10 Fall Makeup Trends to Try This Year
10 Fall Makeup Trends to Try This Year
There’s something about the first crisp morning of autumn that makes you want to pull out every warm-toned eyeshadow you own. Fall is the season when makeup gets fun again — richer colors, moodier lips, and that soft glow that makes golden-hour photos look effortless. Whether you’re a minimalist or love a full glam moment, this year’s fall makeup trends have something you’ll want to try.
Below, you’ll find the ten trends showing up everywhere this season, plus simple tips for making each one work in real life.
1. Latte Makeup, But Warmer
The latte look isn’t going anywhere — it’s just getting cozier. Think caramel eyeshadow, warm bronze cheeks, and a nude-brown lip. The trick is layering tones in the same warm family rather than mixing warm and cool shades together.
Start with a wash of tan shadow across the lid, add a deeper cocoa in the crease, and finish with a creamy brown-nude lip. If you’re new to blending, using the right makeup brushes makes all the difference.
2. Berry-Stained Lips
Juicy, just-bitten berry lips are the defining lip trend of the season. Unlike a harsh matte lipstick, a berry stain looks soft and lived-in — like you had a glass of red wine and a great night out.
Pat the color on with your fingertip instead of swiping it straight from the tube, and blot once with tissue. The slightly faded finish is what makes it look modern. For more lipstick technique ideas, see our lip makeup tips guide.
3. Bronze, Blurred Eyeshadow
Sharp cut creases are taking a back seat to soft, smoky bronze lids that look like they were done with one finger in two minutes. Sweep a shimmery copper or bronze shadow over the whole lid, blend the edges, and you’re done.
This is the perfect office-to-evening look because it reads polished without looking overdone. A single fluffy brush and one shade is honestly all you need.
4. Grungy Plum Eyeliner
Black liner is classic, but plum liner is the update your fall look deserves. It defines your eyes with the same intensity while adding warmth that flatters every eye color — especially green and hazel eyes.
Smudge it along your upper lash line with a pencil brush for a lived-in effect, or keep it crisp for a more dramatic evening vibe.
5. Glazed, Skin-Like Complexion
Heavy matte foundation is officially out. The fall version of glowing skin is all about sheer, skin-like coverage with a lit-from-within finish. Think tinted moisturizer or a light serum foundation, set only where you need it.
Pair this base with your warm fall shades and you’ll look fresh rather than flat. If you prefer minimal bases most days, our natural makeup looks guide has everyday routines you’ll love.
6. Burgundy Mascara
One of the easiest trends to try: swap your black mascara for a burgundy or aubergine one. From a distance it reads almost like black, but up close there’s a warm richness that makes eyes look brighter.
Layer two coats on curled lashes and keep the rest of your makeup simple — this is a trend that works best when it’s the only statement.
7. Cinnamon-Blush Cheeks
That just-walked-in-from-the-cold flush is back, this time in warm cinnamon and terracotta tones. Apply blush across the apples of your cheeks and sweep a little over the bridge of your nose for that natural windswept glow.
Cream formulas look most natural for this trend — warm them between your fingers and press them into the skin.
8. Espresso Smokey Eyes
The smokey eye is getting a fall makeover with rich espresso and mocha tones instead of charcoal. It’s softer, more wearable, and works beautifully for daytime too.
Use a medium-brown shadow blended through the crease, a deeper chocolate on the outer corner, and a touch of shimmer in the center of the lid to keep it from looking flat.
9. Frosted, Metallic Accents
A touch of frosted shimmer — on the inner corner, the brow bone, or the center of the lid — adds that candlelit glow that fall light is famous for. Keep it to one small accent so the effect stays elegant, not icy.
10. Defined, Feathered Brows
Strong brows frame every fall makeup look, but this season they’re soft rather than sharp. Brush hairs upward with a tinted brow gel, fill in any sparse spots with light, hair-like strokes, and skip harsh outlining.
How to Make Fall Trends Work for You
You don’t need to try all ten trends at once — pick one or two that excite you and build from there. The beauty of fall makeup is that the palette does the work for you: warm tones are flattering, forgiving, and blend together effortlessly. Screenshot your favorite look, try it on a quiet evening at home, and wear it out with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most wearable fall makeup trends for beginners?
Berry-stained lips and bronze, blurred eyeshadow are the most beginner-friendly trends this fall. Both use forgiving formulas and blended finishes, so they don’t require precision to look beautiful.
Which fall lip colors flatter most skin tones?
Berry, wine, and warm nude-brown shades are the most universally flattering fall lip colors. Cooler skin tones tend to love raspberry and plum, while warmer skin tones glow in brick red and terracotta.
How can I make fall makeup last all day?
Start with a primer suited to your skin type, use long-wear formulas for lips and eyes, and set only the T-zone with a light powder. A setting spray at the end locks everything in for hours.
Can I wear fall makeup trends with a natural makeup routine?
Absolutely — most of this season’s trends are about soft, blended color rather than heavy coverage. Berry stains, cinnamon blush, and plum liner all pair beautifully with a minimal, skin-like base.
