Sculpted Beauty: Pucker Up for Fall’s Must-Try Lipsticks

Irina Marwan

Fall 2025 is pulling up on us, and it’s time to swap out our bright summer lipstick colors for cozy, rich, statement-making lip shades. This autumn’s trending palette includes gorgeous hues that will be flying off the shelves faster than you can say sweater weather! While summer lip shades are on the playful side, fall shades feel more confident and sophisticated. I’m not gonna lie, while I love how girly and flirty summer lip colors are, I always look forward to unleashing my inner Miranda Priestley for fall - I can’t help it.

4 Fall Lip Colors You Need to Try

Deep Brown

There’s something about a true dark brown lip that just owns the room. It’s sophisticated and demands respect. A strong brown lip pairs beautifully with neutrals and warmer tones. This shade is perfect for those days when you want to look effortlessly expensive. A brown lip, hair, snatched back, and statement earrings every time! For a rich, creamy version that has a striking matte finish, try Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Velvet in Brownie ($25).

Burnt Orange

Burnt orange is the epitome of autumn energy—luscious, cozy, and bold without being too loud (it makes a little noise, but it’s not over the top). Think pumpkin spice season, but for your lips. This color adds a stunning contrast against deeper skin and a warm glow to lighter complexions. This hue is a wearable option that easily transitions from day to night. And Sisley Paris Orange Spice ($75) understood the assignment perfectly.

Deep Red

Fall reds should feel sultry and decadent. It’s ideal if the pigments have a bit of brown or berry to keep them from reading too brightly. Reds in this colorway read powerful, sexy, and attention-grabbing. This shade is that girl; she knows it, and she wants to make sure everyone else knows, too! If you’re looking for a plush option, try Teak in the shade Sonia Soft Matte ($27), it’s a knockout.

Cool Pink

Although most fall makeup guides insist that the autumn palette must be warm, not everyone’s undertone agrees with that advice. A deep, cool pink can be just as fall-appropriate while bringing freshness to the face, especially for lighter skin to medium tones. It’s a smart choice for makeup lovers who aren’t feeling the orange and brown tones, but still want a way to transition their makeup into the new season. Merit Beauty’s Sunday ($26) is the perfect saturated pink lip that gives fall makeup a girly touch.

For far too long, fall lip colors were marketed as one-size-fits-all reds and burgundies. While those colors are gorge, they don’t always work on deeper or olive skin. Now, brands are leaning into variety - thank God! The beauty launches with the most interesting shade ranges were always saved for spring and summer collections, so it’s nice that brands are finally giving the girlies more options in autumn.

 Pro Tips For Poppin’ Fall Lips

• Prep your pout with a lip scrub and a hydrating balm.

• Shape your mouth with a darker liner than your lipstick shade; it gives the color dimension and prevents feathering.

• Layer in thin coats for precision and color payoff.

• If you want to make the lipstick transfer-proof, set it with a translucent powder and swipe off the excess.