How To Wear Red Lipstick On Your Wedding Day

Ruby. Cerise. Vermillion.

Nothing says timeless & sophisticated quite like a red lip…but just how do you wear such a colour on your wedding day? My top tips are just below.

If you’ve never worn red lipstick before – try it on before the wedding! As lipstick is so personal, I would advise trying it on in day to day life before thinking of wearing it down the aisle. This is also the best way to find out what kind of tone works best for you – are you into a fun, cherry-pop red like Taylor Swift or do you prefer a classic Dior red?
Just remember – if you are not happy wearing it on Tuesday in the office, chances are it may be the same when you are wearing the big white dress.

How Can I Make It Last?

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Lip prep is key! There is nothing worse than getting those beautiful close-ups back from your photographer only to realise your lips were dry & chapped beneath that expensive Rouge Louboutin! Before the makeup ritual begins, have your makeup artist do a little sugar lip scrub or buff with a soft toothbrush to remove any chapped skin & follow with a lip conditioner such as Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream. After this sinks in nicely, blot off the excess product & begin applying your favourite shade. I swear you’ll thank her for it!

Do I need a touch-up?

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Unless you have it tattooed on, chances are you will require a touchup or two. Matte textures do last longer, but they aren’t for every bride. Once you have found the one, make sure you have it with you on the day. If you have been advised which shade to wear by your makeup artist during the wedding trial, ask her to pick it up for you as part of your touch up kit. A matching liner isn’t always necessary, but if you are one to feather then opt for either an edge tamer such as Laura Mercier’s Lip Liner in Clear, or a liner of similar colour. For the ultimate finish, I recommend Urban Decay’s Ultimate Ozone around the edge of the lip line to keep even the most glossy lipsticks in place.

Cream? Gloss? Matte?

To keep makeup modern, try mixing textures when it comes to choosing your lipstick & your base. For example, If you love dewy, glowing skin, then a matte lipstick such as the Hourglass Opaque Rouge in Icon is a nice subtle contrast in texture which brings the look together. The staying power of this lipstick is another added bonus!
If you prefer your foundation finish to feel a little more powdered, a cream-base lipstick or even a gloss will avoid everything appearing too dry & keep you looking fresh.

Your final step? Simply blot your lips & enjoy the day!