14 Effortlessly Chic Makeup Ideas for Fall — From Subtle Smokes to Moody Metallics

There's no better time than fall to dive into moody manis, grab a pumpkin spice latte, and embrace deeper, richer makeup looks. The crisp air and changing leaves inspire bolder beauty choices like darker lips and smoldering eyes. Fall is the season to explore your creativity through makeup, and the best part is that there are no rules. From natural to dramatic, we've rounded up 14 fall makeup looks that will have you excited for the seasonal shift.

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Change things up this fall season by wearing contrasting colors on your lids. The bronze tone in the crease and the shimmering lighter color on the lids show how exciting and effortless contrast can look when done correctly.

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Mix up your color palette by choosing earth-toned hues with deeper colors like berry and red. The soft bronze eyeshadow worn with a berry-stained lip showcases a beautiful fall color palette while looking effortless.

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Opt for taupe and grey eyeshadow shades when creating a smoky eye, versus traditional deep black, brown, and navy. This reflects an autumnal color palette yet remains versatile enough for whatever the day or night might bring. Pair your soft, smoky eye look with a glossy lip and minimal blush for maximum impact.

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After you've drawn on your cat eye, connect the liner with your bottom lash line using a pencil in the waterline and slightly underneath the eyes. Blend a deep eyeshadow hue with a precise brush to achieve a slight under-smoke, and finish with your berry lip product of choice.

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Dark brown, espresso, and rich chocolate shades are excellent for fall makeup, and the possibilities are endless. Find a chocolate-inspired shadow palette and get to work on blending and creating. Pair with a rosy-toned blush and lips like this look featured on Ashley Graham.

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There's no need to give up your natural makeup looks this fall season. You can wear as little or as much makeup as your heart desires. With a perky blush tone and some defined lips, a little mascara and brow product are all you need for the lovable minimalistic aesthetic.

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This eyeshadow look is a good inspiration for fall. With any shimmery product comes a wave of possibilities, as the sparkly finish has proven time and time again to be a chic accompaniment to eyeshadow and elevate the look ever so slightly.

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Daisy Edgar Jones shows how detailed and defined eyes, and glowing skin can elevate your natural makeup look ever so slightly into beautiful fall glam. Using a waterproof liner with a gel texture is vital when creating eye looks that you want to last. Apply the liner to the top and bottom of the eyes and smudge it out with a brush to enhance the shape.

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Red lipstick is a must all year round. Especially in the fall months, the bolder the tone the better. Whether you aim for a true blue red or something with a hint of orange, know that your classic red lipstick won't be going out of style as soon as the leaves change.

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Let mauve be your guide this fall season as you explore new colors to wear and experiment with. Whether you wear it on the eyes, cheeks, or lips, it works well with others or creates a beautiful monochromatic look all on its own.

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Jasmine Tookes proves that monochromatic makeup is wearable all year long. When berry and mauve tones enter the chat, it's the suitable makeup look for fall that will turn heads everywhere. The key to monochromatic makeup is finding the tones that flatter your complexion and eyes the most. Then, find ways to incorporate those colors into the products you wear on your eyes, cheeks, and lips.

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Give your eyes a sultry upgrade for fall by using bronze tones on the eyes. Whether you opt for cream shadow, liner, or powder formulas, there isn't one eye color that bronze doesn't enhance. It's all the more reason to add it to your makeup arsenal this fall season.

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Bruna Marquezine touts a glossy pink lip with fluttering lashes and bold brows. This look proves that even the most demure makeup looks fit right in with the change of season from summer to fall. For extra glossy lips, use a lip oil on top of lipstick that gives off a luxe-looking shine.