It's going to take vision, determination and guts. From a self-taught former engineer to a recent design school grad to a stay-at-home mom, one of these 14 unknown designers will become the next big fashion brand! Check back often - bio pages will be updated each week with new photos, videos and more, as each contestant strives to become America's Fashion Star.

Nikki Poulos

Week Nine- Buyers Choice

"Be not afraid of greatness:  Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em"...

 

Week 9 Look Books

Check out my Week 9 Look Books! www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10836 www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10835 www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10833 www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10832

 

Week Eight-Branded Image/Photoshoot

 “Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery, none but ourselves can free our minds”                   Bob Marley (Redemption Song) Where to begin on this diabolical week?How about...

 

Week 8 Look Books

Check out my Week 8 Look Books! http://www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10731http:///www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10730http://www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10729

 

Week 7 Look Books

Check out my Week 7 Look Books!  http://www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10647 http://www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10646 http://www.nbc.com/fashion-star/photos/10645