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Monday Musings- Pop of Color

Happy Monday, ladies. It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of Bare Minerals lipstick. They’re a vegan, hydrating lipstick that’s heavily pigmented in a range of nature-inspired shades, from fresh-picked reds, blooming pinks, sunset corals, earthy nudes, and juicy berries.

My first lipstick shade was Grace, which is one of their softest nude pinks. It’s not sheer and provides great coverage.3 bare mineral pink lipsticks

I moved on to Romance which is a blushing peony. Around Christmas, I tried Courage, which is classic red, but I’ve never been a fan of red on me and just couldn’t get used to seeing me in it.

Here’s when I tried out red lipstick and what I found-Red Lipstick: The Edit for Fair Complexions

bare minerals wisdom lipstick

Since the light feels brighter here in Mexico, and the sun is certainly stronger, my paler lipsticks feel washed out and I find myself reaching for this Wisdom shade, which is a bright orchid. It’s impossible to get an accurate idea of how these colors really look, so I tested them on my arm here to show you. Boy, was that fun to clean off…not!

bare mineral pink lipsticks on arm
JOYĀ  /Ā  CONFIDENCE Ā  /Ā  CREATIVITYĀ  /Ā  WISDOM

You can see how much brighter the Wisdom looks than the other pinks.

The Joy is candy pink. The Confidence is a pink carnation. Creativity is a ripe watermelon. Wisdom is a bright orchid. Not every store carries all the colors, so I shop around. Who knows if it will feel too bright when I get home, but for now I am loving it.

STRIPED BAG TO ADD A POP OF COLOR TO AN OUTFIT
KURT GEIGER LONDON RAINBOW SHOP 360 KENSINGTON CROSSBODY

How’s this crossbody for a pop of color? My daughter pointed out the Kurt Geiger bags last Christmas, but they were each in one bright solid color which seemed too much for me. Now, this rainbow bag doesn’t. They embellish these bags with a signature crystal-embellished eagle head inspired by a jewel-encrusted vintage ring belonging to the company’s Creative Director.

STRIPED SNEAKERS TO ADD A POP OF COLOR TO AN OUTFIT
RAINBOW SHOP LANE SNEAKER

The sneakers are slightly lower profile but equally bright and if you’re not a fan of stripes, they come with colorful hearts.Ā Can you see these with white jeans and a blue top like this?

pop of color in sneakers with white jeans outfit
SPLIT NECK TEEĀ  Ā /Ā  SIDE SLIT WHITE JEANSĀ  /Ā  MEDIUM SILVERĀ  HOOPSĀ  /Ā  HAMMERED SILVER BANGLESĀ  /Ā  VEGAN SHOULDER BAGĀ  /Ā  LIPSTICK IN JOYĀ  / Ā COLORFUL SNEAKERS

What’s your comfort level with wearing bright pops of color?

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Thanks for reading and remember to wear what makes you feel confident.

 

22 Comments

  1. Happy Tuesday today! I received a email from Kohls this morning that all of these beautiful Bare Mineral lipsticks are on sale with 50 percent off. Yes, $10. per tube!!
    Soooo happy!

  2. When testing color if a lipstick, pinch end of fingertip & test color. This replicates your lips & will give you a better idea how color will look on you!

  3. Love the pinks for Spring!
    Tomorrow, March 22, those Bare Minerals lipsticks will be half price ($10) at Ulta. One day only.
    The glosses will also be on sale. They are comfortable, long-lasting, and not objectionably sticky.

  4. I love those sneakers and would never tire of wearing them. The rainbow is a metaphor for everything we need in these difficult times.

  5. Do like the rainbow šŸŒˆ bag. Sneakers, I donā€™t think so.
    Bright lipsticks do not look good on me. If I wear one, I usually tone it down with a lighter shade or lip gloss.
    Red is absolutely awful on me. I like the natural tones more than bright.

      1. Thanks Jennifer šŸ¤—

    1. You and me both, Lin. When I try it, that’s all I see–mouth. I feel like a clown. So many people can balance their faces with lipstick, but I am not one of them. I’m glad to know I someone else who feels the same way.

  6. Jennifer, after reading another of your posts about Bare Minerals lipstick, I bought Honesty. It is a muted berry, very natural looking and a great everyday shade. I love the texture and it does not dry my lips out. Iā€™m feeling in the mood for a more pop of color and Wisdom looks like it will be my next choice. Like you, I have tried many reds and just canā€™t get comfortable with them on me. Thank you!

    1. Iā€™m glad you gave them a try. Iā€™m hooked on theyā€™re formula.

  7. I’m all in with bright colour now. In the past, I would have added colour in my accessories such as a scarf, gloves or a purse, but now I’m wearing bright colours in tops. I recently purchased 2 sweaters in fuchsia and that was a first for me. Now that my hair is bright white I also need a brighter lipstick – I do love Bare Minerals lipstick and wear Wisdom in the winter time as it goes on quite dark on me.
    The silver lining (pun intended) of going through 5 months of chemo is my new hair colour. I’m really enjoying my new look – my hair is about the length of a short pixie style right now, but I intend to grow it longer and experiment with different styles along the way. And if I can gloat for a moment, Friday was the first day in 6 months that I went out in public without a hat or a scarf on my head. I felt quite brave šŸ™‚

    1. Congratulations, Yvonne on your achievements, and the new you. Thanks for sharing. I admire your courage.
      Sue L

    2. Hello Yvonne, I realize you’ve been through a lot. Here’s wishing you good health! I’m leaning toward brighter colors too.

    3. Yvonne, Iā€™m in your same boat! I have started going out without a wig too! And with steel gray/silver hair, plus extremely sensitive skin from chemo, itā€™s a challenge to find what works best. Congratulations to you, and all the best for your future!

      1. And all the best to you Susan. I also have sensitive skin and found the Bio Oil Dry Skin Gel worked really well.

    4. Shine Bright, Yvonne ā¤ļø

    5. Your new white hair sounds beautiful, Yvonne. Bravo, youā€™ve been through a lot. Please gloat to your hearts content! Youā€™ve certainly earned it and we will all cheer you on! Sending best wishes and continuing good health your way!

      1. Thank you all for your best wishes. I’m just so happy to be alive and feeling strong.

    6. God Bless You and prayers are with you. I am sure you are looking beautiful and I do admire your courage and fortitude in your journey through this difficult time.

    7. Congratulations to you! Wishing you continued recovery and good health!

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