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House of Jazmin
- MTV
- Genre: Reality TV
Common Sense Media says
Reality show sews together fashion and family.
Parents say
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Kids say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that overall, this reality series about a young L.A. fashion designer is pretty mild -- especially for MTV. It focuses a lot on family relationships, hard work, and professionalism. That said, expect some tense moments and mild arguing, especially between Jazmin and her mother, who's also her business manager. Alcohol is served at fashion events (where you may also see some scantily clad models), and there's occasional strong language.
What's the story?
HOUSE OF JAZMIN follows the life of 20-year-old Jazmin Whitley, a successful up-and-coming L.A. fashion designer who wants to make her label, Li Cari, a household name. She runs her business with the help of her mother/business partner, Susan Costa, and best friend, Morgan Weirich. Younger brother Joey Costa helps out as their in-house photographer, while Jazmin's grandmother, “Nonna” Licari, offers lots of food and moral support. Life is never dull for Jazmin as she juggles her time sketching new designs, fitting models for runway shows, and hanging out with her friends in the sun.
Is it any good?
By looking through the eyes of a likable young woman just starting out in the business, the show offers a fairly fresh glimpse into the kind of work that goes into fashion and clothing design. It also shows some of the business' less glamorous side, including the effort of planning just a single fashion event and the kinds of pressures that designers face when attempting to promote their label.
While the series lacks some of the drama of fashion-themed reality competitions offer, it still highlights some behind-the-runway energy. And the unique family dynamics create some humor as well as tension, especially when Susan blurs the line between mother and business manager. Bottom line? House of Jazmin will definitely appeal to young fashion hopefuls, and it's not too MTV-edgy for them to watch.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how this show compares to some of MTV's other reality shows. Is there a certain type of show you expect from MTV?
Why do you think a young professional like Jazmin would agree to be featured on a reality show? Is it for promotional purposes, or are there other reasons?
What kind of work and skills go into becoming a fashion designer? Is it as glamorous as the runway shows we see on television? Do you think
this show offers a “real” example of the kind of work that fashion designers
do?
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I like the show. It shows an up and coming designer that is young and full with ideas. I think it's awesome that MTV took out the time to showcase someone that not to many people know about, and I can't wait to start wearing her clothing line after I have this baby.
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I really love this show. it has fashion friends and family and it is cool that mtv made a show that younger kids can also watch
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Fun for the whole family
I loved it. Hard work pays off. Go after your dreams.
Go Jazmin
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love it, it shows you the struggles , the fun with this show :D
its my favrorite
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very good
i love it........ but her clothes are WAY TO FANCY TO WEAR IT ....if she made clothes more like KIRA PLASTANINA it would be more wear style!!!!!..
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rocken
Haven't seen it but from the clips i liked it
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| TV rating: | TV-PG |
| Network: | MTV |
| Cast: | Jazmin Whitley, Morgan Weirich, Susan Costa |
| Genre: | Reality TV |
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