Don't Miss Any of the Backstage Action at New York Fashion Week!
There are many ways to find that special New York Fashion Week moment — sitting front of house and watching the models bring the looks down the runway, checking out the backstage action where the hair and makeup teams are hard at work, or just checking Instagram to see it all through filtered lenses. If you only have access to the latter (we know those NYFW tickets can be pretty VIP), then we're here to make things easier by rounding up the best snapshots from your favorite models, designers, hairstylists, and makeup artists. And be sure to stay on top of the beauty brands and experts you need to follow on Instagram during NYFW — including yours truly.
Mark Townsend
Mark touched up a model's tucked-in hairstyle at Elizabeth and James.
Joan Smalls
This emerald eye from the Anna Sui show is the perfect look to try tonight.
Maybelline
Backstage at J. Mendel, makeup artist Dick Page created a wintery look that felt just right in the snowy weather.
Proenza Schouler
It was all business behind the scenes at Proenza Schouler.
J. Mendel
This romantic look is the perfect hair and makeup inspiration for Valentine's Day.
Betsey Johnson
The bright makeup matched the bold looks that went down the runway at Betsey Johnson.
Nanette Lepore
Two of our favorite runway trends — berry lips and braids — made an appearance at Nanette Lepore.
Anna Sui
Hairstylist Garren was working hard backstage at Anna Sui.
Butter London
Nail artist Katie Jane Hughes used six different lacquers to create this tweed manicure for ICB by Prabal Gurung.
Dick Page
Models Frankie Rayder, Carolyn Murphy, and Karen Elson posed before the Michael Kors show.
MAC Cosmetics
This bold gold liner completed the glamorous look at Badgley Mischka.
Katie Jane Hughes
The look at Libertine included a dramatic cat eye.
Deborah Lippmann
At Narciso Rodriguez, the hair and makeup was minimal and sleek.
Nars
The final beauty look at Rodarte was dark and ethereal.
J.Crew
A toothbrush helped complete the finishing touches at J.Crew.
Jourdan Dunn
Model Jourdan Dunn snapped a selfie with makeup artist Pat McGrath.
MAC Cosmetics
A dip-dye technique created this dramatic look at Thom Browne.
T3 Micro
Backstage at Honor, the double braids were woven with ribbons and scarves.
Charlotte Tilbury
Karlie Kloss's candlelit eyes looked gorgeous at Donna Karan New York.
Butter London
Nail artist Katie Jane Hughes created this "glittered goth" manicure at Libertine.
Jin Soon Choi
The manicurist was all smiles backstage with model Joan Smalls.
Opening Ceremony
Nail artist Naomi Yasuda created the floating blue manicure at Opening Ceremony.
DKNY PR Girl
The DKNY show focused on highlighting the individuality of real New Yorkers.
Tracy Reese
It was all about heavy metals at Tracy Reese.
Band of Outsiders
The white outlined manicure at Band of Outsiders was inspired by these unusual black gloves.
Lela Rose
Shimmering gold lids and a twisted updo completed the ethereal look at Lela Rose.
Coco Rocha
Makeup artist Pat McGrath worked her magic on the model at Victoria Beckham.
Redken
Hair stylist Guido Palau completed the futuristic look at Alexander Wang.
Jake Rosenberg
Tousled hair came down the runway at Rag & Bone.
Prabal Gurung
Model Hollie May Saker couldn’t wait for the Prabal Gurung show to start.
Rebecca Taylor
Bold brows and a berry lip are the perfect combination to take you from day to night.
Jill Stuart
Hair stylist James Pecis made his last minute touch-ups before the start of the Jill Stuart show.
Yigal Azrouël
While stylists got to work, this model kept her energy up with a caffeine boost backstage.
Charlotte Tilbury
Karolina Kurkova's pointy nails and cat eyes created a feline feel at Cushnie et Ochs.
Suno
This model's middle part got a dusting of gold at the Suno show.
The Society Management
Model Camille Rowe donned black eyeliner backstage at Rag & Bone.
Butter London
The flaming nails at Nicole Miller were the creation of makeup artist and manicurist Katie Jane Hughes.
Chloe Wise
Dark eye makeup and beautiful woven braids completed the dramatic look at Nicole Miller.
Next Model Management
At Helmut Lang, model Maja Salamon rocked hair and makeup that had an edgy, tough vibe.
Butter London
The shining nails and eye makeup created by Katie Jane Hughes matched the jewelry at the Dannijo presentation.
The Zoe Report
Makeup artist Tom Pecheux prepped a model for the Peter Som catwalk.
Julep Maven
A model sat back and relaxed while getting a pedicure from Julep at the Trina Turk presentation.
Nars
A graphic eye created by makeup artist Uzo made for a modern look at Tanya Taylor.
Tresemmé
The French manicure got a dark twist with oxblood and black polish at Rebecca Minkoff.
Jason Wu
Backstage at Jason Wu, the Kerastase team worked their magic on this model's hair.
BCBG Max Azria
Simple nails kept all eyes on the outfits.
BCBG Max Azria
MAC Cosmetics got the models runway ready.
Rag & Bone
Makeup artist Gucci Westman finalized the hair and makeup before tomorrow's show during this beauty test.
Tibi
Bobbi Brown got down to business, picking the perfect hues during a Tibi makeup test.
Creatures of the Wind
At Creatures of the Wind, blue liner and a thick braid completed the look.
Milk Studios
Things stayed silly thanks to hairstylist James Pecis.
Whit
Hairstylist Matt Fugate created this "downtown milkmaid" braid we would gladly try on ourselves.