It’s finally feeling like autumn, and while we’re slowly starting to bring out our boots and jackets for the colder season, it’s also the perfect time to look through our makeup drawers and refresh our deep lipsticks.
While skin tones tend to warm up in the summer months-and a peach tone complements that golden glow-in the winter those beautiful deep reds, browns, berries, and tans work perfectly with paler complexions. This year, a subtler lip look reigns supreme, with “deep nude” being the brief of choice for makeup artists.
“Leaning into your natural tonal palette is incredibly chic and youthful, as it just emphasises your natural tones, adding depth to your features,” Zoe Taylor, makeup artist and Chanel UK ambassador, tells Vogue. “Choose a shade a couple of tones deeper to warm up the structure of your face, applying what you already know about choosing bronzer to lips and eyes.”
So whether you opt for a traditional bullet or prefer a liquid formula, choosing the perfect deep lipstick will be the cherry on top of any makeup look this season.
Ahead, the deep lipsticks the WH team swears by.
Deep lipsticks to wear this autumn
Revlon
Super Lustrous Lip Gloss, Black Cherry
A sheer formula can still make a statement. With the shine of a gorgeous gloss and the hydration of a balm, this vitamin-rich lippy leaves lips extra lush.
Bobbi Brown
Luxe Matte Lipstick in Plum Noir
Avoid smudgy lips with a long-lasting formula, like Bobbi Brown’s Plum Noir option. Loaded with crushed pigments and lip-loving ingredients, it’s the ultimate swipe-and-go balm-y lipstick for crush-worthy, feel-good colour that lasts all day.
Victoria Beckham Beauty
Posh Lipstick in Play
Like your favourite lip balm, this lipstick is filled with nourishing ingredients to condition and moisturise the skin. But it also packs a punch of swoon-worthy colour thanks to rich plum and berry pigments.
Anastasia Beverly Hills
Matte Lipstick
For a deeper red, check out Anastasia Beverly Hills. Their matte lipsticks have a velvety texture and ultra-matte finish – providing a really strong, deep shade without the dryness.
Huda Beauty
Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Ladies Night
This bullet has a plush-matte formula that gives it a unique velvety finish. In this deep burgundy shade, the final look is unparalleled and striking.
Thin Lizzy
Velvet Lip Crème Mulled Wine
The creamy, lightweight formulation takes you from soft focus to richly pigmented, full cover, velvet matte lip, with locked in moisture that lasts the distance.
Revlon
Super Lustrous™ Lipstick Rum Raisin
Infused with mega-moisturisers to seal in colour and softness, Revlon have a number of super rich, dark fall shades that look awesome on.
Napoleon Perdis
Shine Show Liquid Lipstick
With the extended wear time of a lipstick and the high-shine finish of a gloss, this one is a makeup bag must-have. And let me tell you, when we say it gives colour-IT GIVES COLOUR.
L’Oréal Paris
Colour Riche Intense Volume Matte Lipstick in Le Plum Dominant
Go moody with this rich, deep hue — the formula is made with hyaluronic acid, so your lips won’t get dry.
Covergirl
Exhibitionist Ultra Matte Lipstick Jam Packed
If you’re looking for more of a deep purple, this one is for you. Ultra rich and super smooth to come on, Covergirl’s Exhibitionist Ultra Matte Lipstick is transfer-resistant and doesn’t bleed or feather.
Hourglass
Unlocked Lipstick in Fauna
This primer-infused bullet is fully vegan with ingredients like mango seed butter, avocado oil, and argan oil. One swipe softens the lips and coats them in a delicious dark plum shade.
Charlotte Tilbury
Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick in So 90’s
The long-lasting formula is made with 3D glowing pigments that enhance the look and shape of your lips. This deep brown gives the illusion of a fuller pout and has a soft matte finish that’s nostalgic and rich.
Makeup By Mario
SuperSatin Lipstick in Downtown Girl
Shake up your dark lipstick routine with this satin formula. It’s designed to deliver a soft sheen and intense burst of colour with each swipe, but also has a gripping technology that keeps it locked on your lips for all-day wear.
Lancome
L’Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick
While this one doesn’t last as long as some of the matte option, the colour payoff id still there. Lancome’s cream range is all about moisture so if your lips are super dry (hello, winter wind) try something like this-and reapply when necessary.
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