Season 22 welcomes a new group of designers hoping to make a name for themselves in the fashion world, with their fate resting in the hands of a star-studded panel that includes celebrity stylist Law Roach.
The fashion competition returns with Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Tyra Banks and Roach serving as judges, while Season 4 winner Christian Siriano reprises his role as mentor.
For Roach, who's back for his second season as a judge, candid critiques are part of the job.
"It's tough love," he told entertainment reporter Joelle Garguilo. "It's tough love, and it's a real snapshot of the fashion industry."
Roach has built a reputation as one of fashion's most influential tastemakers. Often referred to as an image architect, he is the stylist behind many of Zendaya's most memorable red-carpet looks. Their creative partnership and friendship stretches back to the early days of both of their careers.
Garguilo asked Roach about recently making headlines after revealing he missed Zendaya's wedding.
"No, I'm never supposed to say anything, but that's the beauty of me," Roach said. "I kind of just say the truth and what's on my mind. The internet was in an uproar that they missed the wedding, but, you know, if you missed it, you missed it."
The stylist also weighed in on a few current fashion trends.
Asked whether butter yellow is in or out, Roach offered a quick response.
"Butter yellow is still in," he said. "And you know who loves butter yellow? Ariana Grande."
His take on socks with Birkenstocks was less enthusiastic.
"That doesn't even sound right," he said.
As for matching outfits with pets?
"Ew," Roach said.
When it comes to "Project Runway," Roach said what excites him most is discovering what's next in fashion.
"For me, it's all about innovation and what's next," he said. "When I see the runway, I'm hoping to see something I want to pluck off the runway and put on one of my clients."
Roach also shared a message for young people chasing big dreams, especially those who may lack confidence.
"You really have to see yourself living the life that you want," he said. "If you can see it and believe it, you can achieve it. It's really the reason I feel like I'm successful."
When Garguilo noted that simply being himself has inspired others to pursue their own goals, Roach appeared touched by the sentiment.
"That means the world to me," he said.
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