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The Best Episodes of Project Runway

Every episode of Project Runway ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Project Runway!

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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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Project Runway Season 13 Episode 8 - The Rainway
    8.5/10(65 votes)

    #1 - The Rainway

    S13:E8

    The designers are challenged to create an avant-garde look that must be able to withstand the water elements of Project Runway's first "rain"-way. They have $300 and two days to complete their garments.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Project Runway Season 20 Episode 8 - Uncut Hems
    8.2/10(31 votes)

    #2 - Uncut Hems

    S20:E8

    It’s the halfway point and the designers are hitting the road to a denim explosion; in a throwback challenge, they’ll create all denim looks while competing in head-to-head battles where only one designer can be safe from elimination.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Project Runway Season 8 Episode 10 - There's a Pattern Here
    8.0/10(49 votes)

    #3 - There's a Pattern Here

    S8:E10

    The contestants must create their own fabric designs for a look to be inspired by a moment from their past. They have $100 for supplemental fabric and two days to complete their garments.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Project Runway Season 17 Episode 14 - The Final Runway
    8.0/10(45 votes)

    #4 - The Final Runway

    S17:E14

    In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants ready their collections for the runway. They have $300 and four days to finish their looks. Then they present their lines to industry insiders and the judges in order to be crowned the winner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Project Runway Season 13 Episode 9 - The History of the American Girl
    7.9/10(35 votes)

    #5 - The History of the American Girl

    S13:E9

    The designers are tasked with creating modern, age-appropriate looks for a young girl based on the BeForever line of American Girl dolls. They have $150 and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Project Runway Season 15 Episode 11 - Bold Innovation
    7.9/10(35 votes)

    #6 - Bold Innovation

    S15:E11

    The designers are tasked to create an avant-garde look using conventional fabric and unconventional metal materials. They have $150 and two days to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Project Runway Season 16 Episode 9 - A "Little" Avant Garde
    7.9/10(51 votes)

    #7 - A "Little" Avant Garde

    S16:E9

    The designers are asked to create an avant-garde look inspired by Shopkins Shoppies characters. They have $300 and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Rich Kim
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Project Runway Season 20 Episode 10 - Freedom
    7.9/10(29 votes)

    #8 - Freedom

    S20:E10

    For the first time, the final seven designers are given the freedom to design whatever they want; on the grand outdoor runway of Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms State Park, their daring "freedom looks" will be unveiled, rain or shine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Project Runway Season 13 Episode 4 - A Suitable Twist
    7.8/10(41 votes)

    #9 - A Suitable Twist

    S13:E4

    The designers are each assigned a man's vintage suit which will serve as the materials and inspiration for a high fashion look. They have $100 for supplemental fabric and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Project Runway Season 16 Episode 14 - Finale: Part 2
    7.8/10(43 votes)

    #10 - Finale: Part 2

    S16:E14

    In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants ready their collections for the runway. Then they present their lines to industry insiders at Fashion Week.

    Director:Ryan Bunnell
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Project Runway Season 19 Episode 9 - The Last Straw
    7.8/10(44 votes)

    #11 - The Last Straw

    S19:E9

    For this unconventional challenge, the designers are asked to create an elegant cocktail dress using materials from an actual cocktail bar. They have two days to complete their looks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Project Runway Season 20 Episode 3 - Toying With Fashion
    7.8/10(39 votes)

    #12 - Toying With Fashion

    S20:E3

    The all-stars are tasked with creating a runway look using toys for FAO Schwarz.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Project Runway Season 20 Episode 9 - Below Decked Out
    7.8/10(30 votes)

    #13 - Below Decked Out

    S20:E9

    Fan favorites from the cast of "Below Deck" walk the runway in the infamous Real Client Challenge; Real Housewife Luann de Lesseps and former Below Decker Kate Chastain guest judge to help the panel decide who will sink or swim.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Project Runway Season 7 Episode 14 - Finale: Part 2
    7.7/10(50 votes)

    #14 - Finale: Part 2

    S7:E14

    In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants ready their collections for the runway. Then they present their lines to industry insiders at Fashion Week.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Project Runway Season 15 Episode 1 - An Unconventional Launch Party
    7.7/10(46 votes)

    #15 - An Unconventional Launch Party

    S15:E1

    16 new designers arrive in New York with an eye to being named champion of Project Runway's 15th season. At the launch party, they are given their first challenge: use the party's spirit, aura, and vibe as inspiration (and the decorations as materials) for an outfit of their choosing. They have one day to complete their looks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Project Runway Season 15 Episode 2 - Just Fabulous!
    7.7/10(41 votes)

    #16 - Just Fabulous!

    S15:E2

    The designers must create an outfit to flatter all body types, with the winning look to be sold by JustFab.com. They have $150 and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Project Runway Season 15 Episode 5 - There's No “I” In “Team”
    7.7/10(44 votes)

    #17 - There's No “I” In “Team”

    S15:E5

    In two teams, the designers must create a four piece mini-collection. Each team will pitch their vision to a group of investors to obtain a portion of their $3,000 investment fund. They have one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Project Runway Season 16 Episode 6 - Models Off Duty
    7.7/10(51 votes)

    #18 - Models Off Duty

    S16:E6

    With the models as their clients, the designers are asked to create a street style look for them. They have $200 and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Rich Kim
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Project Runway Season 16 Episode 7 - The Ultimate Faceoff
    7.7/10(48 votes)

    #19 - The Ultimate Faceoff

    S16:E7

    Working in pairs, the designers must use men's fabrics and styles to create a fashion-forward Fall outfit for their female models. They have $100 per team for supplemental fabric and one day to complete the challenge.

    Director:Rich Kim
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Project Runway Season 16 Episode 12 - There's Snow Business Like Sew Business
    7.7/10(47 votes)

    #20 - There's Snow Business Like Sew Business

    S16:E12

    The runway is converted into a Winter Wonderland as the designers are tasked with creating a winter-themed look. They have $400 and two days to complete the challenge.

    Director:Rich Kim
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Project Runway Season 19 Episode 12 - The Model As Muse
    7.7/10(35 votes)

    #21 - The Model As Muse

    S19:E12

    The must create editorial looks specifically inspired by internationally renowned model Coco Rocha. They are tasked to show their artistic range by delivering not only the perfect garment, but the perfect photograph to show it off. They have $800 and two days to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Project Runway Season 20 Episode 7 - Fashion, Inside Out
    7.7/10(29 votes)

    #22 - Fashion, Inside Out

    S20:E7

    The jockstrap is back; the all-stars must create high-fashion looks featuring couture undergarments in this one-day challenge; fashion icons Sergio Hudson and Paulina Porizkova help separate the hot from the not.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Project Runway Season 4 Episode 14 - Finale: Part 2
    7.6/10(61 votes)

    #23 - Finale: Part 2

    S4:E14

    In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants ready their collections for the runway. Then they present their lines to industry insiders at Fashion Week.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Project Runway Season 12 Episode 1 - Sky's the Limit
    7.6/10(35 votes)

    #24 - Sky's the Limit

    S12:E1

    15 new, and one returning, contestants begin the battle to win Project Runway's twelfth season. This season incorporates some new changes including the "Tim Gunn Save," the anonymous runway show, and a $4000 spending account allowing the designers to set their own challenge budgets. For their first task, the designers must create an outfit that shows their point-of-view using parachute materials. They have two days to complete their looks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Project Runway Season 12 Episode 10 - Project Runway SuperFan!
    7.6/10(38 votes)

    #25 - Project Runway SuperFan!

    S12:E10

    The designers must create garments as part of a makeover for their clients… the show's biggest SuperFans. They have two days to complete the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Rainway" is the best rated episode of "Project Runway". It scored 8.5/10 based on 65 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/11/2014. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Uncut Hems".