Couture Readers,

We made it!  The September issue is one of our favorites, and our Cover Girl this issue is particularly special.  Noelle Punessen graces the cover in sophisticated styles from Belk in Cool Springs.  Punessen is one of the youngest cover girls we have had on Couture’s cover, and we loved spending time with the high school senior, bombshell babe.  Punessen brought much more than a pretty face to our cover shoot; she has a delightful demeanor and hard work ethic.  Photographer, Kevin Wimpy captured gorgeous pictures of this talented model, and we are pleased to bring you an 11 page spread with the hottest looks for fall.  

If you love the makeup from the cover shoot (which we are confident that you will), then you will love our story on Estoria Bowers.  Laura Mercier’s make up artist, Bowers is the genius behind Punessen’s hair and makeup.  Be sure to read about Bower’s personal story and check out the secrets behind achieving Laura Mercier’s fall Mystique collection. 

Fashion season is in full swing this month as New York kicks off the four power houses: New York, London, Paris and Milan.  We can’t wait to watch the collections cascade down the runways.  Allison Daniels has a cheeky piece about Paris and Milan in this issue that you don’t want to miss.  With runway shows come a plethora of fashionable events. 

In this issue check out New York’s Night Out on September 10, 2010, flip through the party pics from Great Britain’s announcement of the BFA’s (British Fashion Awards), read about the Internet being nominated for the Nobel Peace prize and the Italian company, COLORISED taking that nomination to the next level with a special T-shirt contest, and clue in to the latest details about Nashville’s upcoming fashion week. 

Looking for a little autumn inspiration?  We have pillaged through hundreds of items to bring you 55 fashionable pieces any woman age 18-65 must have in her wardrobe this fall.  From chic ear muffs, to sassy clutches to classic jersey dresses, there is a little something for every woman. 

This autumn we encourage you to make a statement with your fall wardrobe.  Pull out your old leg warmers, try out slouchy pants by Marc Jacobs, splash a little gold, plum and olive into your every day looks.  This fall is all about inspiration and life.  Sip on a pumpkin spice latte, enjoy browsing through Couture and have a fabulous September!

Ciao Bellas!

Polly Bibb
Editor in Chief