Although I will always support the decision to wear a bold fuchsia or coral red lipstick in February, I understand that many prefer to tone it down for the cooler months. So here are our tips for wearing nude lips.

Don’t:
Wear nude without any other makeup on! Nude can mean a variety of shades. Although it is most commonly referred to as a pale, beige colour, we like to think of it as a shade that is almost identical to your skin tone, whatever that may be. But there’s a reason we don’t put nude foundation on our lips and lashes: our faces weren’t meant to be one solid colour.

Do:
Wear nude at night with a dark eye. A sexy lip can be easy to pull off, but the perfect eye shadow can be much harder to apply. Neutral lipstick or gloss is an excellent complement to a big, bold eye and helps draw attention to the rest of your makeup. Take advantage of the simplicity of a nude lip and focus on your eyes, whether that’s faux lashes, a sultry smoky eye or something else that’ll keep you dazzling in the dark.

Don’t:
Choose a shade that matches your skin tone exactly. Going “nude” can leave you looking washed out. Depending on the look you're going for, try a light caramel colour, a pale pink, or for darker skin tones, a rich golden brown.

Do:
Wear a nude lip with any colour and any outfit! The beauty of this shade is that it makes you look effortlessly gorgeous, regardless of what you’re wearing. A neutral lip brings out the best in colour, whether it’s a slinky red cocktail dress or just a dark wash skinny jean. Pairing bright coloured clothing with bold makeup can look tacky and overdone, so when you really want your outfit to do the talking, a nude lip can help do the trick.