Charleston is making their presense known on the upcoming season of Project Runway. Out of the 16 contestants, two are Charleston residents!

Meet Carol Hannah Whitfield, 24, from Dayton, Ohio, who currently resides on Sullivan’s Island. Carol Hannah discusses how Charleston inspires her designs.

Meet Gordana Gehlhausen, 45, a Bosnian native that has called Charleston home for 10 years. Check out Gordana’s designs at her women’s boutique, Goga, at 377 King Street.

Cheer on both designers starting August 20 at 10 p.m. on Lifetime.