot steamy angry shower in which his skin glistens like uncut diamonds against a velvet pouch in my dream safety deposit box in a Swiss bank. Ahem. Sorry.

• Not contributing anything to the plot this week are Mr. Schue, Emma, Asian, Other Asian, Mercedes, Trouty Mouth, Irish, Muy picante lesbiana Cheerleader, and Brittany S. Pears. Also, Karofsky was last seen in the hospital bed and I hope he’s working through his issues with a  counselor, because he’s going to need therapy until he’s at least 35.

Rachel's Melodramatic Solo of the Week:

Rachel was surprisingly not given a solo this week, so she had to console herself with a very pretty outfit.

I must say, however, that I’m a little tired of her trying to state her purity via fabric. She’s already had Finn open her box, so every time I see her trying to dress like Emma’s younger sister, it now looks like a Halloween costume, at least in theory.

Not say that she's not entitled to dress however she wants. I only want to know why she is allergic to trousers. The bow is a bit much but at least it is the same color as the rest of the top. The contrast with the black-and-white subtle polka dots (which reminds me of Dippin' Dots, may it rest in peace) makes the top pop out more, but she looks she's on her way to a boozy lunch with Elaine Stritch in the original Broadway version of Company. But hey, at least give the girl something memorable to wear if she’s not given a solo.

Brittany Bon Mots:

Brittany was once again wearing dressed in her cheerleader outfit, but the one line of the night goes to her:

"It’s springtime. I would like to see something give birth." I know the feeling, kiddo. Well, actually, I don't. Unless leftover chocolate bunnies from Easter can give birth. Mmm...chocolate baby bunnies...

Outfit of the Week:

The fashion all-stars of the week go to the fabulous Kurt and Blaine, and the smashing guest star Cooper Anderson. Even Sue’s lady parts are hurting every time he’s around.

Curious, though, that they dressed Cooper all in black/greys/shades thereof. Perhaps he’s trying to become James Franco and be all artsy and mysterious, and just ends up being irritatingly self-righteous and selfish? But since Matt Bomer has now become #1 on my own Freebie Five list, I thought that I should share his goodness with humanity in general. Thank you sweet Glee goddess, for I the gift of Matt Bomer.

By the way, I totally saw that coat on sale at TopMan the other day.

Even Sue is in love with him. Look how happy she looks when he dances! This is how Sue sees it ... or at least Cooper Anderson, this week.

Hold me, I'm frightened! Is this the dawning of a kinder, gentler Sue? (It IS 2012, after all...)

I would also like to post the numerous pictures of Blaine in symmetric-patterned tops with brightly-coloured skinny jeans. Plus, he was the one with the big melodramatic solos this week including a killer cover of “Somebody I Used to Know”.

He is absolutely killing it on a regular basis and I swear if the weather were nicer where I am, I’d walk around the office in these outfits.

At least he's doing better sartorially (if not emotionally) than his boyfriend, Kurt.

Note that while Blaine is dressed like he's in a Gaultier cologne ad circa 1994, that Kurt is channeling Johnny Weir. (Also, how come Kurt and Blaine don't talk about figure skating more often? We need more gays to talk about skating. I'll start: does the fact that Michelle Kwan NEVER won Olympic gold STILL keep you up at night once in a blue moon? No? Just me? Okay, then.)

So what will happen next week, Gleeks? Are you ok with our new short recaps? Or did you still want MORE, despite the fact that this show has become "a less compelling Degrassi with autotune"? (Thanks to YKYLF staffer Amanda for that chestnut.)

On My Way - Part 1 of 2 - Pre-Regionals

At best, I would describe this week’s episode of Glee as tonally inconsistent. At worst, I’d describe it as a disastrous mash-up of two PSAs that had no place being in the same episode, or perhaps on television at all. In the show’s first act, we saw Karofsky deal with some serious bullying and attempt suicide. Then the show dealt with that in strange, misguided ways. (Kurt rushing to the side of his former tormenter, Schu giving an Irish kid peanut butter to teach them about teen suicide, Sebastian immediately reforming his smarmy, jerkwad ways because that’s apparently what happens when someone tries to kill himself). In the second act we had Regionals, which felt incredibly off considering what had happened in the episode. I can’t enjoy the Troubletones belting out “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” in this context. And in the third act we had Rachel and Finn’s woulda-been wedding, and an incredibly obtuse lesson about the dangers of texting and driving. Is Quinn dead? We won’t know until the show is back from hiatus in April. And that’s what you missed on Glee!

This is a difficult episode to cover for a snarky fashion website, both because it dealt with some serious issues and because I have some serious problems with all that went down. But we have a job to do, folks, and I’m going to do it! Let’s start by talking about Rachel. How many red dresses does girlfriend own?

You have to admit, it’s a great color on her.

And this adorable nautical dress would have made YFYLF writer L-A swoon, had she not been too busy ranting about the episode.

Rachel also looked absolutely lovely in this polka-dot number with the red belt.

The role of blushing bride suits her, I guess. She really killed it (oh god, accidental bad pun – sorry) on the fashion front in this episode. I’m less impressed with Kurt. I wish we could see the stripes he’s rocking underneath that bland jacket. Love the look on his face, though – it’s because he’s addressing our nemesis, Sebastian.

Smarmy, smarmy, smarmy. Hate.

Kurt made questionable fashion choices throughout the episode. There was this shirt:

 Is that vintage? Like, vintage from the 1800s? It looks like it came from the set of Little House on the Prairie and he was out working in the fields with Pa Ingalls.

At least it’s better than this:

What is that supposed to be? Is he a sad clown? A sad mime? An old-timey black and white circus ringleader?

He did look cute here with Blaine – these boys sure know how to rock a jacket.

Kurt’s fashion choices have been questionable lately, but this red sweater and bow-tie combo makes my fashionable heart flutter.

And he brings the prep again in a striped polo.

I think we can attribute the morose facial expressions to the fact that Darren Criss knows he should have extended his stint on Broadway rather than take part in this Very Very Special Episode.

So how did the God Squad deal with the news that Karofsky had tried to take his own life? Mercedes ordered an Edible Arrangement.

I guess Mercedes is back to dressing like it’s 1998?

Sam and Dreadlock Teen Jesus looked sad in grey.

And Quinn questioned how someone could ever get to a place where taking your own life was an option.

Oh Quinn, have some compassion! Sure you got knocked up during high school, but everyone still loved you! Or that’s what Kurt argued, but he’s a little bit wrong. Quinn’s parents did practically disown her after all. And she went through that weird punk phase. Now she’s back to cardigans and floral skirts. It’s a good look for her.

Here’s another cute sweater/skirt outfit on Quinn, and again Mercedes looks like she’s stepped straight out of the 90s in that shiny jacket.

Quinn doesn’t always look cute, though – sometimes the demure looks is way too over the top. In this navy dress she looks about 45 years old.

Speaking of mistakes, let’s take a look at Sugar. First there was this:

What is on her head? What is that? A bow made out of ground up $100 bills? And don’t even get me started on the Irish kid and all those Charlie Sheen shirts. Who told him that’s what Americans wear?

Here he is again, in a shirt that makes him look like the only place to shop in Ireland is a Goodwill circa 1957.

He’s eating peanut butter because that’s how Will decided to talk about teen suicide. Yes, there are still teachers at McKinley High!

Just keep telling yourself you’re getting through to them, Will...

Tina certainly looks like she understands.

Or perhaps she’s just lost in thought, wondering if Sugar was dropped on her head as a baby.

With all the talk of teen suicide, you’d think there’d have been more appearances from Emma, the school guidance counselor.

There she is, with apparently the only faculty at McKinley High, learning the news of Karofsky’s attempted suicide. And I’m pretty sure that was the only time we saw her. Was she too busy handing out pamphlets to stop Will from pulling that stupid peanut butter gag?

We couldn’t get a good look at her outfit, but the detailing on her blouse was divine.

Next, onto Regionals and Rachel’s wedding!

Heart - Part 1 of 1 - Most Fav Holiday Eva!

Secret admirers, reverse psychology, broken hearts and a new voice. Ah who doesn't love Valentine's Day? It's Sugar's most fav holiday eva, so daddy dearest throws her a party for her and all her friends. The no-single-people-allowed rule made Artie and Rory fight for Sugar's heart, and with a devious story worthy of Blair Waldorf, Rory won the right to escort Sugar. Someone's none too happy about Santana and Brittany's relationship and has filed a complaint against their public displays of affection. Big bully Karofsky showed he is capable of love when he dressed as a gorilla and surprised Kurt. Rachel and Finn finally announced their engagement and Quinn and Kurt - the only two reasonable gleeks - refused to be a part of their big day. And Blaine got to wear a really cool eye patch. And that's what you missed on Glee!

I don't know what's more sad. The sorry state of all their wardrobes, or the fact that Sugar is now becoming my favorite character. She was on her game this week and her quirkiness most definitely rivals Britt's, but unfortunately her daddy's millions (or maybe billions, if he can buy Ireland) are not going towards enhancing her closet. Girlfran's got something going on over there with the over-sized bow and heart shaped glasses and whatever the heck that thing is hanging from her neck. No wonder why Artie started to fall for her, he's finally found someone who dresses as ooglay as he does!

Oh wait, he already dated Tina and there is no way in hell that anyone dresses worse than Tina. Case in point above. White sailor girl dress with puffy shoulders: would be cute on one of my dolls collecting dust up in my attic. Purple knee highs: so wrong for this outfit. So wrong for any outfit. White (yes, I said white) lace up boots: Heelllll NO babe. We don't wear white after Labor Day, and we don't ever wear what looks like patent leather white lace up army boots after ever.

As for Quinn, I actually like her navy blue dress with white shrug. The red bows are a cute little touch for Valentine's Day, but she looks a little too much like a 1950s housewife.

So we finally got to meet Rachel's dads! I will admit, I expected a little more oomph out of them, but I do love Jeff Goldblum. And I absolutely love that he wore a purple velour suit. He looked very dapper. As did Rachel's other dad in his twill vest and jeans.

I was pleasantly surprised with Rachel's wardrobe this week. Yes, this dress does remind me a little of Carol Brady, but I'm really digging the material, pattern and fit. It doesn't exactly flatter her body, but the super lose fit doesn't maker her look large either, which is a win in my book.

I was torn between the dress above or this one as being my favorite, but I think this one takes the gold.

The plunging v-neck looks awesome on Rachel's petite frame, and the solid blue on top and polka dot pattern on bottom is an adorable combo. And two things give it a great shape: the thin red belt (to adds waist definition), and pleating on the dress (to give a fun overall shape). Too bad Rachel always has to be standing next to this dud. I really fear for what their closet will look like once they get married, and not because of the tiny closet space in NYC apartments either.

Seriously, how many great pieces of outerwear does Rachel own? It really baffles me, since no one at McKinley ever dresses like there's a change in weather. But I'll take it since this red pea coat is beyond devine. She looks like a little Samantha American Girl doll, but not in a bad way. Is that possible? I guess it is.

OK, but Rachel's outfit below was way too heart-attack-tastic for me. I think she's falling into the housewife routine way too quickly.

Well you know, if normal housewives pranced around a grand piano holding hands and singing songs. But I do absolutely love Dad Goldblum's fuchsia sweater paired with his blue slacks. I'm not too keen on Professor Dad's outfit, but his jacket is pretty fun. Fun enough that I'd like to wear it.

Dear Rachel, take off your pants pronto and you'd be one sexy mamasita.

Aaaand another gorgeous red jacket. The over-sized collar and pewter colored round buttons make this look much more sophisticated and a little less Little Red Riding Hood.

Now, let's talk about our girl Sugar and her choices this week. Here's a closer look at the thing that died a-top of Sugar's head.

Sugar, honey, Blair Waldorf is the only one who can pull off wearing headbands with bows the size of Africa. And Serena is the only one who can wear ties and make them look cool. Please try to develop your own sense of style instead of stealing it from our favorite Upper East Siders. Thanks.

Mannnn I want to dance around in a shower of confetti! Even if I have to pay someone to do it for me!

Well hello, Mad Hatter!

And did you go snooping in your grandma's old jewelry box for that necklace? What is that? A bunch of pearls crocheted together? It looks like a pearl bulletin board with all those weird doodads stuck on. Ohmygod it's so hideous. Let's review. Pearls = good. Big pearls = great. A bunch of pearls strung together resembling a suit of armor = priceless, as in there is no price anyone in their right mind would ever pay for that piece of awfulness.

Now, as ridiculous as this next outfit is, Sugar's confident enough to pull off a tiara and if I could wear a tiara in my everyday life I totes would, so I can't knock her too much. And I actually think I would like her dress if I could see the whole thing. I'm just going to pretend like I never saw the ridiculous magenta shrug.

Speaking of rdiculous, Tina, was it really necessary to wear those black and white striped referee socks?

No, it wasn't. And Rory, I know you're not from this country, but here in America we do not roll up our pants as such. And Quinn, are you going square dancing later?

Ok, enough questioning. Mercedes is stunning in this red floor length gown belting out one of the greatest love songs of all time. I feel like in light of recent events, there is nothing I can say here but kudos on a job well done.

I never thought I would find myself saying this, but Mike Chang, you were my... wait for it... best dressed Gleekster of the week. His throw back to the newsies couldn't have come at a better time since the show is coming to broadway next month! (Yes, I already have my tickets!) Mike looked so awesome in this ensemble and he sang so well - I was so proud of how far he's come! Now, if he could only do something about that thing hanging off his arm...

I'm sorry, did I hit my head, pass out and wake up in 1890? Those are the epitome of antique shoes. And I can tell ya that they most likely were not stylish back then either. And what is with the bib on the front of your dress? Tina, get with the times!

Freakin' A, I don't even know which is worse. The hideous white boots worn in the wrong era, or these ridiculous grey and yellow lace ups with bumble bee outfit. Sugar and Tina are fo sho honorary members of the Mad Hatters tea party.

Mike Chang, I really feel like I should hate this outfit but you know what? I really don't! I'm kind of digging the neon yellow pants and bright blue cardigan. Everyone else is just blah, even Kurt. And it takes a lot for him to be blah.

I think Brittany and Sugar need to have a fashion-off. This Chiquita banana thing Britt's got going on upstairs is just plain dumb. I wore headpieces like that for my dance competitions and even at the age of eight knew they weren't meant to be worn by anyone who wasn't carrying a basket of fruit on their head.

Quinn's V-day dress is pretty. I like the fit on her and I can handle the many stripes and colors for about five minutes. Sam looks super spiffy in his black blazer, it's a nice change from his Letterman's jacket that he refuses to take off.

But I just felt so bad for Sam this week, and every song he sang he absolutely killed it. He's so cute that he can wear whatever he'd like. No snark there.

Again with this wearing white business. Quinn, it's apparently not summer so your white summer dress is wildly inappropriate. But your cerulean trench isn't half bad. I don't love it, but it'll do. Mercedes, I don't even know what you're wearing. Is that a shirt knotted at your waist? Or an insanely short cape? Whatever it is I don't like it. Your red pants however, A+.

Arg, more season inappropriateness! I just don't understand why it is so hard for the wardrobe department to put these girls in outfits that fit the season. Quinn looks like she's ready for Easter Sunday. Rachel looks like she's about to go sailing. And Sugar, well, Sugar looks like a Spice Girl, so I guess it doesn't really matter what season it is for her since nothing they wore ever made sense anyway. And I'm pretty sure there's a mouse in Disney World running around with no shoes on.

Brittany's under the sea dress actually is kind of cute. It's not creepy, weird like some of the other animal faced sweaters she's worn. And Mercedes looks smokin' in her pink dress.

Only Kurt could wear a metallic maroon suit and not make it look like he stepped off the set of Grease!

And only Blaine could wear an eye patch, red bow-tie and top-hat and make it look cool and not circus clown creepy.

And together, they make the cutest couple ever! Gah I just LOVE Kurt's outfit, LOVE IT! These two aren't just the model couple, they are models. Work it boys!

The Spanish Teacher - Part 1 of 2 - ¡Estar de Moda!

Episode Synopsis: There's a tenured position open at McKinley High, and Principal Figgins has Sue and Will going head to head AGAIN for the spot. Sue wants to have a baby and start a family once she's got tenure, but Will has the same idea for himself and Emma. The problem is that Sue is a jerk and Will is a terrible Spanish teacher. His frustrations increase when he starts taking night classes to brush up on his Español and meets David Martinez (RICKY MARTIN) the suave night school teacher who harbors a love for singing, dancing, and glee clubs. When David shows the New Directions kids his moves, everyone agrees that Will needs to work a little bit harder at his job. Mercedes is having issues; she wants to be with Sam, but she is still with her big football playin' boyfriend Shane, and doesn't want to hurt anyone. Emma advises Mercedes and Sam to stop talking to one another for a week to see how they really feel. Meanwhile, Emma is getting the brunt of Will's anxiety about tenure, Rachel tells Kurt and Mercedes about Finn's proposal, Kurt yells at Finn for giving up on himself, swim coach Roz Washington calls out Sue on how old and out of touch she is, and everyone realizes how tough the coming months will be as school comes to an end. Aaaand that's what you missed on GLEE!

Just to start us off on a high note, I want to show off how consistently sweet and lovely Emma Pillsbury is. EVERY EPISODE.

Yes, it's prim and proper and old-fashioned sweet, but it's also very current. We all know she shares Quinn's love of Anthropologie and has a personal stash of Kate Spade.

Exhibit B! Kate Spade skirt with a city skyline. BOOM. So adorable and so simple!

This polka dot day dress was absolutely stunning. I often feel that Emma could walk in and out of Katharine Hepburn/Spencer Tracy film with little to no alterations to her current wardrobe. That's classy.

Kurt is just so dapper sometimes I can hardly stand it. I mean, his motivation in the scene is to go convince Finn not to give up on himself before they've even graduated college and THIS is what he wears into the men's weight room: a belted gray sporting jacket, khakis tucked into boots, and a black turtleneck. Beautiful choices, Kurt my man.

Let's take a second to appreciate Brittany's face. Yes. Okay. Now let's move on to Doctor Quinn: Fashionable Woman. She's rocking a very springy look: I love the watercolor tone of the scarf against the khaki jacket, and when she stands up the dress is really unique too.

The piping trim on the jacket matches the red in the dress. Nice touch! Also, I can't say enough how much I love her haircut. Her long locks were so gorgeous, but this short 'do really does it for me. This is a girl who is taking control of her life.

Weirdly enough, I really find myself drawn to Sugar's outfits. The minute she opened her mouth in that first episode I though, "I don't know if I can handle this," but her wardrobe is so interesting and 70's chic. The furry vest and leopard print top is a combo that I might steer clear of, but Sugar Motta is fearless.

Seriously, I'm beginning to wonder if she pilfered her clothes from Jackie's closet on That 70's Show. The tawny jacket is really cute! (Also, I love Sugar's reactions to things. She's making faces to rival La Ricci's Bitchface Collection... but with a less bitchy edge.)

Okay, I love that Mercedes is rocking a super springy pink lip color with a top that matches. On some people I don't really dig the matching lip thing, but on Mercedes? It's classy. Classy like the sequin-lapel tuxedo jacket she's wearing. Awwww yiss.

Also this color blue looks great on her, and I love her hair. Mercedes is confidence personified! Except for the fact that she's in lurve with two guys... ummm....

Let's just take a second and stare at RICKY MARTIN. I mean, David Martinez, the Spanish teacher. Holy cow. The hair. The shoulders. The bod. I'm having flashbacks to the late 90's when he first started making music... yowza.

In accordance with how glorious RICKY MARTIN is, Santana pairs up with him to do Madonna's "La Isla Bonita" while wearing a red, red lip and a sassy black romper... dang girl.

For some reason I sort of want to watch "Selena" now. Is that wrong?

Michael - Part 1 of 2 - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough

It was only a matter of time before the New Directions paid tribute to MJ, beyond adorning their wardrobes with sequins and spangles (yes, I’m talking to you, Mercedes) and I think they did a bang-up job of it.  And speaking of a bang-up job, there was a little “Blood on the Dance Floor” when the New Directions confronted the Warblers in a classic West Side Story-esque showdown, only for Blaine to go down in all of his Tony Wycek glory when Sebastian launched a loaded slushie to his eye.  Santana, Artie, and Kurt are hell-bent on retaliation, but only Santana and her under-boob manage to pull off any kind of revengey scheme.  In light of Quinn’s early acceptance into Yale and Kurt’s finalist letter from NYADA, Rachel’s grasping at straws to plan a future for herself when her own NYADA letter is nowhere in sight.  Then, one mini-meltdown and one facially-charged duet later, Rachel agrees to marry Finn…but of course, four seconds later, she finds out she’s a NYADA finalist and her future of wedded bliss doesn’t seem so blissful anymore.  And that's what you missed on Glee! 

It’s go time for the New Directions and they know they need to ramp it up for Sectionals.  Who better to draw inspiration from than the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson.  Blaine busts a move in some awesome goldenrod trousers that are hiked up enough to showcase those amazing two-toned brogues. The white jacket just pulls the whole retro look together. 

But nothing tops the sequined jacket when he channels MJ and clearly, he can’t get enough of the ankle pants…but at least he knows how to work them.  Now, where’s my moonwalk?

I.  Love.  Shawl.  Collars.  It is the King of Collars.  Pair it with a simple striped pattern and you have the perfect winter sweater.  I mean, don’t you just want to cuddle with that—him?  I meant him.  

What sweater vests are to Schue, bow ties are to Blaine.  I’m not arguing.  I’m just sayin'.  

Well, this is what happens when the bow tie comes off and the black leather hoodie comes out.  Sick and tired of Sebastian’s set-list-stealing-arrogant-smirkiness, Blaine wasn’t content to let bygones be bygones with his former glee-mate. So, he and the New Directions meet the Warblers for what was possibly the most gangsta-like experience of their lives.   I say “gansta-like” because Quinn is in a floral dress and Brittany is still in her Cheerios uniform.  Really, ladies?     

And after their badass sing-off in an abandoned underground garage in the sleepy suburbs of Ohio, he was ambushed with a loaded slushie.   The good news?  He gets to recuperate in that very handsome pajama set and the eye-patch doesn’t mess up his perfectly slicked-back coif.  

And there to nurse his battle wounds is the ever-loyal Kurt.  But loyalty aside, what is with the ushanka? 

Unless he’s outside in sub-zero temperatures or sipping vodka in St. Petersburg, that’s just unnecessary. 

I guess we’re going for the deconstructed winter look because he left the hat at home but brought the snow boots and gloves along for the jaunt to the coffee shop. 

And sharp charcoal jacket aside, I’m really digging the sparkly tuxedo stripe down the leg of his trousers. 

Then, distraught over Blaine’s injuries, Kurt resorts to casual wear.  With the exception of the cape — because, come on, it’s a cape! — that side of his closet is kind of meh….unless my eyes have horribly deceived me and that’s a shawl collar I spy, in which case, win.  Shawl collar totes trumps the cape.  

  

Why, hello, cozy. 

He would make a lovely snow bunny sitting at the ski lodge in that wooly wintery piece.

But I wonder, is he studying how best to stick it to Sebastian? Or stewing over his as yet undetermined future with NYADA?  I had to hand it to him—when he had the chance to board the Bitch Town Express, he took the high road.  Nothing, not even going bat sh*t cray on Sebastian for hurting Blaine, was going to stop him from achieving his goal.

Not even earth tones. The tailored corduroy jacket and the plaid scarf are such masculine picks for Kurt, but I’m liking it.

Okay, I’m sorry, but every time I look at this picture I think that’s a Star Trek  Starfleet emblem (the turtleneck doesn’t help) and is it just me, or do his ears look pointier than usual?  Live long and prosper at NYADA, Kurt.  

Honestly, I don’t really care for the sailor crewneck here, but I was beyond thrilled to see a drawing of Kate Middleton posted in his locker.  But then again, what’s a show about the King of Pop without a queen thrown in there somewhere? 

Unlike Kurt, Santana was full steam ahead on the Bitch Town Express—nothing was going to stop her from squeezing a confession out of Sebastian.  Seems fitting, then, that she rocked the military get-up and epaulets — can you think anyone better than Lima Heights’s finest to lead the cavalry against the Warblers?

Loved the “Smooth Criminal” get-up!  It’s always so fun to turn a masculine piece like a tuxedo into something sexy and feminine.   Especially when there are electronics taped to your underboob and payback is on the agenda. 

The booties, however, stole the scene for me. Absolutely perfect.  It’s always better to go after the prize in a good pair of heels.    

Another Glee go-getter?  One Finn Hudson, who won’t stop asking Rachel for an answer to his utterly harebrained marriage proposal.  He’s so determined, so absolutely single-minded that he obviously doesn’t have time to think about what he wears.   Plaid shirts for regular days…

 

…and polo shirts for fancy days.  Maybe he thought sprucing things up with some American Eagle would sway a favorable answer from Rachel?  

With her future hanging in the balance, Rachel suddenly doesn’t know what to do with herself.  She did know that it was winter — finally! — and thought it a good idea to wear a sweater and tights.  I think I’d really like the black detailing on her black skirt if I could see it…unless she’s actually wearing a skort.  Sadly enough, I wouldn’t really put it past her.  

I could almost forgive a skort mishap because of her taste in outerwear.  Flawless every single time — from the gray tweed, the oversized collar, and what looks to be cape sleeves, it’s just perfect.  And her hair is great here. I’m a fan of curls on her. 

Oh, for the love of....  Back to summer wear, are we? 

Luckily for her, the colors are stunning and the print is interesting enough to make me wish I could see the whole ensemble.

I love the simplicity of this dress — the unadorned high neckline, the dainty cap sleeves, and the classic polka dot pattern make this dress a great go-to piece.

See what I mean about her fabu outerwear collection?  You can’t beat a red coat and when you add oversized buttons and a strong shoulder. It just works. 

Overall, her look for this episode has been toned down, and I'm giving golfclaps to the results.  Clean lines, simple patterns, minimal embellishment, and classic colors look so great on her.  This red frock is so flattering, and the soft pleating and little black bow keep the dress from bordering on boring.  Plus, when your primary accessory is an outrageously expressive face, you really can’t have too much going on with your outfit.

Love the lace and the bustier outline at the bodice, but admittedly, she did wear a lot of dark colors — a big change from her usual bright color palette. 

But, I suppose if I was scared out of my mind about the future and only knew that Plan A was a giant question mark and Plan B involved shackling myself to one person and one town for the rest of my life…well, I’d be a smidge depressed, too.