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The brightest ideas for fashion and beauty converge this fall, with plush textures, glamorous sparkle and edgy accents from top to (nail) tips. Photography by RILEY STEWART. Styling by ODESSA PALOMA PARKER. Beauty direction by SUSANA HONG

BLUSH VELVET

From the plush collections presented by Mikhael Kale and Gucci, to the ponytail cinchers that wrapped up the hair look at Suno, a little nap goes a long way toward creating a luxe touch. Top, $595 (U.S.) through www.mikhaelkale.com. Biko earrings, $65 through www.ilovebiko.com. Dannijo choker, $310 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Hair ribbon, price on request at Mokuba (www.mokubany.com).

Model: Julee H at Elite Model Management.

TWISTED SISTER

The mélange of curl on shearling and fur pieces in the collections of Brunello Cucinelli and Proenza Schouler was mimicked in permed coifs that stood out in the Louis Vuitton lineup. Brunello Cucinelli vest, $8,895, Céline top, $2,000 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Necklace, $78.50 at J.Crew (www.jcrew.com). Atelier Swarovski by Rosie Assoulin ring, $279 at select Swarovski stores (www.swarovski.ca).

Model: Devon at Plutino Group Model Management.

STAR SPANGLE

At Holly Fulton's London presentation, a spray of fine silver tinsel covered the models' eyelids. At Simone Rocha, a similar tactile sheen was woven through tweed-like frocks. Simone Rocha dress, $4,615 through newyork.doverstreetmarket.com. Atelier Swarovski by Peter Pilotto earrings, $345 at select Swarovski stores (www.swarovski.ca). Biko necklace, $88 through www.ilovebiko.com.

Model: Hayley at Elmer Olsen Model Management.

PATENT PENDING

Both the outerwear and the lip look at Christian Dior had the high shine of an oil slick. Add a bit of fuzz to the mix in the form of a cozy knit for an unexpected hit of softness. Coat, $4,300, sweater, $6,900 through www.dior.com. Crystal ring, $120 through www.rebekahprice.com. Ming Yu Wang rings (from left), $225, $265 at Gravity Pope (www.gravitypope.com).

Model: Reau at Elite Model Management.

IN SEQUINS

Burberry's wistful spirit took a sparkling turn with mod layers executed in high-wattage palettes. At Marc Jacobs, hair twinkled under a sprinkling of glitter. Dress, $8,250 at Burberry ( www.burberry.com). Earrings, $210 through www.rebekahprice.com.

Model: Alison Krome at Ciotti Models.

HELLO, STUDS

J.W. Anderson, Alexander Wang and Mugler pierced pieces with silver rings, adding a punk spin to otherwise straight-laced shift dresses, oversized sweaters and svelte turtlenecks. Dress, price on request through www.j-w-anderson.com. Earrings, $425 through www.patriciawong.ca.

Model: Michelle Krumov at Sutherland Models Inc.

Set design by Caitlin Doherty for P1M.ca. Makeup by Susana Hong for P1M.ca/Make Up For Ever. Hair by Sarah Amson for P1M.ca/Oribe. Manicures by Nargis Khan for P1M.ca/Tips Nail Bar.