Seasonal Makeup Trend: Khakis & Taupes

The most versatile shades in makeup are no doubt neutrals and nudes, and fall is no doubt the best time of year to sport such shades.

Sweep a taupe or khaki-colored eyeshadow across your entire lid for a basic wash of color that immediate brings your face to life. For the bold, smoke up the look with a plum, denim blue, or black shadow below the crease and blend well for a more dramatic look.

Vapour Organic Beauty Mesmerize Eye Color in Flash, available here

Khakis and nudes also work great on the lips for a classic nude lip look. Add lip gloss on top for added shine and glamour.

How To: Smoky Eyes for Fall Video from Sephora with Kat Von D Eye Primer

In this video, Sephora shows you how to create the ultimate smoky eyes for Fall using the NEW Kat Von D Eye Primer in Smoky. Kat Von D High Voltage Eye Primer in Smoky ($15) is a uniquely formulated, creamy eye primer with a deeper tint made especially to work with darker shadows.

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Fall-Winter 2009 Goth Makeup Trend

MAC Style Black

For Fall/Winter 2009, it’s gothic elements that define this season’s wardrobe and makeup looks. Leather, lace, spikes, and buckles, along with sooty, blackened makeup looks give you a dark edge. The keyword here is sultry rather than scary -  a little lace here, some black gloss there – and you’re doing “goth” well. Add some sparkle to glam up the night.

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