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15 Episodes 2006 - 2006
Season 3 of the reality show about fashion design is once again hosted by Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn returns as mentor to the designers; designer Michael Kors and "Marie Claire" fashion director Nina Garcia are also back as judges. Challenges this season include creating a garment from recyclable materials and from items found in the designers' apartments. As the four finalists are allowed to compete at New York Fashion Week, competition between the contestants is harsh: Someone might go too far and break the rules, risking to be asked to leave.
Episode 1
Wed, Jul 12, 2006 60 mins
Fashion maven Tim Gunn hosts this behind-the-scenes peek at the casting process for the reality series' third season. The show features "bio videos" of Season 3 designers, plus a look at the career progress of former contestants, including Santino Rice, Wendy Pepper, Austin Scarlett, Jay McCarroll, Nick Verreos and Chloe Dao.
Episode 2
Wed, Jul 12, 2006 60 mins
Fifteen blossoming designers plunge into their first challenge when they must create a garment using only materials found in their apartments.
Episode 3
Wed, Jul 19, 2006 60 mins
The aspiring designers must create an evening gown for Tara Conner, Miss USA 2006.
Episode 4
Wed, Jul 26, 2006 60 mins
The fur flies when the remaining 13 designers are teamed with a hot fashion "accessory" (a tiny dog). They must then create a women's wear garment inspired by said dog---and whip up a complementary outfit for the canine. Ivanka Trump serves as a judge.
Episode 5
Wed, Aug 2, 2006 60 mins
The remaining 12 designers are tasked to create a three-piece look for "fashion-forward" women. The drama intensifies when one contestant is kicked off the series for going against show rules.
Episode 6
Wed, Aug 9, 2006 60 mins
The remaining designers must modernize a look for 10 fashion icons, including Madonna, Marilyn Monroe, Pam Grier and Jackie Onassis. Meanwhile, a broken sewing machine causes arguments in the workroom.
Episode 7
Wed, Aug 16, 2006 60 mins
Mentor Tim Gunn ushers the group on an early-morning field trip to a Newark, N.J., warehouse, where the budding designers must collect recyclable materials and use them to create an outfit.
Episode 8
Wed, Aug 23, 2006 60 mins
Emotions intensify as the remaining contestants are tasked to design an outfit for everyday women.
Episode 9
Wed, Aug 30, 2006 60 mins
The seven remaining designers' budding talents are tested when they must create an outfit for a hip international jet-setter. The twist? They must design the clothes for themselves and model their fashions on the runway.
Episode 10
Wed, Sep 6, 2006 60 mins
While in Paris, the remaining six designers must create a couture gown, a task that involves giving special attention to hand-sewing and detail.
Episode 11
Wed, Sep 13, 2006 60 mins
Surprise guests are on hand when the designers are tasked to design a black-and-white cocktail dress.
Episode 12
Wed, Sep 27, 2006 60 mins
The four remaining contestants are pushed to their limits when they're given creative freedom to design a garment that best conveys their point of view as a designer. The winning creation is then featured in a fashion magazine.
Episode 13
Wed, Oct 4, 2006 60 mins
The cast reunites to reflect on and rehash the good, the bad and the ugly from Season 3. Included: insight into how the series has impacted the budding designers' lives and careers.
Episode 14
Wed, Oct 11, 2006 60 mins
Part 1 of 2. The finalists are under the Gunn---that is, mentor Tim Gunn tracks them as they journey home to design their lines, which will then be showcased at Fashion Week in New York City. Included: insight into each designer's personal life and collection.
Episode 15
Wed, Oct 18, 2006 60 mins
Conclusion. The four remaining designers showcase their collections at Fashion Week in New York City, where their lines are sized up by the judges, the media and fashion dignitaries. At stake: big money ($100,000), a magazine spread, a car, a fashion mentorship---and bragging rights.