Naomi Campbell makes surprise catwalk appearance as Zac Posen unveils collection of glamorous gowns at New York Fashion Week

PUBLISHED: 05:19 EST, 10 September 2012 | UPDATED: 06:48 EST, 10 September 2012

Naomi Campbell made a surprise appearance at New York Fashion Week by walking the catwalk in Zac Posen's show.

The supermodel took to the runway at the Lincoln Centre wearing a red and cream flower print dress from the American designer's spring/summer 13 collection.

Model Coco Rocha, who also took part in the show, had Tweeted earlier in the day that she 'secrets to spill later' in reference to Campbell's appearance.

Strutting her stuff: Naomi Campbell took to the catwalk in a pretty flower print silk dress

Star turn: The crowd were amazed when Campbell stepped out on the runway first to model Posen's spring/summer collection

Queen of the runway: The supermodel was picture perfect

She later wrote 'I told you I had a big surprise tonight' after Campbell made her appearance.

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The audience, which included Kelly Osbourne and Alexa Chung on the front row, gasped in amazement as Campbell stepped out onto the catwalk first after a fashionably late start to the show.

She walked down the runway to the jazz song 'Sunday Kind of Love' in the pretty flowered dress followed by models Erin O’Connor, Karolina Kurkova and Alek Wek.

Stunning: Model Coco Rocha stole the limelight back from Campbell in this dramatic tiered dress

Stunning: Model Coco Rocha stole the limelight back from Campbell in this elaborate tiered dress

Bridal chic: The organza gown could be worn to walk down the aisle

Dramatic: The cream dress had ruffle detailing and a full bodied skirt

Campbell's appearance coincided with her joining Twitter. She took to the social networking site shortly before her entrance writing 'About to walk the @ZacPosen show at #NYFW...you ready for me?'

She later tweeted a pictured of herself with Joan Rivers at the event.

But while Campbell may have been the most famous face on the catwalk, Rocha stole the show when she stepped out in a tiered, organza gown.

I do: Brides will be clamouring for styles similar to these exquisite gowns

Little mermaid: This green gown with a silk corset and tulle skirt was one of the stand-out pieces

Little mermaid: This green gown with a silk bodice and tulle skirt was one of the stand-out pieces

The ruffled bodice with full-bodied skirt dominated the runway in the show's finale. The beautiful gown will no doubt be coveted by A-listers who want to stand out on the red carpet while it would also work as a dramatic wedding dress.

The cream creation was the last of Posen's stunning evening gowns to be displayed. Others included a green mermaid-like number with a corseted silk bodice and full tulle skirt and an ivory strapless gown with flower print detail in the skirt that would also suit a blushing bride.

Praise: Vogue UK said Posen 'outdid himself' with his elegant eveningwear collection

Strapless creations: Satin, silk and tulle ruffles were key trends in the collection

Red carpet ready: A-listers will want to squeeze into flattering pieces like this strapless patterned gown

There were also fitted short dresses with frill details and peplum gowns in the much-anticipated collection.

The range was met with approval from fashion experts and bloggers who praised the designer's 'stunning' look.

'Amazing show': Campbell and Rocha returned to the catwalk as Posen took his bow at the end of the evening

Vogue said Posen 'outdid himself' with his elegant and 'beguiling' collection.

Posen updated his Twitter account with behind the scenes pictures throughout the evening and praised his models for putting on an 'amazing show'.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT ZAC POSEN'S SHOW...

'You ready for me?': Campbell was all smiles as she arrived at the Lincoln Centre in a pink tiered dress for her surprise appearance

Getting ready: The supermodel chatted as she had her hair and make-up done

Getting runway ready: The supermodel chatted as she had her hair and make-up done

Celeb meeting: Campbell joined Twitter yesterday and posted this picture of herself with 'the one and only' Joan Rivers

Posen poses backstage with his models: From left, Rocha, Karolina Kurkova and Campbell

Preparations: The designer Tweeted this picture of the models getting ready for the show

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These gowns are ethereal and gorgeous. So much prettier than some of the others offered by other designers this season.

- Sally , NYC, 11/9/2012 01:34

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When I look at these types of shows, the only things I'm interested in are: 1) The clothes. The design, the effort taken to create the garment. Both garments and shoes. 2) The makeup. 3) The hair. The models are non entities. And I cannot enlarge the ego of someone who walks down a strip for a living. They are not worth it. Which is why I don't understand the hype around models.

- Ayzee , UK, United Kingdom, 10/9/2012 23:10

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Old Hammer Head in the flesh ...

- Matt Sl utton , london, United Kingdom, 10/9/2012 22:20

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Thug, nasty and vicious. That is all, oh I forgot, she's going bald.

- Jade R , Richmond, 10/9/2012 21:06

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You have to hand it to her, she manages to steal the show on a catwalk. You can't stop staring at her!

- nina , West Midlands, United Kingdom, 10/9/2012 19:22

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This lady is beautiful and looks great for her age, I still like her even though she has attitude :D awww noami