the red lip

At this point in December we've been to half a dozen (or more!!) Christmas events. 

I've taken these opportunities to try out a red lip. It's an art and a science and a discipline. I haven't totally mastered it, but I do have a tip...

My college roommate used to apply the boldest coat of cheap, drug store lipstick an hour before leaving the house to go out. She was staining her lips. The stain provides a base coat. Let it wear off or wipe it off before applying a final coat. Voila! 

I'm not saying you will get through the whole night without it coming off, especially if you're eating and drinking, but it definitely buys you some time. 

I've always admired a statement lip.

Stephen's grandmother lived to be 102. She wore Love that Pink to the end of her life. She looked great! 

And then there's Lisa, a family friend, who keeps a few lipsticks in her kitchen drawer because "you always want to look good in the kitchen." 

So let's do this! Wear a bold lip. Please share tips if you have any.