Ep 5. A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock And Roll

In Project Runway season 11 episode 5, titled "A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock And Roll," the designers are asked to create looks that fuse together country and rock themes. The challenge is introduced by country singer, Emmylou Harris, who also serves as a guest judge.

The designers are split into two teams and given $300 to spend at a country and western store to create their looks. The teams have to work together to choose fabrics, embellishments, and accessories that reflect both genres.

As they get started, tensions run high, as some designers struggle to find common ground with their teammates. Several designers feel that their team members' opinions are overpowering their own, while others are frustrated with the lack of direction in their group.

In the workroom, one team struggles with the construction of their garments, while the other team delivers a cohesive collection. Tim Gunn makes his rounds, offering critiques and words of encouragement to each of the teams.

On the day of the runway, the guest judge is joined by regular judges, Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, and Zac Posen. The designs are showcased on the runway, and the judges offer their thoughts and criticisms.

One designer is praised for their innovative use of fabric, while another is criticized for playing it safe. The judges note the difficulties of fusing two opposing genres, but overall, are impressed with the designers' creativity and execution.

In the end, one designer is named the winner of the challenge, while another is eliminated from the competition. The remaining designers move on to the next challenge, eager to prove their skill and creativity once again.

Overall, "A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock And Roll" is a challenging and exciting episode of Project Runway, showcasing the designers' ability to think outside the box and create unique looks that fuse together two seemingly different themes.