With the Fall weather, dark and rich lip colors are everywhere. But for the everyday girl, it might be a little intimidating to know how to pull it off. Follow Beauty Tip of the Day to find out a more transitional way to sport those pretty shades on your lips.

Instead of jumping head-first into the trend, you can try building up to it by wearing it as a lip stain instead.

To get that subtle look, apply three coats of that dark lipstick that you picked up on a whim (the one featured above is Chanel’s Rouge Allure lipstick in Romantic), then blot it with a tissue to lighten the texture. It gives you a good chance to try out the trend, without feeling too self-conscious that you lips may be too loud.

Though after a few times out, if you’re feeling bold enough, you can sport it in its true opacity without having to purchase anything new. Just apply and rock it with attitude.