Project Runway
First Impressions
Season 17, Episode 1 · Aired 2019-03-14
Synopsis
Sixteen talented designers from all walks of life arrive in New York City for the ultimate fashion competition. Nerves are high as the designers start-off by showcasing their best looks for industry influencers and the Project Runway host and judges Karlie Kloss, Nina Garcia, Brandon Maxwell and Elaine Welteroth. Afterwards, the contestants meet this season's mentor, CFDA and celebrity fashion designer, Christian Siriano. The designers receive their first challenge, to create a look inspired by some of the biggest names in fashion but with a shocking and unexpected twist!
In the series
This episode is part of Project Runway (2004–present) on Bravo/Lifetime.
One day you're in, the next you're out — fashion as elimination sport.
Key cast
- Heidi Klum as Host/Judge
- Tim Gunn as Mentor
- Nina Garcia as Judge
- Michael Kors as Judge