Project Runway (season 9)
| Project Runway (season 9) | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United States |
| No. of episodes | 14 |
| Release | |
| Original network | Lifetime |
| Original release |
July 28 – October 27, 2011 |
| Filming dates | June 2011 – |
| No. of contestants | 20 |
| No. of tasks | 12 |
| Winner | Anya Ayoung-Chee |
| Season chronology | |
July 28 – October 27, 2011
Project Runway Season 9 is the ninth season of the television show Project Runway. The season began airing on July 28, 2011 and features 20 designers who hope to become "the next great American designer."
Returning as judges were supermodel Heidi Klum; fashion designer Michael Kors; and Marie Claire fashion director, Nina Garcia. Tim Gunn returned as the workroom mentor.
Laura Kathleen Planck, Joshua McKinley and Anthony Ryan Auld later competed in the second season of the All Stars edition, where Laura Kathleen came in 6th, Joshua placed 4th, and Anthony Ryan won the season. In 2013, Viktor Luna competed in the third season of All Stars, placing 5th of 11.
In the first episode, 4 designers were eliminated and 16 continued to participate in the show.
Designer legend
Original Airdate: July 28, 2011
As the season begins and the designers arrive in New York, they are informed that they are not yet part of season 9. For the final stage of their casting session, the 20 designers must go in front of Heidi, Michael, Nina and Tim to make a case as to why they deserve one of the 16 coveted spots this season.
The next day, the 16 remaining designers are awoken by Tim in the early morning hours and given their first challenge: transform the pajamas they are wearing and one bed sheet into an outfit of their choice. Dyes, trim, and closures are provided.
Original Airdate: August 4, 2011
The designers must create an outfit using only materials found in a pet supply store.
Original Airdate: August 11, 2011
The designers work on a challenge revolving around a theme called "Larger than Life". In teams of two with a budget of $500 and one day to work, they create outfits for professional stilt walkers. The runway show is at Battery Park, making it the first runway show to be held outside.
Pairs: Anthony Ryan & Laura, Bryce & Fallene, Danielle & Cecilia, Joshua M. & Julie, Viktor & Bert, Anya & Olivier, and Kimberly & Becky
Original Airdate: August 18, 2011
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