Amid the current isolation, endless indoors days, and all sorts of uncertainties, the Fall 2021 runways presented escapism of all kinds. Particularly on the beauty front, the runways brought fantasies to reality and ambitious notions look possible for everyday life. In New York, Marc Jacobs celebrated the evergreen and classic red lips and black eyeliner combination, while Valentino showed sharp contour lines, to larger than life eyeliner wings. Another theme that got beauty folks’ attention was the resurgence of dark romance and gothic beauty. From Rodarte to Gucci, Valentino to Alexander Mcqueen, luxury brands flaunted Bordeaux lips, floral headpieces as well as punk-leaning dark nails and streaked updos. Prada and Sacai skewed towards raw skin looks with a stark contrast to an array of eyes.