3 of 8 Episode 3: "Jones Bar-B-Que" Meet Our Heroes: Deborah "Little" Jones and Mary "Shorty" Jones, the co-owners of Jones Bar-B-Que, a famous barbecue joint their father founded. They take great pride in their work and in their ability to keep up with the other BBQ restaurants in the area (most of which operated by men). Why Were They Nominated? Izora, Deborah's daughter, nominated her mom and aunt as a thank you. They had reopened the restaurant to help put her through college. After that feat, though, they lost themselves in the day-to-day of the unending work. Izora's goals are twofold: She wants Little and Shorty to slow down and take time for themselves, but she also wants to give them the tools to take Jones Bar-B-Que to the next level. The Big Event: The Jones Sisters are going to unveil a new and improved Jones Bar-B-Que. Most Tear-Jerking Moment: Arguably, this is the most emotional of all the episodes. We cried watching the Jones sisters give themselves double-takes in mirrors; we cried at the changes made to the restaurant that hopefully ensure Jones Bar-B-Que's continual growth. However, the single most tear-jerking moment is when Mary gets veneers, sees her new smile, and is rendered speechless. Best Fab Five Antic: Antoni trying to be mature when the sisters refuse to tell him the secret ingredient of Jones Bar-B-Que’s sauce.<doc-sep>The highly-anticipated season three of Queer Eye is finally here (yassssss! ), and if you have plans today—cancel them. This season begs to be binge-watched. Season three follows the Fab Five as they make-over nine heroes in Kansas City, Missouri (one episode features makeovers for two sisters). While we love each member of the Fab Five for how much care and love they exude through their various expertise', designer Bobby Berk arguably handles one of the most important aspects of the heroes' makeovers. If you've seen the show, you know that the transformation of the space that Bobby gets his hands on is truly remarkable—not to mention heartwarming. Netflix A big theme during this season is putting down roots and creating a space that really feels like home, while also feeling at home within yourself. I may or may not have cried during every unveiling of the redecorating. Okay, I definitely did. All eight episodes. Without spoiling (too many) of the gorgeous home transformations (because half the fun of the show is being shocked yourself! ), we have all kinds of lessons that Bobby taught us about design and making a house a home during this season. Let's begin! Episode 1 - From Hunter to Huntee Netflix 1. "It's your life—design it well." 2. A feminine look doesn't necessarily have to be "frilly" and "floral" and pink. Bobby explains that people often have the misconception that feminine aspects of design and home decor must have this girly, frilly look. He says that when it comes to these design choices, it's about what an individual likes—not what gender they are. 3. Rustic farmhouse is definitely chic. Exhibit A: Netflix Bobby decides to go with a "cute, modern, rustic farmhouse" look to revamp the taxidermy-filled, bland home in this episode. This is a good example of a style that isn't super feminine, he says. 4. White paint can go a long way. It makes a space feel brighter and lighter, as opposed to having "dark, depressing wallpaper," Bobby says. 5. You don't have to ditch your favorite items—even if they're not the most stylish. Take the taxidermy in this home, for example. When you're redecorating, you can find a place for these kinds of items—it's all about how you display them and what other design elements surround it. Episode 2 - Lost Boy Netflix 6. Make a checklist for redecorating projects. Netflix Bobby has a checklist of all of the supplies that he needs for this episode, and it seems like a great way to keep track of everything (especially for a larger project). Plus, who doesn't love checking something off a list? ! 7. It's important to make your living space a home. You want to feel established in where you're living. 8. Work with what's there. For example, in this episode, Bobby is tasked with revamping a small, rustic cabin. He says when you're starting on a project, don't fight what you have as the base—work with it! Bobby uses the cabin's size to create the aesthetic for the redecorating. 9. The definition of home is a place where you feel safe and secure. 10. Don't be afraid to use bright, bold colors. Netflix How nice do those red cabinets look? 11. Bunk beds are a good space-saving option. Netflix 12. Shadow boxes are a nice way to display kids' art. Netflix Turns out, there is an aesthetically-pleasing solution to the artwork from kiddos laying around the house. 13. Removing overhead cabinets can make a small kitchen feel larger. Episode 3 - Jones Bar-B-Q Netflix 14. Everything has a place. This is important to remember when decorating and reorganizing. In this episode, for example, Bobby has to focus on organization of a very small barbecue restaurant (more of a shed, if we're being honest). For that small of a space, it is imperative that everything has a designated place in order to avoid chaos. 15. Give meaningful items a place to shine. Bobby totally revamps everything about the exterior and interior of the barbecue restaurant, and in doing so, he also creates a space for the sisters' family history to shine through. He frames news clippings and photos of their family in two simple red frames that pop against the black brick outside the restaurant. 16. Sometimes you need to take a step back and look at the big picture. It gives you better perspective to focus back in on the task at hand. Episode 4 - When Robert Met Jamie Netflix 17. Community-based workouts are super motivating. Okay, so not really design-oriented, but still a very good lesson! In this episode, Bobby, Antoni, and Robert take an Orange Theory class together. 18. Sturdy coffee tables are a must in a home with kiddos. Netflix 19. Art frame TVs are sophisticated and cool. Netflix The whole family is thoroughly impressed with the TV, which actually looks nice on the mantle. 20. Wallpaper is fun in the kitchen. Netflix The black and white patterned wallpaper pops against the other white walls, and contrasts perfectly with the wooden shelving. This content is imported from {embed-name}. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Episode 5 - Black Girl Magic Netflix 21. Little luxuries make a home feel permanent. Netflix Like a couch that isn't from the trash, for example (you'll have to watch the episode to see what I mean). 22. West Elm is "artsy", "young" & "hip." Noted. 23. The things you surround yourself with can bring you joy. So take decorating your home seriously! 24. Design "isn't just about furniture and spending money"—it's about things that motivate you. 25. An arrangement of candles inside a fireplace > an actual fire. Netflix 26. Painting cabinets can make a kitchen look "new" and "young." Bobby says you don't need to rip out your cabinets to make your kitchen feel fresh and inviting—try a new color! Take these deep blue cabinets, for example. Netflix 27. If you're short on closet space, embrace an open concept. Netflix Episode 6 - Elrod & Sons Netflix 28. Take advantage of high ceilings. Netflix The tall, dark shelves fit proportionally in this living room, because of the high ceilings. They also allow for much more display space. 29. Use color to accentuate the architecture in your home. Here, Bobby says that the soft gray make the architectural features stand out. 30. Use contrasting colors in your kitchen to make it POP. Netflix For example, Bobby put in light countertops with dark cabinets in this kitchen. The backsplash beneath the cabinets makes for a more natural transition from the dark to light colors. He recommends using lighter colors on top, though (such as wallpaper or cabinets), because it draws the eye upwards and makes a space seem bigger. Episode 7 - Sloth to Slay Netflix 31. Make sure you hang a mirror high enough on the wall. Netflix Otherwise, as Bobby points out, your tall friends will have to bend down to see themselves. 32. Try bed panels on the wall instead of a headboard. Netflix 33. Remove cabinet doors in a small kitchen. It creates a more open look, and also makes even the smallest kitchen feel bigger. 34. A ping pong table can double as a casual dining spot. Yes, it sounds a bit out there—but Bobby says an outdoor ping pong table can serve as a perfect casual table for entertaining friends for a barbecue or summer party. It really is a cute idea (especially for a younger crowd)! Netflix Episode 8 - Baby on Board Netflix 35. Keeping a clean and organized home helps your mental health. As Bobby points out, it's hard to stay on top of your mental health and happiness when you're constantly waking up to- and surrounded by piles of stuff everywhere and a messy home. Bobby says it's okay to be a little messy sometimes, but it's not okay to live in filth. There is a definite and important difference! 36. DARK CABINETS. LIGHT COUNTERTOPS. Or vice versa! Louder, for the people in the back! Bobby is reallllly into this design technique. Netflix 37. Touch-screen fridges are IN. Netflix I mean, you can see INSIDE the fridge without opening the door. Energy-saving! 38. Think functional when it comes to island in the kitchen. You use the countertop on the island every day, so why not make sure it's the most functional space possible? Try an island that has shelving or drawers beneath it, for optimal organization and additional storage space. 39. Paneled lighting adds an understated, yet sophisticated touch to a room. 40. You don't need an entire room to create a sweet nursery. Netflix A baby doesn't need that much space, anyway! The crib and chair have their own nice space in the master bedroom, and the prints above the crib anchor the color scheme of the mini nursery. Maya McDowell Maya McDowell is an Assistant Editor at HearstMade. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io<doc-sep>
The series remains unchanged by fame — but the Fab Five get a mascot. It’s only been 13 months since the world met Karamo, Jonathan, Tan, Antoni, and Bobby, but it almost feels like they’ve been a part of pop culture forever. There are no shortage of reasons for that, including the previously established legacy of the “Queer Eye” franchise, the significant press blitz for the series that never seemed to end, and the charming personalities of the men themselves, who manage to maintain those good vibes for a third season. An important detail about what Netflix is calling Season 3 is that all the episodes of Seasons 1 and 2, set in Georgia, were shot at the same time and then later assembled into two separate seasons (even the Fab 5 didn’t know what order they’d appear in eventually). This filming occurred well before the show premiered in February 2018, which meant that for the first 16 episodes, the Fab Five were an unknown quantity to the people whose lives they were invading. The biggest question for Season 3 became, then, whether their newfound fame dramatically change the established dynamic. Season 3 opens with a montage of the Fab Five “road-tripping” from Georgia to their new home in Kansas City, Missouri (asking us to lean into the magic of television, and the illusion that this show exists in a place outside of space and time, and that the guys went straight from finishing Season 2 to filming Season 3). The sequence ends with them being greeted by waves from the locals as they enter. Christopher Smith/Netflix But after that point, there’s no noticeable shift in how the guys interact with their heroes, at least in regards to how their newfound fame has changed things. That said, there are more female subjects than ever before — which is to say, three episodes featuring a prison guard, a young black gay woman, and two sisters who run a barbecue joint. Plus, there are some narrative experiments that are fun to see in the framework of a reality show, including a “When Harry Met Sally”–inspired episode that brings in the stories of others. But the innate humanity of the show’s stories remains consistent. The most notably important change for the show: the French bulldog Bruley, who lives with a neighbor to the Fab Five’s new Kansas City loft, and proves to be an important addition to the crew. (Okay, all Bruley really does is show up every episode to scavenge food and get pets, but he is a good boy.) Season 3 also tones down one of the most problematic elements of Seasons 1 and 2, which would sometimes be uncomfortable when the guys put too much emphasis on the heroes’ romantic status. Sometimes it would lead to wonderful stories (for example, AJ from the Season 1 episode “To Gay or Not Too Gay” got married last year), but other times it would come off as an easy way to get a happy ending out of the episode. In this season, many of the heroes are already in relationships, and those who aren’t are just allowed to focus on their personal journeys (which is meant to be the point, anyway). The message is much more focused on self-care as a result, as well as really pushing at the concept of gender roles, encouraging the heroes to challenge what defines them as male versus female, and breaking free of those conventions. This was always a thread of the series, but rises to prominence here: It’s not a question of queerness, but encouraging each person to find their own individual place in the world. Christopher Smith/Netflix As always, emotions run high — there are at least two episodes in particular that, if you’re coping with the recent loss of a parent, might be triggering and/or healing for you. And as culturally sensitive as the show aims to be, it’s not flawless: One episode makes a poor choice by emphasizing the idea of having a “spirit animal,” a term which, when used by non-Native people, falls into the category of cultural appropriation. As Twitter speaks out on that issue, it feels like another learning opportunity for all involved — all part of the show’s message about growing,and advancing. So much of “Queer Eye” is about the battle against inertia, one of the greatest enemies of major life changes.