The Best Beauty Looks From New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016

Alexander Wang

"Alexander Wang this season is about emphasising individuality and character, and acknowledging every type of woman, whether boyish or feminine," explained the hair stylist Guido Palau, who was responsible for the mix of fringes, orange dye and beach-ready textures.

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Altuzarra

For fall/winter 16 at Altuzarra, boyish brows were contrasted with pretty pink lips and flushed cheeks.

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Jason Wu

It was all about lashes at Jason Wu's fall/winter 16 show. The make-up artist Yadim layered on Maybelline's Colossal Spider Effect Mascara onto every model's lashes after contouring the eye area with brown shadow.

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Derek Lam

Soft pinks were seen at Derek Lam, too. While the make-up was pretty and feminine, the hair was fastened in a quick, undone knot.

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Prabal Gurung

The skin had a dewy finish to it at Prabal Gurung and eyes were given a light gloss.

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Prabal Gurung

The hair was twisted into a low ponytail and given plenty of texture.

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Victoria Beckham

Earthy brown and green tones were used on models' eyes at Victoria Beckham, while their hair was fastened back into low, sleek ponytails.

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Opening Ceremony

High shine finger waves were teamed with glossy loose hair at Opening Ceremony for an eye catching dual-texture look.

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Coach

Kohl-lined eyes, flushed lips and cheeks and brushed up brows set the tone at Coach.

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Tommy Hilfiger

Washes of bronze hues, and highlighter around the eyes and along the cheekbones provided a soft, pretty look at Tommy Hilfiger, with no nod to the usual sporty, minimalist beauty. Photo: Getty

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Vera Wang

Strong brows, flawless skin with contoured cheeks and glossy hair tucked into the collars formed the look at Vera Wang.

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Carolina Herrera

The look at Carolina Herrera is always beautifully feminine and covetable. For autumn/winter 16, the hair was glossy and straight, while the make-up was flawless and nude, with the slightest hint of pink on the lips.

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Diane von Furstenberg

There was a strong Seventies vibe at Diane von Furstenberg, with the make-up artist Pat McGrath contouring the eye socket with brown liner and shadow, and applying three to four coats of mascara. While the hair was tailored to the individual, there was a reference to the era with voluminous curls and waves.

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Rodarte

Another season, another hair accessory and for autumn/winter 16 it was all about orchids. The hair stylist Odile Gilbert teased the hair into undone chignons before laying the flowers and the headpiece in place. In terms of make-up, the strong, berry lip stole the show.

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Tory Burch

The messy knots at Tory burch had a sophisticated feel to them with a shiny, healthy finish. The make-up was kept chic and natural with a hint of pink on the lips and dewy skin.

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DKNY

Each model at DKNY had some form of intricate braid, while the rest of the hair and make-up was kept to a minimal.

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Michael Kors

Even for autumn/winter shows, there is usually a hint of bronze at Michael Kors. This season, however, there was only the slightest touch of colour on the eyes. The rest of the look was very pared-back.

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Calvin Klein

The beauty at Calvin Klein is always simple and wearable. This season was no different, with side-parted, shiny low ponytails and minimal, fresh-looking make-up.

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Marc Jacobs

There is always a distinctive beauty look at Marc Jacobs and for autumn/winter 16, it was very strong: dark, smoky eyes, teamed with Twenties-style Marcel waves.

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Ralph Lauren

Highlighter was king backstage at Ralph Lauren for autumn/winter 16 and was used to add light and definition. The rest of the hair and make-up was pared-back and elegant.

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