In the series premiere, EJ’s move back to NYC threatens Elisa’s relationship with her new boyfriend. Tensions arise between the siblings, with mom Cookie trying to keep the peace. EJ gets a reality check when he realizes that the fashion industry is tougher to break into than he thought. The drama at Elisa’s birthday party comes to a head with the arrival of her ex-boyfriend.

EJ plots career moves and meets with fashion industry players; Elisa struggles in her relationship and reaches out to her family; EJ plans a dating-themed mixer to bring everyone together, but Sanaz clashes with a lot of the group.