Lipstick

Anyone who knows me, knows I very rarely go out for the evening without anything on my lips. Even if I’m going for the dramatic eye effect (which every make-up girl worth her salt knows is THE reason to not overdo the lips) I like to have a nude lip-finish to compliment the look (my personal favourite is Bobbi Brown’s Rich Lip Color SPF 12 - £18.00, ‘Bare Pink’ shade  - for a creamy and intense finish).

Lately, I’ve been holding true to the classic red lipstick (I find the cheap and cheerful Collection 2000 Lasting Colour Lipstick - £2.99, ‘Cherry Bomb’ shade usually does the trick) for a classic pout with clout. But, being a lady eager for change, I’ve recently fancied something new. Over the summer months, I was wearing coral, dark pink and orange lip colour like it was going out of style, but of late I’ve been wondering - what is THE shade for this spring period?

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The answer ladies, is matte Hot Pink. With this statement colour flooding the catwalks this season, it only seems natural to plaster it all over our lips too. It’s a colour that suits everyone; from a porcelain-toned Mademoiselle, to a bronzed or dark-skinned beauty – it looks amazing. In my opinion it’s a colour best worn with darker clothes and accessories, and preferably other pink-coloured items for maximum impact.

After reading a selection of this month’s fashion mags, I was so excited by this daring lip colour that I decided to try it. I chose NARS Pure Matte Lipstick - £18.50, ‘Carthage’ shade, which has a brilliant quality finish. It’s smooth, easy to apply and long lasting, leaving your lips moisturised for hours.

I would recommend this lipstick to any regular lippy-wearer, who enjoys possessing an eye-catching yet classic pout!