What Not To Wear
The show’s premise is intriguing, but it isn’t nearly as entertaining as it first appears. Each contestant will receive $5,000 to revamp their wardrobe and receive a makeover. There are, however, a few conditions: the producers must donate all of the participants’ clothing to charity. Furthermore, the participants are required to pay tax on everything they buy. To top it off, the contestants’ clothing is all custom-made to fit them perfectly, which is another expense not covered by the show.
Pimp My Ride
Pimp My Ride, an MTV reality show, was one of the most popular at the time. Rapper Xzibit would show up at people’s homes, take their old cars, and completely transform them. The car makeovers turned out to be entirely cosmetic and only for the cameras. Someone on the show mentioned that their car was barely running when they got it back. Furthermore, the repair of these vehicles could take up to six months.