This week, the designers went for the gold! Inspired by the upcoming 2008 Beijing Olympics, Heidi wanted the contestants to create a fashionable outfit for the USA team to wear during the opening ceremony. This patriotic episode challenged the designers to think outside the box. Olympic gold medalist and today's special guest judge Apolo Anton Ohno put them to the test to see who would succeed in creating a medal-worthy ensemble.

Red, white, and blue fabric and accessories lit up the TRESemmé Salon. Kelli, who always makes time to chat with us, walked in knowing exactly how she wanted her model Germaine to look. She constructed a vintage inspired, navy a-line skirt, and a red and white top in polka dots with a bow at the collar. Since her design represented 1940s American fashion, Kelli suggested a Vargas pin up girl look for the hair. I loved the idea and went with glamorous barrel curls, using a 1/2" curling iron pulling it back into a bun.