Plum: so lovely, so dramatic, but so intimidating. In fact, my lipstick-loving self didn't exactly warm to plum until I saw other ladies wearing wine-hued shades and looking quite sophisticated. Unlike my slightly out-of-control pink and red collections, I only have two purply shades I swear by:
- Tom Ford Private Blend Lip Colour in 'Bruised Plum' ($52 at Holt Renfrew...when they're not sold out, that is). You have to really love lipstick to pay that much for one, and I do love this colour every time I wear it. The colour is a warm deep burgundy with a slight satin finish. It looks quite dark in the tube, but don't let that intimidate you: 'Bruised Plum' is surprisingly flattering once it's on. Even out your complexion with some concealer and foundation, apply some blush and mascara, swipe on a bit of this lipstick and you're good to go.
- NARS lipstick in 'Viridiana' ($30 at Sephora). I bought this lipstick because I wanted a less extreme plum/berry shade that I could wear during the day. 'Viridiana' is just that and is quite pretty on, but for some reason I rarely ever reach for it. Maybe it's because 'Viridiana' has to compete with an intimidating collection of reds or the sexy allure of Tom Ford.
Are you a fan of plum lipstick? If you haven't tried it yet, is it a look you're willing to try?
Plum is definitely hard to pull off. But you are right, it's lovely as well. I think it's a little sweet and a little vampy.
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This is just what I need. I'm ready to take the plum plunge!
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Lisa
i love plum, but especially that tom ford packaging... {im a sucker for great packaging!}
ReplyDeleteIt definitely is a color I want to try. But since I still have to get used to wearing lipstick (I have a few but always forget about them), I prefer to go with a pretty red color first.
ReplyDeleteI love my Sisley #L24, which is about a shade lighter (and more cherry-like) than Tom Ford's Bruised Plum.
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I honestly feel like I'd still be too intimidated to try plum lipstick even after seeing it look beautiful on so many people, but if I were to try one, these two would be the top contenders. I haven't tried any Tom Ford products yet but I've heard nothing but good things, I feel like I should take the plunge soon!
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I really like plum but it just doesn't work for me. I have tried on several brands and shades of plum but red or bright pink just works better for me.
ReplyDeleteI wanted to wear my Chanel Coco Rouge Shine in Rebelle today and I can't find it. I'm quite upset. I will have to check all my bags tonight and if I can't find it, I am off to buy another one!