Bold Makeup Colors for Lips and Eyes

You know the old rule that dictates you can play up your eyes or your lips with strong colors, but never both at once? Forget it! Dior Beauty makeup artist Kevianno E. Guerrero says, "This fall, we're going to see bold colors on both lips and eyes!" Check out which hues Guerrero, who is Nicaraguan, recommends for your particular skin tone.

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By Sandra V. Mariscal

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Fair

A caramel-colored eyeliner has a hint of red that looks rich on lighter skin. For lips, use a shiny pink lipstick; it will be visible, but not harsh.

Sonia Kashuk Eye Definer in Plummy Bronze, $6, target.com. Dior Serum de Rouge Lipstick in Soft Pink #640, $32, Dior beauty counters nationwide.

Olive

Deep-chocolate brown liner and primary-red lipstick both warm your yellow undertones. And they stand out beautifully!

CoverGirl Exact Eyelights Eye Brightening Eyeliner in Vivid Ruby, $7. Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lipcolor in Red Revival, $7.

Caramel

Pick a plum pencil for eyes; make sure it's not too red so it won't exaggerate your skin’s subtle scarlet tint. A bronzy purple lipstick is also flattering, and its luster keeps your complexion from looking dull.

Tarte EmphasEyes High Definition Eye Pencil in Plum, $18, tarte.com. Estée Lauder Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Cinnamon, $20, esteelauder.com.

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Medium-Dark

Layer black liquid liner over black pencil for a super-dramatic effect. Then make sure to select a deep berry shade of lipstick with blue undertones.

Bobbi Brown Creamy Eye Pencil in Jet, $20, bobbibrowncosmetics.com. Clinique Vitamin C Lip Smoothie Antioxidant Lip Colour in Absolute Acaí, $18, clinique.com.

Dark

To highlight your skin, try using a gold-toned eyeliner; the glistening metallic will really pop! Along the same lines, opt for a peach or copper balm, which will further illuminate your face.

Mary Kay Eyeliner Pencil in Tahitian Gold, $10, and Tinted Lip Balm Sunscreen SPF 15 in Apricot, $13, marykay.com for locations.

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