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    Leighton Meester and Taylor Momsen: So On Trend

    It's obvious that Leighton Meester and Taylor Momsen have been reading their September issues of Allure.

    At a recent Henri Bendel and YSL Beaute's party, Leighton and Taylor were flaunting two of fall's biggest makeup trends--carnation-colored lips and shimmery charcoal shadow.

    Leighton was rocking: carnation lips.

    Why it worked: The bold pink shade played off of her pale eye shadow and dark pink dress perfectly. A rich look named after a cheap flower. Clever girl.

    Carnation colors Allure editors are loving: Lancome Juicy Tubes Smoothie Ultra Shiny Lip Gloss in Autumn Jasmine and Bobbi Brown Metallic Lip Color in Ruffle.

    Taylor Momsen was sporting: shimmery charcoal shadow.

    Why it worked: The shade that rimmed Taylor's eyes looked tough, but its finely milled shimmering particles kept her from looking hard. (Her leather jacket took care of that bit.)

    Charcoals we're loving: Elizabeth Arden Color Intrigue Eye Shadow Duo in Illusion, Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadowliner in Skinny Jeans, and Make Up For Ever Professional Star Powder in 950.

    Need more inspiration? Check out the September issue of Allure for fall's eight biggest makeup color trends.

    photo via www.leightonmeester.us

    Summer's almost over and the fashion and beauty world is starting to embrace the upcoming fall season. Before you go out and spend a fortune, check out Allure's How to Shop for Fall Clothes Guide so that you keep on trend and stay within your budget.

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