The Hype

An unexpected blind critique keeps the designers on their toes as they tackle their first official challenge: creating a classic, custom streetwear look for A$AP Ferg to be featured on an LA billboard.

A surprise test in collaboration threatens to break hearts in the studio as the designers create cohesive, sustainable looks for the ultimate It-couple.

With streetwear trailblazers Bobby Hundreds and Angelo Baque on hand to help them through, the designers tackle a personal and emotional challenge: instilling their core beliefs into looks that address pressing social issues.

Victory is within reach as the semi-finalists create looks inspired by the strong women in their lives; even with guidance from Bephie and Marni, some designers struggle to create their first-ever womens outfits.

After an unexpected first challenge narrows the competition, the remaining designers have 24 hours to create a luxury streetwear ‘fit to impress a panel of special guests, including style icon Law Roach and season one finalist Kai Nguyen

With help from skateboarding icon Paul Rodriguez, the designers grind out unique outfits for pro skaters that incorporate comfort and personal style – but rising tensions in the Hype Quarters threaten to derail the competition.