The Only Beauty Staple You Need in Your Makeup Bag

Turning the calendar to the first of September can inspire wistful feelings in even the most optimistic, but not every remnant of summer is on its way out—especially in the case of a beloved summer glow. Adding liquid blush to your makeup bag can help extend a sun-kissed effect well through fall. Where a swipe of powder rouge may give skin a healthy dose of color, cream formulas offer a hyper-realistic "flushed from within look," says celebrity makeup artist Hung Vanngo, whose proficiency with radiant complexions is a calling card for his A-list clients (including the Olsen sisters, Naomie Harris, and Amy Adams).

Consider NARS's dewy version of its cult classic shade Orgasm that imparts a just-pinched pink glow, while Glossier's buildable Cloud Paint in Dusk leaves cheeks with a believable, sun-imparted bronze. So, too, does Giorgio Armani's shimmer-infused formula, which will call to mind the look of languid, humid days. And when a liquid or cream blush isn't in reach, Vanngo opts for a bright apricot shade of creamy lipstick to warm skin. To apply, he recommends "dabbing on your fingertips," making a gentle smile, then "blending upwards, on the apples of your cheeks."

No matter the formula, Vanngo warns that a light hand is key—starting out with a small amount and then building for desired intensity. Whether you're looking for a slight touch of color or a full-fledged rouge, these eight picks will be the quick fix to a fall makeup routine.

The Fashion Influencer Has Found A New Gig

In June it was announced that the much-revered J. Crew CEO Millard "Mickey" Drexler would be stepping down from his position at the fashion brand. While that news in and of itself was certainly noteworthy — J. Crew's sales had suffered over the past few years, and earlier this year, creative director Jenna Lyons left the company, indicating the brand needed to shake things up — it was Drexler's replacement that raised eyebrows in the industry. James Brett, the president of the furniture retailer West Elm and relative fashion outsider, would be taking over in a corporate about-face no one saw coming.

Perhaps this high-profile changing of the guard is just the most visible manifestation of a trend that's been incubating in certain circles — notably among social media influencers. There, focusing on fashion is increasingly less desirable than casting a large net and committing to the more nebulous, broader "lifestyle" market; be it home decor, food, travel, parenting, or wellness, lifestyle has replaced the hyper-specific categorical markets that web personalities tried to corner earlier in their careers. Today, you may have noticed that many of your favorite social media stars are posting recipes they love, or chronicling a home renovation project — and that's no accident.

It makes sense that after a certain point it was no longer enough to share the contents of your closet; in 2017, that's a crowded market, and whether you unbox one-of-a-kind couture or steals from TJ Maxx, we, as an internet culture, have ridden that wave to the point on no return. Now, everything from the food you eat, to the couch you're sitting on, to your summer vacation, to the diapers you swaddle your children in, can be turned into a grand promotion for Living the Good Life™. Savvy or scary? You decide.

"I feel like six, seven years ago, talent stayed in their lane," says Reesa Lake, a partner and SVP at the influencer agency Digital Brand Architects. But Lake notes that as these web entrepreneurs grew up, the brands they built around their own lives needed to reflect that. "There's definitely been a shift, a move toward lifestyle content," she says. "I think that layers in with how their lives have evolved."

Lake gives the example of Helena Glazer Hodne of Brooklyn Blonde, who touts 460K Instagram followers. "She used to be all fashion but then she started talking about beauty and skincare because that was something that was important to her," she says. "Then she bought a new home, so she started to do interiors and how she is redesigning her home and her space. And as she became a mom she started to layer in topics that were related to pregnancy and raising a family."

How to Transition Your Hair Color From Summer to Fall Like a Pro

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall," wrote F. Scott Fitzgerald in The Great Gatsby. The first step towards reinvention? Changing up your hair color, of course. "It's all about making [hair] richer, warmer, or cooler, as well as getting rid of unwanted tones from the sun and elements," says colorist Aura Friedman, who suggests cleansing hair with Malibu C Hard Water Wellness Shampoo to undo the damage of fade-inducing sunlight, chlorine, and seawater. Once strands are detoxed, you can recalibrate your choice shade, she says. Here, the most sought-after pros weigh in on how to do just that come autumn.

For blondes, there's no time like fall to embrace warmth. Why? Because "ashy and beige shades wash out your complexion," explains Rita Hazan, the woman behind Beyoncé's blanched lengths. Mèche Salon's Matt Rez agrees; for glowing color with a graceful grow out, he first creates dimension with butterscotch lowlights, then bolsters highlights with a golden gloss, he says.

Before lightening up, a brunette must go darker. "Usually brunettes get brassy in the summer, so go one or two shades darker with your single process to counteract any unwanted orange or red tones," says Hazan. For movement and pop, Rez likes to paint on soft ribbons of honey highlights, especially around the face.

Whether washed-out ginger or eye-popping vermillion, avoid cool undertones. "Warmer tones, like auburn, tend to be more flattering," explains Hazan, who is partial to a solid color for redheads. To maintain vividness, the stylist's three-minute in-shower Ultimate Shine Gloss will protect color while giving it an extra boost. If you do want the balayage treatment, tone highlights with a copper or strawberry hue, adds Rez.

When the temperatures begin to drop, nothing suits jet-black hair like a cool-girl violet or a red tint achieved with gloss. But if it's simply more dimension you desire, deep cinnamon baby-highlights are key: "They add sparkle when the hair moves."

Fall Makeup Trends 2017

Back to cool! As we make the transition back to a post-summer routine, work or school, our makeup looks follow suit. Trends make a progression from the summer pastels and neutrals to transitional colours and warm tones as the Autumn weather settles in. Some beautiful and exciting makeup looks will be all the rage this fall. Two keywords: metals and berries! Here are the deets about Fall 2017:

Eyeshadows In Metals & Brights:

Generously applied metal eyeshadow in bold dark colours such as deep burgundy, gold, silver, gunmetal, copper and orange are super avant garde. The Kat Von D Shade + Light Glimmer Contour Palette is a collection of 12 glimmering neutral shades that, when packed on with a setting spray dampened brush, will capture the metallic look. A high-end palette that will set you back $85 but worth every cent is the Huda Beauty Eyeshadow Palette in the “Rose Gold Edition." This collection features highly pigmented gorgeous Autumn vogue shades in mattes, chrome pressed pearls and 3D metals. These shadows are incredibly blendable and the 3D metals can be swept over other shades to "metalize" them. A great coordinating eyeliner pencil for your water line or for eye contouring that matches with the latest colours is the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in the berry/burgundy colour Alkaline... divine!

Strikingly bold bright pops of colour that range from tropical to even neon, worn in conjunction with darker shades, alone all over the lid, or to highlight the lid crease have been seen on many of the runways for the upcoming season. It may sound a little juvenile, but Pür cosmetics has created a palette full of beautiful blendable brights called My Little Pony, The Movie that perfectly nails this look!  Each shadow shade in this somewhat mystical palette is named and modelled after a Pony character. Pinkie Pie, Twilight Sparkle and Magic are examples of some of the names given to these notably high quality and blendable shadows perfectly on-trend for the season. It is okay to regress... this item is a must in your makeup collection!

Spiky & Full Lashes:

Long, "out there" faux lashes both on the top and bottom lash line are hot this season. Lashes will be either very full or spiky and "Twiggy" like. Flawless by Ardell is the company's higher end lash collection made from real Remy hair and offers a range of styles that meet the criteria for the lash looks this season. They are easy to apply, soft and comfortable. I also really like Velour Lashes if you choose to "go faux".

Berry Colored Lips:

Deep dark burgundy and berry coloured lipstick will be fashion-forward this season as well as a pink lip from light to subtle fuchsia. My berry lipstick of choice is by Tom Ford in the shade, Bruised Plum. This is a highly pigmented and luxurious satin lipstick that is the epitome of quality. A striking pink/berry liquid lipstick that will work well for this fall season is Primrose by Burberry.  Rimmel's Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss #30 is a perfect, affordable berry that is bold but not too overpowering due to its slight pink undertone. It really captures the fall lipstick look and is a semi-matte formula that glides on easily and claims to last eight hours. (Meh... long lasting but I wouldn't say that long... Lol). Rimmel says that the product is infused with so-called black diamonds, responsible for the shade's eye catching shine. Since this product only has a number and not a name, I gave it my own descriptive moniker and fondly call it Rimmel in "Manischewitz Concord."

Plum & Peach Blush:

Blushes will have an interesting range this season and are trendy in both Peach and Plum colors. My preferred blushes are both by NARS. Their famous peach colour, Orgasm fits the bill this season. If you are a little bold you may opt for the shade Super Orgasm, which is peachy and more intense as it features gold glitter. Seduction is a perfect plum/berry blendable blush that trendsetters will definitely need to sport this season.