Forget Tim and Heidi - here at The Budget Babe, we have our own opinion about who should have won the runway competition in the Season 4 premiere episode of every fashionista's favorite reality TV show, Project Runway - and that would be Chris, a self-taught freelance Costume Designer in New York City with a client list that includes Cirque du Soleil, Madonna and Thierry Mugler.

According to his bio on the Project Runway website, Chris' favorite designer is Dior - and it certainly shows in the elegant, high-drama royal purple evening gown which he created for the first challenge. It's simply stunning, and we could easily see someone like Halle Berry rockin' this gorgeous creation on the red-carpet.

But what do you think? Who's your fave designer so far? (We do realize the third episode aired last night, but we're trying to catch up - so bear with us, we'll get to the other episodes soon!)

We were kinda surprised to learn that Victoria's Secret ranked second among retailers who recorded the highest online apparel and accessories purchases in July, according to a September 2007 article in Women's Wear Daily. The average amount spent per buyer: $177.74

Then again, we knew more than a few hardcore Victoria's Secret catalog shoppers back in college - the kind who would pour over each new issue then gleefully proceed to order half the store. We preferred to dissect the models in vain hope of finding some imperfection (we didn't find any) and pointing out obvious photoshoppage to anyone within earshot.

Still, we heart Vicky S, and so we'd have to say it's a "Yea" - but honestly their stuff isn't exactly cheap and it can be kinda hit or miss in terms of quality. Except, that is, when it comes to their panties (and their bras, according to my sister). LOVE the 5 for $25 deals. Also love how colorful, girly and naughty their brick-n-mortar stores always felt when we were mere teen mall rats.

Overall, we have a feeling that Victoria's real "Secret" is that they've mastered the art of selling the ultimate female fantasy. When you have flawless angels peddling your wares, does the product even matter? And in all fairness, what girl doesn't adore cute lingerie and loungewear? Heck, we know we do!

Oh, and the one time we ordered from the catalog, we ended up returning half the items because they were ill-fitting and didn't look anything like the photos. No, we weren't expecting to look like Heidi Klum, we just wanted an elegant, luxurious pair of silk jammies. Sadly, the set we purchased was anything but.

However, we are more than willing to give them another try - especially with the big pajama sale they have going on right now. So feel free to share any and all thoughts, and if anyone has had a great experience shopping the VS website, let us know!!

Featured above: We're loving these Thermal long jane pajamas in houndstooth on sale for $39.50, PLUS get a free pair of slippers with code PJSLIPPER ...great gift idea!