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Some trends are easy to pull off (messy up-dos, spray-on tans, the grunge thing); others require dedication, commitment and the understanding that being chic is going to require looking, well, a little different.

One of the hottest trends this fall is Dark Lips (would I lie?), and let's be clear: Not everyone can pull it off. When done correctly, you should evoke drama. Looking like the Evil Queen from Snow White? Pretty good. Resembling Marilyn Manson? Mais non.

The strongest dark-lipped statement was seen on the YSL runway (with matching inky-black mops!), but if that look is way too Halloween-y for every day, you've still got a few options.

Click here to see how to go glam but stop short of goth.




Kat Von D Lightning Lip Gloss in Gunshine
This silver-gray metallic gloss is for those who may be slightly overwhelmed by the trend. It's sheer, but unmistakably black, so you can layer it on until you're comfy with the look. And, obviously, it's created by a tattoo artist, which has to count for at least a few street-cred points. ($18, Sephora)

Smashbox Wicked Lovely Gloss
You say "goth," Smashbox says "vampy" with a deep chocolate-plum gloss that's dark and yet see-through at once. Baby steps, fashionistas! Think of this gloss as the Gerber Graduates of the haute couture set: A matching lip pencil in the same hue is also available when you're ready to go deep. ($18, Smashbox)

YSL Gloss Pur Black
For the .002% of you who aren't freaked out by YSL's runway look, the gloss is available for non-black-bobbed heads for $28. As the price suggests, though, this is couture -- sit around too long wondering,"Yeah, but won't this color look sorta creepy at the office?" too long, and you'll miss the trend. ($28, YSL)

Tell us: What do you think about dark lips for fall -- gorgeous or just goth? Are there any other trends you're not quite sure how to wear?