We soaked up the backstage scene at Fashion Week to bring you our favorite and least favorite hair and makeup looks. Plus, find out how to make our top picks more street-friendly.

Kate Hudson's blonde curls are certainly envy-worthy; we wouldn't blame her for wearing them natural every day. But Kate's no slouch. Instead she seizes every red carpet event as an opportunity to try a new look. From sleek and straight to elaborate up-dos and wild waves, we hope her many styles inspire your next 'do.

It started with Victoria Beckham, aka Posh Spice. What was once her
signature cut is now a Hollywood classic. Stars like Paris Hilton and Kellie Pickler went for exact copies but others like Selma Blair and Hilary Swank found their own take on a shorter, cropped 'do. View their styles here. And for even more inspiration, check out these gorgeous new short haircuts.

Models swagger down the runway wearing some really insane makeup looks -- and that made us wonder. Could a real woman pull off these fashion week trends?

No need to do a full makeup reboot when you need to go from the office to a swanky dinner. We asked makeup pros how to go from a basic everyday face to a sophisticated night look by adding a few (three, to be exact) new products.