Designing Woman

Perry Hagopian

Win a one-of-a-kind dress from Irina's Spring 2010 collection!Take a look at the Project Runway winner's designs and workroom. Plus, read what Irina told us about the first time she met Tim Gunn, her infamous runway accusation, and what she thinks about her haters.

Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"So many women are afraid of the bitch word, but you've got to go for what you want. It's not going to be handed to you."

ON HEMPHILL: Shoes, $890, Barbara Bui; dress & hat, Irina Shabayeva.

ON SHABAYEVA: Top, $96, Kain; leggings, $265, Helmut Lang; shoes, $1095, Barbara Bui; scarf, Irina Shabayeva.

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Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"I am fascinated with flight! Planes, birds, butterflies — I love the freedom that they symbolize." -Irina

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Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"I always want things to look luxe, so my biggest challenge was stretching the $9000 we'd been given to make it seem like I'd spent $20,000." -Irina

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Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"I love this sketch. I have a special affinity for lingerie; nothing makes a woman feel more beautiful." -Irina

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Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"I wore this mask for Halloween. I like mystery and anonymity. It's the only way people won't be prejudiced when meeting you." -Irina

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Perry Hagopian

Irina Shabayeva

"The workroom was always tense, but then Kalyn would come in all smiles, and I was like, 'I want to live in your world!' She gave me a sense of relief and hope." -Irina

ON HEMPHILL: Top, skirt & boots, Irina Shabayeva. ON SHABAYEVA: Top, $96, Kain; leggings, $265, Helmut Lang; necklace, $175, 3.1 Phillip Lim; bracelet, $48, Hayden-Harnett; ring, Shabayeva's own.

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