NYFW Fall 2016 Day 1: BCBGMAXAZRIA, Creatures of the Wind, Desigual

From the LifeMinute Team

February 11, 2016

Scene: Creatures of the Wind

Celebrities and the fashion elite alike flock to the brand's raved-about shows. Founded by a pair of graduates from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Creatures of the Wind has been featured in almost every major fashion magazine since it's launch in 2013. Their concept, "subcultures, mythological themes and youth culture" was on display for this season's show.

The Clothes

"I'm a big fan of those boots. I love these guys. I think this jacket that I'm wearing is hip." says Natasha Lyonne, Actress.

In agreement is Avril Graham, Executive Fashion and Beauty Editor of Harper's Bazaar. "Definitely a modern take on ladylike dressing. Beautifully cut, fabulous layers."

The Makeup, Hair and Nails

Lips took center stage with deep a heavy lining of burgundy, followed by a coat of a slightly deeper burgundy lipstick (both from Nars). Makeup artist Mark Carrasquillo then followed up with an extra pop of bright red lip gloss to brighten the look and give it a painted-on feeling.

The rest of the face was left bare; not even a hint of mascara or foundation.

As for hair, stylist Anthony Turner divided the looks between pigtail braids and low ponytails to keep the volume low and the attention on the lips and of course, the clothes.

When it came to nails, "they wanted oxidized metals against shiny metals, so we took the idea of chrome and brass and married them," says Danielle Candido, Lead Manicurist, Morgan Taylor.

Scene: BCBGMAXAZRIA

With over 550 boutiques across the world, 67-year-old Max Azaria knows a thing about creating designs that women love.

The Clothes

For Fall 2016, the house offered up layered looks with neutral color palette that featured gray hues. Accents of luxe leather with oversized knits rounded out the collection. Celebs like Eva Longoria and Sophia Bush were in attendance. "At BCBG I love the designs, there are beautiful girls, I'm all about that, girl power," says Nina Agdal, model.

To wit: "This is my first time at fashion week, this is my first show. I'm like a kid in a candy store. This is unreal," says Bailee Madison, actress.

The Makeup, Hair and Nails

The makeup was newsy for being extremely clean. But the hair, by superstylist Orlando Pita, was done in loose, uneven waves created with a curling iron he pulled through one inch sections of the hair.

"This is the BCBG hair: Parted, haphazard mistakes, as if she went to sleep with her hair down and it wrinkled in the wrong way," says Pita.

Nails were neutral pink from Zoya in Scarlett.

Scene: Desigual

Known for it's bright and fun designs, the Madrid-based brand was inspired by the "creative lifeblood" of the city.

The Clothes

Floral and brocade turtlenecks, bright faux-fur coats and black and plaid knits were the order of the day. "We take inspiration from the woman of the twenty-first century that creates her own style through the mix of influences that can come from other times or other cultures," says Daniel Perez, Brand Communications Director.

Fans include Nigel Barker, TV personality, who says, "I'm a big fan of Desigual. I've been going for many seasons. Love the clothes, buy the clothes! My kids wear the clothes so the whole family is in on the act." In agreement? The actor Eric West. "It's great, it's colorful, it makes you happy."

The Makeup and Hair

Locks were parted in the center, long and straight, or festooned with turbans or wraps, blending in nicely with the international feel of the clothes.

As for makeup, eyes were punctuated with deep red and mustard accents, followed with lots of lashes.