Up-and-coming designers compete and are mentored by "Project Runway" veterans. In the opener, designers try to catch the eye of a potential mentor during a six-hour challenge. Later, the mentors discover that they are also "under theballoonn".

Seven new designers compete to impress the mentors, but then the mentors learn that they must also compete and impress the designers.

The designers and mentors take a Hollywood bus tour; the designers must create a red carpet look for a celebrity; Nick finds himself in big trouble.

The designers must use unconventional materials to create a look that is inspired by a vampire world.

The designers must create a performance look for Zendaya to wear onstage at her next concert.

Design teams create mini collections; the mentors act as therapists and referees.

The designers create an avant-garde, steampunk look. Meanwhile, Anya confronts one of her designers and questions whether he actually created the work presented in his portfolio.

The designers enjoy a beach party in the California sun and then are challenged to use the materials from the seaside bash to create their looks.

The mentors confront the judges after a heated argument in the lounge. Macklemore joins the panel.

The designers are placed in pairs across mentor groups; the mentors must work together to advise the teams.

The designers are paired with clients who have specific fashion needs. One designer faces an unexpected twist midway through the challenge.

The designers get inspiration from Marvel comic superheroes for their challenge to see who will make it to the finale. Jamie Alexander joins the panel.

The designers must create their collections in only three days; the winning designer and mentor are chosen.