"Metallic makeup in general is huge for fall," says Powers. "Traditionally when people think of metallics, it's all about a smoky eye (see how to wear fall's smoky metallic eye here). But now we're seeing it on the lips as well. It's a great way to add shine and dimension to your lips, and you can even layer a metallic gloss on top of your favorite lipstick for added glamour, or try a lipstick with a metallic finish."
To choose the right hue for you:
For fair skin tones: Opt for a metallic that is either light (like a metallic nude) or more vibrant (like a bright lip color with a metallic finish). "I love Make Up For Ever Lab Shine Lip Gloss in #M8, $18. It's a bright metallic cherry red," says Powers.
For dark skin tones: Stay away from silvers, which tend to be too bright; gold and copper will look more natural. You can also try a dark berry metallic lipstick or gloss. "Deep skin looks incredible in any metallic shade," says Powers. "You can really play with texture and try an opaque metallic gold or copper lipstick as a base." Powers likes Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in #17, $19, and suggests adding your favorite gloss on top.
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Hot lip color No. 6: Brick red
"We are seeing lots of rust and brick color trends in clothing, and this is echoed in some of the lip colors as well," says Powers. The rusty brown red lip is a modern take on the traditional red.
Now that you've picked your perfect bold lip color for fall, follow these tips for a flawless application.
• Choose a lip liner that is the closest match to your lipstick or gloss shade. If you are wearing a shade that is very transparent, use a transparent lip liner around the outer edge of the lips (we like Too Faced Borderline Smoothing Anti-Feathering Lip Pencil, $18.50). This will help your lipstick stay on but won't show as a hard line under your lip color.
• If you are wearing an opaque color, fill in your lips with a matching lip liner for maximum color. If you are wearing a sheerer color, line the edge of your lip line and use a brush to gently smudge the liner into your natural lip color. This should help give you a crisp lip line without looking like you drew it in pen.
• Apply an even layer of lipstick (or gloss) starting in the center of the lips and blending out toward the edges of your lips. Use a lip brush for maximum precision with bright or dark colors.
While summer was all about the soft pinks and bright corals, lips are getting a bold overhaul for the new season. Fall trends are calling for deep plums and rich mauves for your pout, and you'll find that there's a color for everyone -- even the Chapstick-wearer in the corner who dares to maybe wear tinted lip balm for a night out.
We get it: Bold lipstick can be intimidating. What if it bleeds, flakes, or worse -- leaves red stains on your man's crisp white shirt? Even those of us who've dabbled with the coral colors of summer may find these hues for fall pretty daring. But with all these gorgeous colors, it'd be a crying shame if we didn't partake. That's why we talked to Jessie Powers, Make Up For Ever National Educator, who filled us in on how to wear these fall lip trends. Turns out it's all about choosing the right hue for your skin tone and undertones.
So whether you're a lipstick newbie or bonafide beauty junkie, there's never been a better time to break out of your lip box and experiment. Here's how to do it right.
