A Definitive Guide to FW26's Most Noteworthy Beauty Moments
From frosted eyebrows to larger-than-life hair.
Season after season, designers at fashion month prove how impactful hair, makeup and nails truly are. When it comes to Fall/Winter 2026 in particular, the beauty details are just as buzzy as the collections themselves. From Jane Wade‘s snow-covered hair to haphazardly-styled wigs at Collina Strada, New York Fashion Week is already delivering all of the drama. While glam and hairstyles are indeed a necessary part of all of the season’s most formative shows, they’re also a window into the future state of beauty.
Ahead, we track down all of the most influential beauty moments from the FW26 season.
Jane Wade’s Gorp-Inspired Glam
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Drawing inspiration from the lush landscapes of Oregon, Jane Wade’s FW26 collection was all about tacticality. Since the clothes were heavily influenced by the outdoors, the hair and makeup looks followed suit, with snow-covered curls and frosted eyebrows making the cut.
Collina Strada’s Larger-Than-Life Hair
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To open NYFW, Collina Strada sent sculpted curls and chaotic wigs down the runway. The collection, titled “The World is a Vampire,” featured exaggerated Victorian silhouettes — rendering giant hair looks the cherry on top.
Comme Des Garçons’ Matted Wigs
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Comme Des Garçons is proving the messier the hair, the better. For its FW26 show, the brand emphasized frizzy wigs in honor of the collection’s tumultuous “Black Hole” vibes.
