Red was the colour du jour for lips this weekend as Gwen Stefani (natch), Rachel McAdams and Gemma Arterton were spied with the classic look.
Party season may be behind us, but a red lip is just the thing for pepping up your work or off-duty look on a dreary January morning. While Rachel paired her bold lip with a red dress at the premiere of Morning Glory, Gwen and Gemma wore theirs with mannish tailoring for a smart off-duty look.
A sharp red lip (applied perfectly with a lip brush) can look professional, give you an air of confidence, and an edge to your working wardrobe; just be sure to keep the rest of your make-up to a minimum foundation, concealer and mascara is all thats needed. Alternatively, use your fingers to dab a red lippie from bullet to pout for a softer, yet still vibrant, look - pair with jeans and a cosy knit and a red lip will work just as well on Sunday as it will in the boardroom come Monday.
ELLE loves Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in Diva Red, £6.29 at Boots and Nars Lipstick in Jungle Red, £17.50
