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Jane by Design Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
18 Episodes 2012 - 2012
In the introductory season of "Jane by Design", Jane Quimby (Erica Dasher) is a teenager that leads a double life as a high-school student and an assistant to a fashion executive (played by Andie MacDowell.). The comedy-drama picks up on Jane's struggle to balance both worlds while taking on life's dramas and maturing. Special appearances from Patricia Field, Stefano Tonchi, and Betsey Johnson among many others from both fashion and design acclaim.
Episode 1
Pilot
Tue, Jan 3, 2012 60 mins
In the series premiere of this drama, a teenager (Erica Dasher) with a keen sense of style is mistaken for an adult and given a job as an assistant to a powerful fashion executive (Andie McDowell), so she plays along and secretly juggles high-school life with a new career.
Episode 2
The Runway
Tue, Jan 10, 2012 60 mins
Jane tackles a pressing task for the Spring Preview Party, and then realizes the event conflicts with her school's winter formal, which Nick has asked her to attend.
Episode 3
The Birkin
Tue, Jan 17, 2012 60 mins
Gray rewards Jane for her impressive work, but a jealous India is determined to see Jane fall. Meanwhile, a rivalry forms between Jane and Lulu when they learn they share the top academic spot in their class.
Episode 4
The Finger Bowl
Tue, Jan 24, 2012 60 mins
Billy and Lulu come clean about their relationship, but their friends react with disapproval. Meanwhile, Jane and Jeremy must impress a top fashion editor who's visiting the office.
Episode 5
The Lookbook
Tue, Jan 31, 2012 60 mins
Jane gets to go to Paris to deliver a special book to Gray, but her task requires help from Lulu. Elsewhere, Billy's brother tries to rope Billy into doing something that's illegal.
Episode 6
The Image Issue
Tue, Feb 7, 2012 60 mins
Jane is told to uncover the next teenage fashion trend, so she does research at her school. Meanwhile, Billy makes some personal style changes, which displeases Jane.
Episode 7
The Teen Model
Tue, Feb 14, 2012 60 mins
Jane has to babysit an uncontrollable teenage model before a photo shoot. Meanwhile, Jane's own erratic behavior and crazy schedule land her in hot water with Ben.
Episode 8
The Wedding Gown
Tue, Feb 21, 2012 60 mins
India takes credit for Jane's wedding-dress design when the staff caters to a finicky socialite bride. Meanwhile, Jane arranges for Billy and Nick to spend time together so they can bond.
Episode 9
The Getaway
Tue, Feb 28, 2012 60 mins
Jane must abandon her camping plans and instead accompany India on a business trip to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, the school camping trip goes on without her, but it does not go well for those in attendance.
Episode 10
The End of the Line
Tue, Mar 6, 2012 60 mins
Jane prepares for Fashion Week and her coworkers lean on her, but she may have to bail on them since Ben now knows about her secret. Elsewhere, Billy has to face the consequences of aiding his brother's illegal activities.
Episode 11
The Replacement
Tue, Jun 5, 2012 60 mins
Jane realizes she may have a chance at getting India's job now that Gray is depending on her more, but she faces some tough competition. Meanwhile, Billy returns from a stint in juvenile hall; and Ben struggles to keep Jane's secret from Rita.
Episode 12
The Celebrity
Tue, Jun 12, 2012 60 mins
Jane's team must impress a captivating movie star in order to secure an account with a retail chain. Elsewhere, Billy has trouble readjusting to high school and living down his new bad-boy reputation.
Episode 13
The Surprise
Tue, Jun 19, 2012 60 mins
Ben and Billy plan a surprise party for Jane, who mistakenly thinks no one remembered her birthday. However, an unexpected visitor proves to be an even bigger surprise for her.
Episode 14
The Second Chance
Tue, Jun 26, 2012 60 mins
Jane embraces her mom's return home, while Ben is wary and fears their mom will hurt Jane by taking off again. Elsewhere, Billy begins to find Zoe's behavior puzzling.
Episode 15
The Online Date
Tue, Jul 10, 2012 60 mins
Billy is hesitant about meeting Zoe's parents. Elsewhere, Kate creates an online-dating profile for Gray, which Jane tries to hide; and Rita prepares to battle Amanda so she can win Ben's heart.
Episode 16
The Backup Dress
Tue, Jul 17, 2012 60 mins
Jane prepares to go on an official date with Eli. Meanwhile, Kate contemplates accepting Dakota's proposal; a scout asks Ben to try out for a minor-league baseball team; and Billy worries about Zoe and Nick bonding during play rehearsals.
Episode 17
The Sleepover
Tue, Jul 24, 2012 60 mins
Donovan Decker needs help closing the Harrods deal, so Jane heads to London to convince Jeremy to return to work. Meanwhile, Billy attempts to reconcile with Zoe.
Episode 18
The Bonus Check
Tue, Jul 31, 2012 60 mins
In the first-season finale, Jane finances the school play with the funds from her bonus check and gets her coworkers to help make the costumes, but then she realizes the high personal cost of this endeavor.
