Barely-there lips look incredible when worn with beautifully defined eyes
AS THE ?BER? MONTHS START rolling in, we begin to feel a slight drop in temperature, along with a shift in fashion. We suddenly have more use for our layering and leather pieces.
While we may need to wait a few more weeks before we can slip into our boots, there?s no better time than now to start wearing the latest makeup trends.
Our trusty eyeliner is still our go-to product when we want an edgier look. This season calls for thick lines and a lot of smudging; time to start practicing to get this look right.
An easy way to smudge your liner is by gently running a cotton bud over the line. Or make like a pro and brush a same-color eye shadow over the liner to get that sexy smudged effect. Doing this has an advantage: it sets your liner, keeping it in place for hours.
Runway inspiration: Versace, Roberto Cavalli
Brown has never looked this sultry. It softly defines the eyes without overpowering or looking like too much. From taupe to a more caramel hue, brown has a wide range of shades to choose from, including different finishes like matte, shimmery and metallic. It?s an easy choice when you need a versatile day-to-night look.
The key to wearing brown shadow is to blend well. After applying the shadow, use a clean brush to distribute the shadow outward. This gives a shadow a soft effect and makes the eyes look wider.
Runway inspiration: Oscar de la Renta, Diane Von Furstenburg, Chloe
Look like a fresh-faced beauty by creating a flawless, even complexion. In this case, less is more. A sheer, lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer set with translucent loose powder is all you?ll need.
If you need to hide any blemishes, dot concealer only where needed before patting on powder. To make sure your foundation matches your skin tone, test the formula on your jawbone. If the foundation disappears into your skin, then you?ve got the perfect shade.
Runway inspiration: Missoni, Fendi, Jil Sander
From scarlet to cherry, ruby to brick, red lipstick gives us many wearable options. As we?ve seen in the runways, there are also many ways to wear red lips?as a stain, sharply drawn in, worn with soft edges or topped with gloss.
Runway inspiration: Lanvin, Gucci, Giorgio Armani
We have to agree: Barely-there lips look incredible when worn with beautifully defined eyes. They?re sexy and understated, and most importantly, there is a shade that works for everybody.
Avoid washed-out lips by choosing a lipstick that?s two shades darker than your natural skin color. For thin lips, opt for a shade with a hint of pink or a blend of shimmer, to prevent lips from disappearing.
Runway inspiration: Prada, Miu Miu
Adding a hint of color on the apples of your cheeks looks young and fresh. Choose from shades of pink and peach, or try natural beige tones to show off your complexion. To get this look right, use a large, fluffy brush to swirl blusher on your cheeks. This will make blending easy and give your skin a soft finish.
Runway inspiration: Stella McCartney, Ralph Lauren
