Last year seemed to be the beginning of a wonderful phenomenon: Celebrities wearing bolder lip colors than ever before. From "Pretty Little Liars" actress Troian Bellisario's matte black lip adventure to Rihanna's unforgettable island blue pout, we foresee more experimental lip looks happening in 2014.
So we recommend giving it a go with a trend that's been a hit on the red carpet: Orange lips. While red is a classic go-to and nude could be your best friend, orange is the new... well, both of those things and more.
"Masters of Sex's" Caitlin Fitzgerald's punchy coral lips at the 2013 Golden Globes and "New Girl's" Hannah Simone's brilliant tangerine lip color at the recent Tory Burch Rodeo Drive flagship store opening, prove we all can indulge in this awesome shade. And here's why:
Although some may disagree, orange is becoming one of those colors that you just casually put on for a normal day.
But on the flip side, orange lips look perfect when paired with grillz...
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... or a sassy face.
And might we add that orange goes on beautifully.
As mentioned, celebs LOVE it.
Caitlin Fitzgerald
Hannah Simone
Solange Knowles
Lupita Nyong'o
Beth Behrs
Orange lipstick definitely made its mark on the runway during New York Fashion Week Spring 2014.
DKNY
Prabal Gurung
Rag & Bone
Don't worry, there's a hue for anybody who wants to flaunt it.
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Clarins Rouge Prodige Lipstick in Spiced Orange. If you're looking for a burnt orange lipstick like the one worn by "12 Years A Slave" star Lupita Nyong'o, look no further than this tube. $26, ClarinsUSA.com
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture in Le Orange. This YSL lip color has the essentials of a luxe formula: creamy texture, amazing color payoff and sunscreen. $34, YSLBeauty.com
MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick in Sweet Grenadine. There's nothing quite like a glossy sherbet lip to get you going in the morning (but don't forget the coffee!). $17, MACCosmetics.com
Wet 'n Wild MegaLast Lip Color in Purty Persimmon. A bright and saturated color by this drugstore brand. $2, Drugstore.com
NYX Matte Lipstick in Indie Flick. Orange-reds are the best, especially when they come in a matte finish. $6, NYXCosmetics.com
Maybelline Baby Lips Electro Lip Balm in Oh! Orange! Hydrate and enhance your lips with this balmy yet brilliant shade. $4, Maybelline.com
Now go ahead and give it a try because you can own it, ladies.
Dress up your lips in these shades of spring:
Shades Of Spring
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