In a nutshell, the show needs to get over itself.

But I should clarify. First, let's begin with the premise that no Bravo reality competition is all that important. Entertaining? Yes. Addictive? Obviously. But really, it's just people sewing dresses or designing living rooms. Or making food.

The other series in this family embrace their campiness. Tim Gunn's very demeanor reminds us it's...