The drama continued on last week's episode of Project Runway. See our recap to get you ready for tonight. You can catch tonight's episode at 10/9c on Bravo.

The challenge: to design a pageant gown for Tara Conner, Miss USA, to wear in last Sunday night's Miss Universe pageant (The beauty contest was eventually won by Miss Puerto Rico, who promptly passed out).

The contestants went through a pageant of their own as each of them pitched Miss USA on designs to meet her requirements of earth tones, low backs and tasteful necklines. Seven designers were chosen to realize their visions and they - in a manner reminiscent of my second grade kickball memories - each chose a partner to be on their team. And, of course, drama ensued.

Vera Wang, queen of the evening gown, and Ms. Conner herself were the guest judges as Michael Kors sat this one out.

When the dust settled, the surprise loser was Malan, who spewed out this horrible brown design:

And, no surprise, Kayne, the pageant gown designer, won with this shimmering purple gown:

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