#FOTD: black lipstick look (spooky season makeup)

October is such a fun month. There are still several weeks until Halloween arrives, but my home is in full blown spooky mode. Decorations are everywhere, pumpkin scented candles are lit regularly, my Halloween themed t-shirts are in rotation, horror movies are playing on my television, and my makeup is a little more dramatic than usual. Check out this recent #FOTD. 

When it came time to create a dramatic and spooky season inspired makeup look, there were some products that instantly came to mind. The first was the Cool, Whatever Pro Palette from Kara Beauty. This is a beloved eyeshadow palette and one that I use all the time. (I am literally searching for a backup eyeshadow palette so I can create cool toned eyeshadow looks for years to come.) There are so many fabulous cool toned colours to choose from. In addition to the Cool, Whatever Pro Palette was the Blush Crush 9 Color Blush Palette from Rude Cosmetics. Though most of the blush shades in this palette are quite bold, there is a taupe kind of colour, Divine, that seemed right for this particular makeup look. And then of course, a black lipstick was needed for this black lipstick look. It was the NYX Suede Matte Lipstick in the shade Alien that was selected. 

To create this black lipstick look, it all started with some cool toned greys and silvers on the eyelids. The medium grey matte shadow, Avoiding Now, was applied all over the lid and then the darker grey matte shadow, Hair Flip, was added to the outer third. The silver glittery eyeshadow, Vibin' was added as well to contrast with the matte black lipstick. On the lower lash line was the matte black, Totally Never! and more of the silver glitter on the inner corner. Some eyeliner and mascara finished off the eyes. The blush shade, Divine, was applied to the cheeks, and then the NYX lipstick in Alien was worn on the lips. I love the contrast between the matte and the shimmers - and all of the cool toned products. October makeup is so much fun.

How have you been celebrating spooky season so far? What do you think of this #FOTD?