by Anja Emerson

Created on: September 04, 2010

The makeup trends for this autumn are very diverse, sexy and stylish, offering a variety of many great looks to match any face and any personal preferences. From nude looks to bold lip colors, this fall has it all!

The most popular makeup trends for the fall of 2010 are:

1. Looking natural with nude or minimal makeup.

One of the main trends is embracing nude makeup and wearing sheer shades that make your natural beauty shine through, as well as using subtle techniques to enhance your eyes and lips. Don’t be afraid to use light foundation or just a tinted moisturizer to achieve a flawless skin look and to compliment it with light makeup, such as a nude lip or black eyeliner. Creating a cat’s eye is a sure way of bringing out your eyes that can also add some spice to your nude makeup look. You can also use soft eyeshadow shades such as light gray, peach or light pink.

2. Making a bold statement with bright plum, coral or red lips.

While being in tune with the depth and boldness of autumn, dare to wear a dramatic lip color with a matte finish, coupled with an understated eye and cheek makeup. Bright plum, coral or red shades are in style this fall and while these are typical of autumn, they are meant to make a statement and add warmth to your overall look.

3. Looking seductive and dramatic with smoldering smoky eye makeup.

Smoky eye looks created using plum, dark blue or gray shades are a fashionable trend for this fall that continues well into the winter of 2010. You can make this look more dramatic by adding individual lashes for a more intense effect and coupling it with matte foundation and a bold lip color.

4. Emphasizing your eyebrows for a strong, daring look.

Having a strong, well-defined brow line is in style this autumn. While this look is slightly masculine, it can add definition to your face and showcase the beauty of your eyes, if done properly. Anything goes: from naturally thick, to drawn in or pastel-dyed eyebrows, this look can be achieved in a variety of ways. Darkening your eyebrows and coupling that with a bare face can create a simple, yet strong look.

The makeup trends for the fall of 2010 are varied enough to allow you to experiment with different colors, textures and styles; thus, allowing you to be fashionable and look your best without having to compromise!

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