Anyone who has ever experienced fashion week knows that with the excitement of the new season ahead, the coveted show invites and A-list parties also comes very long hours and many sleepless nights. It’s also a time when you want to look your best, especially in the event that you’re caught off-guard by a rogue street style photographer. So, in anticipation of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia next week, four talented designers took five minutes out of their hectic schedules to share their fashion week survival tips with Beauticate. Read on for the inside word on how to do MBFWA in style (sleep not included).
Kym Ellery in her Parisian apartment before Paris Fashion Week. Photo by Jake Terrey.
Kym Ellery. Photography by jake Terrey.
Kym Ellery's Fashion Week Essentials
Kym Ellery, Designer – ELLERY
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During fashion week I can’t live without…
Ella Baché. To keep my skin looking fresh I use their Gommage Revealing Fruit Enzyme Exfoliant once a week and also the Fruit d'Eclat à la Tomate Bio Moisturiser every night. It’s a really beautiful, organic rich cream that makes skin appear super soft.
My backstage beauty essentials are…
Essie Nail Varnish in Sand Tropez, GHD Hair Heat Protectant Spray and my M.A.C. Matte Lipstick in Heroine.
I also have on hand…
My Apple iPhone, a (very) strong coffee, Dove Deodorant and a vile of Bach’s Original Flower Essence Rescue Remedy for when things get super stressful.
My secret to faking 8 hours of sleep is…
Ella Baché Moisturising Self Tan For Face. Even when I’m working on one hour’s sleep I look like I've just returned from a sunny vacation.
The fragrance I will be wearing backstage at my show is…
A combination of Florabotanica by Balenciaga and a spritz of my boyfriend’s Hermès cologne.
Essie Nail Varnish Ella Bache Moisturising Self Tan for Face Florabotanica by Balenciaga
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Bianca Spender
Bianca Spender's Backstage Must-Haves
Bianca Spender, Designer – BIANCA SPENDER
During fashion week I can’t live without…
La Mer’s The Hydrating Infusion. It makes me feel dewy and fresh and look like I have had the sleep I wish I had.
My backstage beauty essentials are…
M.A.C. Mineralise concealer to hide the look of many sleepless nights.
I also have on hand…
An apple, Pellegrino Sparking Mineral Water, Lady Grey Tea, a tape measure, pins, needle and thread and an umbrella in the case of unpredictable weather.
My secret to faking 8 hours of sleep is…
M.A.C. Lip Pencil in Red– it gives me that burst of colour that makes me smile throughout the day. Having a great pedicure always manages to make me feel that little bit better too!
The fragrance I will be wearing backstage at my show is…
Comme des Garçons 3 EDT
La Mer's The Hydrating Infusion MAC Mineralise Concealer MAC Lip Pencil in Red
Gail Reid.
Gail Reid's Beauty Survival Kit
Gail Reid, Designer – GAIL SORRONDA
During fashion week I can’t live without…
M.A.C. Lipstick in Absolute Power; my go-to blood red lipstick. I love that it is dark and romantic just like my label. I also can’t live without Redken Argan-6 hair oil to give my hair ultimate shine.
My backstage beauty essentials are…
M.A.C Zoom Lash Mascara and Lucas’ Papaw Ointment.
I also have on hand…
Apple iPhone and a needle and thread, always.
My secret to faking 8 hours of sleep is…
Staying hydrated inside and out. I ensure to drink plenty of water and quench my thirsty skin with M.A.C. Mineralised Charged Water.
The fragrance I will be wearing backstage at my show is…
Acqua di Colonia – Melograno by Santa Maria Novella.
MAC Mineralised Charged Water
Redken Argan Oil MAC Zoom Lash Mascara
Karla Spetic
Karla Spetic's Skincare and Wellness Picks
Karla Špetić, Designer – KARLA ŠPETIĆ
During fashion week I can’t live without…
SKII Facial Treatment Essence and Facial Treatment Mask – they’re miracle workers!
My backstage beauty essentials are…
I'm generally fairly low maintenance, but I’d be lost without Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm. It is so hydrating and smells heavenly.
I also have on hand…
My Apple iPhone and Life Factory glass water bottle.
My secret to faking 8 hours of sleep is…
My Vitamix. It's honestly saving my life right now. My favourite breakfast smoothie consists of blended organic banana, apple and orange, some almonds, linseeds and ice. It’s the best way to start a long day, especially during fashion week.
The fragrance I will be wearing backstage at my show is…
Chanel no. 18 perfume
Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm Chanel no. 18 Perfume SK-II Facial treatment Essence
Story by Madeleine Boyd.
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