Fall 2024’s Most Enigmatic Beauty Obsession

If fall is the season for cozying up in pumpkin spice knits and sipping chai lattes... think again. Fall 2024 is not here to play nice—it’s serving attitude, seduction, and the smoky allure of dark feminine glam. The It Girl aesthetic has officially gotten a moody makeover, with smudged eyeliner, deep berry lips, and nails so vampy they practically hiss.

What’s driving this sultry shift? It’s not just the return of ’90s grunge, but a full-blown embrace of power and mystique. This isn’t goth-for-the-sake-of-gloom—this is goth-grown-up: dark-feminine-energy chic. It’s what happens when a rock-star girlfriend meets red-carpet royalty, exuding confidence, sensuality, and just the right amount of danger. Think wine-stained lips that whisper secrets and smoky eyes that steal souls.

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This trend has become the moment, from TikTok beauty creators to fashion’s most exclusive runways. And, naturally, Hollywood’s leading ladies are already giving us all the inspo we need. We’ve rounded up four A-list muses who are absolutely killing the DFE glam game this season, each redefining the trend in their own iconic way. Ready to decode the makeup secrets behind Fall 2024’s most alluring beauty movement? Let’s dive in—dark lips first.

It’s what happens when a rock-star girlfriend meets red-carpet royalty, exuding confidence, sensuality, and just the right amount of danger.

Dua Lipa

Dua’s makeup oozes seductive glam with her signature sharp smokey eyes. A flawless base paired with neutral lips keeps all the attention on her piercing gaze.

How to Achieve It:

Eyes: Start with a black or charcoal gel eyeliner, smudge it along the lash line, and blend upwards with a deep grey shadow. Use a touch of shimmer on the lid for dimension. Wing the eyeliner for extra drama.

Lashes: Coat lashes with volumizing mascara or pop on wispy falsies for added intensity.

Base: Achieve a matte, flawless finish with a medium-coverage foundation. Slightly contour the cheeks to accentuate the jawline.

Lips: Use a muted nude lip color with a satin finish.

Brows: Keep them defined but soft to avoid overpowering the eyes.

Jenna Ortega

Jenna’s look is classic dark feminine energy with a 90s twist—think soft grunge meets elegance. Her smudged eyeliner and muted lips bring just the right edge.

How to Achieve It:

Eyes: Line your waterline with a soft black kohl pencil and gently smudge the edges for a worn-in, undone effect. Add a wash of taupe shadow on the lids for depth.

Lashes: Skip falsies—this look leans into natural lashes with a few coats of mascara to define.

Base: Use a lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer to let natural skin texture shine through. Dab a cool-toned blush on the cheeks for subtle warmth.

Lips: Opt for a mauve or dusty rose lipstick in a soft matte finish.

Brows: Feathered brows are key—brush them upwards and fill in any sparse areas with a brow pen.

Irina Shayk

Irina’s dark feminine look is all about intensity and precision. From her perfectly lined lips to her sharp cat-eye, every detail screams sophistication.

How to Achieve It:

Eyes: Go bold with a classic black liquid eyeliner. Draw a clean, dramatic cat-eye and pair it with a champagne shimmer on the inner corners.

Lashes: Long and fluttery falsies are a must for this look. Add a touch of mascara to blend.

Base: Full-coverage foundation and a soft contour to carve out cheekbones. Add a touch of highlighter on the high points of the face for a subtle glow.

Lips: Choose a deep, vampy burgundy lipstick with a satin or glossy finish. Line the lips for extra precision.

Brows: Keep them sculpted and bold to balance the dramatic eyes.

Lana Del Rey

Lana’s makeup brings a romantic, vintage spin to the trend. Soft smokey eyes paired with luminous skin and a bold red lip make her look timeless yet edgy.

How to Achieve It:

Eyes: Create a soft brown smokey eye using warm, earthy tones. Blend the shadow into the crease and smudge along the lower lash line. Add a touch of black liner along the upper lash line for definition.

Lashes: Go for fluttery, natural-looking falsies or multiple coats of lengthening mascara.

Base: Opt for radiant, glowing skin. Use a dewy foundation or mix a liquid highlighter into your base for luminosity.

Lips: Classic red lips are the centerpiece. Choose a rich cherry red in a creamy or matte finish, and line for a perfectly defined pout.

Brows: Keep them soft and natural, slightly arched for a vintage vibe.