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VOTE: Sexiest styles at New York FW!

Last updated on: September 20, 2011 17:54 IST
A Falguni and Shane Peacock creation

They're slated to be the biggest trends for the coming season, but how do these sizzling numbers rate with you?

It's one of the biggest fashion events across the world, with the most reputed brands and designers participating each year.

We bring you the hottest designs showcased at the Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week, which concluded on September 15.

Vote and tell us what you think of each!

We start off with a creation by our very own Falguni & Shane Peacock, who offered up their edgy designs on the NY catwalk for the first time and received a great response. Seen here is a daring low-cut bodysuit complete with garter stockings and sheer effect. Love it or hate it, you can't ignore it!


Sequinned stunner

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Next we have this sequin-encrusted bikini and miniskirt, teamed with a studded denim jacket from Betsey Johnson.

Skeletal musings

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Johnson continues in the skimpy vein with this skeletal print bodysuit, worn over a black bikini.

Short and hot

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A Jenny Packham creation

Jenny Packham kept things short and haute with this tiny see-through lace number.

Tantalising trench

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Out and out seduction is on the cards with this sensual see-through trenchcoat, worn over black intimates.

Flirty floral

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Flirty ruffles highlight this floral with plunging neck and thigh-high slit.

Belt it up

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An Anya Ayoung Chee creation

A heavyduty metallic belt is all that keeps this ensemble by Anya Ayoung Chee together, as shimmery gold hotpants peek out from underneath.

Less is more

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Johnson sticks to her less is more theme with another teensy little bodysuit, worn over bright pink innerwear.

Gladiator queen

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A Herve Leger creation by Max Azria

Designer Max Azria offered up this cut-away Roman outfit complete with gladiator sandals for high-end brand Herve Leger.


Racy lady

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A Betsey Johnson creation

A sequinned tank and shorts shine on the catwalk, while the racer jacket adds a funky touch.

She's electric

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A Norman Ambrose creation

Norman Ambrose ups the ante with this beautiful gold bodysuit and matching robe, fastened with a sash. What a beauty!

Dolling up dungarees

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A Betsey Johnson creation

Dungarees go glam here, courtesy this plunging white playsuit, matched up with an oversized cardigan.

Lace lass

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A Betsey Johnson creation

A crop top reveals a lot of skin courtesy the lace-up detail -- and we're not really sure whether the bottom half is really a skirt!

White impact

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An Arise Made In Africa creation

Arise Magazine's Made In Africa showing saw a lot of stark designs that made an impact, like this long-sleeved zippered bodysuit.

Dainty dots

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A Lela Rose creation

Taking the dainty route we have this creation from Lela Rose -- the delicate mauve hue, see-through detailing and polka dots come together in a picture that is nothing if not feminine.

Tuned into ivory

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A Michael Kors creation

Here we have the latest from a collection by Michael Kors -- an ivory suit, embellished with a leather belt and voluminous coat. The footwear proves that gladiators are still quite a hot favourite!

Bling thing

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A Son Jung Wan creation

Son Jung Wan showed how to rock bling numbers like this metallic gold playsuit.

Casual cool

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A Jen Kao creation

Jen Kaopulled off casuals with style, particularly this bodysuit with khaki trench and sneakers.

Flouncy green

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A Betsey Johnson creation

This flouncing green satin dress from Johnson looks like a wardrobe malfunction waiting to happen!

In the pink

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A DKNY creation

And finally, we have this pretty beach dress and matching accessories from Donna Karan New York -- better known as DKNY!