Dark Dramatic or Autumn Nudes? (tell us & win) There were two clear camps during Fashion Week for Autumn 2015: dark and moody or soft and neutral. That was the makeup direction that came from the runways of Paris, New York, Milan and London. Lips were either darkened rouge or barely there neutrals. Bright pinks, fuchsias and corals were pushed to the sidelines. I think the biggest surprise for me was seeing how dark the lips were at Trussardi in Milan! This is one of the oldest and most conservative luxury brands in the country. And models came down the catwalk with an almost black lip. It certainly got editors’ attention.
Celebrity makeup artist Rebecca Restrepo is always one of my favourite artists to make sense of the trends. She’s the brainchild behind Elizabeth Arden’s makeup collections and she tests her colour stories on all skin tones and age groups to find colours that work in real life. “In general, I think women can get stuck in a makeup rut when it comes to colour. They find one or two shades they feel comfortable in and they stick with them for years. But we need to evolve and change over time. I recommend trying a new shade for a full 24 hours before deciding whether you like it or not. Try a colour that you might not normally buy and see what reactions you get throughout the day.” She says that runway makeup is often created to make a statement and get noticed. But any shade can be adapted in real life. It is just how you apply and wear it.
Arden Beautiful Colour Lipsticks in Rustic Red, Ultra Violet & Scarlett
“I think the easiest way to update your look this season is change the texture to matte. If you’ve gone with lip gloss for ages, switch it up. Of if you’ve worn lip stains for a while, try a lipstick. The new moisturizing versions are very comfortable to wear.”
Arden Beautiful Colour Lipsticks in Sunburst, Sweet Pink & Pink Pink
One of Restrepo’s projects she’s most proud of is the Arden Beautiful Colour Moisturizing Lipstick collection. The formula boasts moisture-enriched pigments and Volulip to seal in hydration. This helps looks look plumper and fuller.
I gave away these six Arden lipsticks to one lucky reader. I drew the name Kenetrice Nicholee from all those who commented. Congrats Kenetrice!
1,178 Comments
Elsie Stump
October 17, 2015 at 2:13 pmI would enjoy the the nude colors. My twitter account is @elsiemay1029
Melissa bauckham
October 17, 2015 at 1:22 pmAbsolutely love the darker colors
Kathleen Gereg
October 16, 2015 at 9:28 pmThe darker moody shades! @kgereg
Mary Songer
October 16, 2015 at 7:38 pmI prefer the nude shades. They’re better for my skin tone.
Mary Songer
October 16, 2015 at 7:39 pm@LabRat517
Claire Ward
October 16, 2015 at 7:00 pmDarker shades
Maria Hackett
October 16, 2015 at 6:50 pmI prefer darker shades and it suits my skin tone – twitter handle @hackettlady
Karen D
October 16, 2015 at 6:22 pmI like all the colors, but would wear the nudes the most. @karen_dietrich
amer zaheer
October 16, 2015 at 5:14 pmAutumn Nudes are the best
Laura Micele
October 16, 2015 at 4:55 pmI prefer the nude hues, But some nights the darker moody shades make for dress up time
Jill B
October 16, 2015 at 4:52 pmDarker shades please
Terri Cramb
October 16, 2015 at 4:44 pmI prefer the nude tones
Carrie Conley
October 16, 2015 at 3:54 pmThe darker moody shades…. @weeziestoy
arsenal1981
October 16, 2015 at 3:46 pmBonjour!!!
i clearly have a preference for the darker moody shades !! big thanks for this giveaway !!
have a nice we
Chantelle79
October 16, 2015 at 3:35 pmI prefer the nude tones
susanne ball
October 16, 2015 at 3:20 pmI prefer the nude tones as i’m quite pale and feel darker tones make me look too washed out
Amanda P
October 16, 2015 at 2:12 pmDark moody shades for sure! I love a bold lip, especially in the fall but during the work week I wear more nudes, lighter colors for subtle beauty!
Nicola O'Brien
October 16, 2015 at 2:09 pmNude shades – @popple79
Paul Vincent
October 16, 2015 at 1:36 pmDarker shades, please!
Monika S
October 16, 2015 at 10:33 amNudes for everyday and dark saturated shades for going out
Kathryn Casbolt
October 16, 2015 at 8:37 amDarker shades for me – reflects the autumn and winter hues.
Kerry W
October 16, 2015 at 7:48 amI prefer the nude shades on a daily basis, but do go for the dark shades on a special occassion!!
SUNITA VERMA
October 16, 2015 at 6:48 amgosh this is a hardy…but would have to go nude…nude shades that is 😉
Giuliana
October 16, 2015 at 6:34 amI really like the Dark Dramatic
Lyndsey Beckford
October 16, 2015 at 4:51 amI prefer the more nude shades @lyndseybruce
Lorraine Mabbitt
October 16, 2015 at 4:35 amDefinitely the nude shades