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The Top Model of N.Y. Fashion Week: We pitted the bright-eyed rookies against the familiar runway beauties to determine who reigns on the catwalk.

The Top Model of Milan Fashion Week: Other girls have walked miles in Milan, but only one earned the privilege to swoop in at the end and steal the win.

The Top Model of Paris Fashion Week: Designers were divided between punctuating their shows with brand-new faces versus brand-name stars.

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Moments From Milan: If you weren't flown over to soak in the twinkling excesses, here's what you missed.

Video: Harriet & Amy's Trend Report: New York's fashion experts Harriet Mays Powell and Amy Larocca discern the major styles and silhouettes from the shows.

Reviews

Puzzled by Posen: While critics marveled at Francisco's geometric minimalism and Vera's newfound sensuality, Zac's clothes raised brows and questions.

Praise for Proenza: Proenza Schouler's collection was dubbed "delightful," but critics wonder about Carolina Herrera and Halston.

Viktor & Rolf Confuse in a Whole New Way: The quirky duo's first look stopped critics dead in their tracks and had fashion insiders asking, "Are you...mad at us?"

Smith Is Subdued, but Pugh Puts Out: Paul Smith sent out perfectly lovely cocktail dresses, but Basso & Brooke and Gareth Pugh kept London's freak flag flying.

Winners & Losers

The Fugs' N.Y. Fashion Week Awards: The best and the worst of the week—from the weirdest musical statement to the most unexpected trend.

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