Not Your Mother's Red

When I wear red lipstick I look like I'm five and I'm playing dress up with my mother's makeup. Same goes for red nail polish. There's something about that harsh vibrant red that is so outdated. Don't get me wrong, some women can pull off the retro hue, but not this Irish/Czechoslovakian/Yugoslavian mix. These deeper shades work much better for me.

Photo: Eyeshadow Lipstick

Photo: Eyeshadow Lipstick

Cheryl Cole

Jessica Alba

Jessica - Unleashed

Deborah Lippmann - Single Ladies

Avon Nailwear Pro - Wicked, Photo: Pampered and Polished

OPI - Romeo and Joliet, Photo: Makeup Alley

OPI - Hollywood and Wine, Photo: Polish Mayhem