Brown Lipstick Is Back Here’s How Fashion Girls Are Wearing It This Fall

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The comeback we didn’t see coming? Brown lipstick. And no, not the frosty, chalky 90s version your mom wore to every family party — this new brown lip moment feels modern, rich, and effortless.

In a beauty world obsessed with pinky-nudes and cherry gloss, brown lipstick is the bold middle ground we didn’t know we needed. It’s confident, warm, and a little nostalgic — but with the right tweaks, it looks very 2025.

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1. The Soft Glam Brown

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If you’re new to brown lipstick, start light. Look for balmy, sheer formulas that add warmth without committing to full pigment. A shiny brown gloss or tinted balm gives you the trend without the drama.

Amazon

Creamy Lip Liner - Espresso

$5.97

NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP

Butter Gloss Ginger Snap

$5.98

2. The Classic Liner Combo

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Nothing says “90s inspired, not 90s trapped” like a good brown lip liner. The trick is blending. Choose a liner one shade darker than your natural lip, then fill in the edges and top it with a lighter brown or nude gloss.

It adds definition and fullness — no overlining needed.

MAC

Lip Liner Pencil

Chestnut

$25.00

Amazon

Nourishing Lip Gloss with Brown Lip Liner

$7.99

MAC

2-Pc. MACximal Lip Set

$40.00

3. The Statement Espresso Lip

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For nights out, go rich. A deep espresso or mocha tone looks powerful with clean skin and simple eyes. The key is balance — bold lips mean everything else should whisper.

If you want to make it modern, swap the matte for a satin or vinyl finish. The shine makes it feel luxurious, not dated.

The Lip Bar

Lip Liner, Straight Living (Deep Brown)

$10.99

Yves Saint Laurent

Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick

$43.00

Yves Saint Laurent

Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Gloss

$40.00

4. The Monochrome Moment

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One of the easiest ways to make brown lipstick feel intentional is to repeat the tone elsewhere — a bronzy lid, a warm blush, or a touch of gold highlight.

It creates a cohesive, polished look that feels expensive.

Milani Color Fetish Matte Lipstick (Sensual)

$9.97

e.l.f. Sheer For It Blush Tint

$6.00

5. The Everyday Brown Lip Formula

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When in doubt, go mid-tone. A neutral, rose-brown lip is the ultimate “wear anywhere” shade. It flatters every skin tone and looks like you made an effort — even when you didn’t.

The Lip Bar Vegan Lip Kit, with Straight Livin' Lip Liner, Naturalista Liquid Matte Lipstick,

$32.27

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna 
Gloss Bomb Stix High-Shine Gloss Stick

$26.00