Tuesday, October 12, 2010

How To Wear Bright Colored Lips

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I adore a glamorous bright bold lip. It adds a statement to any outfit. A lot of women out there are afraid to wear bright lipstick, but I think it is just a matter of getting used to it.

First, go the department store and try as many colors are you can. You need to see how colors look with your skin tone and how true they stay on your lips. Then when you find one you love, buy ten! 


Unless you want to look overdone keep the rest of your make up light. Try light natural colors on your eyes to keep them bright. You may also want to apply a little powder to lips depending on how dark you go. If you want a dramatic red lip use a tissue to blot and be careful to keep it within the shape of your mouth. You may need to apply two coats to make it last. 

Here are a few of my favorites worn on this blog:
1. Nars in Schiap $24
2. Make Up For Ever in Satin Bright Orange $19
3. M.A.C. Tinted Lipglass in Pink Poodle $14.50
5. Sephora Lip Attitude Capricious Red $12

For more make up tips head to my DIY section here

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64 comments:

Alexandra said...

Great post, and I'm loving each colour featured here! You do them in such a nice, fresh way.

Alexandra xo

http://tovogueorbust.blogspot.com/

Kelly said...

Love the bright lip on you! The colors add that something extra to your look.

Priscilla Francine Makeup said...

You always looks great in corals and hot pinks ;)

Unknown said...

love the last photo...you look so happy!
i love bold lips...but still don't have the boldness to try it on me :D

xoxo
K.
http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/

Evie said...

Thanks for all the tips, you wear a bright lip so perfectly. Recently I've been thinking about trying it myself but have been a bit scared. Think I will try some out and see!
evie x
http://onemore.eviekemp.com

o said...

Thanks for these tips! I admit, I'm a bit afraid of wearing bold colored lips, but perhaps it's time to try a bright colored lipstick! Love how it looks on you, especially the first pic!

TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries said...

It fits you perfectly, but I'm not sure I could pull it off! :)

P.S: I have a blogger Tshirt giveaway running! Come and join in on the fun! :)
xxx

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Annelie said...

great post, good advice :-)I'm wearing hotpink lips today :-)

Alison Kinsey said...

I have always shyed away from wearing lipstick. I have no idea why. But your photos demonstrate how much they can make an outfit pop!

Closet Fashionista said...

You look so gorgeous with bright lips!!! :D If I wore lipstick I would make myself try it but I'm still not even used to that...haha
http://aclosetfashionista.blogspot.com/

Jamie said...

I love wearing a bold lip, although I rarely do...fall is the perfect excuse!!

http://www.glamlatte.com

lover. said...

it's great seeing you in a laidback more casual look in the grey vest. x

jenn from midlife modern said...

You have beautiful coloring, and the lipsticks you've chosen stand out without looking too glaring against your light features. You have incredible skin, girl!

Unknown said...

you look awesome in a bold lip...i'm easing into it :)

xx aj http://seejaneworkplaylive.blogspot.com/

brittin said...

I love the mostly black photo with red lips!! It's gorgeous.

brit
www.wewhoshop.wordpress.com

FASHION SNAG said...

You look great with the bold lip colors!

www.FashionSnag.com

Anonymous said...

I absolutely lurve the bold lip! I find that covergirl makes a great series of colors that last all day (we're talking through work outs and everything!)

Becca

Christina said...

I have been wanting to try orange. Thanks for the recommendations!

amclark312 said...

Sooooo pretty! I love bold lips. Not many people do it and whenever I do I get so many compliments.

Your ring in the first photo is awesome by the way :)

www.ChampagneInSlippers.blogspot.com

Marcie said...

Oh, Taylor. I can't tell you how much I'd love to pull off a bright colored lip. I am just to scared to even try. You look great with them, and I know these lips add such a statement to any outfit. Hmm, maybe I will try it next time I am at the store.

xo M

Tima said...

There's nothing like a bright lip! It can seriously change your entire look!! TAKE RISK LADIES!!

Bows and Lavender Lips

Caroline said...

Your directions are perfect!! And yes ... far too many times I've seen ladies with dark eyes and really red lips and it looks overdone. Where as going with one keeps it classy! Hope all is lovely! xo

Tiffany Kadani said...

You totally rock this look and you're making me think I can do the same. Hmmm... perhaps I need to stop by Nordstroms today!

W said...

awesome post, really gorgeous photos! you wear bright lips well with your style xx

Katarzyna Smok Sm. said...

your skin is perfect, what do you do wit it?! You look gorgeous in the previous post!!!! I'm 'wow'

Alicia Lund said...

Oh thank you for this post!! I'm still getting used to wearing bold lipsticks and eye shadows. I'm usually just a mascara and powder kinda girl... trying to step up my game! ;)

Bre said...

I'm with you 100%. Women just need to experiment with brighter lip colors, find one that suits them, and rock it and they will feel comfortable with time. Thanks for being "brave" and wearing bright lip colors!

http://www.brebeauty.com

fille aux cheveux de lin said...

aww, great post! i also love that kind of lipstick. gonna follow you from now on:)

X said...

Great photos!

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Anonymous said...

I just got my first red lipstick and I actually love it!

Amber said...

Can you hold a makeup and hair class for bloggers? seriously! I am so jealous of your skills girly!

Taylor Sterling said...

Oh thanks Amber. I will try to include more of it on my blog. :)

Lucy Laucht said...

I love that lipstick color- Nars does the best makeup!
lx

Liesl said...

So, so pretty, and you wear a bright colored lip very well!

I have been thinking I am going to do a bright red lip for our annual holiday party this year...I never wear lipstick, just a peachy pink lipgloss, but I think a statement lip and very natural face might be what I do...thanks for the tips!

Liesl :)

P.S. Cute green dress!

Ewela said...

You look stunning with bride lips!

Rachael said...

Great post! I used to be so reluctant to wear bright lipstick but I've been trying it, going darker gradually and I love it! It's becoming my favorite element of makeup.

www.rachaeldiab.blogspot.com

Joie de Viv said...

You always have the BEST light in your house Taylor! Love all your bright colored lips!

xx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

Bright lips look great on you!

Anna said...

I adore the raspberry pink shade on you, it perfectly compliments your colouring. I definitely think I need to start being more experimental with my make-up!
xxx

http://www.theothersideofthepondmydear.blogspot.com

Sherin said...

Great advice! I'm usually scared to try bright colours on my lips...totally inspired now.

Love all your looks here. You look great in all those lipsticks.

Style Realist said...

you clearly know what you're talking about, your lip color is fab!

www.thestylerealist.blogspot.com

JULS said...

oh! this color is so sweet, it looks so good on you. i have a similar lipstik bur I cant see me with my lips colored...I don't know...I look weird.
xxxx

Anonymous said...

You look lovely with pink lipstick!!

xxx
Vikki

http://stylometre.blogspot.com

Francesca Robertson said...

love ur blog just found u!

xoxo,
F

http://lekisskiss.blogspot.com <-- Texas gal bloggin fashion from NYC!

Tanya Dempsey said...

You look gorgeous in red lips! One of my staples too. Reminiscent of fabulous dames in the past! My red is Nars heatwave... can't get enough!


xx

November Grey

Ashley [Free Honey] said...

I love the coral color but whenever I put on lipstick I feel like an imposter. Maybe I just haven't found my shade yet...

justagirlLaura said...

I always want to do a loud, bright lipstick but chicken out. You now have inspired me try, try again. Looks beautiful!

Jennifer S. said...

loveeeeeee bright lip color. I just got one from mac that I heart....

jen
http://blankwhiteframes.blogspot.com

Paige said...

I've been working up the courage to wear bright lips more frequently but finally got the courage today! And of course shouldn't have worried, so many compliments.
Still need to perfect the look like yours though!

http://www.shoessunglassesandgiraffes7.blogspot.com/

Ms. Pink said...

love this post, has me wondering if I could pull off the bright lip...

mp
http://www.thepinkandblueblog.com/

Liana said...

great post! i looove bright bold lipcolors, it really wakens up your face and makes you appear fresh and alive. i love all your outfits in this post, that black outfit with the shiny skirt is amazing! :)

WHO'S THAT BOY? said...

Nice pics..
xxxx

WWW.WHOSTHATBOY.NET

Unknown said...

love it!! you look simply fab on the pics!

Vicky
(new post: BV shootings & follow me)

Susan said...

you always look so pretty :)
xoxo

Emilie said...

Bright lipstick suits you well!!!

Juliette said...

This look is amazing ! I'm in love with your blog ! XOXO - http://queenjuls.blogspot.com

Adrianna from A Cozy Kitchen said...

I've finally come to the conclusion that I can't pull off bright lipsticks. I always end up looking like a child that got into her mom's make-up bag. So instead I just wear a lot of eye make-up. ;) You pull it off though!

Adrianna from A Cozy Kitchen said...

I've finally come to the conclusion that I can't pull off bright lipsticks. I always end up looking like a child that got into her mom's make-up bag. So instead I just wear a lot of eye make-up. ;) You pull it off though!

my healthy twist said...

I love this post! Great examples of how to wear bright lipsticks! XOXO, Natalya

Paris in Pink said...

Just found this wonderful blog of yours... love it! You are so stylish :) Paris in Pink

Sarah Klassen said...

So inspiring! You do it so well! I wish I could wear bright lipstick, but I fear it would be all wrong with my red hair -- so I stick to rich tones of brownish-rose and nude :)

ashley cooper said...

OK, love the polka dot dress, where did you get it?? Love the belt and flower, great add on!

Alisa said...

i do want to wear lipstick... but i don't.
it's not that i'm afraid... i just find it terribly uncomfortable. and i still haven't found a shade that will go well with my pale complexion and depressed look :) eh... but lovely photos! x

http://outervalues.blogspot.com

BLO. said...

I REALLY LOVE YOUR STYLE :)

http://skypardo.blogspot.com/

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