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A Step by Step Guide for Your Fall Makeup Look

Steven Coleman shares his secrets and tips on achieving a fall inspired makeup look

By Leah Goldblatt

As we look forward to the cool months of fall ahead, most of us associate this time as an opportunity to transition our wardrobe from summer to fall, however, it is also the perfect time to update your makeup look. This fall, pack your bright summer shades away and opt for a fresh-faced makeup look, leaving you appearing youthful with just a hint of subtle colors that perfectly match your new autumn outfits.

We found inspiration in Jizyah’s flawless look and were eager to know how it was achieved. For all his secrets and tips, we reached out to Steven D. Coleman who is a makeup artist, the creator of this look and the Founder/CEO of coleCOLORS, LLC.

Start with the Skin To begin, Steven advised, “A good skincare regimen is the best way to achieve many looks when wearing makeup. Her skin was prepped with a cleansing towelette, moisturizer and a setting spray.”

Bold Brows Now for the brows, one should “use an angled brush and a matte, no shimmer, brown eyeshadow and apply in the direction of the hair, filling in as desired. At the base of the brow, draw a soft, straight line to achieve the desired shape and use your brush to flick hair-like strokes for fullness.”

Daringly Defined In order to add definition and depth to your face, apply contouring and highlighting. Steven suggested, “using an angled, fluffy brush and contouring powder, start at the top of the ear and swipe down the jawbones to just below the roundness of the cheekbone. To contour the nose, begin at the brow bone swiping down both sides to just

Jizyah Injil; Photo by Grant Foto

below the tip. Lightly brush around the hairline and temple. With concealer that is one shade lighter than the skin tone, translucent powder and a wedge sponge highlight the high plains of your face—forehead, cheekbones, nose, top of lip and center of chin— to create an even and subtle enhancement to the face.”

Flawless Foundation

Foundation is one of the most important applications in makeup. Steven recommends, “to find your perfect skin tone match, swipe the foundation across the neck just below the jaw bone. If the color is unnoticeable between the two areas, it is a match. With a foundation brush, cover the outer perimeters of the face then move inward, blending for an even tone.”

Look at Me Lashes Beautiful, natural-looking lashes complement these bold trends by allowing them to stand out. Steven’s advice is to “try a full, wispy lash that works for almost every eye shape. This look enhances the volume and the length of the natural lash without the drama.”

Steven D. Coleman founder/CEO of coleCOLORS LLC Photo: Tanya Rawlins from The Photo Firm

Entrancing Eyes “A brown palette is a must-have,” Steven recommends. “Look for ones with browns that have red, orange and purple undertones which helped to create great variety to achieve this look. On the eyes, use darker browns in the crease and blend with softer browns. On the lid, apply a frosty or sparkly color to attract the light and darker color in the crease and outer rim of the eye.”

Luscious Lips Choosing a lip color can be a reflection of your personality, but should also compliment your skin. Steven selected a nude lip for this look to work off the bright blue outfit and to give her lips a soft, sweet finish with just a touch of color.

Leah Goldblatt is a beauty and fashion writer with a passion for photography and travel. Follow along her journey traveling with her husband in an RV @lifemoretraveled.

FAUX FUR FOR the fabulous FALL SEASON

Find out what is trending in fashion this season

By Anna Call

Fur has been a controversial subject for years. Faced with the fashion industry’s continuing debate over the ethics of using real fur, many brands and designers have been making the switch to faux fur. As animal-rights protesters continue to shine light on the wrong doings taking place within the fur industry, high-fashion companies such as Gucci, Burberry, Ralph Lauren, Versace and Armani vowed to eliminate the use of real fur. Most brands today are proud to be faux fur advocates. Made from a blend of acrylic and polyester fibers and seen on shoes, shirts, hats, scarfs, jackets and coats, this material can be found anywhere and, due to its mass production, at any price point!

As with any product, especially fur, designer versions tend to come with a higher price tag, but you can still purchase a luxe look without the high-end cost. If you’re looking for a piece that will become an instant staple in your wardrobe, invest in a quality faux fur coat. Coming in many styles and prints, the perfect coat for fashionista is just waiting to be discovered. The product featured is a Stella McCartney Melina Koba FFF coat in the color light fawn. This shade of tan is the fundamental neutral that your wardrobe needs, making the coat a naturally elegant addition to any favorite ensemble.

Fall is approaching fast, and you’re going to need something to throw on for some extra warmth. Not ready for the bulk of winterwear? A wrap is the ideal solution. Coming in any material and silhouette of your choosing, wraps add that effortless boho feel. Unreal Fur has released an Ecuador Wrap that changes the game. Made of faux alpaca wool, this product drapes the body balletically. Make sure to add this item to your cart the next time you’re shopping.

Jackets are an essential item for cooler weather. Wearing a fun statement piece that catches the eye boosts not only your mood but your confidence! Nothing screams “fashion forward” right now more than a faux fur puffer jacket. Coming in colors of army green, ivory, navy blue and noir, Apparis has this season’s must-have cropped puffer jacket. The product shown is in army green. Made from polyester faux fur, this item is comfortable and stylish.

Fur may not come to mind when you think of hats, but the classic bucket hats of the 1990s are back with a furry twist. Faux-fur bucket hats have taken over the fashion industry and runways. From streetwear to chic apparel, this hat goes with everything. The bucket hat featured is a La Seine Et Moi original. Coming in colors of yellow, cream and mint, it can be purchased from their online store. For a laid-back approach, pair this hat with your favorite jeans and sweater. Looking for something more daring? Snag a bucket hat with a dazzling color or pattern.

And don’t forget about your shoes! Stella McCartney is known for her vegetarian and anti-fur stance, and her latest collections reflect this dedication! These Emilie Teddy Boots are the ideal mix of woodsy and funky, guaranteed to take your fall outfits to the next level. You can preorder these boots on Stella McCartney’s website.

Anna Call is a fashion merchandising and apparel design student at Ball State University. While interning at Hope, she’s working on her degrees and spending time with her friends.