Project Runway

10 Best Episodes of Project Runway - Season 9

Aspiring fashion designers compete for a chance to break into the industry. Each week, a designer is eliminated from the competition after exhibiting their work in front of a judges' panel.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 10, 2023.

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Project Runway - S9E5

#14 - Off the Track (Season 9 - Episode 5)

After a race to determine team leaders, the designers are split into groups of three. The challenge is to create three looks to wear with sneakers from Heidi Klum's new line for New Balance. The winning look will be sold as part of this collection on Amazon. They have $300 and one day to complete their outfits.

The episode was rated 7.22 from 51 votes.

Project Runway - S9E1

#13 - Come As You Are (Season 9 - Episode 1)

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20 new designers audition in front of Heidi, Tim, Michael, and Nina. The judges then pare the group down to the 16 contestants of season 9. The next morning, the designers are given the challenge of transforming a bed sheet and the pajamas they are wearing into an outfit of their choice. They have one day to complete their garments.

The episode was rated 7.25 from 60 votes.

Project Runway - S9E6

#12 - The Art of the Matter (Season 9 - Episode 6)

The designers are each paired to a young art student with whom they must create a painting. The challenge is to design an avant-garde look using that art piece as their inspiration. They have $300 and two days to complete their looks.

The episode was rated 7.26 from 53 votes.

Project Runway - S9E3

#11 - Go Big or Go Home (Season 9 - Episode 3)

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The designers are paired up into teams of two and must create outfits for professional stilt-walkers. They have $500 and one day to complete their garments.

The episode was rated 7.31 from 51 votes.

Project Runway - S9E7

#10 - Can't We Just All Get Along? (Season 9 - Episode 7)

The designers are split into two opposing teams to create a five-look mini-collection. They must also design their own fabrics and create a multimedia fashion show to showcase their looks. They have two days to create their garments.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 53 votes.

Project Runway - S9E2

#9 - My Pet Project (Season 9 - Episode 2)

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The designers are tasked to create an outfit using materials found at a pet supply store. They have $300 and one day to complete their looks.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 51 votes.

Project Runway - S9E9

#8 - Image Is Everything (Season 9 - Episode 9)

Split into two teams, the designers are asked to create outfits for up-and-coming band The Sheepdogs. They have $300 and two days to complete their looks.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 45 votes.

Project Runway - S9E11

#7 - This Is for the Birds (Season 9 - Episode 11)

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After being paired up, the designers must create a high-fashion runway look inspired by birds (an owl, a raven, a cockatoo, and an Amazon parrot). However, the pairing are not meant to be teams but will instead be competing head-to-head. Later, they are asked to create a second complimentary outfit. They have $600 and two days to complete the challenge.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 58 votes.

Project Runway - S9E10

#6 - Sew 70's (Season 9 - Episode 10)

The designers must create an outfit comprised of separates and inspired by the 1970s. Later, they are asked to create a single-piece companion look to their outfit. They have $150 and two days to finish their garments.

The episode was rated 7.46 from 54 votes.

Project Runway - S9E12

#5 - The Finale Challenge (Season 9 - Episode 12)

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The designers must create a three-piece mini-collection showcasing their range, using New York's Governor's Island as inspiration. They have $500 and two days to complete the challenge.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 51 votes.

Project Runway - S9E13

#4 - Finale, Part 1 (Season 9 - Episode 13)

Each of the remaining designers is given five weeks and $9000 to design a 10-piece collection for Fashion Week. In the interim, each gets a special visit in their hometown from Tim Gunn. Back in New York, they must choose three of their looks to show as part of a mini-collection in order to secure their spot in the final runway show.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 50 votes.

Project Runway - S9E8

#3 - What Women Want (Season 9 - Episode 8)

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The designers must create a new look for their client's significant other. They have $200 and two days to complete their outfits.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 52 votes.

Project Runway - S9E14

#2 - Finale, Part 2 (Season 9 - Episode 14)

In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants ready their collections for the runway. They are given an additional $500 to spend at Mood to finish their looks. Then they present their lines to industry insiders at Fashion Week.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 49 votes.

Project Runway - S9E4

#1 - All About Nina (Season 9 - Episode 4)

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The designers must create a look for Nina Garcia that she can wear to work in the day and to an industry event at night. They have $200 and one day to complete the challenge.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 57 votes.

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