Ashley Nell Tipton made history when she became the first designer in 14 seasons of “Project Runway” to win with a final collection designed for plus-size women.
But not everyone was happy to see her crowned winner on Thursday night, with users on social media criticizing the show for prioritizing making history over choosing the best designer. But Tipton won’t have people saying she’s undeserving.
“People think the only reason I won is because I had a plus-size collection,” Tipton told TheWrap Friday. “But we also have to think, at the end of the day, my collection was cohesive. My collection was wearable.