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Now this is what we call a royal flush! Everything’s aplomb this fall season as plum tones are sure to make a big splash this season. Reaching back into the archives of Anna Sui’s spring runway show, we get a glimpse of our backstage beauty, Sessilee Lopez sporting a look that’s still remarkably sharp and relevant today. Taking a mini-break from our handy dandy power red, let’s delve into the dark side with these plum beauty buys all under $25.

1. As always, start with a skin smoothing pore refining primer, then add a little shine with MAC’s Iridiscent Powder, $22.00. This gives your face a long lasting light and airy glow.

2.  Smooth out the lips with a bit of conditioner then apply the color of the season. This shade, Covergirl Continuous Color Iced Plum 595, $5.49 brings out that fearless tough girl edge.

3. Attempt Sessilee definitive rose hue by highlighting your cheeks with IMAN’s Luxury Blushing Powder in Sable, 10.99

4. Pack on the liner. This black eye liner pencil from ULTA, 7.00 does the trick.

5. A girl is nothing without her mascara. Get over the top lashes top with Victoria’s Secret Beauty Rush in Blacktastic, 7.00.