Red is an auspicious colour and all, but we definitely get more than enough of it every Chinese New Year. So we propose staying away from a clichéd red lip this year, and opt instead for these equally vibrant, but more interesting, alternatives.
innisfree Real Fluid Rouge in Blush Sunset Over An Orchard
$20, innisfree stores
A cool-toned grape with a moist finish
Clé de Peau Beauté Extra Rich Lipstick in 212
$70 for refill, $35 for lipstick holder, Clé de Peau Beauté counters
A silky red-toned peach
M.A.C Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour in Personal Statement
$39, M.A.C stores and counters
A matte shocking pink
CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine in Shipshape
$44, CHANEL Beauty stores and counters
A bright orange balm
Cosme Decorte Art des Fleurs Rouge in RO611 Noble Cattleya
$88, Cosme Decorte counters
A subtle glossy rose
Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Gloss in Intense Spice
$44, Estée Lauder counters
A shimmery warm orange
Main image: Michael Costello Spring/Summer 2016 backstage, courtesy NARS.
