Fashion shows can be glamorous and spectacular.
Have you wondered about all the action and chaos that takes place behind the scenes?
A look at how models got ready backstage for the New York Fashion Week.
Please click on the images for a better look at all the action.
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IMAGE: A model sits patiently as she gets her make up done.
Photograph: Cindy Ord/Getty Images
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IMAGE: This hairstylist makes sure he follows COVID appropriate behaviour.
Photograph: Jenny Anderson/Getty Images
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IMAGE: A model gets her nails and hair done.
Photograph: Jason Mendez/Getty Images
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IMAGE: This model's make up matches her chocolate brown jacket.
Photograph: Paul Morigi/Getty Images
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IMAGE: A model goofs around before getting ready to walk the ramp.
Photograph: Jason Mendez/Getty Images
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IMAGE: How many shades does it take to get the look right?
Photograph: Sean Zanni/Getty Images for Chromat
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IMAGE: All set to nail it.
Photograph: Dominik Bindl/Getty Images
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IMAGE: The backstage hustle can get exhausting at times.
Photograph: Paul Morigi/Getty Images
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IMAGE: The make up on models may look fabulous onstage, but it takes hours of hard work and focus to get the look right.
Photograph: Dominik Bindl/Getty Images
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IMAGE: A model gets her face painted before a show.
Photograph: Dominik Bindl/Getty Images
Curated by Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com
Feature Presentation: Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com
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