The Pit Stop AS9 E02 🏁 Trixie Mattel & Violet Chachki Back For A Ball! | RuPaul’s Drag Race AS9
Summary
TLDRIn this lively episode of 'The Pit Stop,' Trixie and Violet Chachki come together to recap RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9, Episode 2. They critique the contestants' performances in a ball-themed challenge, discussing aesthetics, creativity, and the art of drag. With humor and insight, they analyze each queen's look, from Plastique Tiara's exquisite designs to Georgina's less impressive efforts. The conversation is filled with banter and backstage gossip, providing fans with an entertaining and informative review of the episode.
Takeaways
- 🎭 The conversation revolves around the show 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars', discussing the performances and looks of the contestants.
- 💄 Trixie and Violet Chachki critique the contestants' fashion and aesthetics, with a focus on originality and creativity.
- 👑 There is a strong emphasis on the importance of standing out and bringing a unique style to the competition, especially in an All Stars season.
- 🤔 The dialogue touches on the challenges contestants face when sewing and creating their outfits, with some queens being more adept at it than others.
- 🎨 The use of color, theme, and overall design is a significant aspect of the critique, with contestants encouraged to push boundaries.
- 👗 The discussion highlights the transformation and growth of some contestants since their previous seasons on the show.
- 🌟 The queens' performances are not just about charity but also about showcasing their competitive spirit and desire to win.
- 🎉 There is a mention of the importance of versatility, with contestants expected to demonstrate a range of skills, including humor and performance.
- 🎉 Plastique and Gottmik are highlighted as standout performers in the episode, with their looks and performances receiving high praise.
- 🏆 The conversation concludes with speculation about potential winners of the competition, with Chanel being a favored contender.
- 📅 Violet Chachki promotes her upcoming residency at the Crazy Horse in Paris, indicating the diverse opportunities available to drag performers.
Q & A
What is the main theme of the episode being discussed in the Pit Stop?
-The main theme of the episode being discussed is a ball, where the queens have to create a garment and hand paint it for the Maxi challenge.
Who are the hosts of the Pit Stop discussing RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars?
-The hosts are Trixie and Violet Chachki, who are critiquing and recapping the show.
What was the subplot in Trixie's season of RuPaul's Drag Race?
-The subplot in Trixie's season was about her mom's life.
What challenge did the queens face in the episode?
-The queens faced a challenge to create a garment for monochromatic drag, imitate art, and paintball eleganza.
What does Trixie suggest as her charity if she were to participate in the competition?
-Trixie suggests a charity related to helping animals, possibly something like 'Love Aminals'.
How does Trixie describe her experience when she first met Violet Chachki?
-Trixie describes her experience as being scared when she first met Violet because of her intense presence.
What is the significance of the phrase 'shut up the body H' mentioned by Violet Chachki?
-The phrase 'shut up the body H' is a playful and colloquial way to say that someone's physique is impressive or noteworthy.
What does Trixie say about her experience with makeup artist Plastique?
-Trixie shares that Plastique made her cry during a makeup session because she was very aggressive with the brush and poked Trixie in the eye.
What is the general opinion of the hosts regarding the importance of aesthetics in drag?
-The hosts believe that aesthetics are crucial in drag, especially at the All Stars level, and that queens should be confident in their visual presentation.
What does Trixie suggest as a potential side hustle for Chanel?
-Trixie suggests that Chanel should have a home makeover shop, calling it 'The Chanel Motel'.
What is the hosts' opinion on the importance of self-awareness in drag?
-The hosts believe that self-awareness is important, as queens should know their strengths and weaknesses, especially in a competition setting.
What is the hosts' view on the concept of alliances in drag?
-The hosts express that drag is not a team sport and alliances are not necessary, as each queen should be able to stand on their own.
What does Trixie say about her approach to helping others in her season of Drag Race?
-Trixie states that she did not help others in her season, as she believes in not pitying the fool and focusing on her own performance.
What does the hosts' critique of the queens' looks reveal about their expectations for All Stars?
-The hosts expect the queens to bring their best work, with unique spins on themes and high-quality construction, especially since they are All Stars.
What is the significance of the phrase 'life's not fair' mentioned by Trixie?
-The phrase 'life's not fair' is a reference to a moment from a previous season of RuPaul's Drag Race, highlighting the competitive nature of the show.
Outlines
🎙️ Trixie and Violet Chachki Discuss Drag Race All Stars
Trixie welcomes viewers to 'The Pit Stop', a show recapping 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars'. She is joined by Violet Chachki to critique the queens in season 9, episode 2. They discuss the importance of sacrifice for art, with Trixie expressing her dedication to her craft. They reminisce about their time on 'Drag Race', with Trixie mentioning her growth since the show and Violet commenting on her own transformation. They also discuss the competitive nature of the All Stars, the pressure to look good, and the charity aspect of the competition.
🏆 Violet Chachki's Critique and Personal Charity Work
Violet Chachki shares her thoughts on the queens' performances, emphasizing the need for high standards in an All Stars competition. She discusses her personal charity work, suggesting a foundation that supports homeless queer individuals, reflecting on the prevalence of homelessness in Hollywood. The conversation also touches on the queens' strategies, such as Angeria cutting off Roxy, who is seen as a threat. The discussion highlights the competitive spirit and the desire to win, even when competing for charity.
🎨 The Art of Drag: Creativity and Competition
The conversation shifts to the art of drag, with the hosts discussing the challenge of creating a garment and hand-painting it. They talk about their approaches to visual art and fashion, with Violet expressing her confidence in working with paint. The discussion includes thoughts on previous winners and the pressure of performing well in a ball episode. They also touch on the importance of aesthetics and self-awareness in drag, emphasizing the need for queens to understand what works for their style and body.
👗 Drag Race Fashion Critique and Personal Style
The hosts critique the fashion choices of the queens on 'Drag Race All Stars', discussing the importance of originality and the ability to construct a look that flatters the body. They comment on the performances of individual queens, such as Angeria's bustle train and Chanel's Japanese-inspired look. The conversation also includes personal anecdotes, such as Trixie's experience with Mick's makeup skills and their shared history in the drag scene.
💄 Makeup and Hair: The Details That Make Drag Stand Out
The discussion delves into the specifics of drag makeup and hair, with Trixie and Violet commenting on the queens' techniques and the impact of these details on their overall look. They discuss the importance of a well-defined hairline and the ability to create a cohesive and polished appearance. The conversation also touches on the personal preferences of the hosts, with Trixie admitting to not wearing as much makeup as others and Violet praising Plastique's hair and makeup skills.
🌟 Top Looks and Performances of the Episode
The hosts review the top looks and performances from the episode, highlighting Plastique's and Gottmik's standout presentations. They discuss the creativity and execution of the looks, as well as the performances during the lip sync challenge. Trixie and Violet express their admiration for the queens' ability to turn up the heat and deliver on stage, even when the pressure is on.
🏆 Final Thoughts and Predictions for All Stars
In the final paragraph, the hosts share their final thoughts on the episode and make predictions for the season. They discuss the potential winners, with names like Plastique, Gottmik, and Roxy being mentioned. Violet also promotes her upcoming residency at the Crazy Horse in Paris, expressing her excitement for this dream come true. The conversation wraps up with a reminder for viewers to subscribe for more content and a playful sign-off from Trixie.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars
💡Trixie Mattel
💡Violet Chachki
💡All Stars
💡Drag
💡Critique
💡Ball Episode
💡Makeup
💡Costume Design
💡Competition
Highlights
The importance of sacrifice for the sake of art is discussed, emphasizing the commitment to one's craft.
Trixie and Violet Chachki's long-standing friendship and their experiences on RuPaul's Drag Race are highlighted.
Violet Chachki's transformation and growth since her time on the show are praised by Trixie.
The competitive nature of the show is emphasized, with a focus on the high standards expected from All Stars.
The significance of charity in the competition is mentioned, along with the personal motivations of the queens.
Roxy's competitive spirit and her influence on the other queens is discussed.
The queens' individual charity preferences are shared, reflecting their personal values and causes they champion.
Chanel's Christmas-themed side hustle is explored, revealing her passion for the holiday season and home decor.
The challenges of competing against legendary drag queens like Roxy and Chanel are acknowledged.
The queens' strategies for the Maxi challenge are revealed, including their approaches to fashion and visual art.
Plastique's exceptional design abilities and her impact on the show are celebrated.
The importance of self-awareness and aesthetics in drag is emphasized, especially at the All Star level.
The queens' performances in the paintball challenge are critiqued, with a focus on their creativity and execution.
The top two queens of the week are announced, showcasing their exceptional performances.
The lip sync performance of Got Meek is discussed, highlighting the versatility required in the competition.
The decision to eliminate last week's winner is justified, emphasizing the unpredictability of the show.
Violet Chachki's future performance residency at the Crazy Horse in Paris is announced.
Transcripts
these [ __ ] need to shave sacrifice
something for the art [ __ ] that's how I
feel about razor bur that's how I feel
about the beard to drag queens that's
what I'm saying like girl we all look
like you want to be hot as a boy don't
you thank you join the mole people or
get out or get out of here exactly cut
the crap hang up the heels [ __ ] you
already have porn we already gave you
that yes cuz when you and I started
doing porn it's I was like wait what you
talking about oh you're like me oh so I
was like well that was a long time ago
hi it's Trixie and welcome back to the
pit stop the show where we're going to
recap RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars I can
like feel your eyes she's like
critiquing my supposed to look [ __ ]
she's begun
critiquing no look away look away okay
hi it's Trixie welcome back to the pit
stop and today we're going to recap
RuPaul's Drag Race Allstar season 9
we're on episode 2 and it's a ball so we
had to call in the big guns to critique
the girls Violet chachki is here people
I love it thank you so much for having
me Trixie let's just take a moment you
just look beautiful thank you have you
ever not looked beautiful I don't know
there's been so much Beauty it's hard to
keep up well cuz I met you when you were
21 right and I was 24 oh my God and most
people 21 years old on Dragon race
they're supposed to be kind of learning
curve or they look like you really
didn't do that huh I luckily we timed it
just right you however
my God what a transformation I know you
weren't even capable of a glow up like
you don't get to have that glow well
luckily you know it was just that weird
timing in drag when it was still like
you could be a little dodgy now it's
custom now like oh my runways through
the season had a subplot about my mom's
life I'm like what the I'm like I was
stapling a bow out of my head like it's
really crazy yeah I mean you were scary
on our season let's just say it when you
walked in I was scared do you have any
like main memories of seven
I remember getting like told to be quiet
a lot I was a talker I love when you
would snap on people I still do you know
that's what you're here today just play
your cards right
baby he hasn't changed that
much and that's why I think you're a
good guest for this ball because
honestly these are Allstars and I know
they're competing for charity but they
deserve to be critiqued at an All-Star
level and I kind of think of you have
the Simon cow of the pit stop wow
because of the body H I was going to say
cuz I'm the B yeah
right yeah I was going to say that
makeup's looking Wackadoo shut up [ __ ]
fix it you're supposed to critique the
contestants not the host thank you I
actually like this look that you have on
today not the actually see I no it's
cute I love you and fear you and so
knowing you were coming see I don't even
know they lowered my chair when you got
here by were like Violet's here let's
make Trixie this one well you have this
big thing on your head hair loaf loaf I
knew you were coming and I was like
either I'm going to tryy to wear one of
my really nice dresses or just be myself
where are those and I decided to be
myself so this is you I mean down to the
scuffed white shoe I love it you're I
asked Brandon to take acetone and clean
these off but BS were scuffed two babies
so it's fine oh my go listen at least
her bottoms were one rad these are go go
these are 40 mom what do you know what
$40 gole Booth I used to know well I've
known you for a long time so when we did
this over your episode of The Pit Stop
is still the highest watchable time
really yeah wow what an
honor that's the spirit oh my God this
Allstar nine cast is great do you know
these girls I worked with all these
[ __ ] except I think in jury I just
met in passing uh georg's just met and
passing they'll get a turn yeah excited
to see goic back competing huh are you
ready for her to crash the system I
think we've crashed the system enough my
love I was expecting a new catchphrase
are you right else you want your money
back yeah well I don't know
if I don't know if you clocked that in
the first episode during the reading
challenge got Mi got called your
assistant true how horrible assistant
yeah got to go I'm looking for
someone new right got mx's going to be
on the road now I need I need help
serious help just not cutting it yeah
geta oh so let's get into this cuz we
have a lot of looks to discuss and I
trust your POV with drag like completely
unflinchingly and I will never disagree
with you cuz I do think you're always
right really that's so much pressure
you're putting on me yes every time I've
ever gotten a compliment for you I like
take it home and make love to it it
means so much to me cuz for you to say
something's good it's good yeah well I
think that's the whole
point what would your charity be the
Violet chki Foundation no shoe Left
Behind shut up um okay so what would
yours be you know we talked about this
I'm love aminals so probably something
amol related like Angie but also I live
in Hollywood and the homelessness is
wild so something true probably about
that cuz that would benefit you well
queer people are like how many times
more likely to be homeless and I would
love to stop that last time angeria won
the first lip sync of the season and
decided to cut off Roxy I mean it's fair
to say the queen see Roxy is a threat
right oh my God I mean she's a threat to
everyone she's I feel threatened by her
might even on the season right Roxy is a
forc to be Rec with I think she's a
competitor where she walks in and you if
you're a competitor you go damn it of
course she's going to do good at all and
I like we'll get into it but we're kind
of getting it's still Roxy but it's like
the Care Bear version she's not as she
turned
ited dark sided gargoyle's demon
psychics she's a little more like
playful I like the just jugular going
for it it is I I I supposed to be Care
Bear today I don't think you're capable
of that so
by the way unrelated but did you know
that Chanel had that little Christmas
side hustle um did I know she had the
Christmas side hustle do you follow her
on Twitter yes girl her social media is
my favorite she's like this is my home
this is my curio cabinet full of empty
vases I'm like yes her home decor
pictures it is really I love it it's
like blacks and chromes and Furs tiger
print couch with vinyl pillow and yeah
it's Bobby trendy with designing houses
you know damn that's what it looks like
and I live for it Chanel needs to have a
home makeover shop the the Chanel Motel
the Chanel Motel talk about side hustle
I honestly think that should be her main
hustle I think she wants it to be we
should go over to Chanel's and try to
help her with their Christmas Behavior I
want to be an elf for her a little
worker be yes I love Christmas really I
do the music the food the all of it the
songs the movies oh go d i for salite it
is so beautiful family yeah and I love
Candy Cane Lane by CA so Niche no it's a
hit song it plays in the mall at the
mall it plays in the mall you go to the
mall is that where you got this no I got
it online online what do you love about
Chanel I like when she said nobody here
has told me that I'm beautiful and I am
beautiful I'm beautiful on the inside as
well as the outside so I nominate myself
I like that also of course absolute
Mandarin iconic this episode we got to
see her Christmas thing and it just I
don't even like Christmas and suddenly
I'm like I need to hire her well if you
want to hire her to decorate your house
I'm not sure you can live in that house
like where does she make coffee in the
morning I don't there's got to be a
gingerbread coffee station somewhere
what do she wake up next to a glowing
snowman good morning honey and like yeah
know it's a candy cane bed and she jumps
out in the elf costume so you think it's
intimidating from the newer Queens like
angeria and Georgia to compete against
like Roxy and Chanel I mean these are
like Legends to them right do I think
that it's intimidating for them probably
question yeah I mean Chanel's an icon a
legend and same with Roxy I would be
intimidated but not that intimidated
Roxy and Chanel are both natural
competitors right they really are there
to win and do the best work I thought
they were there for charity it is for
charity but for these [ __ ] it's also
about saying I won no even with these
are drag queens we're fighting for
charity I'm like girl love and light
peace and blessings but you want to win
and you want bookings honey bookings
that book honey I'm here to get booked
so miss georgees announces to everyone
that she would have cut off nah oh I
love anytime a girl goes well that's cuz
she knows I'm competition I love
self-proclaim I'm the biggest threat
they're threatened by me it's my
favorite thing a queen can do the way to
wind drag now is to be middle of the
road that's what you did get into it why
and look at you now and look at look
we Now you won the very first challenge
in season 7 what does it feel like to
get a little bit of momentum right away
it was so weird actually cuz you guys
were so mean to me remember I was
getting picked last it was so odd
wouldn't you want to pick the girl who
just won the challenge that's weird that
people didn't I think you picked me last
we don't have to go it's not about
specific why did you pick me last let's
get into this [ __ ] I don't think we
need to like get into it it's kind of a
blur whenever I get on a plane I go
welcome
[ __ ] airs the queens of the sky that was
a cute challenge that really was I
thought could have slayed kti's part no
tea Rue enters alongside Bruno and
announces for the Maxi challenge we're
having the
paintball I like that name have you ever
been
paintballing yes you it's horrible
Milwaukee that feels very like that part
of no Milwaukee has real guns like in
the country like I remember my brother
used to send me paintballing it's
horrible it hurts people shooting at you
damn when you put it like that the three
categories are monoch chromatica drag
imitates art and paintball Eleganza
where the Queens have to create a
garment and hand paint it wow are you a
visual artist in that way I've doubled
you're not intimidated by a bucket of
paint no I celebrate that I mean it's a
ball episode I think we all want to know
what would you have done for the Mi the
outfit well obviously for your car you
would have done violet yeah yeah what
artist would you have done Norman
Rockwell and just come out as like a
pilgrim love you know with a turkey yes
I would do Norman fing Rockwell oh so
there' be like some action going on yes
well what would you have done for like a
garment that you're painting would you
build the Garment and then paint it or
would you want to paint the fabric and
then build from that I would want to
build the Garment and then paint on it
that's what I think I would do too I
don't think making a print is like the
way to go no we see some print making I
don't think it was necessarily
successful yeah know that was bad we'll
get into that
yeah oh that was that was great thank
you got mck won the ball in season 13
which is of course the episode of The
Pit Stop we did over Zoom M I mean does
that make gotm the one to beat in a ball
I think so I mean gotm is my drag family
at this point let's be honest I think
he's got the chops also Roxy and then
now you have plastique in the mix too
which honestly let's just like we're
going to get into it but yeah [ __ ] so
meanwhile Roxy Andrews is fast at sewing
cuz they're sewing and then there's
somebody who really knows we on a
machine who's like and the new roxxy's
helping everyone and letting everyone
know that she's helping everyone that's
the other thing she's like helping but
she's like I can't believe how good of a
person I am you see this do you see me
helping everybody it's crazy would you
help the dolls I helped people in my
season I don't pity the fool when it
comes to I came to drag race and I can't
sew I don't feel bad I just don't think
sewing's that hard either and you have
to sew it's like hot glue like yeah
plastique is another one that feels very
confident her design abilities do you
appreciate her aesthetic I truly
appreciate her aesthetic I was really
blown away I did not know so delicate so
gorgeous and like Couture like better
than some of the fashion shows I've seen
the face too I mean I know it's not a
face competition but it kind of is if it
was she'd win every time and the hair
and the hair the hair lines the hair
lines I'm going suck her for a hairline
she really
is the we fall off it was earlier
apparently we see the Queens creating
their looks Violet what did you think of
georgees and her incredible
stencils hang it up baby hit the road
George just if I was looking at that i'
be like this is not working hard pivot
what even was the pattern like blue
seashells like what's the theme you got
to have more than that b need is
self-aware to know that she's not a
fashion queen per se you think that's
tough in this group I think at this
point you need to be somewhat confident
with Aesthetics even if you're like Mis
camp or whatever because it's all I
don't think it's an excuse anymore and
also you got to know what works for your
body what works for your style It's All
Stars you've been doing drag for a
really long time like you've worn
outfits that are moderately ATT active
did you not see how they were put
together right anytime someone says
anything like I'm just going to have fun
with it like like oh God you've accepted
that it's horrible and you're going to
mask it us have fun with it
like good for snatch game it's like just
going to do what I always do and kill it
so we see the Queens outside which we
don't often get to see the spray
painting outdoor Divas are got making
bji looking like a potential Duo who
would help each other out this season I
mean I know them in real life and I know
that they're good judies and they like
to party menaces to society menaces I've
seen them running rampa in weho and my
God I have gone out with them and gone
home in a coffin honestly I don't know
if they would help each other out like
how would what even are their strengths
that would support each other you know
what I mean like cackling laughing you
didn't really have an alliance on drag
race no everyone hated me yeah yeah but
you just kind of rocketed to the top on
your own accord which is kind of more
impressive yeah well The Alliance thing
is weird I I don't think drag is a team
sport it's not the group stuff like I
hate groups I hate group things like sh
no this is about as big of a group as I
want to this is it even this I'm kind of
like even this one person could go and I
I think we know who that is let's wrap
it up so let's talk about these looks
miss angeria van paris.com I like the
like bustle train thing I do too it kind
of gives me supermodel RuPaul supermodel
yeah what do you think about her second
look the mandrea mod look it's cute I've
seen it done so many times
60s you know well I love 60 but I'm like
okay but where's your spin on it it's
not enough for all stars I want more and
finally we have the look she made it's
kind of like a yellow Vibe mhm I don't
think it nipped her waist enough it was