This feature originally appeared in the August 2017 Issue of ESSENCE Magazine.
This fall, it's all about the drama. When you wear bright eye shadows, be sure to blend and contour properly. If you use a single hue, sweep it in a circular angle to create a halo effect around your lids, or take a liner in your favorite tint and draw a unique shape like what we saw on the Prabal Gurung catwalk (above).
And don't worry, traditionalists. There's something for you, too. A smoky eye--in any color--is on trend. Also try different textures--using metallic pops, shimmers or glitters is a great way to play up a basic dark eye. Keep scrolling to shop all of our favorite runway eye looks and more.
Whatever your mood, give your pout some pop with these striking hues in a glossy or matte finish. For a nifty spin, find a dark plum that's nearly black but still shows hints of purple. If you prefer to go brighter, try a pink or red that mimics the color of summer berries.
Once you've found your tint, experiment with different applications. Swipe and line lips for full and precise coverage. For a stain effect, pucker up and use your finger to dab the lipstick over your lips. Keep scrolling to shop our favorite runway-ready shades.
Embrace what your mama gave you no matter the season. Gone are the days of layered foundation and harshly chiseled contours. For a soft look, opt for dewy cheeks in a pink or coral hue. But when you want to rock barely-there makeup, mix a bit of liquid highlighter with your daily moisturizer for an even complexion and subtle glow.
Keep scrolling to shop our favorite runway-ready cheek looks, starting with Roksanda (above).
