Today kicks off the start of New York Fashion Week for September 2017. The most highly anticipated bi-annual event in the fashion calendar, from Thursday September 7th to Wednesday September 13th, the fashion elite will be gathering in the Big Apple to discover the top trends for Spring and Summer 2018 as showcased by the world’s top designers.
New York Fashion Week SS’18 Season
Today’s biggest fashion shows start with Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Victoria Beckham and much more, with some of the planet’s biggest names both modelling on the runways and sitting frow (that’s ‘front row’ for those of you who aren’t in the with the fashion lingo). Although for most of us, we’ll be catching up with next year’s hottest trends as the catwalk reports filter through blogs, magazines and social media, there’s no reason why we shouldn’t feel properly prepped for Fashion Week in our own way, right?
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Top 10 New York Fashion Week Beauty Essentials
If you’re curious about the beauty essentials that the fashionistas swear by during New York Fashion Week, read on to discover the 10 hottest beauty products for using this September 2017 season. From makeup to skincare to hair care, these handbag beauty essentials will get you feeling ‘model fresh‘ all September.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Stila Stay All Day® Liquid Lipstick 3ml (Various Shades)
Buy now with free deliveryStila Cosmetics are regulars for doing backstage makeup at Fashion Week shows, including having created the signature looks for the runways of Cynthia Rowley, Alice and Olive and Banana Republic to name a few.
If you’re looking for a lipstick that will stay in place all day during New York Fashion Week, you simply have to try their, well, Stay In Place Liquid Lipstick. It does exactly what it says on the tube and will provide long-lasting color all day.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Dermablend Smooth Liquid Camo Foundation SPF 25 (Various Shades)
Buy now with free deliveryFor a flawless base that will keep your complexion looking radiant all day (even if you had a rather late night at a fashion week part the night before), try Dermablend.
Demblend’s Smooth Liquid Foundation is a staple for being under the lights, as it delivers all-over, high-coverage that withstands even the brightest of paparazzi flashes.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Hydra-Gel Eye Masks 60 masks
Buy now with free deliveryThe only bags we need at New York Fashion Week are designer ones, honey, so banish under eye circles using the Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Hydra-Gel Eye Masks.
After a busy day at fashion shows, pop a pair of these masks under your eyes and take a time out for 10 minutes. The Cucumber Extract helps to naturally detoxify, nourish, hydrate and de-puff the look of skin, meaning you won’t have to worry about carrying any extra bags this eason.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant (50ml)
Buy now with free deliveryClutch bags don’t allow for a lot of space, so if this is your purse of choice this fashion week, you’ll need to think about one product that can do it all. Cue, Elizabeth Arden’s 8 Hour Cream.
This cult beauty classic is a multi-purpose cream that can be used for, well, almost anything. As well as plumping your fashion week pout, this all-time-favorite can be used to add a little highlight to your cheeks, tame any unruly browse and even soothe chapped heals after a week in stilettos.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Tangle Teezer Compact Styler Hairbrush - Gold Rush
Buy now with free deliveryFight the fashion week frizz with a Tangle Teezer. Perfect for de-tangling on the go, this Gold Rush Compact Styler is the ideal size to pop in your purse for on-the-go hair touch-ups.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Jason Wu for Caudalie Limited Edition Beauty Elixir 30ml/1oz
Buy now with free deliveryIf handbags and shoes are a little too high for your price point (we feel the same!) then how about a limited edition piece of designer beauty? Fashion designer Jason Wu collaborated with French skincare power house Caudalie to create a stunning limited edition bottle for his cult favorite Beauty Elixir.
Not only does it look beautiful, but this innovative and luxurious toning mist sets makeup, provides an instant burst of radiance, and tightens the appearance of pores. It’s also the perfect size for popping in your handbag for a pre-fashion show spritz.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Laura Geller Matte Maker Invisible Oil Blotting Powder 10.5g
Buy now with free deliveryRunning from show to show can leave you with, well, a bit of a glow!
Keep your complexion matte and fashion forward with the Matte Maker Invisible Oil Blotting Powder from Laura Geller. Housed in a mirrored compact for effortless application on-the-move, you can expect a smooth, refined complexion with improved
Being a New York based brand itself, Laura Geller is also no stranger to New York Fashion Week. This cosmetics line is often seen backstage as fashion shows, with a concentration on their expertise in baked mineral makeup.
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Buy now with Skinstore US By Terry Terrybly Waterproof Mascara - Black 8g
Buy now with free deliveryBy Terry is also a makeup brand that has been involved in many New York Fashion Week makeovers. In fact, creator Terry de Gunzburg is often referred to as a Beauty Designer as she is so passionate about creating fashion forward makeup.
This season, boost lashes with the By Terry Terrybly Waterproof Mascara. In a stunning black, this will open up your eyes and it’s waterproof formula will help it stay in place whatever the NYC weather.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Mr Blanc Express Teeth Whitening Strips 30 Strips
Buy now with free deliveryPearly whites are always in fashion, and Mr Blanc’s Express Teeth Whitening Strips can help you achieve that model smile whilst on the go.
Simply take a sachet from this 30 box and slip it into your handbag to apply when you get a fashion week break. The thin, transparent strips sit comfortably on the teeth, and dissolve after fifteen minutes, meaning they’re perfect for applying whilst in your taxi.
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Buy now with Skinstore US Dermalogica Soothing Eye Make-Up Remover 4oz
Buy now with free deliveryAt the of a busy season of fashion shows, wipe away the day with a gentle makeup remover.
The Dermalogica Soothing Eye Make-up Remove is a powerful oil and alcohol free formula which efficiently removes all your eye and lip make-up without irritation or dryness.
It’s even gentle enough for contact lens wearers, which is great news if you’ve been swapping your specs for shades all Fashion Week.
