If the dreary weather is taking its toll on your complexion fight back fast with an eye-catching bright lip. Yes, classic reds and berry shades are in for autumn but a clutch of catwalk shows went against the grain, washing models lips with pastel pinks, bold fuchsias and juicy corals - and so can you. Click on for the inspiration and complexion brightening lipsticks you need...
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Pink is the fastest way to brighten your complexion on dull days. Try dabbing Chanel Rouge Allure Lipstick in Insolente, £24 (Boots), onto lips for a laid-back way to try colour.
ELLE loves this rich, pink berry lip. Slick on Estee Lauder's Pure Color Lipstick in Raspberry, £18.50 (Estee Lauder). A dusting of bronzer and a slick of mascara will complete the look.
This juicy flash of carnelian gloss paired with a tobacco eye colour is the perfect beauty combo for early autumn days. Layer Nars Lipstick in Heatwave, £17.50 with its Lipgloss in Wonder, also £17.50 (Nars Cosmetics). Try MAC's Cream Colour Base in Dark Root washed over the eyes.
The models’ fresh pink lipstick at Alexis Mabille makes you feel happy just looking at it. Dab on MAC Pro Cream Colour Base in Virgin Isle (enq: 08701 925 555) and layer with MAC's Lipstick in Impassioned, £13.50 (MAC Cosmetics) - both were used at the show to create this bold pinky, coral hue. Use a lip brush to get a neat, defined shape.
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The subtlest of the shades, a soft pinky-brown with a touch of shine. Try Max Factor's Colour Elixir Lipstick in Pink Brandy, £7.99 (Superdrug) and layer with a little clear balm like Carmex or Lucas Paw Paw Ointment and you're good to go.