Getting Ready for the CFDA Fashion Awards with Supermodel Karen Elson Inline

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    Elson flew from London, where she’d been up late into the night for a shoot, to New York on the day of the awards. “My favorite bag to travel with of course is Grace Coddington’s amazing Balenciaga collaboration from years ago. This bag is good for everything.”

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    After touching down, Elson headed to her hotel room for some R&R. “I love the Bowery Hotel—it’s my New York home.”

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    Her favorite cure for jet-lagged skin: SK-II’s Facial Treatment Mask. “I use it as a secret weapon when I have to hit the ground running from the airport.”

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    A MAC makeup team came to Elson’s room for pre-show prep. “I asked for a subtle smoky eye and a dusty rose-plum lip, with a dusting of blush on my cheeks.”

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    Elson gave a final inspection of her braided updo, created by Bumble and Bumble hairstylist Tiffani Patchett. “They did an amazing job, and I loved the delicate touch of the Monique Péan earrings.”