7 Celebrities Who Have Mastered the Dark Red Lip
Looking for beauty inspiration for your next dark red lipstick look? Stop the search. L'OFFICIEL has rounded up all the most envy-worthy dark red lip looks in Hollywood that are sure to influence you.
Dark red lipstick will always be in style. While it’s traditionally associated with winter months, many celebrities have been rocking the look in the spring and summer. Far from being a trend, dark red lipstick is truly timeless, calling to mind the glamour girls of old Hollywood and silver screen sirens like Theda Bara and Marilyn Monroe.
Nothing draws the eye like dark red lipstick. It's bold and chic all at once, offering an edgy look that is flattering on all skin tones. While dark red lipstick can be intimidating, it's easy to wear with the right attitude. Celebrities who don't mind all eyes on them go for dark red lipstick. For award-show moments, casual coffee runs, and everything in between, celebrities like Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo have been known to rock a dark red lipstick look, no matter where they're headed. If you need some inspiration for your next lipstick look, check out these celebrities who are all known to be dark lip aficionados.
Taylor Swift
While Swift is known for her affinity for a classic bright red lip, she's also been seen wearing a darker shade of red lately, perhaps a nod to her hot new romance with Travis Kelce.
Olivia Rodrigo
Classic and edgy at once, Rodrigo is often seen wearing a bold lip paired with minimal eye makeup.
Doja Cat
Laverne Cox
TV personality and actor Cox loves a bold beauty look and often wears lipsticks in various shades of red.
Tracee Ellis Ross
Sarah Snook
Aubrey Plaza
Plaza, who loves a nod to gothic glamour, is one of the most notable fans of dark red lipstick in Hollywood. The actress often steps onto the red carpet with a dark lip shade, accentuating her famous pout.
Dark Red Lipsticks to Shop
Dark red lipstick is certainly experiencing a moment, and with so many celebrities on board, the trend is only likely to grow in popularity. If you want to wear dark red lipstick, take a cue from Rodrigo and pair it with minimal eye makeup, like the singer's signature baby cat eye, and flawless foundation.
Looking to join in on the trend? L'OFFICIEL has you covered. Below, see some of our favorite dark red lipsticks that will have you channeling all your of your most envied celebrity beauty looks.
If you're looking for a glossy, high-shine, barely there dark red lipstick, this product from Glossier is the perfect pick. With the hydrating properties of a balm, the appearance of a gloss, and the long-lasting color pigment of a lipstick, this all-in-one product is optimal for a no-fuss dark red lipstick moment.
Glossier Ultralip High Shine Lipstick, $20, Sephora
If you're in search of lipstick with a buildable formula, massive shade range, and moisturizing component, look no further. This dark red lipstick is long-lasting and has the added benefit of smoothing and conditioning the lips after application.
Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick, $35, Sephora
Creamy, hydrating, and satiny, this dark red lipstick from Pat McGrath, beloved makeup and beauty legend, offers a modern take on the classic matte lipstick, meaning it won't dry your lips out or appear patchy after application. It'll do just the opposite, thanks to the formulation, which includes hydrating botanical elements like collagen and passion fruit extract.
Pat McGrath Labs SatinAllure Lipstick, $30, Sephora
Looking for a quick, one-stop product? Opt for Huda Beauty's Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in the shade "Ladies Night," which is a dark, bold burgundy. With a silky smooth formulation, after just one swipe of this full-coverage dark red lipstick, you'll be rocking the look of your dreams all day long, thanks to the matte, long-lasting formula.
Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick, $27, Sephora
