How to Look Good Naked Canada, the Canadian version of the hit British makeover show, premiered on W Network last week… Minus the sauciness that made the U.K edition must-see T.V.
The British version has been hosted by Gok Wan, a fashion stylist, since its 2006 premiere. Wan’s flamboyant personality and the show’s shameless tactics – underpinnings get torched and replaced with sexier versions – are part of the show’s continuing mass appeal and are what the Canadian adaptation is missing.
The show, which airs Tuesday nights at 10 p.m, has the same goals as its British counterpart. Instead of advising weight loss and cosmetic surgery, it leads female participants through activities meant to boost their confidence in how they look in the buff.
Despite having the same format, the Canadian edition fails to entertain to the same degree. Host Zain Meghji of eTalk fame lacks Wan’s zaniness and some of the amusing confidence-boosting exercises have been replaced with tips for viewers.
Not all is wrong with How to Look Good Naked Canada. Humour may have taken a backseat but fashion and beauty tips are easily applicable and viewers will be able to relate with the Canadian women featured in each episode.
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