Ep 10. Fake Plastic Snow

Betty Suarez is an ambitious, intelligent and determined young woman who wants to make it big in the fashion industry. The problem is that she doesn't look like your typical fashionista - she's a bit awkward, wears braces and doesn't always dress in the latest trends. Despite these setbacks, Betty lands a job at Mode, a prestigious fashion magazine in New York City.

In season 1, episode 10 titled "Fake Plastic Snow," Betty is tasked with covering the launch of the new scent for Mode's advertiser, Sean Kelly scents. Before the launch, Betty walks in on Wilhelmina Slater, Mode's conniving Creative Director, and Daniel Meade, her boss and the magazine's Editor-in-Chief, discussing something clandestine. Little does she know that they are planning on sabotaging the event in order to get back at Sean Kelly, who has been a thorn in their side. Daniel and Wilhelmina plan to use fake snow that is made of plastic, which will block the air vents and will cause the party guests to be miserable and claustrophobic.

Betty, being the curious and persistent journalist that she is, eventually finds out about the sabotage plan and is determined to stop it. However, things get complicated when she discovers that her sister Hilda and her boyfriend Santos will be attending the event and may fall victim to the sabotage. Betty tries to persuade Daniel to change his mind, but he refuses to listen, seeing it as an opportunity to gain leverage over Sean Kelly.

In the meantime, Betty's nephew, Justin, is learning the harsh realities of the fashion world when he auditions for a role in a school play, only to be told by the director that he doesn't have the "look" they want. Justin turns to Betty for comfort and she convinces him that it's important to stay true to himself and not try to fit in with the crowd.

As the night of the party approaches, Betty begins to panic as she realizes that she may not be able to stop the sabotage plan and protect her loved ones. She enlists the help of her colleague, Henry, who has a crush on her, and together they come up with a plan to replace the plastic snow with the real thing.

At the party, things start to go wrong when the plastic snow begins to fall from the vents, causing chaos and discomfort among the guests. Just as things seem like they couldn't possibly get worse, a fire breaks out, caused by the plastic snow hitting a candle. Betty manages to save her sister and Santos and, in the process, confronts Daniel and Wilhelmina about their actions.

In the end, the party is a disaster and Sean Kelly threatens to pull his advertising from Mode. But Betty manages to convince him to give the magazine a second chance, and he agrees, seeing her determination and passion for the industry. Meanwhile, Justin decides to stick with the school play, even though he may not fit in, and Betty realizes that being true to oneself is the most important thing of all.

"Fake Plastic Snow" is a fast-paced, action-packed episode that showcases Betty's determination and resourcefulness. It also highlights the cutthroat nature of the fashion industry and the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of adversity. The episode is a great example of the show's ability to tackle serious issues while also providing humor and heart. Betrayal, love, and family are the central themes of the Ugly Betty season 1 episode 10, which end up in a nail-biting conclusion.