While designers were showing their marvelous collections tucked inside tents and buildings scattered across New York City, London, Milan, and Paris for Fall Fashion Weeks last February, there was an even greater spectacle occurring between shows. The ladies who peacock twice a year during Fashion Month dictate the trends just as much as — if not more than — the designers' creations. We saw a bevy of beauties last year and couldn't help but look back for some inspiration to cure our Winter beauty blues.
In honor of New York Fashion Week starting Wednesday, we rounded up the best street style looks from past seasons.
New York
Tucked away inside her Winter-appropriate fur-lined jacket, this woman gave us just a hint of Spring across her lips.
New York
Anna Wintour's bob looked just as sleek as usual as she walked about Lincoln Center.
New York
Maria Dueñas kept cozy under her cap with her flowing, mussy hair.
New York
Don't be afraid of pigment! Stella Rose paired her pastel hair with a punchy pink lipstick for an all-around gorgeous look.
New York
Pompadours are a fashion lover's best friend, and this woman's modified version is a great way to do the trend without feeling like you're trying too hard.
New York
Even though this model was juggling a lot in her hands, she still managed to look flawless in a moody lip tone and tousled waves.
New York
A short, geometric crop looked even cooler when jazzed up with a silvery-blue hue.
New York
Even bundled up, this woman's poppy pink lips paired perfectly with her orange sweatshirt.
New York
A classic red lipstick looked gorgeous on Michelle Blowe.
New York
All it takes is a matte red lip to make any ensemble more stylish.
New York
A rainy day calls for some strategic updos, and a milkmaid braid is the perfect pick.
New York
A printed head scarf also provides some chic and sensible protection from the rain.
New York
Leandra Medine, aka The Man Repeller, showed off her more classic side with a pop of red on her lips and bouncy waves.
New York
A bleached pixie cut got the vintage treatment with cat-eye sunglasses and beautiful peach lipstick.
New York
Who says you can't wear beachy waves in Winter? Grunge them up with a Nirvana t-shirt, and you're good to go.
New York
Aimee Song's Winter-white ensemble and sleek strands got an instant shot of life with a swipe of pink lipstick.
New York
Flawlessly styled, this young woman's pixie looked even sweeter coupled up with glossy pink lipstick.
New York
Danielle Bernstein of We Wore What gave a good case for hanging onto ombré this Spring.
New York
When flurries are floating around, that doesn't mean your makeup has to be ho-hum, something Corri McFadden proved.
New York
A fresh-faced, dewy glow got an instant lift with bold brows and pink lipstick.
New York
The best accessory for a bright purple jacket? A similarly shaded lipstick, like this woman showcased.
London
With baby blue on her nails and purple in her hair, blogger Marianne Theodorsen looked cute and cozy.
London
We can't get over the clever way this woman used a bandana to style her braids in a hair-raising way.
London
A classic red lip looked current with Jessica Wakeman's textured hair.
London
Peony Lim tied a head scarf in her braid for a glamorous accent.
London
Who says femininity has to stop with your lipstick? Tasty cakes and bunnies made for a fabulous fascinator.
London
Marie Jensen was the epitome of the modern pinup with her impossibly deep red lips and crimson bandana.
London
Get a look at this off-beat, intricate manicure complete with pandas and pigs.
Milan
The lob is just as lovely in Milan, as model Marte Mei Van Haaster proved here.
Milan
Model Daphne Groeneveld showed off her fierce, hot-off-the-runway look, complete with deep purple lips and a sleek French braid.
Milan
We can't get over how cool this matching purple lipstick looked on Lindsey Wixson.
Milan
A swipe of lipstick was all model Grace Bol needed to look amazingly gorgeous and current.
Paris
Blue accents made this look electric.
Paris
The lips on this gal's jacket matched her red lipstick perfectly!
Paris
Looking to change up your look for Spring? Why not try some lavender in your locks?
Paris
A gorgeous short crop paired well with red lips.
Paris
A postshow Emma Burger took crimping to a whole new level.
Paris
Gelled-back hair and hot-pink lips looked darling on Antonina Vasylchenko.
Paris
Claudia Gillies's blunt-banged bob is the kind of cut that will be forever fashionable.
Paris
Protecting your hair from inclement weather is easy with a patterned scarf.
Paris
Berry lips, like Elisa Baudoin sported here, are the perfect way to take your look from Fall to Spring.
Paris
If this woman's lovely, texturized lob isn't enough to get you on board with the style, we're not sure what is.
Paris
Purple pigtail braids on Marijera Hamasaki. Need we say more?
Paris
The only possible pairing for Yulia Terenti's incredible chapeau? Darkly hued oxblood lips, of course.
Paris
Don't let your two-toned hair deter you from test-driving color in your makeup. This girl chose a pop of fuchsia across her lips.
Paris
Peekaboo! Peony Lim's netted headband was an unexpectedly stylish sight to see.
Paris
A boyish bowl cut got a touch of femininity with a pearlescent pink lipstick.
Paris
A turquoise-blue manicure is the perfect Spring accessory.
Paris
This woman's blond hair color had a chic gray undertone.
Paris
A floppy hat look isn't quite complete without a dose of red lip color.