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Nab Beauty Inspiration From the Streets of Fashion Weeks Past

Hair and Makeup Street Style at Fashion Week | Spring 2013

Nab Beauty Inspiration From the Streets of Fashion Weeks Past

September 3, 2013 by Maria Del Russo

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Fashion Week in New York officially starts this Thursday, and we're looking forward to the many looks that hit the streets between the shows. While models were getting their hair, makeup, and nails done backstage at Lincoln Center and Milk Studios, swarms of beauty mavens show face outside the tents too. Bold lips, punchy nail art, and some of the coolest hairstyles around are always on display as runway stalkers rush to their next show. Get inspired by the trendsetters that stomped the streets of Fashion Weeks past.

Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

A masculine hat got a feminine update with these cute, twisted buns.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

This girl made an excellent case for wearing smoky, metallic eyes during the daylight hours.
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Heavy black eyeliner pops through even the thickest of bangs . . . and looks cool and relaxed, too.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

A monochromatic makeup palette in pink was a lovely choice for this blond beauty.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Experiment with a neon streak in your hair — extra points for matching it to your outfit.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

This girl used liner just on the ends of her eyes to create these wings, making her peepers look like they were about to take flight.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

And who said redheads couldn't wear red lipstick?
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Lipstick that looks looks a little lived-in is perfect for casualwear.
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Balance the bold-brow trend with a swipe of pretty pink blush and lipstick.
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Peek-a-boo roots look cool when placed up against smudgy black liner and a red lipstick.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Embrace your tousled waves and rock them '80s-style with an off-the-shoulder top.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Simple, straight hair is an easy way to add sophistication to any ensemble.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Smudge some white liner under your bottom lashes to make your eyes pop.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

This girl embraced her freckles with minimal foundation and a swipe of kohl liner.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

The straight center part drew attention to this woman's bold red lipstick.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

A tangerine lipstick is just as sweet in the Fall as it was in Summer.
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This girl's winged liner looked especially fresh paired with a pop of coral on the lips.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

What did you see first? This woman's updated victory roll or her amazing black-tipped French manicure?
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Keep your makeup simple if you're wearing a bright chapeau, like this girl did flawlessly.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Sometimes all you need is a coat of mascara and a light-pink lipstick.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Heavy eyeliner and lots of mascara don't have to be saved for after hours. Pair them with blush-toned lips to bring them into the light.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Line just your top waterline, and watch your lashes pop.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

A severe side part adds attitude to any hairstyle.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Bring extra drama to your hair by adding a healthy dose of gel to your scalp. For the brave only.
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

Ballerina-pink lips and perfectly lined eyes: is there a simpler (or more beautiful) combination out there?
Photo by Le 21ème | Adam Katz Sinding

One thing is for sure: effortlessly swept-up topknots look pretty no matter the season.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Natural hair is always beautiful, especially when tipped in honey-blond.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Platinum blond and bright turquoise both went flawlessly with a bold red lip color.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

The key to doing free-flowing waves without skewing too '80s? Keep the style soft and easy.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A ponytail got a cute makeover with curled-under hair. This look is easy to achieve with a large-barreled curling iron.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A head wrap can up the ante of any ensemble in an instant.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This skillfully braided bun was more sculpture than hairstyle.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Long, textured waves and a clean makeup palette made this girl look like she just stepped off the beach.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Platinum blond hair got amplified with an asymmetrical braided updo.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Pair a red lipstick with a cute, curly coiffure for a whimsical yet retro look.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This bright blond, choppy cut read like a revamped (and much cooler) take on the mullet.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Reimagined blacks were the cornerstone to this girl's look, with deep purple lips and green nails rounding out the dark tones.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

The blues and pinks in this girl's makeup and hair matched the details of her outfit to a T.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

And her nails put the icing on the cake.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

An Egyptian-like headpiece was the perfect complement to this girl's ropelike braid.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This girl used her tight, curly bun to show off her gorgeous turquoise earrings — a smart move.
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. . . While this jewel tone can transition into Spring.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This moody purple lip is perfect for Fall . . .
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This vintage-inspired hairstyle got an added dose of cool with those retro earrings (which, by the way, matched her bright pink nails perfectly).
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Not many women can pull off Princess Leia buns, but this girl did it flawlessly.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

With the twisted braid and matching red lipstick, this gamine look was sweet and refreshing.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

You could see this girl's maroon hair from across the promenade, but her pink lips and gray nails were what really stole the show.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

There's nothing not to love about this stupendous beauty look.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Metallic fingernails looked even lovelier when placed against a variety of jewels.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Pink-and-white hair, along with sea-foam and purple eye shadows, somehow meshed perfectly here.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This woman's multicolored 3D nails, bright pink blush, and grown-out highlights made for a dynamic style.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

With her cat-eye sunglasses, bold lip hue, and tousled hair, this woman's beauty look was the epitome of cool.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

When in doubt, toss on red lipstick and some dark shades and let your hair down.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A deep-red lip look popped beautifully against a slicked-back ponytail.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A polka-dotted headpiece allowed this already-amazing hair color to shine even more.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A heavy bang gave balance to an ombré color job, and the orange-red lip color made this look twice as nice.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A ballerina bun got a hip update, thanks to those ultramod glasses.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Here's an effortlessly cool look: an undone braid paired with a dark nail color.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This woman's easy, twisted ponytail breathed new life into an otherwise-run-of-the-mill style.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A curly, '20s-esque bob was brought to greater heights with a cat-eye liner, orange lipstick, and gold nail polish.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Sometimes, all you need to perfect a style is a pretty printed scarf.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

The only thing able to upstage this high-octane color was this woman's megawatt smile.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

An Audrey Hepburn-inspired pixie is as timeless as it is beautiful, especially when paired with red lipstick.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Here's your go-to style for Spring (or now): two twisted French braids cascading into loose, feminine waves.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Grunge-inspired waves are sure to bring you back to 1996. The curly style is a look that's making a big return, after all.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Metallic blue polish and pearlescent pink lipstick completed this eye-catching style.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Ombré highlights paired with a floppy hat made for a winning combination.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Maroon lips and cat-eye glasses revive Old Hollywood glamour.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Bored with your regular ponytail-braid combination? Take a note from this girl, then, and pull the end halfway through the elastic.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This woman even brought the party to her nails, pairing purple hearts with a sweet gold shimmer.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Multicolored hair looked even prettier coupled with an equally bold lip hue.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Keep the ballerina theme going by pairing a twisted-high bun with baby-pink cheeks and lips.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A wide, flat-top bun added a little spunk to a breezy, bow-tied blouse.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

It's easy to jazz up a cropped cut with a cute and simple bedazzled bobby pin, just like this woman proved.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Give your short cut the illusion of length by adding lots of volume on the top.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This woman's peppermint-stripe manicure was a sweet contrast to her sultry red lipstick.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Update your pixie cut with the help of your thin-barreled curling iron.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Instead of swiping your pigment straight onto your lips, dab it on with your finger. The effect will be a naturally faded wash of color, like this woman wore.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Bobby pins are making a comeback, and this woman showed how to secure your swoop stylishly.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Hot-orange roots looked even edgier placed against rust-colored ends.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Don't feel like you have to choose between trends. This daring girl opted for mint-ombré nails, neon lips, and a swept-up bouffant with great success.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

If Jekyll and Hyde were a hair color, it would look like this. Notice how the braid broke up the blond and dark brown tones nicely.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This girl's pin-up ringlets looked even cooler paired against an ikat-print tank.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Doesn't this beautiful ombré remind you of the setting sun?
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This similar, warm-toned style is an excellent choice for the change of season.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A smaller take on the staple will allow your accessories to take center stage.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A neutral lip color that has just a touch of pink will keep your lips looking fresh, not lifeless.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

The Anna Wintour bob is not just for the famous editor in chief. This lovely lady pulled it off with pretty blond highlights.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

For a beauty look that's appropriate for any occasion, swipe on a bold red lipstick and keep your hair au natural.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Go for a modern take on a vintage bouffant with a tousled side part and slicked sides.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Don't be afraid to match your lipstick hue to your dress; this woman demonstrated that this look can be pulled off flawlessly.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Tease to your heart's desire — or just let the humidity do its thing — to achieve this incredibly gorgeous, fluffed-up ponytail.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This girl's half-shaved head and smoky eyes made for an unexpected contrast against her tousled curls and bright pink lips.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

For a balanced look, try mixing the masculine (buttoned-up shirt and wide-brimmed hat) with the feminine (red lipstick).
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Full bangs are a Fashion Week staple, especially when paired with bold, neon-pink lips.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

An easy way to play with colored eyeliner is to ground it with a complementary shadow, like this woman did with pink and blue.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A bold red lip look, especially when styled with retro sunglasses and a swept-up bun, is always a great mashup.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Red lips, reddish hair, and a red blouse? This woman proved that keeping it all in the color family makes for a smart beauty look.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Tight, kinky curls keep any look interesting.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Twist your plaits into a bun to create this gorgeous flower-like shape.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

Keep your low bun interesting with a swept-up pouf in the front.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This fluorescent pink lipstick was the perfect touch to an all-black ensemble.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

This structured mohawk looked even more cool thanks to this girl's white-hot color job.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

A floral fascinator proved to be wildly appropriate for the Kentucky Derby of fashion.
Photo by Caroline Voagen Nelson

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