Welcome to the main competition of Project Catwalk, where you can immerse yourself in our current cycle!
Everyone is invited to join in the fun we have during the competition, regardless of their guild role, or the part they play in the on-going cycle. So, in whatever way, please consider staying with us a while, if only just to watch the contest unfold. At Project Catwalk, you are among friends!
This guild is a safe space for all, where we encourage our patrons to get involved wherever they feel comfortable enough to do so.
Our guild members are urged to participate in any and all opportunities Project Catwalk provides, whether that means competing in mini contests, engaging in group discussions, or maybe even securing a coveted spot as a Designer in the main competition!
To our cycle Designers, we hope you feel at home in here, as this thread will be like your creative studio and workshop throughout the duration of your time competing. And to our loyal spectators, we anticipate that you will be thoroughly entertained (and perhaps even inspired) with the works of art created by our cycle competitors.
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Posted: Sun Mar 01, 2026 8:50 pm
♬ To see what this competition looks like in its entirety, visit the Archives subforum ♬ You must have guild notices enabled, or at least check them regularly for contest updates ♬ Do not post anything but challenge submissions in this thread — no chatting
♬ Hopeful participants must first apply for the cycle by submitting an audition — no exceptions ♬ The Auditions thread is only open for a limited time, and cannot be reopened once closed ♬ Winning candidates will be PM'd, and must accept their cycle offer before the deadline passes
♬ Entries must include: Designer & Model names, outfit title, description, and submission status ♬ Frequently missed or lacking submissions may rarely result in double eliminations ♬ Designers' overall challenge score doesn't always determine who wins or who gets eliminated ♬ Top Designers get the choice of keeping their Model, or switching it for the eliminated Model
♬ The top three cycle Designers may not audition for the next competition cycle ♬ Cycle finalists have priority (in placement order) to judge or mentor in the following cycle
Posted: Sun Mar 01, 2026 8:55 pm
Head Judge: Picaru Judge 2: ThoughtsofaDame Judge 3: nenone Judge 4: John
Challenge #1: Getting In Tune Welcome, Designers, to the first challenge of Project Catwalk Cycle 8! It’s time to stretch those styling muscles and get familiarized with your models. To help us get to know you all a little more, we are tasking you with creating a look based on your favorite song! Whether it’s a deep cut, radio favorite, or even a one-hit wonder, this is a challenge to get personal with. You can interpret your inspiration however you like, but remember, above all: make it fashion!
Due: April 4th
Challenge #2: Fooling Around Congratulations on making it through your first challenge, Designers! As we ramp up the competition, it’s time to buckle down and get serious this week. For your next challenge, you are to dress your model… as a clown! Or mayhaps a jester, harlequin, or pierrot if that’s more your speed. There are centuries of history and culture to tap into here, and us judges look forward to being entertained and delighted by your looks. (And yes, can you tell that the site issues affected our challenge schedule and this was supposed to be for April Fools? Honk honk, now we’re the ones with pie on our face!)
Due: April 18th
Challenge #3: What's In A Name Designers, welcome back to your third challenge! While the first elimination is never a laughing matter, the show must go on. With a few challenges under your belt, you’ve probably realized that your model pairing can have a significant impact on your styling choices… and this week we’re taking it a step further. For this challenge, you will be limited to only using items that begin with letters appearing in your model’s name! (Base features, including optional noses, will not be included in this restriction.) You can do any sort of theme you like, but us judges will still be expecting creative and original takes. Lastly, while equip lists are usually optional, they will be required this week for your submission to be considered complete. Good luck!
Due: May 2nd
Challenge #4: Frugal Fete Welcome, Designers, to your first Double Header week! It’s a wonderful time of year for us fashion lovers, as the world turns its eyes toward the glamorous looks of the Met Gala. This year’s theme–Fashion is Art–was practically made for us. For the first challenge of your Double Header, you are being tasked with designing a gala-worthy outfit inspired by the Met’s Costume Art exhibit and gala dress code. The catch? You must adhere to a strict budget of 75,000 Platinum for all elements of your design (base features not included). Be sure to consider what is truly necessary to make your look shine, as we are requiring submissions to share equip lists with full Marketplace data, and there may be a small bonus prize for whoever manages to spend the least…!
Due: May 16th
Challenge #5: What Are Thoooose? The time has come, Designers, for a Project Catwalk staple–one that truly tests your skills as a stylist. Yes, that’s right... for the second challenge of your first Double Header, we’re throwing you into the deep end with the infamous Ugly Item Challenge! We’ve plundered the depths of Gaia’s item list to find something truly heinous to torment you with. The rest of the outfit can look however you want, but for this second look, you must sufficiently highlight Angora's Soft Side (Shoes). In the words of another certain famous fashion competition host: Make it work!
Due: May 16th
Challenge #6: Brownout Congratulations on surviving your first Double Header, Designers! We’ve reached the midpoint of the competition, and you should all be proud of yourselves for making it this far. You know, it’s strange–everyone loves coffee and chocolate, yet no one ever seems to say that their favorite color is brown. This week, we’re celebrating this often- overlooked color by making it the focus of your challenge! You can dress your models however you like, but your outfit must be entirely brown. You can use various hues (like taupe and camel) to break up the monotony, but all clothing and accessories (backgrounds not included) MUST read as distinctly brown.
Due: May 30th
Challenge #7: Not Just A Phase Welcome back, Designers! This week, we're going on a bit of a nostalgia trip, and ask you to think back to your rebellious teen years. What sort of music did you listen to? How did you dress? Did you want to stand out, or fit in? Throughout time, young people have forged identities from the intersection of music and fashion, and through these modes of self-expression formed tight-knit communities based on shared aesthetics and values. For this challenge, we're having you tap into the rebellious spirit by assigning you all an iconic subculture style from various points in history to dress your model in. Be sure to do your research, and show us what you've learned!
Punk - Elora Lore Mod - mayuralover Hip Hop - xXAcid_FreeXx New Romantic - FarrahLopolis Beatnik - CottonCandy Girl Emo - Pommes Frites Grunge - Xogue Flapper - kaekie Rave - Kr-E Hippie - Freminet Goth - Endless Endeavors
Due: June 13th
Challenge #8: Battle Of The Bands It's time to buckle in and buckle up for your second Double Header, Designers! Did you know that in addition to judging, we've also been fiddling with some experimental tech behind the scenes? In fact, we've even created a device that allows us to peer into alternate realities. It's the strangest thing... in another universe, it seems your models are all handsome men... and not only that, they are all members of a boy band! For this challenge, your task is to present us with a stylish and swoon-worthy menswear look following your respective group's theme. Your model details can be found in the following post. Be sure to update your base when building!
GROUP A: Y2K Heartthrob • turn-of-the-millenium futurism meets street style • Pommes Frites - Brian CottonCandy Girl - Marius FarrahLopolis - Kip Endless Endeavors - Ivar Elora Lore - Zamir
GROUP B: Contemporary Idol • a blend of high-concept couture and theatrical vibes • xXAcid_FreeXx - Ren kaekie - Haoyu mayuralover - Ben Freminet - Henry Xogue - Aiolos
Due: June 27th
Challenge #9: Oh My Heavens! While it's fun to ponder alternate universes, for the second half of your Double Header, we return to the comfort of our own (including your original models, in case that wasn't clear). The heavens above us have long served as an inspiration for humanity, inspiring both mythology and scientific progress as we seek to understand our place in the cosmos. For this challenge, you are to create a fashionable look inspired by a heavenly body within our solar system. You can go literal or abstract, mythological or scientific with your interpretation, but either way, be sure to dazzle us like the stars you all are!
Battle Of The Bands Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
Oh My Heavens! Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
Maldivas Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
Scream Queens Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
All In A Day's Work Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
Diamond Of The Season Designer: TBD Model: TBD Entry Title — Feedback
Posted: Sun Mar 01, 2026 9:13 pm
BRIGID → BRIAN Skin A Saeven's Vivid Style (Creamsicle) Cherished Portrait of Hawthorn (Eyes) Royal Talker (Lion's Smirk)
WREN → REN Skin E C's Desolate Gaze (Vervain) Dark Pharaoh Fade (Offblack) Sketchbook Hairpins Fallen Sun (Mouth)
MARISOL → MARIUS Skin C Vintage M's Sketchpad (Hair) Salty Eyes (Sable) Briar Rose Petal (true loves kiss)
HAORAN → HAOYU Skin B Zen Rogue Ambitions (Hair) Nagashi Sensei (Mischievous face) tough and tumble (Lawful Master)
KIM → KIP Skin E Heirloom Warlord of Lalune (Hair) Doki Doki Debut (Eyes) Successful Talker (I'm Doing My Best)
BEA → BEN Skin B Stitch Witch (Short Hair) A Very Blooming Yandere Birthday (Eyes) Sweet Talker Mori Moss Agate (Freckles)
INGA → IVAR Skin A Blooming Fresh Ambition (Hair) FatalityKaz's Stoic Glimpse (Tea Green) Royal Talker (Fondest Sigh)
HENRIETTA → HENRY Skin F Furbae Fashion (Marzipan) More Beachy Cuties Agape's Cut Sketchbook Hairpins What are The Sweets Hiding Underneath (Lashes) Purrfect Gaze (Miserable) Bee March (Mouth)
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