Queer Eye for the Straight Guy Season 3, Episode 6: Mechanic Mike

Championship Make Better

54 min

A Pigskin Proposal:Brian M.

Brian is a NY Jets fan.After his adoration for the jets comes his girlfriend Rachel,who he would love to marry.So,where's the perfect place to propose?amid a romantic dinner?on a stroll through a beautiful garden? nope.At a Jets game during halftime.Carson decides to get Brian some fancy sportswear which includes a Jet green t-shirt that says MARRY ME and a pair of khakis covered with Jet logos and little footballs.He also gets Brian a gray suit for the wedding(cross your fingers).Jai teaches Brian how to arrange a bouquet.Kyan after taking a whiff of Brian's current ""fragrance""(cough,cough,stench,cough)takes Brian to a aroma shop where they get a new scent.After a off camera haircut Kyan stocks the bathrooms of with enviromental friendly products.Ted gets Brian a new grill and shows how to make raspberry-port-chipotle sauce and sliced buffalo steak sandwiches. Thom does the usual awesome job on the living room, rearranges the study/office to look bigger and be more functional,and does

54 min

Queer Eye for the British Guy: Simon B.

Completely forgetting their British counterparts,the Fab 5 have hopped on a plane(1st class of course) to help a former rocker out. Simon Britton with his once wild now blah mop of red hair,an apartment a smaller if not smaller than those of NYC,a case of stage fright,and a wardrobe of either black or bold colors is going back on stage for the 1st time in 6 years,yeah!.Carson after an encounter with the Buckingham Guards mixes suit jackets with band shirts.He uses nothing but British designers.Jai after finding out Simon has always loved to fly takes him and his girlfriend Mary to the London Circus School for trapeze lessons and gives him reminders for dealing with stage fright.Also as Simon's apartment is so little Jai rigged a digital music system which consists of thus:Simon hits a button on his computer keyboard and music will play through out the house.Kyan is a counselor in this episode as Simon's trademark is his LONG wild red mane,in the end with the support of Kyan,Anthony the

54 min

An American Straight Guy in London: Darin D

Darin is about to get his PhD (yeah!)and it involves spending a year or 2 in London (yeah!),he has a lovely wife named Julie (yeah!)and they made some friends (yeah!).However,there are some troubles(oh):Darin has been dressing way too repetitively,he only cooks things involving chicken,cheese and mushrooms,and as there is only 1 income(Julie's) the couple hasn't been able to enjoy London's awesome culture and the apartment is covered in fourth of July stuff and its rather untidy.Carson shows Darin how dress neater,to look more professional and his shirts are all things that move as Darin is prone to backne(more in a bit).Jai takes Darin the Fab 5's hotel room for a lesson in housekeeping.Jai has arranged for the couple to enjoy tea at fancy hotel,a boat ride on the Thames river,and then a ride on the London Eye where some of their family members will be waiting!however,it's all been arranged as a scavenger hunt and its Darin's job to make up the clues...Kyan gets Darin a backne facial,

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The Dude Gets a Haircut: Brud L.

Brud and Susan are happy.They've raised 4 kids,been together for 20+ years,and they've been divorced for 2 years but are still living with each other.So they're having a re-commitment ceremony which will be performed by their daughter Alyssa.Their son Andy submitted Brud who has 30 years worth of hair,wears nothing but tye dye shirts,jeans and work boots, and his house is crowded and an interior eyesore.Carson brings Brud's son Andy along as a helper,and they attire Brud in earthy colors,a poplin suit,and drawstring pants.After Brud and Andy leaves Carson gets Susan a sensational ensemble.Jai takes Brud and Susan to a jewelry store for new rings,they include Susan's first ever diamond.Jai also has Brud write his vows for the ceremony.Kyan is amazed at Brud's face (he's handsome-who knew?) after the cut and to make sure it's still looks good gets him all natural cleansers.Ted shows Brud and his son Lenny how to bake and frost a wedding cake.Thom along with yet another son Josh get a tre

54 min

A Closet Thespian: Alex M

Alex has longed to act since high school.But age 29 he's only now realizing it, he was inspired to pick the craft after 9/11 when re realized life is way too short.So the Fab 5 are more than happy to help him. Problems:When Alex and moved into his wife Carine's apartment she left,actually she left no room for his stuff.His hair is kinda shapeless,he's a closet smoker and wants to quit,Carine's apartment consists of:white walls,mounds of laundry,and that's about it.Alex's wardrobe consists of things from his former Wall Street job and he's afraid his style sucks so he hasn't had any head shots done.Carson gets Alex some striped shirts and new blazer he later rearranges the apartment so Alex has his own closet.Jai and Alex prep for Alex's audition with Jai's acting coach,they later look over Alex's new head shots and Jai actually sneaks around Carson's back and tells Alex what to wear!(the blasphemy),Kyan gets Alex a haircut and some head shots,he then gives Alex a book of encourage

54 min

Minor League Loser to Major League Schmoozer: John D.

John loves baseball. He loves his job as Assistant General Manager to the Staten Island Yankees.He would also love to meet Emily,his friend he's been talking with on-line for the past 4 years.Problems:John's boss feels that John's wardrobe of Hawaiian shirts aren't really very professional,his apartment is a mess,he eats nothing but fast food and frozen stuff,and he's thrown his back out several times.Carson after seeing John's apartment gets him clothes that will survive if being thrown on the floor,lots of sandals(john has sweaty feet),Jai prepares a guest kit made of candles,fluffy towels,and perfumed soap for Emily.He also makes up a chores chart for John and his roommate.Kyan has also had back pain so he teaches John some stretches and exercises to lessen the probability of things getting worse.Also a new mattress helps out too.Ted and John go to a fancy grocery store where they healthy freezer food and John is taught how to make bruschetta.Thom does Johns apartment in a stylish p

54 min

From Minor Disaster to TV SportsCaster: Kord S

Kord is a camera guy.He longs to get in front of it to become a sportscaster.He promptly hurt his Achilles Tendon,blocking him from casting.Months later his tendon is better, so he's ready to try again.Problems:from being sedentary and horizontal from his leg he's packed on a couple pounds,he has to do something with his hair and make up,he could use some on camera help,his girlfriend Marina 's taste dominates the apartment,and he only has two (ill fitting)suits.He also would love to cook Marina this awesome dish but he can't find one certain ingredient. Carson and Kyan get Kord a blue suit,a raincoat, and some other things.Jai has veteran sports caster Ahmad Rashad give Kord some tips, also Ahmad also promised Kord that if the work tonight goes well Ahmad will try and get him a audition with NBA Inside Stuff. Jai also gets Kord a laptop,digital camcorder and editing equipment so Kord can practice casting at home.Although Kord needs a haircut,Kyan decides it's best if they work on his

54 min

The Best Little Frat House in Texas:Cameron A.

The Fab 5 are off on another road trip,this time it's Dallas,and the make over is actually an entire fraternity!Sigma Chi the ""Biggest""frat on University of North Texas campus, well isn't.The place is a mess,all the fridges are empty save the bugs and stains.The walls are full holes,Sigma Chi letters,and that's about it.The person in charge of these ruffians is Cameron the rush chairman.Cameron has a plan:Rush is a a week,so have a party, invite a ton of sorority girls,the girls should tell guys they know that Sigma Chi is awesome and they should pledge to it.TA DA! it should work...So Carson after hosing everybody after a food fight,takes Jai,Cameron and about 3 or 4 brothers to a store where they actually dress in the middle of the store!They guys look great in button downs,layered polos,and Cameron in a purple pinstriped suit. Later on,Carson surprises the entire house with racks and bags of new clothes.Jai does do much except remind the guys of their manners and....manage to b

54 min

An Overdue Reunion:Joe H.

Joe is a new dad with daddy issues.His son River is adorable, his wife Penny lovely,his mom supported and loving,his dad no idea.Joe and dad had a falling out when Joe was 19,and 19 years later they're seeing each other again. Problems:Joe's home is plain.Joe's colorblind leading to some interesting outfits.Joe is an amateur songwriter and he would love to perform something for his dad,there is a very depressed fish in a nasty looking tank in the family dining room.Joe has a scraggly amount of hair and Joe would love to find a way to connect with River.Carson sets up a system of dividing colors in Joe's closet.Jai and Shawn Colvin go over one of Joe's songs and help him tweak the lyrics.Jai also teaches Joe how to wrap a present,Jai surprises Joe with a new amp,Jai also sends the fish to an aquarium.Kyan and Joe get their haircut together,and later Kyan gives a lesson in baby massage as way for Joe and River to bond.Ted takes Joe and Penny to a huge Central Market and get the ingredien

54 min

Home on the Ranch:Scott B.

Carson is ecstatic in this episode.He's surrounded by Scott's horses.Scott grew up in Texas and then moved to Arizona where he meet Jessica and together had their lovely girl Katherine.When Scott found out he had go back home,Jessica willing came with him leaving her friends and family behind.Scott would love to have his family meet Jessica and make her feel at home.Problems:Scott's wardrobe is denim,denim and more denim.The house has been cleaned up but it still kinda smells and Scott is being bothered by old injuries.Carson decides that Scott has enough work clothes and gets him some party and relaxation clothes including cahsmere sweaters, a suede jacket,and a new cowboy hat.Jai takes Jessica and Scott to the Dallas Muesum of Art where they discuss a painting.At home Scott is told to make a wildflower bouquet and think up a way to introudce Jessica to his firends and family.Kyan takes Scott to an acupuncturist ,he laters brings an animal acupuncturist to help out one of Scott's hor

54 min

From the Doghouse to the Altar: Joe U (Wedding)

54 min

Emergency Room to Emergency Wedding: Christian H

54 min

When Two Worlds Collide: David P and Maria

54 min

Surprise Our Stud With Stag Pary: Ryan M

54 min

Expose the Moose for Charity: Stephen G

54 min

Make Star's Brother a Star: Michael B

54 min

Clean Up Zookeeper to turn him into a Keeper: Carlos F

54 min