Backstage at Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2016 at New York Fashion Week

Backstage at Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2016 at New York Fashion Week, Lead Stylist for Macadamia Professional, Eiji Yamane created The Courchevel Chignon for the show. This hairstyle features a classic Hollywood glamour in the front with loose chignons in the back. 

Learn more about The Courchevel Chignon as the Macadamia Professional team takes us through hair prep. 

The Courchevel Chignon Step-by-Step:

1. Evenly distribute Macadamia Professional Blow Dry Lotion, section hair and blow dry.

2. Part hair over the right eye and curl front left section of hair with a large curling iron to create loose waves. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray and pin back taking care not to cause a crimp or mark with your pin. Run curling iron through the right side creating slight bend and clip back.

3. Take remaining hair and pull back into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck. Using a curling iron, curl the entire section at once to give slight softness and movement.

4. Separate ponytail into three sections. Take the left section and curling up; create a large loop, hiding the ends inside the newly defined bun. Secure with bobby pins and spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray to lock in place.

5. Repeat step 4 with the middle and right sections of the ponytail to create a triple chignon.

6. Remove clips from the front right section and loosely pull hair back along the side of the head, creating a light wave above the ear. Tuck the ends behind the chignon and secure in place with pins. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray.

7. While holding hair in place with your hand, remove clips from the front left section and create dramatic waves cascading along the side of the head. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray hold waves in place and then tuck the ends behind the chignon and secure in place with pins.

8. To complete the look, liberally spray Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Dry Oil Micro Mist for added shine and luster.

Beautybyrudy for Ubati created the makeup look for the show, featuring a Courchevel Chic lipstick by Ubati for a bold red lip. 

Zoya Nail Polish created the nail look for the show, prepping the manicure with Naked Base, two coats of Imogen and Naked Manicure Glossy Seal for a high-shine finish. 

- Kim Weling

Backstage at Banana Republic Fall/Winter 2016 at New York Fashion Week

Backstage at Banana Republic Fall/Winter 2016, Sarah Lucero for stila Cosmetics created the Camille - a twist on a French cat eye, feathery lashes, and two different lips - a red lip and a blushy lip for a sophisticated, sexy and super feminine look. 

The nail look was created by Priti NYC, applying geranium-scented soy cuticle oil, Dancing Queen from the Spring 2016 collection, Priti Loves Matte top coat followed by the 2 in 1 top coat.

Hair looks were created by Lead Stylist Brian Buenaventura for Cutler/Redken Salons. 

Check out my video with Sarah for stila Cosmetics and Priti NYC for more on the makeup and nail looks. 

stila + Banana Republic Look Name: Camille

1. stila Smudge Pot in Black & Brown

2. Eyes Are the Window™ Shadow Palette - Mind

3. Stay All Day® Waterproof Brow Color

4. HUGE Extreme Lash Mascara 

5. Color Balm Lipstick in Natasha & Olivia

Hair Step-by-Step: Women

Look 1: 

1. Prep the hair with Redken Guts 10 Volume Spray Foam and blow dry section by section, giving the hair volume and texture.

2. Give the hair a left side part.

3. Take a 1 1/4" curling iron and create an "S wave" by angling the iron vertically as you curl. Repeat throughout the hair.

4. Finish by placing hair forward on the right side, leaving loose pieces in front to give it an easy, effortless feel.

5. Complete the look with Redken Quick Dry 18 Instant Finishing Spray.

Look 2: 

1. Prep the hair with Redken Guts 10 Volume Spray Foam and blow dry section by section, giving the hair volume and texture. 

2. Give the hair a perfect middle part, leaving loose hairs in front.

3. Gather the rest of the hair into a low ponytail.

4. Take a 6 inch black elastic cord and secure onto the hair. Allow the ends of the two elastic strands to fall and blend into the ponytail.

Hair Step-by Step: Men

1. Prep the hair with Redken Fashion Waves 07 Texturizing Sea Spray

2. Take your diffuser and blow dry the hair, creating natural wave and texture

3. Complete the look with Redken Quick Dry 18 Instant Finishing Spray

- Kim Weling

Son Jung Wan Fall/Winter 2016 at New York Fashion Week

Son Jung Wan Fall/Winter 2016 centers around a mixture of different materials and textures, from hand knitted pieces, fur and sequins to patent leather and mohair. Included in the collection are two extravagant mink fur pieces in collaboration with Kopenhagen Fur. Fall/Winter 2016 is also playful, with black and white checkered patterns. 

The show started with looks in powder pink and baby blue, followed by a contrast of darker colors, including dark teal, brown and gray, and black and white. 

- Kim Weling