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Which obviously means that it is officially dark feminine fall.
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Of course, dark feminine energy (DFE) is more of a mindset than an actual aesthetic.
Clearly, dark feminine energy season isnt just upon usits just getting started.
Quinta Brunson
Ella Purnell
As for whats inspiring the move in such a moody direction?
Taylor Swift
How appropriate, seeing asthe start of Libra seasonmarks the official beginning of fall.
So much so that some actual femme fatale villains have served as inspiration for dark feminine glam.
(This certainly lends credence to the countless comparisons made between Gabbriette and her DFE predecessor.)
Camila Cabello
This makeup look is about feeling powerful and redefining societal perceptions of femininity.
As for how to get the look yourself?
Dark feminine makeup focuses on creating a sultry, sexy, confident, and mysterious look, says Wulff.
Selena Gomez
Blend the eye shadow well for a grungy, lived-in look.
Reneau is a fan of Too FacedsBorn This Way Natural Nudes Mini Palette in Cold Smoulder Nudes.
Apply ample amount ofMAC Stack Mascara; really build up the lash, she says.
Jenna Ortega
Let it dry then add another stack.
As for the complexion?
My favorite isLady Bold in the shade Upgrade, she says.
Quinta Brunson
(Its also similar toTaylor Swifts recent crimson red paint on my lips moment.)
Clark agrees, recommendingMACs MCXimal Lipsticksin the shadesSinandWhirl, the latter of which was used at Wiederhoefts NYFW show.
Another optionand favorite for plenty DFE iconsis the 90s-inspired ombre lip.
Ella Purnell
Lana Del Rey
First, overline your lips with lip liner to define the edges.
(FWIW, Ortega uses his eponymous brandsSoft Contour Lip Liner in Cinnamon Girlliner for Del Rey.)
Start channeling your inner dark feminine energy and shopGlamours picks for the vibes essentials below.
Megan Thee Stallion
Heres to femme fatales!
Lisa
Christian Cowan at New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Wiederhoeft at New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Bette Davis inMadame Sin
Laverne Cox
Mindy Kaling
Gabbriette, present day
Angelina Jolie, 1998
Kim Shui, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Luar, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
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Jason Wu, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Wiederhoeft, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Wiederhoeft, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Kim Shui, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Backstage at Luar, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Backstage at Christian Cowan, New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2025
Lana Del Rey
