This week, you were cordially invited to have a seat on the judging panel. We asked you to take this poll and tell us which runway look from last week’s episode of Project Runway deserved to win the industry event challenge.

The results are in, and, according to you, Althea did not create the top design. Find out how the votes went after the jump.

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The most wild accessory to hit the runway this fall? Althea Harper’s Jersey Scarf from her exclusive designer collection for ProjectRunway.com.

The frills and bunching detail of this scarf make it both fashionable and functional. Drape this breezy piece over a simple tee and jeans to instantly create a hip look that sets you apart.

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Althea Harper wowed the judges on the catwalk last week with her sleek party suiting. And chances are, if you’ve been bidding on her winning runway look, you’re already contemplating the perfect accessories to pair it with.

Luckily, Althea has taken out all the guess work by designing a collection of brilliant baubles exclusively for ProjectRunway.com. Our top picks? The oh so mod Gold Chain With Wood Beads Necklace and the stunning Turquoise and Brass Hoop Necklace. Both pieces can go casual or classy at the change of an outfit.

Want more options? See other runway-inspired pieces from Althea’s chic jewelry collection after the jump.

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Congratulations to designer Althea Harper for creating an eye-catching look for an industry event that satisfied both her model Tanisha and the judges’ expectations.

Althea gave Tanisha a tailored smoking jacket, a racer back tank, and an organic skirt - all wrapped up by a bow belt.

Love the final product? You can get this look (and all the other pieces from this challenge) on the Auction Page of ProjectRunway.com.

We love it when Project Runway begins here at the office - because it means YOU can bid on the fabulous designs from the show (and leave US with more room around our desks!) Start bidding now on the Official Project Runway Auction clicking here, and who knows? Maybe you’ll snag a one-of-a-kind Project Runway original for your next fab event.

Meet Althea Harper. A recent college graduate. Althea realized she had designer potential after drawing the clothing of ice skaters and dresses from the Oscars at age 10. Since then, this spunky blonde from Ohio has interned for Anna Sui, Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood and Victoria’s Secret. She generated buzz with her final college project– a fashion show entitled “The Raven”. Althea graduated from the University of Cincinnati and also studied at prestigious fashion school Central St. Martins in London.

Catch Althea and the rest of the Project Runway Season 6 cast sew up the competition on August 20.

Can’t get enough Project Runway? Shop everything from the runway here.

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