This week’s episode of Project Runway Season 21 took a surprising turn, pushing the remaining five designers to the limits of their creativity. In a groundbreaking challenge, they were tasked with creating stunning evening wear for women and men with eczema. The goal was to craft not only beautiful but also comfortable and skin-sensitive fashion, a powerful statement in the world of inclusive design.

As if that wasn’t enough pressure, the iconic judge Heidi Klum added a twist: each look had to feature a “jaw-dropping reveal on the runway.” This meant designers had to think beyond a simple garment, incorporating elements of transformation and theatricality into their designs.

The stakes were high, with fashion visionary Harris Reed and comedian Nikki Glaser joining the judging panel as guest judges. Mentor Christian Siriano was on hand to offer advice and feedback.

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The final looks were brought to life by the Ulta Beauty hair and makeup team, ensuring each designer’s vision was fully realized, creating a cohesive and compelling runway presentation that complemented the designs.

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Get the full recap, including all the spoilers, and find out who was eliminated in this week’s challenge.

Who went home on Project Runway Season 21 Week 7 tonight?

Yuchen

Belania and Jesus

The latest episode of Project Runway Season 21 delivered a stunning twist that left everyone in shock. At the beginning of the episode, it was revealed that while Veejay’s country-themed look from the previous challenge fell short, it was Yuchen who was ultimately eliminated. Later in the episode, Klum shocked the bottom contestants when she revealed both Belania and Jesus were out.

As the episode progressed, the pressure mounted as the designers tackled a new challenge, and three contestants found themselves on the chopping block. Ethan, Jesus, and Belania were all in the bottom three after their looks failed to impress the judges. Jesus faced particularly harsh criticism, with guest judge Glaser labeling his top a “pirate magician” look. Meanwhile, guest judge Reed critiqued Belania’s look for failing to “click,” a sentiment Belania herself echoed, admitting it wasn’t her “DNA.”

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Judge Law Roach also weighed in on Jesus’s design, emphasizing the importance of respecting a client’s desire for a more masculine feel. “I think its ok for a man to say, ‘I’d rather look and feel more masculine. And I think that should be respected. And I think Jesus didn’t respect that,” he stated.

The Unprecedented Double Elimination

The judges’ deliberation intensified as they debated the fate of Belania and Jesus, with Roach asking, “What’s the biggest sin? A sloppy toppy? Or a mismatched mess?” In a shocking move, Klum announced that both Jesus and Belania were eliminated, leaving the remaining designers—and viewers—speechless.

The episode concluded with an ominous “To Be Continued,” teasing a major cliffhanger. Will this be the end for Jesus and Belania, or does Project Runway Week 8 have another twist in store for them? Viewers will have to tune in to find out.

What were the challenges on Project Runway Season 21 tonight?

This week on Project Runway, the designers faced an innovative task: to create luxurious evening wear (with a runway reveal) for people living with eczema. This challenge pushed them to consider not only style but also comfort and skin-sensitivity, a crucial aspect of inclusive fashion design. The goal was to prove that high-end, elegant fashion can also be kind to the skin, making a statement about beauty and accessibility on the runway.

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Who won the challenge on Project Runway Season 21 tonight?

Antonio

Antonio and Veejay were the top designers.

Designer Antonio secured his first win of the season on Project Runway Season 21. His winning look, a strapless little black dress paired with a striking coat, earned high praise from the judges. Fashion icon and judge Law Roach was particularly impressed, calling the coat “couture,” acknowledging its exceptional craftsmanship and elevated design. The victory marks a turning point for Antonio in the competition.

Who were the guest judges on Project Runway Season 21 tonight?

Designer Harris Reed and comedian Nikki Glaser joined Heidi Klum and Law Roach on the runway.

Who is left this season on Project Runway Season 21?

Antonio Estrada

Ethan Mundt AKA “Utica Queen”

Veejay Floresca

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