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Wednesday 19 September 2012

Top 5 | Lipsticks - Corals & Oranges

Swatches L-R / 1. Topshop 'Charmed' / 2. Rimmel 'Coral In Gold' / 3. Topshop 'Infrared' / 4. Mac 'Costa Chic' / 5. 17 'Hot Flash' /

Coral is one of my favourite colours to wear on the lips, especially in the warmer months. I know that Summer is fast coming to an end, but I thought I'd do a little run through of my Top 5 Corals & Oranges of the season - along with a couple of my all time favourite coral tones that I wear all year round.

Topshop 'Charmed' - This reminds me so much of Mac's 'Ravishing'. This is very much your typical 'peaches and cream' shade and looks amazing when paired with a peach blush swirled onto the cheeks. This colour was from a collection at Topshop which I believe isn't available anymore, but they have very similar tones in their permanent range (see 'Ooh La La').

Rimmel 'Coral In Gold' - If a more frosted finish is your thing then this colour is a great one to opt for - I find it more suitable for day wear due to the subtle shimmer in it - which takes away the shocking 'block colour' effect. I did a 'Face of the Day' with this lipstick (a rather long time ago now) - if you fancy having look then click here.

Topshop 'Infrared' - Orange has definitely overtaken the classic red lip this summer. If you haven't heard of this lipstick by now then you must have been hibernating in a cave somewhere... This is the most flattering, vibrant orange shade and it's also suprisingly wearable. I usually struggle to get orange to work for me as I lean towards cooler shades, but this one seems fairly neutral and looks flattering on the lips with or without a tan. Topshop lipsticks are of fabulous quality and the range is constantly changing with new shades and seasonal specials - If you've yet to try one then I urge you to give them a go.

Mac 'Costa Chic' - This is my all time favourite coral - hands down. If, like me, you struggle to get along with oranges, then I find this is a far more wearable shade of coral due to the pink undertones. It's still a bright colour to opt for but I find it a very versatile colour for both day and night. I'll be wearing this shade well into Autumn - and it's also the one I reach for a lot on nights out. Super-duperly pigmented, lasts all day, and has a certain brightness to it that just lights up your complexion.

17 Supreme Shine in 'Hot Flash' - This little impluse buy has turned out to be one of my go to lipsticks this summer. This coral leans more towards a red/pink shade, so again, it's easier to wear if you struggle with statement orange tones. I find the texture of these lipsticks to be really light and moisturising - perfect if you prefer a less 'heavy' finish. It's a lovely bright shade that I wear both day and night, and it instantly brightens up your face.


Ok. So maybe this is cheating slightly - but there are 2 other products in the 'Coral & Orange' category I thought were worth a little mention...

Lord & Berry Lipstick Crayon in 'Mandarin' - I bought this off ASOS a while back now and I have my eye on a few other products from the range. This lipstick in crayon form is perfect for those of you who maybe aren't big fans of a traditional lippie - it offers more control when it comes to placing the colour - and is much more practical for on the go. The peachy shade is perfect for every day wear, and the finish is so moisturising and creamy (unusual for crayons - they're often known to be a bit drying) It glides on smoothly and effortlessly. Oh - and it smells of vanilla! Yummy..

MUA Intense Colour Lip Pencil - I have an array of these lip pencils. They're a bargain at just £1 and even come with a little sharpener in the lid.

What are your favourite Coral/Orange lip products?
 

19 comments:

  1. ooooohhh i love Hot Flash :) x

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  2. MAC Costa Chic looks gorgeous! xo

    emilyannbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  3. Ooo Costa Chic has been on my wishlist for a long time and I want even more now, every time I see swatches of it I'm reminded of how beautiful it is. Same goes for Topshop Infrared. Jealous of your tan too little missy! xxx

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  4. Charmed looks really nice, i haven't seen that collection before.

    http://thefashiondistrictnlc.blogspot.co.uk/

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  5. Hot Flash is perfect !
    x

    http://makeupbynora.blogspot.com/

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  6. You've really inspired me to wear my coral lipsticks! Ive owned coral polyp from MAC for yonks, next summer it'll definitely be getting used up! Xx

    http://thebeautyfiend13.blogspot.co.uk

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  7. I've recently gotten into more orangey lipsticks I think it makes my teeth look whiter!

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  8. Infrared is one of my favourite lipsticks right now! really like the look of costa chic too. I just got MAC lady danger which is a redy/orange and its gorgeous xxx

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  9. Costa Chic looks absolutely stunning :) Great picks xx

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  10. finding the right corals and oranges is hard, but I love all of these, so pretty xx

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  11. This post is amazing! I am actually loving every single shade haha!!

    Lots of Love India

    www.thejewelbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. I love coral and orange lipstick! But I don't own any of these! This made me think about getting infrared, and costa chic is really pretty too. My favorites are probaly morange and vegas volt by Mac! :)

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  13. I really love your lipstick posts Beth! Costa Chic is such a gorgeous colour, I really need to pick it up soon xxx

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  14. I really like Costa Chic (MAC lippies are the best) but unfortunately I can't pull off orange/coral tones, I'm too darn pale!

    Tara
    The Style Rawr!
    xoxo

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  15. Costa chics one of my favourites too, it's stunning :P

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  16. I love Topshop Infared! Still wearing it in Autumn!

    I've just started blogging and your blog is great inspiration! It's great!

    Chloe xx
    http://twinklespoon.blogspot.co.uk/

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