There's no time. Do a final check!
Did you take out the marking pins from this?
Bring #5 over here!
How is that? Is it too tight?
No, it's fine.
Thank you very much.
Sorry for all the adjustments.
Now please go to the makeup room, Miss Sudo.
Finalists, please gather in the staging area for the finalized show schedule.
I have to go, too.
All right, I better go now.
Um...
Huh?
Um... These pants...
...they're wonderful!
Thank you very much.
Today's the day.
Why are you so desperate?
There's someone I want to crush.
Huh?
Ah!
M-Mister...
Oh...
Miss Kokoro, let's participate in the Geika Festival's fashion show!
I won't lose.
Me neither.
"Smile Down the Runway"
"Episode 10: Must Not Lose" I'll announce the order based off the raffle from earlier.
Be aware of your position and act according to the timetable.
I'll post the details here.
It's so big!
It's amazing, isn't it?
The Geika Festival fashion show will start momentarily.
Please welcome today's panel of judges.
Japan's most popular top model, Miss Sara.
The designer behind the popular young adult clothing brand, Quintiz, Mr. Kazuya Suo.
Chief editor of fashion magazine, Hoen, Ms. Kinu Kamii.
And finally, the Geika Fashion School principal, Ms. Shoko Takaoka.
With this all-star lineup of judges, the show will now kick off!
Well, shall we switch seats?
No way. I'm in no position to critique others.
If you're not, then I'm a huge embarrassment sitting here, Ms. Ayano.
This is more like a class visitation for me anyways.
I'll refrain from making smart remarks today.
Now, I wonder if there's anyone interesting today.
It started!
Hmph.
You!
Oh.
You're not wearing your usual Lale Fauns today.
Please!
It's none of your business.
We might as well watch the show together.
What?! No way.
You're so harsh towards the young people, but you can't even make an entrance?
How embarrassing.
I'll kill you...
Wow.
There's a lot of people around Ikuto's age who can make amazing clothes...
It's true.
The audience is full of stylish people, too.
This is Geika, after all.
Mother, you should've dressed up more too.
I'm good just like this.
Is it Iku's turn yet?
It'll be his turn soon, so be a good girl, okay?
I'm... going to run to the restroom.
Are you okay?
It's just... I'm getting nervous!
Don't worry! I bet Ikuto's more relaxed than you are.
My stomach hurts...
I'm so nervous...!
I have to hurry back for the final check.
Huh?
#7! The double woven obi and accessories are out of balance.
Adjust its position and make it work on the model.
Hey, where's the silk thread?
We just ran out. Let's use a safety pin--
It's okay!
Use polyester thread instead! Then you'll just need to adjust the size.
We still have time.
My turn is right before yours.
I'm going to steal the audience and crush you!
I guess Toh Ayano is the most noteworthy designer here.
He might be. Especially since he's the grandchild of the great Ms. Mai Ayano.
What's taking Honoka so long?
I'm sure she'll be back any minute.
What? Are you getting nervous, too, Aoi?
Nervous? Me?
Well...
I like it. It's edgy.
Using leather to create Japanese clothes.
Fitter! When the model comes back, get them changed in 30 seconds.
--That day... Ikuto Tsumura completely ruined Hajime Yanagida's fashion show.
--Is she okay? She's one of Mr. Yanagida's staff. --That day... Ikuto Tsumura completely ruined Hajime Yanagida's fashion show.
Wait... This can't be good.
Is there anyone who can sew in her place?
No, there's no one available.
What? There's no replacement?
Does anyone know how to sew?
I'll do it.
The original design of that dress was more elegant and delicate.
But by adjusting it to fit that short model, the dress became flashy.
But... at that moment...
...I didn't raise my hand.
Why do I despise Ikuto Tsumura?
Because he ruined Mr. Hajime's show?
No.
Because he completely departed from Mr. Hajime's concept?
No.
That time... when I heard the audience's applause...
...I was swept away by it.
This is the last one!
Go!
I thought I lost...
Why do I despise Ikuto Tsumura? It's because...
...I hate to lose.
Ah...
My, what flames of passion.
They made good use of the billowing skirt to achieve a good mix of kimono and dress.
What a beautiful silhouette.
If I don't give any praise, it will come back to me.
Using an unforgiving material like leather to make a kimono...
Her knowledge and technique to achieve this look...
It's all impressive, Kaoru.
I want to wear that second kimono to Cannes.
A bit too influenced by that designer... Yanagida, was it?
But anyway...
The audience is excited, that should be taken into account.
E-Excuse me.
Sorry, I wasn't being careful either.
Come on, let's go to the front.
Why do I have to go with you?
I was asked to record the next show,
since they won't be able to.
Try raising your arm up a little.
Yup, it's good.
Kanami, what time is it right now?
It's almost 2:50 pm.
Okay.
Now it's finally time for Ikuto's show.
It's finally... my turn!
I never even considered before now
that there are good clothes and bad clothes...
I'm about to be evaluated based on that idea.
A lot has happened until this moment... It wasn't all just fun.
My dream is to become a fashion designer.
Runway, here I come!
Smile.
This is it, everyone!
We got this!
I'm going to enjoy it... Showing my collection to everyone!
All right everyone, it's show time!
Smile Down the Runway.
Oh? She's back.
You're a weirdo, Honoka.
So emotional.
I'm fine now. Stop being annoying.
I calmed myself down.
It's about to start, so if you have to go-- Huh?
Blue... lights...
Those shoes...
You only wear them for special occasions right, Aoi?
What...? Oh, yeah...
I made blue gloves just for you, Aoi.
Wow!
Handmade gloves?
Is your brother a girl?
I hate these gloves!
This is Noka's favorite song.
It takes me back...
It's a ribbon!
This is undoubtedly Ikuto's show.
Doesn't it make you happy?
Aoi, why are you crying?
You were just giving me a hard time about it.
I want... Ikuto to win.
I want him to win and brag about how amazing he is!
Ikuto's giving it his all.
He's here to win.
Crossing boundaries... Finding harmony between genders.
Pattern on pattern of tartan and pin checks... Reminiscent of Britain...
An outfit designed so that only a tall model could pull it off.
My guess is...
...this collection will take us around the world.
His concept is crystal clear right off the bat. Way to go, Ikuto!
You're not going to cry, Mommy?
Who? Mommy?
Mommy's not going to cry.
What? Mother. I'm not crying, okay?
Honoka's the one crying.
Ouch. Don't pinch me!
Mother never cries.
Even Ikuto said he's never seen her cry.
I cry... I'm sobbing in my heart.
Sure, sure.
Your walk was great!
Please keep it up for the next outfit!
Yes.
Wow.
The second and third outfits are Scandinavia.
The fourth outfit is Italy.
Elegant palazzo pants featuring lace that originated in Sicily.
Then next up...
I knew it!
He used a traditional Italian embroidery method, too.
Society tends to praise the "unpredictable."
But when it's predictable, it means that the idea is grounded with clear intention.
What do you think is next?
Don't talk to me.
Here it comes.
It's Japan.
The runway... It's still bright white.
But for some reason... my legs are moving on their own.
The top is made with thick fabric, but the shorts are made with stretchy denim.
The sleeves are lace, so my arms feel light.
The first outfit and now this one...
...it's carefully made with the wearer in mind.
"Kaoru Kizaki Ikuto Tsumura Kokoro Hasegawa"
Ikuto Tsumura...
Igarashi, didn't you have a problem with this designer, too?
What do you think, as a former model yourself?
The model's into it.
Yup.
I totally get it! When the clothes are well-made, it fires you up!
A model's aura is like a drop of water on drawing paper.
The concept is like color in the drop, and it spreads out.
When the model is talented, the drawing paper is completely saturated.
When that happens, the outfit's concept comes through powerfully.
The show's concept was apparent from the first outfit.
I wonder what's next.
A change of direction.
American fashion?
It's flashy and bold.
Plus, it's oldies style.
This is the seventh outfit.
Ikuto's going to present a total of ten outfits.
Maybe he's amping things up for the finale now.
Usually, the key outfit is presented first or last.
My bet's on America again for the eighth outfit.
The ninth outfit could be the military style of Germany.
And for the finale, the tenth outfit...
The eighth outfit is Germany?!
Unpredictable all of a sudden.
What's next?
What? France for the ninth outfit?!
A brilliant aristocratic style?
The last one is next...
Will it be France one more time?
I'm sure everyone expects to see France for the finale.
An arrangement that deliberately defies people's expectations.
How bold...
I wonder who he learned it from.
This designer's "wa" is about unisex.
Harmony of the genders.
Then, the tenth must be...
The final outfit... This is it!
Take it away!
I see...
Stripped of any element of brilliance...
A universal style that belongs to all countries...
And defies all other concepts.
Clothing for anyone.
Well done.
I would do the same.
Stripped of all unnecessary components, the ultimate minimalism.
Making minimalist clothing is a tremendous challenge.
In food, it's like preparing meat.
You don't need other ingredients to accompany it, or sauce to augment it.
All you do is sew the material just as it is.
Everything depends on the creator's talent.
He got us, didn't he?
Yes! Never expected that one as the finale!
I would've never guessed.
Nobody saw it coming.
Ikuto Tsumura...
He's a non-student participant.
He is?!
It says he's still a high school student.
The slightest wrinkle sticks out like a sore thumb in this type of clothing.
So if the pattern was a millimeter off, it would ruin the whole outfit.
But look how beautiful the silhouette is.
It's very well-made.
Here.
What's that? Did you make it for Mommy?
You're amazing! I can't believe it's your first time. Thank you so much.
It's a little wrinkly though.
Wow!
Aoi?
Huh?
Could you hold Ichika for a second?
Mother...?
Ikuto! That was amazing!
Oh... Ah...
You've come such a long way.
But I couldn't do anything for you after all...
That's why I promised myself to smile and never cry in front of you kids...
So you won't get worried...
What? Are you crying?
Mother's crying?!
But... Today's an exception... Okay?
Thank you...
Listen to that applause...
Ikuto must've had a good show.
I think you're right.
I was just talking to myself.
Oh, um, should I not respond?
Well, duh.
Because we're not collaborating as friends, right?
Exactly.
You better fulfill my promise.
Yes.
Next up, Kokoro Hasegawa.
Let's go.
Next, "The Promise."
"See you next time!!"