Project Runway: Season 2
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Project Runway Season 1.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Road to the Runway
Dec 7, 2005
After auditions in New York, Houston, Miami, and Los Angeles, the 16 contestants being considered for this season's cast were given six yards of plain white muslin, $20, and one we
Clothes Off Your Back
Dec 7, 2005
Heidi throws a roof-top party for the designers. At the party, she announces their next challenge: each must create an outfit using nothing besides the clothes he or she has worn
All Dolled Up
Dec 14, 2005
The contestants are asked to design for a global star… Barbie. The winning designer's outfit will be duplicated for the My Scene Barbie collection. The designers have a budget of $
Team Lingerie
Dec 21, 2005
The remaining designers must design a lingerie line consisting of three looks. The twist is they have to do it as teams, each with a lead designer and two assistants. The designer
Social Scene
Jan 4, 2006
The remaining designers must each create a dress for prominent socialite Nicky Hilton. The designers have a budget of $150 and two days to complete the designs.
Window Shopping
Jan 11, 2006
The designers, in five teams of two, must create a day-to-evening ensemble for Banana Republic, as well as a compelling and successful window display advertising the clothing. Each
On Thin Ice
Jan 18, 2006
The designers have to get sporty to create a garment for 2006 Olympic silver medalist Sasha Cohen. The designers have a budget of $150 and two days to complete the design.
Inspiration
Jan 25, 2006
The contestants have to draw inspiration from their surroundings while outside in New York. The designers have a budget of $100 and one day to complete the outfit.
Flower Power
Feb 1, 2006
Designers must create a look using only natural materials purchased in the flower district. The designers have a budget of $100 and one day to create the garment.
Makeover
Feb 8, 2006
The designers must design a makeover look for another designer, who will then model the new look on the runway. The designers have a budget of $200 and two days to complete the out
What's Your Line
Feb 15, 2006
The contestants face off in the final competition before the Olympus Fashion Week finale. They must design an evening gown that will be worn by supermodel Iman. The designers have
Reunion
Feb 22, 2006
The 16 contestants reunite to discuss their personal highs and woes during the various challenges and reflect on just how the show has changed their lives.
Finale: Part 1
Mar 1, 2006
In Part 1 of the season finale, the finalists return to their homes to create the line that will be shown at Olympus Fashion Week. The episode includes a look at the contestants' p
Finale: Part 2
Mar 8, 2006
In the conclusion of the finale, the remaining contestants complete their 13th look and polish the rest of their collection. Then they present their lines to industry insiders at