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Veejay Floresca Wins Project Runway Season 21, First Trans and First Filipino Winner

After years of applying to the U.S. series, the Filipina designer’s win brings $200,000 plus an Elle feature, Agentry PR support, CFDA mentorship.

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Overview

  • Freeform’s Season 21 finale aired September 25, with judges Heidi Klum, Nina García, and Law Roach declaring Floresca the winner as Michael Kors returned as guest judge.
  • Floresca’s five-look finale featured metallic designs referencing The Terminator, including a standout chainmail gown that drew strong praise.
  • The prize package includes $200,000, an editorial feature in Elle, six months of representation from Agentry PR, and mentorship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
  • Born and raised in the Philippines, Floresca placed third on Project Runway Philippines in 2008 before immigrating to the U.S. and applying to the American series each year since 2012.
  • In post-win interviews, she emphasized representation, describing herself as an immigrant and a trans woman of color while expressing hope that her story changes perceptions.