The LXD storyline returns to the present day and the current episode stars the students who comprise the next generation of LXD. Elliott (Harry Schum Jr.) needs new shoes in order to dance, so Sp3cimen (Madd Chadd) and the others visit the costume shop/salon to get a new pair made. Mari Koda (also seen in the Step Up movies) guest stars in this LXD meets Project Runway episode -- a happy diversion from the mayhem of the previous Season 3 episodes.