There’s nothing better than a bold lipstick for fall, but finding the right shade can be intimidating with seemingly infinite options!
Related: 14 Must-Have Drugstore Lipsticks You’ll Want to Wear This Fall
No matter the budget or finish (long-wearing mattes or silky satins) you prefer, there’s something for everyone in this roundup of best lipsticks for fall. From sultry browns, berries and burgundy to moody mauves, reds and plums, below you’ll find the hottest hues that will sizzle, even as the temperatures drop!
From drugstore delights to high-end picks that’ll give you the most bang for your buck, keep scrolling for the best lipstick shades for fall (and winter) you’ll want to wear all season long!
1. Bite Beauty Spice Things Up Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Hot Harissa ($26)
The perfect blend of red and orange, this lipstick shade is warm, happy and is sure to garner lots of compliments! Like the other Bite Beauty lipsticks, this one is comfy to wear and delivers bold, creamy color.
2. Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Mattemoiselle Plush Matte Lipstick in Freckle Fiesta ($18)
Described as a spiced terracotta, this matte lipstick shade is perfect for the pumpkin-spice season. The formula is super smooth and the pigmentation is through the roof!
3. Milani Amore Shine Liquid Lip Color in Temptation ($8.99)
If you’re feeling moody and want a lipstick to match that vibe, this sultry rose-brown makes for a striking (yet wearable) look! Plus, it has both warm and cool undertones, which makes this shade look flattering on every skin tone.
4. Sephora Collection #Lipstories Lipstick in Labyrinth City ($8)
This reddish-brown lipstick is the perfect way to ease into brown shades if you’ve been wary in the past. And it’s only $8, so you won’t have to break your bank to dip your toes into trend! With its pigment-packed and smooth matte formula, it actually performs better than some lipsticks twice its price!
5. TARTE Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint in Obsessed ($20)
This gorgeous mauve-berry lets you mix up your everyday makeup look without straying too far from your comfort zone. Not only does this matte liquid lipstick dries quickly but is also full-coverage and transfer-proof.
6. Maybelline Color Sensational Shine Compulsion Lipstick in Spicy Mauve ($5.99)
This deep mauve is warm, sultry and looks stunning on all skin tones. With an oil-infused formula, this glossy lipstick delivers serious hydration — a must-have during chapped-lips season.
7. Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color in Unveil ($24)
This rich chocolate-brown lip paint gives ’90s vibes in the coolest way…consider it your secret weapon to slay all day! With a high-impact color and low-maintenance long-wear formula, the weightless matte liquid lipstick formula goes from zero to 100 in one stroke!
8. Smashbox Always on Matte Liquid Lipstick in Disorderly ($24)
Perfect for chilly fall days, this deep wine red is packed with pigment for an edgy retro look. It’s specifically formulated not to dry out lips and stays put without flaking or feathering.
9. Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain in Mysterious Plum ($14)
This deep, sultry purple is such a statement shade for a pout that stands out! The lightweight but smudge-proof formula literally lasts all day while being comfortable on the lips.
10. NYX Cosmetics Slip Tease Full Color Lip Oil in Fire Dancer ($6.99)
This bright burgundy commands attention without looking vampy! The rich scarlet hue glides on gorgeously and sets to a satin-matte finish that stays smooth for hours.
11. Too Faced Peach Kiss Moisture Matte Longer Lipstick in Chill Pill ($21)
Bold and bright, this rustic spiced red lipstick just screams fall! And it won’t make you feel too far out of your comfort zone. Not to mention, it smells like peaches and cream and stays put – just like a good red should.
12. Almay Lip Vibes Lipstick in Love Yourself ($7.99)
This pretty brown-toned raspberry is perfect to spice up a simple makeup look instantly! With a rich color payoff and silky smooth feel, this new shea-butter infused lipstick from Almay is a beauty bargain at under $8 a pop!
13. Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in HitchHike ($18)
This earthy brick rose lipstick shade (with soft brown undertones) is perfect for a vibrant, classic red lip with a twist. It has a velvety matte finish and coats lips with rich, opaque color that lasts.
14. Anastasia Beverly Hills Matte Lipstick in Rosewood ($18)
The perfect plum mauve, this matte lipstick will get you in full-on fall mode even if you are a summer lover like me! It has a creamy formula that packs a punch in the pigment department with an elegant matte finish that’s long-lasting.
15. Huda Beauty Demi Matte Cream Lipstick in Sheikha ($20)
This sumptuous deep rose shade is the perfect everyday neutral for fall. It’s one of those day-to-night shades that’ll look just as good on in the office as it will on a dinner date! And the creamy formula is hydrating and super pigmented with a satin finish.
16. L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche Shine in Gleaming Plum ($6)
If you are looking for an easy-to-wear pinkish purple, then this lipstick is a must-have! The best thing about this glossy lipstick though is its rich, creamy texture that feels super hydrating on lips.
17. MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Liquid Matte Lipstick in Raspberry ($20)
Deep enough to look fall-appropriate while also being totally wearable, this berry-toned lipstick is universally flattering (not too cool, not too warm). With a true matte finish, the matte liquid lipstick formula provides full color coverage and won’t budge at all!
18. Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick in Berry Recognize ($4)
If you’re not one to go over-bold for autumn, this (very) berry alternative is lighter on the eyes, but still vibrant enough to make an impact. And the formula is truly long-lasting without leaving your lips dried out…it’s a steal for under $5!
19. ColourPop Matte Lux Lipstick Doin’ Fine ($7)
You’ll be feelin’ good in this reddish plum wine (minus the hangover!) shade that’s a moody take on a classic red! The long-wearing lux lipstick offers a velvet matte finish with a pop of vibrant color.
20. Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Lips Liquid Lipstick in Show Girl ($34)
You can’t go wrong with a rich berry shade for fall and this sophisticated rose berry is simply stunning! With a creamy velvety-soft texture, it feels like a treat for lips and also has hydrating hyaluronic acid to boot.
Which of these gorgeous lipsticks is calling your name?
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