It’s kind of amazing, isn’t it, how much of a difference lip color can make to your whole look?
In that pic up top I’m wearing the exact same makeup I wore in this dramatic plummy black FOTD, with the only difference being the red on my lips, instead of the not-so-wearable dark eyeliner (yup, on my lips).
It seems a whole lot less goth, doesn’t it?
That red, by the way, is a combination of MAC RiRi Woo Pro Longwear Lip Pencil, Lipstick and Lipglass.
Ya know, this is one of the reasons I love makeup so much — THE POWER TO CHANGE! It’s practically magic. We’re like Hermione, except instead of a vine wood wand, we wave a brush. 🙂
Sasha says
That red is so striking Karen, it looks perfect on you, especially with your beautiful new dark hair! 🙂
I wish I could wear ruby woo, it just doesn’t look right on me for some reason even though reds are my colour. Maybe it’s not yellow toned, must do my homework!
Noon says
I believe Ruby Woo is listed as a blue-based red on MAC’s site.
Agata says
Wow, the look with the red lip is perfection. You should be featured in Vogue! And your hairdo is gorgeous too. But it’s very true-the change that make up can bring is unbelievable and what a great way to express yourself and compliment your whole look.
Irene says
You’re so right! I love makeup just because of that… Also when the change isn’t so noticeable 🙂 btw, you were awesome with that eyeliner, but red suits you perfectly!
Trisha says
You look gorgeous! And that’s what I like about makeup, too. Even just a little change and you’ve drastically altered how you look.
Also, I totally own Hermoine’s vine wood wand. 😀
hanna says
One thing makes such a big change!
Natalie says
You look beautiful (and yes, less goth). The power to change is the best, like really. Its why I love makeup. Hope you’ve had a good Monday!
Chelsea says
Definitely a huge difference!
Speaking of Hermione, a girlfriend asked me to be her plus one at a Harry Potter-themed wedding, and I am so excited. There’s going to be a Wizard Rock band, and other stuff. My whole life has been leading up to this.
Daisy D Alary says
I like that you know Hermione’s wand is made of Vine wood. 🙂
And Lorde’s song “Tennis Court” is sooo good. Love the look w/ red lips better though.
Danielle says
I love both lip colors on you!
musical says
Dayumn, girl!! You are seriously rocking both lip looks! Never thought that a black lip could look so pretty! MAC should be knocking at your door to feature the red-lip in their promos!
You are giving Tabster a serious competition ;). No, seriously, you are the coolest!
poo@beautyandmakeupmatters says
Teh riri woo compliments you well.. u looks gorgeous dear..!!
The background lit pics.. thats innovative … loved the pics.. 🙂
Sunny says
The RiRi Woo trio is SO stunning on you! Got the lipstick but not the liner or gloss. I do like the lipstick on its own, but paired with the gloss it goes to a whole new different level!
Rachel says
Love it! Just ordered riri woo lipglass to go with my riri woo lipstick!
Amanda says
How long did it take you to order and checkout? I appreciate that MAC has set up the virtual waiting room for its RiRi launches, but GEEZ! The checkout was painful and aggravating.(Serves me right for doing it @ work :)) I hope they re-release the lipglass for the holidays.
Marisa says
Wow! That final pic is stunning! Your lips have so much definition and look so dramatic!
Sneha S says
This is exactly one of the reasons I love makeup so much! the ability to transform into anything you can think of is mind blowing.. 🙂
I finally got sucked in and just bought Ruby-woo lipstick! Cant wait to try it on my lips.. 🙂