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Plum dark lipstick, terrified much? Lying between
the legendary Grace Jones, Jessie J and Halloween, it’s an acquired taste. But
after seeing boldly almost blackened lips at Giles and Emanuel Ungaro, dark
lipstick revealed its sophisticated prowess. ‘Bold, plum, black statements can
be very chic.’ If you feel a tad nervous about trying out this colour on your
lips, I suggest ‘eggplant or oxblood’ as an alternative if it’s a little too
much. Lips make no exception when it comes to accentuating one of your best
beauty features. Similarly to eye shadows, you’re offered the chance to test
the different tones until you find the one that matches, both your preferences
and your gorgeous skin tone.
The trend can be very difficult to sport if you
don’t pick the right hue, you could end up looking like a wicked witch instead
of an irresistible vamp! The tint both in profound and lighter shades radiates
femininity and glam. However, the top-notch advice it is recommended to go for
the bluish- undertones, since this will guarantee your teeth to look gleaming
and pure white to perfection.
Don’t you just hate it when
people say this annoying bullsh** line, “Those who have a more fair complexion
should consider choosing a less, matte or pastel shades that would only ruin
their porcelain skin, instead go for a berry or profound magenta.” Um excuse
me, but when did you become the beauty police? Last I checked, I love matte
lipsticks and you sure as hell are not about to tell me it will ruin my skin
tone. Is this person serious? If you are like me and do the complete opposite
of what the beauty police says, then guess what? You will be far better off and
you might just discover some cool colours for your luscious lips in the
process.
To shift the attention to the lips, make sure
the eyes are played down and not so busy. Try the no-makeup look or a simple
eyeliner and mascara. Light rosy cheeks go miraculously well with the plum
lips. If you wish for a retro vampy glam look, I suggest you try a dark brown
or grey eye shadow for the eyes, to complement the bold lip colour.
Beauty Now: here
are the Do’s and Don’t
for how to rock the vampy lip trend for Fall.
DO: This
is a golden rule in order to sport the trend with sophisticated artistry.
Meaning, that if you play up the eyes with dark grey, almost black, espresso
dark brown, eye shadow on the lids, make sure you keep the rest of the look
polished and simple. The sheer makeup base on the face and the dark lips will
create the perfect accessory for the slightly or more brightly coloured
lids.
DON’T: Have someone pick a
dark lipstick out for you! The thought of this can be more terrifying then
finding out there is no more chocolate digestives left! Oh I am sorry, is that
just me? The reason why this is a bad idea because that person as thoughtful as
can be, don’t have a clue which colour best suits your natural lip colour.
Bottom line; don’t let anyone pick a dark lipstick out for you.
DO: use a lip brush. A neat
line is definitely required when you’re wearing a dark lip. Choose a
fine-tipped lip brush like MAC Contour Brush to ensure ultra precision. If you
wish to be just as good as a professional makeup artist, a lip brush is your
holy grail in the beauty world.
DON’T: pile on the eye
make-up, heavy foundation, and way too much blush. A plum or almost black lip
is a strong statement in itself. Apply a little mascara and let your vampy pout
do the talking. Load up your lips with this season’s hottest hue-Vamp
Current.
Will you be rocking this dark lip trend for Fall?
THE KIT:
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipcolour in Black Cherry.
ChanelGlossimer in Crushed Cherry. MAC Instigator Lipstick.
Written By Heather
Lisa Noire
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| Emanuel Ungaro: Pieroni mixed black and burgundy for a super-intense pout. |
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| THE SHOWS: Giles: Make-up maestro Lucia Pieroni softened a dark lip by using warm shading under the cheekbones and into the temples. |
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| Try the no-makeup look or a simple eyeliner and mascara. Light rosy cheeks go miraculously well with the plum lips. |
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| Load up your lips with this season’s hottest hue-Vamp Current. |
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| Try a dramatic eye for a real show-stopping look. |
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| Gloss over your lips for a juicy appearance! don't forget to mix eyeshadow colours for an intense night out! |
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| DARK ARTS |
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| I suggest ‘eggplant or oxblood’ as an alternative if it’s a little too much. Lips make no exception when it comes to accentuating one of your best beauty features. |
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| Gorgeous Vamp |
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| DARK ARTS |