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The Best Nail Art At New York Fashion Week

Posted 2/17/12 6:00 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Beauty, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

You've probably seen the clothes, the hair, and the makeup from all the fall 2012 NYFW shows by now, but have you seen the nails? Even if you were front row, it'd be hard to spot nail art on the fierce fast-paced models. Luckily, we found beautiful, up-close shots of the best tips from backstage, on Twitter, and everywhere in between. Check out the hottest fashion week nail designs below, and don't blame us if you get inspired to purchase some new polish immediately after reading this.

NEON RAVER NAILS

Nail art from Nicole Miller, The Blonds, and Jeremy Scott's fall 2012 shows.
Photo: Getty Images/Model MJ's Twitter

The fall season didn't stop designers from sending neon-tipped models down the runway. We spotted so many fun and bright rainbow-colored nail designs that took us straight back to the '90s raver days, and we especially loved the hand-done swirl design at Nicole Miller! The Blonds showcased a glittery hodgepodge of hot pink, blue and white nails with tiny tattoo designs, and Jeremy Scott went for colorful 3D nail stickers that remind us of Candy Buttons. Mmmmm.

Tags Beauty, Betsey Johnson, Calla, Fashion Week, Gretchen Jones, Jeremy Scott, Kate Spade, L.A.M.B., Mara Hoffman, Nail Art, Nails, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Nicole Miller, Rachel Antonoff, Rebecca Minkoff, The Blonds

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Jeremy Scott Creates A Runway Show About The Internet [Video]

Posted 2/17/12 5:01 pm EST by Mary H.K. Choi in Designers, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Video

A look from the Jeremy Scott Fall 2012 collection and designer Jeremy Scott on Feb. 15, 2012, in New York City.
Photo: Getty Images

OH MY GAWG. Well, you guys already know that we're wild Jeremy Scott Stans. Whatever douchechills that typically accompany testifying to being a massive, embarrassing fan of someone DO NOT APPLY HERE and certainly not in even the remotest neighborhood of this show BECAUSE it was that spectacular. Here's the thing, looking back on the week, I appreciated NYFW and can happily pluck out looks I adored for its cleverness or its artfulness or its elegance or its movement. But, I can also confidently say that a great many ensembles smacked of a certain, obvious commercial appeal that would be GREAT if I could cop it at ASOS but weren't all that spirit-rousing or soul-igniting marching down the runway in practical, wearable, accessible droves.

Jeremy Scott A/W 2012 could NOT be a further departure. The collection, entitled "Delete History," was inspired by the internet and was absolutely bonkers schizoid in its peripatetic prance all over sensory overload town. The collections is basically what The Lawnmower Man saw right as he hugged the information superhighway so hard with his brain that he fell in, if he also happened to be at a renegade rave in London in 1991 at the time. We caught up with the designer backstage and talked about his inspiration:

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Jeremy Scott Fall 2012

Tags Fashion Week, Jeremy Scott, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, The Simpsons

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5 Accessories You'll Need This Fall (And Can Wear Now!)

Posted 2/17/12 5:01 pm EST by Andi Teran in Accessories, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

Since it's winter, and we just attended New York Fashion Week, which showcased the fall 2012 collections, we started to think to ourselves, "Even though none of these ensembles will be available until fall, can't we start wearing some of the trends now seeing as how it's the same temperature?" Well, of course the answer is obvious; it's a resounding hellz YES. And if we get even more specific, why not isolate the kewlest accessory trends at NYFW so we can start building the looks a little early? It's a no-brainer. (And we're zombies right now, so perf! BRAAAAINS.) Thus, here are our favorite accessory trends from the shows which you can start adopting onto your person immediately.

BELT IT UP

Looks from the Rag & Bone, Jenny Packham, and 3.1 Phillip Lim fall 2012 shows at New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Getty Images

So, belts were everywhere during fashion week. Thick ones, thin ones, plastic ones, leather ones. The point is, get one and make sure it's interesting and/or long enough so you can loop-de-loop that sucker over itself. At Rag & Bone, dark oxblood belts where cinched over blanket coats, so grab a blanket, pilfer your BF's belt drawer, and go for it. Jenny Packham added thin belts to her Old Hollywood rockabilly gowns, and we love this idea for giving your prom dress some edge. At 3.1 Phillip Lim, belts were looped all ovah the place, and we're especially fond of this thick translucent white belt over a white shirt, layers of gray knits, and khaki pants.

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Mixed Prints Trend Reaches New Level For Fall 2012

Posted 2/17/12 1:35 pm EST by Gaby Wilson in Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Trends

Now that the New York Fashion Week shows are over, we can sit back and survey the week as a larger unit for next season's hottest trends! It appears mixed prints isn't a look that's cooling off any time soon. In fact, judging from this Fall 2012 showing, the wielding of layered patterns is only getting more extreme. Chances are good you've already started dabbling in the idea, but if not, we'll help you figure out a few ways to make the look work.

MOTLEY COLORS

Looks from the Rebecca Minkoff, Honor, and Anna Sui Fall 2012 fashion shows.
Photo: Getty Images

Remember how daunting colorblocking seemed, like, a year ago? And now you probably concoct bold outfits with the trend in your SLEEP. Once you get over the initial crazy feeling, it's easy to visiualize and craft a deliciously on-trend ensemble. Just like with colorblocking, it's important that all the hues you use fit within the same mood. Rebecca Minkoff mixed a marbled pumpkin knit with goldenrod snakeprint shorts which, in sentence form, sounds insane, but because they're both earthier, Thanksgiving-esque tones, the look is harmonious. Honor paired a thinly striped black and neon lime sweater with a pencil skirt diagonally tiered in exactly the same shades - a fool-proof recipe for flawless print mixing. The always imaginative Anna Sui also went for bold colors, mixing some varied shades of sapphire which may sound like a clashy mess at first, but with the right accessories and head-to-toe commitment, the final product is really fun and striking. Also, a simple hairdo is necessary.

Tags Anna Sui, Fall Trends, Fashion Week, Honor, J.Crew, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Rag & Bone, Rebecca Minkoff, Rodarte, Trends

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5 Daring Beauty Looks We Want To Try From NYFW

Posted 2/17/12 12:30 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Beauty, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week is officially donezo, folks. We've caught up on sleep, and now we're ready to take a non-hazy-eyed look back on fall's biggest beauty trends. We saw everything from super sleek, edgy high buns to glam rockabilly pompadours, but there were certainly a few standout looks that inspired us to switch up our borecore day-to-day makeup routine. Check out the top five fearless beauty trends we need to try this fall below, but warning: only the daring need apply.

THE DOTTED CAT EYE

A look from the Anna Sui New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week show.
Photo: Getty Images

Anna Sui's fall show was filled with '60s-inspired, mixed-print pieces with a dash of '70s styling, which was perfectly reflected in the beauty look. She paired a deep-parted bouffant 'do with a killer blue cat eye that we can't wait to try. Not only is the electric blue liquid liner enough to already turn some heads, but then she added a dot of color beneath her peepers for one hippie-meets-sex-kitten look. This may take hours of practice in the mirror before you can wear it out in public, but we think it's totally worth it. DISCLAIMER: Stick to nudes and sheer glosses on the lips. Any bold color on your pout will compete with the eyes transforming the entire look from cute to crazy.

Tags Beauty, Fashion Week, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

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Shades Of Orange Sweeten New York Fashion Week

Posted 2/17/12 11:35 am EST by Andi Teran in Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week for fall 2012 had its fair share of trends, but if there was one constant we noticed from show to show, it was the heavy use of orange. We're not just talking any orange, either, we mean gentle swaths of carrot and sienna, or all-over blasts of persimmon and atomic tangerine. It's always strange to see so many designers go for the same idea. Do they call each other up and say, "Orange for fall! I'll take neon if you go with burnt sunshine." Seriously, how do they all seem to choose the same colors? Who knows, but we like the tang of this orange thing. It seems like a hard color to pull off, but after seeing the way so many designers used it—from wool coats and lace dresses to belted trousers and mixed prints—we're excited to take a sip of this juice.

AGENT ORANGE

Looks from the Rachel Comey, Michael Kors, and Nanette Lepore Fall 2012 fashion shows.
Photo: Getty Images

Some designers fully embraced orange and shouted it in loud, all-over statements. Rachel Comey paired a generously cut safety orange wool coat over black trousers and added a white clutch for a modern cosmopolitan look. Michael Kors went for super uptown glam with a fur-rimmed electric orange coat and matching silk dress. And Nanette Lepore—who always designs the sweetest array of dresses—sent diffused orange neon lace down the runway with a hint of sparkle, gray tights, and metallic blue peep-toe heels. Something to note? The makeup was kept fairly simple, but we especially like the use of matching lip color at Michael Kors.

Tags 3.1 Phillip Lim, Anna Sui, Fashion Week, Karen Walker, Mara Hoffman, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Preen, Rachel Comey, Trends

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Is Ashanti Addicted To Mesh?

Posted 2/17/12 10:00 am EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Fashion Week, Ladies, New York Fashion Week

Ashanti on Feb. 12 and 13 in New York.
Photo: Getty Images

Guys, we need to talk about Ashanti. We spotted her sporting a mesh ensemble not once, not twice, but three times in a row this week. Not only are we a little unsure as to why she can't stop sporting the sheer stuff in the middle of winter, but we're worried we might have to stage an intervention. On Sunday, we spotted her backstage at the NYFW Falguni & Shane Peacock fall show wearing a barely there Pocahontas-inspired ensemble by the designer. And when we say "barely there," we basically mean that she's wearing mostly mesh with strategically placed panels of patterned fabric. She accessorized with pointy-toe heels that we're 99.9 percent sure say "SEX" on them in all glitter. Yep. Also, we tried to imagine her sitting down in this dress and our minds exploded.

Tags Ashanti, Fashion Week, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

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Whitney Port's First NYFW Runway Show [Video]

Posted 2/17/12 9:00 am EST by Mary H.K. Choi in Designers, Fashion Week, MTV Stars, New York Fashion Week, Video

A look from the Whitney Eve fall 2012 collection and designer Whitney Port on Feb. 15, 2012, in New York City.
Photo: Getty Images

Whitney Eve's first solo New York Fashion Week runway show (prior events have been presentations and joints shows in Miami or in L.A.) for Fall/Winter 2012 was admirable for its restraint. Inspired by an antique kaleidoscope found in her grandmother's house, Whitney Port unveiled tailored angles and jewel tones and at no point threatened to allow her collection to fragment into scattered, disparate stories. Set to the backdrop of Beyoncé's "Run The World? (Girls)," M.I.A.'s "Bad Girls," Robyn's "Fembot," and The Big Pink's "Dominos," there were sequins, dainty peplum blouses, pretty bubble prints, fluttery blouses, cocktail dresses with geometric beading, and a cannily cut and breezy-to-wear suit.

We caught up with the flaxen-haired designer to talk about the iridescent nails (blue!), her inspiration, and some of her favorite pieces.

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Whitney Eve Fall 2012

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Fashion Week LOL: Bushman Homage?

Posted 2/16/12 5:00 pm EST by Gaby Wilson in Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

Miguel Adrover Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Getty Images

Don't be fooled by that "Ready-to-wear" modifier. New York Fashion Week isn't necessarily all megamall fare and boutique fodder. Some designers who show during this week of FASHUN do dabble in the avant garde. One such designer is Miguel Adrover who presented a collection of experimental fashions that play with volume, construction, and materials. There's even a giant life ring buoy attempting to pass as a necklace. That's not to say, by any means, that the entire collection is unwearable. Honestly, there's a Sphinx printed maxi in there that we totally have our eyes on. But we are scratching our heads a little about this leafy separates look pictured above. I mean, we're not horticulturists or anything, but we're pretty sure wearing living plants can't be a sustainable sartorial move. Also, this looks kiiiind of a little more like a disguise than an outfit. Which totally reminds us of the "world famous" Bushman of San Francisco. What do you guys think?

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Tags Bushman, Fashion Week, Fashion Week LOL, Miguel Adrover, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

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Jared Leto, Taylor Momsen, Adam Lambert, And More Celebs At Fashion Week

Posted 2/16/12 4:00 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

Jared Leto, Taylor Momsen, and Adam Lambert at New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Getty Images

As New York Fashion Week begins to shut its sartorial doors (sadface), some celebs finally came out of the woodwork to make their long-overdue front row appearances—namely Jared Leto, Taylor Momsen, and Adam Lambert. All three fash-loving musicians stopped by shows in super fresh ensembles. Jared was spotted front and center at Rad By Rad Hourani in an interesting layered look. He sported a white tee under a blue sweater and denim vest paired with pinstripe brown trousers and a fluffy fur collar with a chain. He cleaned up his usually tousled 'do with lots of gel and even removed the chipped black nail polish that's always on his fingertips. *slow clap* We barely recognized Taylor Momsen when she stopped by the Marchesa show! She ditched her garter belt and nylons for a totally glam and gorge navy lace high-neck dress and nude pumps. She opted for a dark blue shadow instead of her typical kohl-rimmed color and swept her hair back into a soft chignon. We are absolutely loving Taylor's Fashion Week look, and, awww, she's even sporting seafoam green nails.

Tags Adam Lambert, Alexander McQueen, Fashion Week, Jared Leto, New York Fall 2012 Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Rad By Rad Hourani, Taylor Momsen

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