Look around, and you can see that jewel-toned everything are a rage this season. From the shimmery gem-hued gowns on the red carpet to the bold eye-makeup inspired by your favourite jewels, this statement trend is certainly the easiest way to add pizzazz to any look or occasion; and just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, enter bold jewel-toned lips that have taken the beauty world by storm.
Certainly, not for the faint hearted, this stunning lip trend stands out with it’s maximalist feel. The simplest way to ease into the trend? Swipe on a sultry garnet or ruby inspired hue (AKA metallic red) on your lips and pair this with a winged liner. If you are feeling a bit bold, opt for stunning emerald hues. Better yet, pucker up with a bold blue lippy—one that will certainly make heads turn; pair this with bronzed skin and you are good to go!
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Stunning Sapphire
Think of a blue lip as a precious piece of Sapphire jewellery that should be thoughtfully set against a modest makeup and sultry bronzed skin. Try the Kiko Milano Instant Colour Matte Liquid Lip Colour in 13 Dark Blue that gives a perfect velvety pout with an intense matte finish. Fancy a little shimmer? Opt for the Ciaté London Glitter Flip - Iconic for a dazzling metallic finish. PS: Blue lipstick makes your teeth appear whiter and instantly perks up your complexion. Selfie away.
Sparkling Ruby
The passionate red lip is ever so flattering; it suits a wide variety of skin tones and will complement your fall wardrobe to a T. To nail the trend, switch your regular red lippy with the Nykaa Matte To Last ! Liquid Lipstick - Maharani 02, that’s light as air, glides on like a dream and stays put through countless rounds of martinis. If you have a thing for glossy lips, try the Lakme Absolute Plump And Shine Lip Gloss - Plum Shine, that adds a moisturizing three-dimensional glossy shimmer to your lips. No touch-ups needed.
Regal Emerald
One of the fail-safe ways to wear a green pout is to go for a jewel-toned hue that has been dominating the runways this season. Our favourite’s Maybelline New York Color Sensational Matte Metallic Lipstick - 55 Serpentine that settles to a luxurious matte finish. To go all out, try the Nicka K Vivid Matte Lipstick - Sea Green. Finish off the lip by pressing glitter on top to add sparkle or a generous coat of clear lip gloss, depending on your mood.
Elegant Amethyst
If you Amethyst is your gem of choice, we recommend you embrace this deep shade of lavender that is oh-so-pretty. However, the trick to nailing this notoriously hard-to-wear color is to pick one that has a whole lot of sheen to it—such that it doesn’t fall flat on your face. Try the NYX Professional Makeup Liquid Suede Metallic Matte Cream Lipstick – Ego that creates a lustrous look in just one swipe; not to mention the color-payoff is beyond amazing. To go all out, pick the Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Metallic Lipstick - Bewitched, that gives a matt metallic chrome effect for an eye-popping pout.
Stunning Pink Tourmaline
Ladies, if you find purples too OTT, then the gorgeous pinky-purple hue (AKA magenta) is just what your MUA ordered. Not only does it flatter all skin tones, it’s really easy to pull it off. Try the Incolor Metallic Lipstick – 52 that combines romance of the pink hue—albeit with that extra Iridescent punch; plus, it’s budge-proof so you won’t end up with that lippy on your coffee cup. Another great choice is the Maybelline New York Color Sensational The Loaded Bolds Lipstick - 09 Midnight Date that is intensely pigmented and won’t wear off as the night progresses, even if you do!
