Ask anyone who knows me: I am the queen of soft glam. My everyday makeup routine involves a subtle smokey eye, and I've got it down to a science. But this fall season, soft glam is taking a backseat to something moodier, and I, for one, am here for it. Grunge is back, but not the over-the-top black eyeliner of the '90s. This is an elevated, cool-girl version. Think smudgy, worn-in shadow that looks like you've been out all night in the best way, combo'd with hydrated skin and glossy lips for balance.
If the latest "tired girl makeup" trend—where you intentionally highlight dark circles with red pigment—is a step too far for you in an already chaotic world, grunge eyes are the perfect compromise. They have that same lived-in, effortless vibe but still feel intentional. The result is moody, a little rebellious, and cool—like you didn't spend too long in front of a mirror, but you still look put together. Ahead, my step-by-step guide to nailing the grungy eye look, because the secret is all in the layers.
