There's no better time than autumn to savor a spiced latte and refresh your eyeshadow palettes with warm, cozy shades. The crisp, fresh air inspires revamping your look and gearing up for the upcoming holiday season—it's the ideal moment to experiment with bold lips and enigmatic smoky eyes. Makeup isn't just a way to accentuate beauty; it's also a source of joy and self-expression.
Next up: 9 autumn makeup ideas—from delicate and natural to vibrant and eye-catching. Draw inspiration and experiment fearlessly, crafting your own unique seasonal styles.
01 Create Contrast
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This autumn, add vibrant touches to your look with contrasting eye makeup. A bronze shade in the eyelid crease combined with a shimmering light tone on the movable eyelid shows how harmonious contrast can look striking and effortless if chosen correctly.
02 Dramatic Eyeliner
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Not a fan of eyeshadows? No worries! This autumn, highlight your eyes with striking eyeliner and wow everyone with your expertise. A dramatic liner with an elongated outer edge can make just as bold a statement as a meticulously blended eyeshadow look. Plus, a dark brown shade is a versatile pick—it complements daytime and evening looks alike.
03 Saturated Chocolate
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A rich chocolate shade is the ideal pick for autumn makeup. The possibilities for experimenting with it are practically endless: choose an eyeshadow palette in chocolate hues and craft harmonious looks through blending and playing with textures. Complete the makeup with soft rosy-toned blush and lips in a matching shade, just like in this striking look.
04 Glow and Shimmer
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This eye makeup will be an excellent source of inspiration for autumn. Any shimmering product unlocks endless possibilities: shiny textures have proven time and again that they perfectly complement eyeshadows and give your look a light yet striking glow.
05 Beauty in the Details
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This look demonstrates how expressive, detailed eyes paired with glowing skin can effortlessly transform your natural makeup into elegant autumn glam. To make the eye makeup last longer, use a waterproof gel eyeliner: apply it to the upper and lower lids, then gently blend with a brush, accentuating the natural shape of your eyes.
06 Pink Accent
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Pink, though traditionally popular in spring and summer, looks fantastic in autumn too. You can wear it in various ways—from subtle accents to bold touches. If you want to add a fresh twist without too much brightness, apply pink eyeshadows to the upper and lower lids—that's enough to create a light yet noticeable impact.
07 Bold Classic
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Red lipstick is timeless year-round, but it's especially striking in autumn—the richer the shade, the more dramatic the effect. Whether it's a cool classic red or one with a hint of orange undertone, your go-to lipstick will stay fashionable even as the leaves fall.
08 Seductive Bronze
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Give your eyes a seductive autumn vibe with bronze shades. No matter if you choose creamy shadows, eyeliner, or powder texture, there's no eye color that bronze won't enhance. All of this makes bronze hues a must-have in your autumn makeup arsenal.
09 Beauty in Simple
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Glossy pink lips, voluminous lashes, and defined brows—this look proves that even subtle makeup can be impactful when transitioning from summer to autumn. To make your lips look extra glowing, apply lip oil over your lipstick—it adds a luxurious, shimmering finish.