The BEST episodes of Project Runway season 21

Every episode of Project Runway season 21, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Project Runway season 21!

Sixteen fashion designer hopefuls are ready to take the runway by storm and make fashion history as they prove to a panel of judges who has what it takes to make it in the industry and take home the final prize: a chance to present a final collection at New York Fashion Week.

Last Updated: 10/6/2025Network: FreeformStatus: Continuing
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7.83
35 votes

#1 - Something Wicked

Season 21 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/18/2025

Friendships are tested as designers make looks for Oz!

New House, New Rules
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7.50
58 votes

#2 - New House, New Rules

Season 21 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/31/2025

Heidi Klum returns to host the iconic competition series. Twelve hopeful new designers are divided into two competing fashion houses and must create a look inspired by Disney princesses and villains.

Hit the Streets
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7.42
36 votes

#3 - Hit the Streets

Season 21 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/28/2025

The designers must step up their game as they are asked to create a streetwear look that speaks to their individual brand.

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7.40
35 votes

#4 - Threads of Confidence

Season 21 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/11/2025

The designers design for real clients for a night out.

Complementary Couture
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7.39
44 votes

#5 - Complementary Couture

Season 21 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/21/2025

After a difficult elimination, the designers must regroup as they are tasked with creating a companion piece to their unconventional materials look from the previous challenge.

Sew Elementary
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7.36
44 votes

#6 - Sew Elementary

Season 21 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/14/2025

The designers head back to school, where they must create fashionable looks using unconventional materials before facing a shocking twist at the elimination. Stars of the hit ABC sitcom 'Abbott Elementary' Chris Perfetti and Lisa Ann Walter guest judge.

Boring to Brilliant
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7.27
44 votes

#7 - Boring to Brilliant

Season 21 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/7/2025

As the competition between the two houses heats up, the designers must use their creative skills to transform boring fabric into fabulous fashion. Sofia Vergara guest judges.

Feel the Burn
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7.27
48 votes

#8 - Feel the Burn

Season 21 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/31/2025

After a shake-up in the houses, the designers are challenged to create a multipurpose athleisure look that mixes fashion and function.

Runway Rodeo
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7.19
32 votes

#9 - Runway Rodeo

Season 21 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/4/2025

The designers saddle up for a wild ride as their next challenge requires them to create a modern take on western chic.

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7.05
38 votes

#10 - See You on the Runway

Season 21 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/25/2025

The contestants will create capsule collections to select a champion.