“She’s a Designer AND a Drag Queen!” – Utica Storms Project Runway Stage and Leaves Everyone Speechless

A surprise no one saw coming…

On what started like any other challenge day at Project Runway, contestants were stunned when a towering figure in a black catsuit and full glam stormed the stage — it was none other than Utica, the unforgettable queen from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13. But this time, she wasn’t there to compete in drag… she was there as designer Ethan Mundt, in full Utica fantasy.

Apparently, the teams were under pressure — stress was running high, creativity was stalling, and one team in particular needed a miracle. And that’s exactly what Ethan delivered.

“Utica’s all about light, uplift, and truly that showstopper energy,” Ethan shared backstage, clearly determined to turn the tide. The entrance was more than just dramatic flair — it was a reset button, a power move, a reminder of why drag is fashion.

The room’s reaction? Instant chaos.
One contestant gasped “Oh my God” mid-sentence, another literally stepped back in awe, while the rest of the designers couldn’t stop staring — eyes wide, mouths open.

“She’s a designer, a model, and a drag queen,” Utica beamed, towering above everyone both in height and energy. And for long-time fans of Drag Race, it was a full-circle moment: the quirky queen once known for her out-of-this-world puffer gowns and roast challenge chaos was now owning a whole new stage.

And the timing? Impeccable.
With the season’s tension rising, bringing Utica back wasn’t just a stunt — it was a reminder that fashion needs boldness, and sometimes the boldest thing you can do is be your most authentic self… in 6-inch heels and a smirk.

What’s next for Utica? One thing’s clear: wherever she goes — Werk Room or runway — jaws will continue to drop.

💬 Fan comment:
“Project Runway needed this energy SO bad. Utica really said: elevate the game or step aside!”