Ep 3. The Highs and Lows of Fashion

In this episode of Project Runway season 7, titled "The Highs and Lows of Fashion," the designers are tasked with creating a look inspired by a New York City neighborhood. The catch? They must incorporate materials from a hardware store into their designs.

As the designers head to various neighborhoods in search of inspiration, tensions rise among the group. Some designers struggle to find a unique and cohesive concept that incorporates both the neighborhood and hardware store materials, while others seem to have a clear vision from the start.

Back in the workroom, Tim Gunn checks in on each designer's progress and offers critiques and suggestions. Some designers take his advice to heart and make significant changes, while others stick to their original plans.

As time ticks down, the pressure mounts and a few designers find themselves in a race against the clock to finish their garments. Some are confident in their creations, while others are nervous about presenting their designs on the runway.

As the models strut down the catwalk, the judges take note of the highs and lows of each designer's piece. Some are praised for their creativity and execution, while others are criticized for their lack of cohesion and questionable design choices.

In the end, one designer is crowned the winner of the challenge and another is sent home. But for the remaining designers, the competition only gets tougher as they continue to battle it out for the ultimate prize of becoming the next Project Runway champion.