Best New York Fashion Week S/S '27 Street Style Beauty Looks

five women at new york fashion week wearing stylish outfits — (Image credit: Launchmetrics)

New York Fashion Week S/S '27 is winding down in NYC, and unsurprisingly, the street style set has not disappointed. Editors, creators, and buyers are rushing all around Manhattan (and parts of Brooklyn) to view the upcoming season's collections from buzzy designers like Henry Zankov (who made his debut as the new creative director of Diane Von Furstenberg), Daniella Kallmeyer, Jamie Haller, Maria McManus, Tory Burch and more. As a beauty editor, my eyes are always trained on the hair and makeup moments, especially for the attendees outside the shows, and I'm happy to report that the best street style beauty looks are offering up plenty of inspiration.

Although the New York weather has been behaving itself, the crowds proved that updos are having a moment, specifically chignons—both messy and sleek—braided pigtails, and all variations of the ponytail. Bare skin is also a common sighting this season, with radiant complexions on models and show-goers alike. The occasional pop of color on the lips is another welcome addition to the fashion party.

For more of the week's best beauty looks, keep scrolling, and check back here over the next few days for all the hair, makeup, and nail inspiration you need to enter fall in style.

The Best New York Fashion Week Street Style Beauty Looks

On the Low

a woman shot from the back in a gray dress with a low brunette ponytail — It's official: low ponytails are having a honest to god comeback this season, and adding this sliver of silver is the perfect way to elevate the look.

Half 'n Half

a woman in a black dress with a braided half up half down hairstyle — I never thought I'd see the '90s staple half-up half-down get the high fashion treatment, but this braided style is seriously chic.

Power Pony

a woman from the side with a black ponytail and gold earrings and sunglasses — Don't believe a simply ponytail will do enough for your outfit? Add a pair of gilded statement earrings and watch the compliments roll in.

The Bee's Knees

a woman in a leopard coat with dark sunglasses — A true vintage throwback, this voluminous beehive hairdo is the perfect statement look, especially when paired with a crimson lipstick.

All Tied Up

a woman from the back in a black dress with a scarf in her ponytail — The scarf's reign continues this season, this time joining the hair party rather than just sticking to your neck. I'm kinda sorta obsessed with this messy half-ponytail moment tied up with the silk scarf.

Up, Up, and Away

a woman in a black and white suit with red sunglases and brown hair — Y'all, updos aren't just for events anymore, at least according to NYFW. I've never seen this many on the street style set, but truthfully, I'm not mad about it!

Put a Ring(let) On It

a woman in a black strapless dress with a curly ponytail — I love seeing a curly ponytail out on the streets of NYC, and this spiral ringlet rendition is positively stunning.

Bless This Mess

a woman short from the back in a black top, white vest, with a brunette bun — I'll never get tired of seeing a high fashion outfit paired with a messy bun and plenty of artful flyaways.

All Curled Up

a woman with tattoos in a white dress with red hair and white flower accessories — Bridal hair, but make it NYFW. This chic curly updo looks right at home on the streets of NYC.

Defying Gravity

a woman in a green bra top and pink skirt with sunglasses and a sculptural braided updo — A braided crown with luscious volume to match? This is what NYFW glam dreams are made of.

Petal Lips

a blonde woman in a colorful dress with sunglasses and red lipstick — The only thing better than rocking a bright crimson lip during NYFW is adding in plenty of floral accents, from your dress to your hair.

Party In the Back

a woman with a silver open back shirt, blonde ponytail and sunglasses — What better way to accent your backless top than with a sculptural bubble ponytail?

Braided Beauty

two women wearing pink sparkly outfits on a NYC street — This whole look is giving NYC princess vibes, from the pink sparkles to the braided bun.

Bold Pout

a white woman with a colorful outfit and white feather hat wearing red lipstick — Add a pop of red to your maximalist ensemble—it is NYFW after all.

Top to Toe

a close up of feet with a white pedicure wearing red fringe sandals — No white after Labor Day? Rejected, courtesy of this chic pedicure moment.

Silver Siren

a woman with gray hair and sunglasses wearing a black jacket — Let those stunning silver strands take center stage.

Add a Bandana

a woman with dark curly hair wearing a bandana and sunglasses with a leather bustier — Keep the curls in place by adding a striped bandana.

Double Up

a woman with brown hair in pigtails wearing a blue and gold dress — What's better than one braid? Two, obviously!

Cranberry Kiss

a blonde woman with dark red lipstick wearing a gray long sleeve dress — Add a high-contrast lip for a bold, unforgettable look.

Maximalist Mani

a close up of a woman in jeans with a camo bag with a colorful manicure — Nails are the best accessory, especially when they're as playful as this set.

It's Giving Glow

a woman with bare skin and a shoulder tattoo wearing a black tank top — When you're this naturally radiant, you don't need any makeup to steal focus.

All Twisted Up

the back of a woman with blonde hair in a bun wearing a blue and white shirt — A simple twisted bun adds the perfect feminine touch to a structured striped shirt.

Bangs, Baby, Bangs

a woman wearing a gray windbreaker with black sunglasses holding a coffee — Baby bangs are one of the hardest to pull off, but when it works, the look is impeccable.

Extra Accessorized

a woman in a tweed jacket and white bag with sunglasses and dark hair — Use some unexpected charms to your hair to keep your updo in place and add some intrigue to your outfit.

Curly Crop

a woman shot from the side wearing a yellow tank top, black bag, with a black curly bob — In case you forgot, a curly bob is never a bad idea.

Matchy Maroon

a woman in a burgundy jacket with matching lipstick — Need lipstick shade inspiration? Just match it to your fall outerwear.

All About a Bixie

a woman in a yellow dress with a dark brown bob and sunglasses — The reign of the bixie cut isn't over, and it's still one of my favorite fall hairstyles.

Spaced Out

a woman with brown space buns wearing a floral jumpsuit — Space buns with a Y2K-inspired part? Yes please.

Beautifully Ballet

a woman with a high chignon wearing a floral beaded top — An extra high bun reads elegant and timeless, always.

Serving Side Braid

a woman with a blue and white two piece outfit with a dark brown side braid — Don't have time for a complicated updo? A simple side braid never fails.

Money Piece Chignon

a woman in a floral dress with lavender sunglasses and a blonde bun — Pondering a hair color change for fall? I suggest some blonde money pieces to accent your bun.

Flirty Pony

a woman with a brown ponytail in a dark denim shirt with green feathers — Ponytails get a high fashion upgrade with lots of texture, movement, and volume.

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Hannah Baxter is the Beauty Director at Marie Claire. She has previously held roles at The Zoe Report, Coveteur, and Bust Magazine, covering beauty, wellness, fashion, and lifestyle. She authors the Marie Claire newsletter Face Forward. Her writing has appeared in Harper's Bazaar, Allure, The Cut, Elle, InStyle, Glamour, Air Mail, Vogue, Architectural Digest, Byrdie, Nylon and more.

She is also the founder of Anxiety Beer, a weekly newsletter about the intersection of culture and mental health. In her spare time you can catch her reading too many overdue library books, thrifting, or hanging with her hairless cat, Norman. You can find her on Instagram and TikTok @hannahbaxward.