Warm and sultry – my top 7 lipstick picks for fall
Written By Jenny Wu on
Are you someone that switches up their makeup for different seasons? For me most of my makeup stays the same, but I can’t resist switching out my bright pink and coral lipsticks for mauves and burgundies in the fall. Here are my top 7 shades that I’ll be rocking for the next few months.
Tom Ford Lip Color Matte – Velvet Cherry
A beautiful muted red that gives full coverage in just one swipe. It’s not the most hydrating formula, but it’s not drying either and doesn’t accentuate lip lines. I love that it’s dark and sultry without looking too vampy. This is my go-to
$55 on Sephora, Nordstrom, Beautylish
bareMinerals Statement Matte Liquid Lipstick – Naughty
This is a limited edition packaging, but the shade itself is still available. Naughty is a muted brownish red with purple undertones, and a cream-to-matte finish. It’s a shade that should work for most skin tones, plus the formula feels very comfortable on the lips. Did I mention that this smells like chocolates?
$19 on Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom
LE set with lip liner on StrawberryNet for $29
YSL Vinyl Cream Lip Stain – 416
A muted orange red, this for me is the quintessential fall shade, and one I probably reach for the most. It has a glossy finish initially, but dries down to a matte stain after a few minutes. Despite the glossiness, the formula is lightweight and not sticky (my pet peeve with glossy lip products).
Burberry Lip Velvet Lipstick – 421 Rosewood
The formula for this is very similar to Tom Ford’s, but slightly creamier and has a more comfortable wear. This is a lovely dusty rose shade with a hint of satin finish. One layer will give your lips a light wash of color, so you’ll need at least 2 layers for full coverage.
Marc Jacobs Liquid Lip Creme – Hot Cocoa*
I don’t really like nude shades since they make me look sallow, but this one is more like an orange brown that looks amazing with the right eye makeup. This claims to be a high gloss finish but it’s actually more like a cream. The lasting power is pretty decent despite the moisturizing formula.
$28 on Sephora, Neiman Marcus
Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick – Chai
Everyone raves about Fig, but I prefer the darker Chai, which is a brownish dusty rose that’ll compliment warm skin tones well. Like all Bite Beauty lipsticks, this one is ridiculous moisturizing yet pigmented, plus it’s one of the more affordable options.
$26 on Sephora
Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment – Save The Queen
This matte lip stain feels like water when applied, but dries down instantly and leaves the lips with an incredibly pigmented finish that lasts all day. This mauve shade looks almost purple in the tube, but applies only slightly cooler then Burberry Rosewood and can still work with warm skin tones.
$26 on Sephora, Ulta, Net-a-Porter, Nordstrom
Here are the shades again side by side for comparison purposes:
While I usually favor high shine finishes, fall and winter are when I like to rock the few matte lipsticks I have in my collection. Something about matte finishes just seems to fit the fall/winter aesthetics better? However because my lips get drier in the colder months, it’s super important that my fall lipsticks don’t dry them out further. So comfortable wear is a major feature I look for, and these all hit the mark!
So here are my go-to fall lipsticks! What are your favorite shades for this season?
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Comments & Questions
Rowena
I pretty much stick with the same makeup throughout the year most of all because I'm lazy LOL I'll spend all the time in the world on my skincare so I can breeze through my makeup in the morning. Lip colors are an easy switch and I tend to go from lighter neutrals to darker neutrals when the weather cools. Of course since I like a muted lip, the Marc Jacobs Hot Cocoa and Bite Beauty Chai have caught my eye here :) The wear on both of them both sound really good too. Will need to check them out on my next Sephora visit.
Ros
I'm liking the Tom Ford lipstick a lot here. Will definitely look out for it. Thanks for sharing!
xoxo Ros (ZenHealth.net)
Shireen L. Platt
Love all your recommendations here, Jenny and I need to swatch Chai and see how it looks on me. Unfortunately that YSL Cream Lip Stain bleeds on me so I have to take the extra step filling in my whole lips with a lip liner and apply it only in the middle.
Lindsey Elyse
Add a few more berry shades and you have the perfect selection, in my opinion! I love that Bite Beauty lipstick... I may just have to go buy it LOL.
Alyssa
I always go for something like mauve pink or ginger all year round and I think I'm loving that Burberry rosewood <3
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MissLaven
The colors you picked are all very pretty and suit the season! I especially love the one from Tom Ford and Bite Beauty!
LindaLibraLoca
I am forever on the hunt for a true brick red that doesn't lean berry on me, but other than that berry lipsticks and deep plums do feature in my fall makeup picks too. I do however change up my blush and eye makeup as well, making everything darker and more sultry.
Anne - Linda, Libra, Loca
Jennifer | Mrs Q Beauty
The Rosewood shade looks perfect for me. I always switch up my eyeshadow in the fall. Great post!
Jennifer | Mrs Q Beauty
Yvonne
I love all these colours especially the one from Tom Ford! Have a great day!
xo Yvonne
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The Exclusive Beauty Diary
Great post. I really enjoy reading it. I really like your selection of lipstick for fall and I see a few shades that I need to check it.
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james anderson
When it comes to a statement-making pout, matte lipstick is the way to go. The product leaves the lip with a velvety finish that stops people in their tracks. From hot pinks to deep burgundies, matte lips are not the easiest of looks to pull off, but when you can, they look flawless.
I love all these colours especially the one from Tom Ford