Project Accessory

2011

Project Accessory, an American reality television series, was a spin off of the series Project Runway. It began airing on Lifetime on October 28, 2011. On the show, contestants were given challenges in which they must create various fashion accessories with restrictions for materials, subject matter, and time. One or more contestants were eliminated each episode after appearing before a judging panel.

Production

Seasons

8 Episodes • Premiered 2011

1. Accessorize This?!

Twelve designers create fashion accessories in this reality-competition series for a chance to win $100,000 to start their own brand. For their first challenge, the contestants are asked to create three accessories, using materials found in storage lockers, for a t-shirt and jeans outfit.

2. Sole Searching

The contestants are asked to create two accessories, using a Swarovski piece as inspiration, for a little black dress outfit.

3. Bling It On

The designers are asked to create accessories to transform a bodysuit into everyday wear.

4. It's In The Bag

The designers must create a handbag and an accessory for a muse — a woman featured in an eBay Fashion Style Story for her unique fashion sense.

5. Beach Blanket Blingo

The designers are asked to create three accessories, using materials found on the beach, for a swimwear outfit.

6. Fall For Kenneth

The contestants are asked to create two accessories to compliment chosen designs from Kenneth Cole's new holiday collection.

7. Bugging Out

The designers are asked to create three accessories for a red carpet outfit, using insects not only for inspiration but as materials.

8. Finale

For the finale, the contestants are asked to create nine accessories to be showcased on three different looks. Which of them will be crowned the first ever winner of Project Accessory?