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Friday 25 January 2013

Lipsticks For... When You want to give Barbie a Run for Her Money

This installment of arranging my lipstick collection by colour family (check out these links if you're interested in my vampy or coral lipsticks) features perhaps my most-loved ranged of shades: hot pinks. From bright bubble gums to vivid violets and every iteration of fuchsia in between. Despite the bold and vibrant nature of the lipsticks below, I surprisingly find them among the easiest to wear. These tones really brighten up my complexion and bring with them an immediate aura of fun, flirtiness, and femininity. And alliteration, apparently ;)

I find that pairing a bright fuchsia lip with dramatic black liner is a simple and fool-proof way to instantly create a bit of drama and edginess without having to slave over a smokey eye or contend with a high-maintenance red lipstick. I turn to any of the lovely shades below when I want to let my lips to the talking (since that's what lips do best!). 

Here they are:

(L-R): MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox, Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361, MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe, MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate, YSL Rouge Volupte in Rose Culte 

Some closer-up views of the lipsticks:

(L-R): MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox, Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361, MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned 

(L-R): Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe, MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap 

(L-R): NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap (also in last photo), Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate, YSL Rouge Volpute in Rose Culte

And swatches!

(L-R): MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox, Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361, MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe, MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate, YSL Rouge Volupte in Rose Culte 

Closeups of the swatches:

(L-R): MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox, Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361, MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe

(L-R): MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate, YSL Rouge Volupte in Rose Culte 

Amazingly, I've featured 7 of the 8 lipstick shades from this post in previous blog entries, so I've linked them after the reviews!

MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox is a perky bubblegum pink with a nearly-opaque, semi-matte finish. It's just yellow-toned enough that it avoids the dreaded silvery-icy-pink look. Quite fresh and pretty! You can see a review and photos of it here.
Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361 is a semi-sheer, yet vibrant warm pink that really brightens up the face. You can see a review of it here!
MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned is among my favourite MAC lipsticks. It's a yellow-toned hot pink with excellent pigmentation. The perfect bright summer shade that's not for the feint of heart! See a review and pictures of it here.
Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe is a warm, vivid red-toned pink that offers an intesne colour payoff and long wear. I picked this up recently and am so glad I did!
MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable is a shade that I bought years ago and has been a mainstay in my collection since. It's a slightly cool-toned cherry fuchsia with great pigmentation and a slightly shiny finish. Yummy! You can see me wearing it here.
NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap is such an iconic shade. Its semi-matte finish and cool, violet-toned fuchsia hue make it truly unique! Edgy, but uber feminine. See my "ode" to it, here!
Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate is a full-fledged, deep, cool fuchsia that packs a serious punch of colour. The longest-wearing of all the hot pink lipsticks I've featured, by far. You can see me wearing it (plus read my initial impressions of the Emotional Brilliance line) here!
YSL Rouge Volupte in Rose Culte is a deep, berry-toned shade that is just bright enough that it fell in the hot pink category, rather than being nestled in with the vampy shades. It offers opaque, but shiny colour that feels great on the lips. You can see a review and photos of it here!

And here is a photo of me wearing Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe, the only shade I haven't linked above. It's the newest addition to my collection of bright pinks and I quite like it. Vibrant, indeed!

Me wearing Lush Emotional Brilliance Lipstick in Believe

And finally, a couple extra-large shots of the lipsticks and the corresponding swatches:

(L-R): MAC Amplified Lipstick in Chatterbox, Anna Sui Lip Rouge V #361, MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Believe, MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Schiap, Lush Emotional Brilliance Liquid Lipstick in Passionate, YSL Rouge Volupte in Rose Culte 


There it is! This was really a fun post to put together, since bright pinks, fuchsias, and berries have a special place in my collection. They're an instant pick-me up!

Do you have and love (or hate?) any of the shades I've featured here? Any other all-time favourite, must-have hot pink shades in your own collection?

Thanks for reading :)

35 comments:

  1. Chatterbox looks really great! I love pink lipstick!
    Katie xx
    http://gravityandshe.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Thanks, Katie! Chatterbox really is a fun and unique shade :)

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  2. Those Lush lipsticks are impressive indeed. Also, your hair looks amazing braided! :) xxx

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    1. Yes, I've totally been impressed with the lipstick shade range of the Emotional Brilliance line. So many beautiful, unique colours! And thanks for the kind words- a side braid is my go-to when I'm too lazy to dry and straighten my hair :)

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  3. when I have no idea about my make up look for some kind of event I always go for black eyeliner and a bright lip xx !

    www.lam-style.blogspot.com

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    1. Definitely a simple way to create a dramatic but wearable look! Thanks for stopping by, Maricruz :)

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  4. Chanced upon your blog and enjoy reading it!

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    1. Thanks so much, Michelle! Glad you're enjoying it :)

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  5. This post has me seriously lusting for Schiap xx

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    1. It's sooo worth it, Coco. You should definitely check it out ! :)

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  6. This is a great post - I love bright pink lips but have none of the ones you suggested and they all look lovely. They have now made their way onto my wishlist :0

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    1. Oh yay! Glad I could introduce you to some new shades :) Thanks for stopping by, Marvelle! xoxo

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  7. I love a pink lipstick Jen! I own Mac Impassioned and Lickable and also the Nars Schiap! Great post as always

    Stace xx

    expatmake-upaddict.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks so much, Stacey! Impassioned and Lickable are definitely among my favourite lipsticks in my collection- glad you're loving them too :)

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  8. Such a good post! On the hunt for a nice pink lippie, now I don't think it'll be such a chore. Gained yourself a new follower :) xx

    http://betweentodaytomorrow.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Thanks so much, Abby, for stopping by and for following! Glad I could introduce you to some new shades :)

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  9. I wish i had these colors! LOVE these!

    Kristin
    xx

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    1. They really are some of my favourite shades :) Thanks for taking the time to comment, Kristin!

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  10. I'm so envious of your collection of lip colour! You've got many!! These shades are all so lovely. I have MAC Lickable too, it's the only shade of pink I own, I wish it suited me more!

    http://www.youremyfavouriteflavour.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Thanks so much! I'm pretty happy with my collection too- one of the reasons I did this series of posts is to encourage myself to appreciate my stash and stop buying new lipsticks all the time. I have enough! Too bad Lickable didn't work great for you- hope you can find another that you love :)

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  11. Loved these posts, and this one particularly - such beautiful colours! You are so pretty, and pull off bold shades so well x

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    1. Aww, thanks so much, Mali! You are too sweet :) Hope you saw a few shades that piqued your interest- thanks as always for stopping by! xoxo

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  12. great collection,dear :)

    www.the-brunette-story.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks so much, Medeea! Love the lipstick you're wearing in your display pic :)

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  13. love this colour range!
    looks pretty on you

    x
    http://worryaboutitlaterr.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks so much, Bianca, for the kind words and for stopping by! :)

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  14. The Anna Sui one is sooo beautiful!! I really want one of their lipsticks but they're all abroad :/ Where did you get yours?

    HannahMarieBeauty.blogspot.co.uk
    xx

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    1. Thanks, Hannah- it really is a pretty shade! I bought mine here in Toronto; our Sears in the Eaton Centre carries the whole Anna Sui cosmetics line, which is great! Hope you're able to track down the brand :)

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  15. wearing bright lips is my absolute favorite beauty statement. i love your collection!

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    1. Thanks so much, Olivia! I definitely agree- one swipe of bright lipstick can dramatically change a look. It's my go-to when I want to look vibrant and awake :)

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  16. I recently tried the YSL sheer volupte and have been hooked.The best formula ever-its super hydrating and leave a great stain as it wears of

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    1. They really are fantastic- and the packaging is to-die-for too. Thanks for stopping by, Ash! :)

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  17. I love Chatterbox lipstick, lovely bright colour to brighten up your makeup in spring :)

    Emily x - prettypleaseprettyplease.blogspot.com

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    1. It really is a fantastic spring colour! Thanks for stopping by :)

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  18. Awesome swatches. Excuse me as I drool. I just came across your blog & will now be thoroughly broke after seeing this post ;)

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All of your lovely comments make my day! Thanks for taking the time to share your musings, ideas, and opinions. Feel free to leave a link to your blog- I'd be happy to check it out :)