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Project Runway: Season 15

14 episodes Premiered Sep 15, 2016 Updated Oct 25, 2026
Previously on Project Runway

Season 15 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Project Runway Season 14.
  • ⚡ Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
  • ⚡ Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
  • ⚡ Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
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Season 15 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 15: Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by narrative weight. Focus on essential mytharc and skip standalone side quests.

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Mytharc (3): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (11): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S15·E1 Mytharc

An Unconventional Launch Party

Sep 15, 2016 · 64 min

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

S15·E2 Core

Just Fabulous!

Sep 22, 2016 · 64 min

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.

S15·E3 Core

Blacklight or Daylight?

Sep 29, 2016 · 64 min

The designers are asked to create a look that transitions from daylight to blacklight on the runway. They have $200 and one day to complete their garments.

S15·E4 Core

Sink Or Swim

Oct 6, 2016 · 64 min

The designers are challenged to create a swimsuit and an accompanying coverup. The looks are to be inspired by Heidi Klum's swim collection, and the winning outfit will be reproduc

S15·E5 Core

There's No “I” In “Team”

Oct 13, 2016 · 63 min

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.

S15·E6 Core

There IS Crying in Fashion

Oct 20, 2016 · 63 min

After attending a press cocktail party at Elyx House, the designers are challenged to create a luxurious cocktail dress inspired by the venue. They have $300 and one day to complet

S15·E7 Core

Welcome to the Urban Jungle

Oct 27, 2016 · 63 min

The designers are whisked away to Universal Studios Orlando to recharge their batteries. There, they are asked to create a streetwear look for the urban jungle, using the Skull Isl

S15·E8 Core

Project Pop Up

Nov 3, 2016 · 63 min

Working in teams of three, the designers must create three-piece collections inspired by Sally Beauty colors for a SoHo pop-up shop. They have $600 per team and one day to complete

S15·E9 Core

Life Is Full of Surprises

Nov 10, 2016 · 63 min

They designers are asked to create new garments for a makeover for very special clients… their own friends and family. They have $250 and two days to complete the challenge.

S15·E10 Core

A Power Trip

Nov 17, 2016 · 63 min

Using the sights from a helicopter ride above New York City as inspiration, the designers must create an editorial look for a powerful woman to be featured in Marie Claire magazine

S15·E11 Core

Bold Innovation

Dec 1, 2016 · 63 min

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.

S15·E12 Core

An Unconventional Trip

Dec 8, 2016 · 63 min

During an inspirational trip to Austin, Texas, the designers must purchase their garment materials from a farm supply store and a music & barbeque venue. Back in New York, they mus

S15·E13 Mytharc

Finale, Part 1

Dec 15, 2016 · 64 min

Each of the remaining designers is given six 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

S15·E14 Mytharc

Finale, Part 2

Dec 22, 2016 · 62 min

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 th

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