Tonight marks the official end of New York Fashion Week, which means one thing: it’s time for a trend recap. The S/S ’27 season marks a major pivot in beauty trends. You can retire blush and slick back buns—it’s all about eyeliner and partless low ponytails now. The simple, short manicures in 20 shades of nude that dominated most of last year? Well, it’s all about almond-shaped extensions in the boldest color you can imagine now. If 2025/2026 was focused on glass skin and bobs, then 2026/2027 is all about the eyes and mermaid waves.
NYFW beauty trends can often feel a bit unattainable—as much as I love a teased updo or black lipstick, I’m not wearing it to work. But this year’s looks are actually very wearable and incredibly easy to recreate. I’m rounding up my six favorite trends from the week—along with some expert tips on how to get the look and what to use below. Only time will tell whether these trends will carry over into London, Paris, and Milan, but for now, happy scrolling.
Lip Gloss Lids
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As a staunch shimmer shadow girl, I’m thrilled to see this trend take off. Here’s the TLDR: take a slightly opalescent shadow—in the color of your choice—and then put a thin film of clear gloss on top. If you’re sensitive to the tacky texture, try using a glitter pot (my favorite is from Bodyography) to achieve a wet look.
KJH.brand by Katie Jane Hughes
Hyper Shine Lite All Over Highlighter – Lite Pink
Bodyography
Glitter Pigment Eye Shadow
Partless Perfection
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If one thing was glaringly clear on the runways, it’s that hair parts of any kind are dead. Stylists went to whatever means necessary to hide any sign of a scalp. Some were slicked back; others were teased to a degree that I’m sure made brushing a terrifying experience. Message was received loud and clear: no side parts, no middles parts, no parts at all.
GranNaturals
Boar Bristle Slick Back Hair Brush
Living Proof
Stylelab Air-Dry Hair Styling Cream
Lots of Liner
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Liner is to 2026 what blush was to 2025. Looks ranged from inner corner moments and tightlining to traditional cat eyes. What’s worth noting is the color experimentation: black eyeliner is almost too basic to have real estate in your makeup bag this year. Reach for a gilded shade or a neon hue to switch up your glam for the new season.
ILIA
Thru Line Waterproof Eyeliner With Up to 24-Hour Wear – Gesture
Sarah Creal
Eyes Up 24h Creamy Kajal Longwear Waterproof Eyeliner – Grey Area
Low Ponytails
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Beauty Director Hannah Baxter is very much into the low ponytail trend; I personally need a little time to shed my middle-school trauma. It’s a very Olsen twin aesthetic, and with an expertly layered haircut and a chic ponytail cuff, the style has a cool girl vibe. Even Grace Gummer and Shailene Woodley got on board with the look at the 2026 Emmys.
Crown Affair
The Silk Scrunchie No. 001 Set – Black
GAQWOK
3inch Oval Vintage Metal Gold Barrettes for Women Hair Clip
No Mascara Makeup
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It’s apparently time to give our lashes a break. Pop on a red lip, a glowy foundation, and give your lashes a good curl before heading out the door. If you can’t get on board with bare eyelashes, take a little Vaseline and brush it on after curling—it’ll help hold the look, even sans mascara.
Shiseido
Eyelash Curler – Eyelash Curler
Westman Atelier
Hydrobalm Sheer Tinted Lipstick – English Rose
Almond Nails
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Short and square had a good run, but the trend cycle is officially flipping. The longer and pointier, the better. I’ll be sticking to press-ons, but if you have strong nails, go forth and conquer with a nail file and and your favorite polish. As for colors? Earth tones are dominating in fall, but don’t be surprised if you start seeing cobalt blues and rich purples.
Manucurist
Active Plump Aqua Glazed, Plumping & Collagen Infused Treatment Nail Polish – Aqua Glazed
Glamnetic
Premium Press-On Nail Kit – Pink Petalite
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