Blog Posts by Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

New York Fashion Week is officially a wrap! As Shine's senior fashion and beauty editor, I've loved bringing you all the highlights, whether it was interviewing designers and makeup artists backstage, spotting celebs around the tents at Lincoln Center, or front and center at the fashion shows. Without further ado, here are the best moments of Day 9:

Ralph Lauren's show had a Spanish theme. Photo by Getty Images



1. A Spanish-themed collection at Ralph Lauren. From flamenco dresses to matador gear, I loved every outfit in this collection, and actually think many items were wearable! OK, maybe not the jodhpurs, but the ruffled blouses, serape striped tops, and palazzo pants were great. I also appreciated the way the models strut down the runway to the Spanish music and really posed with flair at the end of the catwalk for photographers.










I have a style crush on Diane Kruger. Photo by Getty Images




2. Diane Kruger at Calvin Klein. I have a serious girl crush on Kruger, especially when it comes to her sense of style. As a spokesperson for Calvin Klein I had a feeling she'd turn up and the fashion show and I

New York Fashion Week is filled with many glamorous, creative, and inspiring garments, but many items are also bizarre, shocking, and downright ugly. We're highlighting the worst looks of the week. Tell us which outfit you find the most absurd. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

We're in the home stretch of New York Fashion Week! As Shine's senior fashion and beauty editor, I'm getting the scoop backstage and attending as many fashion shows as I can to highlight three eye-catching things I see each day. Here are my favorite snapshots from day 8:

Floral prints abound at Nanette Lepore. Photo by Getty Images





1. Mix-and-match florals at Nanette Lepore
Each of these aqua and coral designs are beautiful on their own, but together they're a delight. The modern, structured top would look chic with skinny dark jeans and heels, and I'd love to wear that skirt with a simple t-shirt and sandals.













Famous names checked out the drool-worthy gowns at Marchesa. Photo by Getty Images
2. Marchesa's star-studded front row
Marchesa's dresses look so insanely gorgeous on the red carpet at award shows, but they are truly a sight to behold up close. Clearly celebrities agree, because nearly every famous person in town showed up to check out the latest collection by designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig. From left to right we spotted Rachel Zoe, Kelly Osbourne, Michelle Trachtenberg, Rachel Roy, Sarah Hyland, Tyra

"Project Runway" is currently airing their 10th season, but in real time the series has just ended. In order to avoid spoilers of the top three competitors, all eight remaining designers presented their collections at New York Fashion Week. We don't who wins, or who is even in the top three, but SPOILER ALERT! We have some photos of their designs. Take a look at our sneak preview, including the finalists and some red herrings. Let us know whose designs you like the best. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion & Beauty editor

Spring 2013 Fashion Week has arrived in New York CityNew York Fashion Week is upon us, and once again Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is giving you a front row seat at the Spring 2013 shows ourtesy of YouTube and Maybelline New York.

Head over to youtube.com/liverunway right now to check out backstage beauty looks and interviews, and from September 6 through September 12 you can watch many runways shows live from anywhere in the world. Check out the full schedule of shows viewable on YouTube below, all on EST. Too busy to watch them live? Go to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week's official site, mbfashionweek.com for detailed show information and videos of any shows you've missed. You can also check out great photos and videos of past seasons here.

As Shine's Senior Fashion & Beauty editor I'll be Tweeting live and Instagramming from twitter.com/joannadouglas and twitter.com/TheThread while I go backstage to speak with designers, makeup artists, hair stylists, and models. I'll also Tweet as I watch shows, interview celebrities in the front row, and

An exclusive sketch from Rebecca Taylor's upcoming Spring 2013 collection. Photo courtesy of Rebecca TaylorWe've barely begun thinking about fall boots and coats, but designers are already set to unveil their spring 2013 designs at New York Fashion Week. In order to make sense of this whirlwind, we caught up with Rebecca Taylor, one of our favorite New York-based designers, to give us an exclusive sneak peak at her upcoming spring collection and her take on current and upcoming trends. She also discussed the fashion impact of her most famous supporter, Kate Middleton. Check out our interview below and imagine it all in Taylor's lovely New Zealand accent.

Shine: Hello, Rebecca! I can't imagine how busy you've been with your show coming up on Saturday. How are you holding up?

Rebecca Taylor: We are just beyond swamped. It's a little bit nutty here at the moment because of course there's the show but then our entire (fall) collection needs to be ready for line open. It's very hectic and it's all about multitasking.

S: What was your inspiration for your spring collection?

RT: I wanted it to

Before Angela Chase made it mainstream cool, we were already running out to buy crimson hair dye thanks to Shirley Manson. From her eyeliner and fishnets to her mod shift dresses and combat boots, we've always loved the look of the Scottish Garbage singer in the '90s, and nearly 20 years and five albums later we're still inspired by Manson's nonchalant vibe that's the perfect blend of of feminine and strong. Here's a refresher course on her unique style. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor

Minnie Mouse gets a high-end makeover for Barneys New York. Photo courtesy of BarneysDepartment stores go all out for their holiday campaigns, and this year Barneys New York is partnering with Disney for their festive extravaganza. Photos and even a short film picture iconic characters like Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck walking the runway in designer clothing, but they're barely recognizable. In fact, their bodies have been stretched so long and thin their heads are bobbling above figures much slimmer than Barbie's.

Is Minnie Mouse 'Hot'? Disney Sells a T-shirt that Says So

According to Women's Wear Daily, Barneys collaborated with Disney to take their characters into a realistic fashion world for their "Electric Holiday" campaign, set to debut at their Madison Avenue flagship store on November 14. The highlight is a film, also debuting in November, about Minnie Mouse's fantasy to attend Paris fashion week. As such, our favorite animated characters have ditched their signature garments for high-end clothing to wear down the runway. Mickey Mouse will be dressed in