Hosted by Tim Gunn, this hour-long special offers an in-depth look at the selection process and the inside scoop on the 20 designers chosen to be the semi-finalists for season 9.

20 new designers audition in front of Heidi, Tim, Michael, and Nina. The judges then pare the group down to the 16 contestants of season 9. The next morning, the designers are given the challenge of transforming a bed sheet and the pajamas they are wearing into an outfit of their choice. They have one day to complete their garments.