Want to have something in common with Taylor Swift, Gwen Stefani or Marilyn Monroe this year, without repeating a red lip on a broken record? If your answer is yes, then you need try one of these beautiful shades—each one just as classic as red.
1. Bright pink
Seriously, pink about it—this hue might as well be a collegiette's best friend. Go Mean Girls-style by wearing it on Wednesdays... or just as often as you'd like. We love the Viva Glam Miley Cyrus I Lipstick ($17, maccosmetics.com)!
2. Deep purples
On a darker note, the whole black cherry thing plays up every skin tone (though we love it on a fair complexion, like Lorde's). Dark lipstick shades leave a fearless impression, and makes for a sophisticated daytime look or a vampy nighttime touch. We recommend MAC Cosmetics' Lipstick in Cyber ($17, maccosmetics.com).
3. A little pink, a little purple
MAC Cosmetics' Lipstick in Heroine ($17, maccosmetics.com) and Bite Beauty's Matte Creme Lip Crayon in Eggplant ($24, sephora.com) offer the best of both worlds! Some people like pink, other people like purple and then there are days when we switch our minds back and forth. For days like these, try one of these technicolored lip products to brighten the face.
4. Tangerine
This hue is a little more energetic than red is, and has a whole new flavor. Orange compliments every skin tone, and brings light to every eye color. Feel free to give NARS Cosmetics Lipstick in Heatwave ($27, sephora.com) a try. Soon enough, this shade will become a staple in your makeup bag.
5. Spiced chocolate
For those who adhere to a strict neutral color palette, brown lipstick is a great way to make a statement, while still following your own color rules. Brown lips define facial features, create a calm look and bring out our eye color. For lips that are as beautiful and satisfying as a box of chocolates, try NYX Cosmetics Matte Lipstick in Maison ($5.99, ulta.com)