The worst episodes of Project Runway

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  1. 01

    S05E05 · August 13, 2008 · 1h 30m

    Welcome to the Jungle4.5

    Brooke Shields is the guest judge in a challenge that requires the designers to create a day-to-night look for professional women.

  2. 02

    S11E15 · May 2, 2013 · 1h 30m

    Reunion5.0

    The designers of Project Runway Season 11 will reunite to reflect upon the season, take care of some unfinished business and respond to the many harsh words they said about one another. For the first time since they have seen what was said behind their backs, these designers will sit in the same room and hash out how they really feel about each other. As the video plays back in front of them, no one can deny what they said. Will they kiss and make up or finally let it all out and say how they really feel...face to face?

  3. 03

    S14E04 · August 27, 2015 · 1h 32m

    Fashion Flip5.0

    The designers finally get to go to Mood and they are thrilled! They must put a modern and unique twist on a classic design. Mad Men's Kiernan Shipka joins as a guest judge.

  4. 04

    S15E02 · September 22, 2016 · 1h 32m

    Just Fabulous!5.0

    The task of creating an outfit that is flattering to all body types poses a greater challenge to some contestants than to others.

  5. 05

    S15E03 · September 29, 2016 · 1h 32m

    Blacklight or Daylight?5.0

    The designers are tasked with creating a look that sparkles both in daylight and under black lights; unusual materials cause several designers to have anxiety.

  6. 06

    S15E04 · October 6, 2016 · 1h 32m

    Sink or Swim5.0

    In the Heidi Klum Swimwear challenge, the designers create their own fabric to use in designing a stylish swimsuit.

  7. 07

    S15E05 · October 13, 2016 · 1h 32m

    There's No "I" In "Team"5.0

    Actress and singer Sabrina Carpenter joins the judge's panel; the designers must pitch their collection ideas to raise money from a group of mystery investors; the stakes rise as the winning team members will each receive $5,000.

  8. 08

    S15E08 · November 3, 2016 · 1h 22m

    Project Pop Up5.0

    The second Team Challenge of the season leads to tensions and tantrums as the designers are forced to work together to create three-piece collections for a SoHo pop-up shop; Kelly Osbourne returns as a guest judge.

  9. 09

    S15E12 · December 8, 2016 · 1h 32m

    An Unconventional Trip5.0

    The designers learn they have yet another trip, with twists and turns that will decide which designers compete at New York Fashion week.

  10. 10

    S15E14 · December 22, 2016 · 2h 2m

    Finale, Part 25.0

    The designers rush to put the final touches on their collections; four designers show their work at New York Fashion Week, but only one can be crowned as the winner; guest judge Zendaya joins the panel.

  11. 11

    S16E02 · August 24, 2017 · 1h 30m

    An Unconventional Recycling5.0

    The designers struggle to make their voices heard during their first team challenge; the designers must create a fashionable look out of recyclable materials.

  12. 12

    S14E01 · August 6, 2015 · 1h 30m

    Mad Dash Mayhem5.5

    Sixteen talented, spunky and full of life designers arrive at Madison Square Garden to kick off a new season of Project Runway. They are greeted by Heidi and Tim who have them do a mad dash around the venue for fabric. Supermodel and Project Runway Junior host Hannah Davis is the guest judge.

  13. 13

    S14E02 · August 13, 2015 · 1h 32m

    It's All in the Cards5.5

    In the first unconventional materials challenge of the season the designers use greeting cards as their materials. Once in hand, each designer must decide how to read the cards in order to win the challenge. Ashley Tisdale joins the judges.

  14. 14

    S14E05 · September 3, 2015 · 1h 32m

    Gunn and Heid5.5

    Tensions arise when the designers split into two teams and battle for their fabrics in a fierce paintball competition. After capturing their fabrics for a six-piece collection, the teams receive a big surprise once the paint dries on the battlefield! Project Runway Junior's Kelly Osbourne and Lisa Perry guest judge.

  15. 15

    S14E06 · September 10, 2015 · 1h 32m

    Lace to the Finish5.5

    In an episode full of surprises, Heidi challenges the designers to create lingerie for her line. The exhausted designers get a rude awakening on the runway. Actress Bella Thorne serves as a guest judge.

  16. 16

    S14E07 · September 17, 2015 · 1h 32m

    Haute Tech Couture5.5

    In their second unconventional materials challenge, the designers go dumpster diving for recycled electronics in order to merge the worlds of fashion and technology. Actress Paula Patton and Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire Magazine, Anne Fulenwider, guest judge.

  17. 17

    S14E09 · October 1, 2015 · 1h 32m

    Make It Sell5.5

    The designers must create ready-to-wear looks to be reproduced and sold online. Disagreement between the judges leads to the most contentious runway yet! Singer/songwriter Ciara guest judges.

  18. 18

    S14E11 · October 15, 2015 · 1h 32m

    The Runway's in 3D!5.5

    The future is now as the designers use 3D printing technology to create avant garde fashion! It's the most fashion forward challenge yet. Pop icon, Mel B., guest judges.

  19. 19

    S14E13 · October 29, 2015 · 2h 2m

    Finale, Part 15.5

    The designers are heading home to work on their collections and prepare for a home visit from Tim. Once back in New York they are met with another twist.

  20. 20

    S14E14 · November 5, 2015 · 2h 2m

    Finale, Part 25.5

    After a brutal critique with the judges, the finalists rush to retool their collections for New York Fashion Week. Superstar Carrie Underwood deliberates with the judges on who will be crowned the winner of Project Runway Season 14.

  21. 21

    S14E15 · November 12, 2015 · 1h

    Reunion5.5

    The Season 14 designers and Tim come together to take care of unfinished business and settle some scores. And on this reunion, even Tim Gunn has an issue that he wants settled!

  22. 22

    S15E06 · October 20, 2016 · 1h 32m

    There IS Crying in Fashion5.5

    The designers excitedly attend a press event, but their festive mood sours when the party turns out to be a challenge; many designers have to start over after receiving criticism from Tim Gunn.

  23. 23

    S15E07 · October 27, 2016 · 1h 32m

    Welcome to the Urban Jungle5.5

    The designers recharge at Universal Studios Orlando, and must take in inspiration to design a look for Urban Jungle.

  24. 24

    S15E09 · November 10, 2016 · 1h 32m

    Life is Full of Surprises5.5

    Each of the remaining designers is visited by a special guest from home; the designers learn that their newly arrived loved ones will be their clients for the next challenge.

  25. 25

    S15E10 · November 17, 2016 · 1h 32m

    A Power Trip5.5

    The designers take a majestic helicopter ride high above New York City for inspiration for their next challenge: to create an editorial, high fashion look for Marie Claire Magazine. Guest judges Anne Fulenwider and Camilla Belle join the panel.

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