Ep 9. Make It Sell

In Project Runway season 14 episode 9, titled "Make It Sell," the remaining designers face their toughest challenge yet - creating a cohesive fashion collection that will not only impress the judges but also be commercially viable in the real world. To add to the pressure, this is also the last challenge before the finale, meaning the stakes are higher than ever.

The 5 remaining designers are first introduced to their clients - businesswomen who are looking for a clothing line that both represents their brand and appeals to their customers. The clients give the designers a brief of what they're looking for, including colors, fabrics, and silhouettes, and the designers get to work on creating their collections.

However, things quickly get challenging as the designers struggle to balance their artistic vision with the commercial requirements of the challenge. They want their collections to be unique and true to their personal styles, but they also need to make them marketable and appealing to a broader audience.

During the course of the episode, we see the designers sketching, draping, and sewing their garments as they try to get a cohesive collection together. The judges, including Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, and guest judge Miranda Kerr, make their rounds and give critiques, pointing out strengths and weaknesses in each designer's collection.

As the clock ticks down, tensions rise as the designers scramble to meet the challenge requirements and finish their looks in time for the runway show. Some designers have to overhaul their collections entirely, while others have to cut looks due to time constraints.

Finally, it's time for the runway show, where the designers' collections are modeled, and the judges make their final evaluations. With the winner of Project Runway season 14 just one challenge away from being crowned, the tension is palpable as the judges deliberate and ultimately make their decisions.

Overall, "Make It Sell" is a great episode that showcases the talent and creativity of the remaining designers while also putting them through the wringer. It's a reminder that fashion isn't just about artistry; it's also a business, and designers need to be able to balance both to be successful.