Episode 9
It’s the semi-final, and in the way of a place in the final stand a set of challenges inspired by three icons: Balenciaga, Gaultier and Chanel.
Kiell Smith-Bynoe welcomes the four semi-finalists into the sewing room as the judges set three challenges inspired by design icons.
First up, master pattern cutter Cristobal Balenciaga is the inspiration for the Pattern Challenge, as the sewers recreate a version of one of his dresses.
In the Transformation Challenge, taking the lead from the iconic Jean Paul Gaultier, the sewers are given a pile of neck ties and tasked with using them to create a brand new garment.
Finally, in the Made to Measure, Coco Chanel is in the spotlight as the sewers get the chance to scour her long career to find a style to make an outfit inspired by her work.
Four remaining sewers, three challenges, but one will miss out on a place in the final.
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Duration: 01:18
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Kiell Smith-Bynoe |
| Judge | Esme Young |
| Judge | Patrick Grant |
| Director | Ivan Youlden |
| Executive Producer | Tom Davies |
| Executive Producer | Richard McKerrow |
| Series Producer | Rebecca Cray |
| Production Manager | Fin O'Riordan |
| Line Producer | Nina McIntosh |
| Line Producer | Euan McRae |
| Production Company | Love Productions |
