If you’re sad, add more lipstick and attack. -Chanel
On a bad day there’s always lipstick.-Audrey Hepburn
She has a way with words, red lipstick, and making an entrance -Kate Spade
These three classy fashionistas knew the truth about the power and mystique of lipstick. I believe a beautiful lipstick empowers, emboldens, and embraces its wearer. The perfect color lipstick exudes strength, confidence, and beauty and a gorgeous hued lip can turn anyone’s day around. And just as we are not confined to one mood, one style, or one look, neither should our lipsticks choices be limited to just one color. Here are 4 must-have lipsticks you need in your makeup bag right now.
1) A Luscious Gloss
A soft dewy lip is ethereal and beautiful in its simplicity. Sophisticated and understated, a shiny gloss is a great daytime look by itself or it can add depth and intensity when added to your favorite color. My hands down pick is Grande Lips in clear gloss. This lipstick moisturizes, softens, and adds volume to your lips. I love its luminescent shine.
2) An Elegant Neutral
A neutral lipstick is a makeup must. It is perfect for an everyday daytime look; effortlessly stunning without too much color. I personally love the combination of an elegant neutral lip paired with dark, heavy, smoky eye makeup (think Victoria Beckham). The lipstick’s demure bit of color and shine delicately accents the lip area while the heavy eyes and eyebrows take center stage. My favorite neutral liner is MAC Lip Pencil in Whirl paired with MAC Lustre Lipstick in Hug Me.
3) A Brilliant Pop of Color
Everyone needs a sassy and spunky look! On those days when you are owning your feisty inner punk rocker, a bold lip is a must! A fun lipstick makes a fabulous statement and it is impossible to not smile when your lips are so vibrant. Plus, a brilliant pop of color on your lip immediately freshens and brightens your face. It is an instant pick me up that is great for a dinner, date, or get together especially after a long day.My go to color pop is the fuchsia toned MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Ms. Diva paired with MAC Matte Lipstick in D is for Danger.
4) A Daring Red
There is a shade of red for every woman.- Audrey Hepburn
A beautiful red lipstick exudes confidence, elegance, luxury, and class. There is no need to be intimidated to wear this color. A great red makes eyes brighter and teeth whiter. There are so many shades and tones of red on the market, there is a perfectly stunning match for EVERYONE. I love the look of a great red lipstick paired with simple eye makeup and bold lashes. This simple makeup combination makes the eyes and mouth POP without being overbearing or having too much product on the face. My go-to red lip look is MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Kiss Me Quick and MAC Matte Lipstick in Russian Red (supposedly Madonna wore this color during her Blonde Ambition tour).
Add these 4 lipsticks to your makeup repertoire and you will have a color for every mood, occasion, and outfit that comes your way. Follow in the wise words of Coco, Audrey, and Kate and go conquer the world with your beautiful lips.