Orange lips: the brightest makeup hit of the spring-summer season

Orange is without a doubt a bright shade that will bring a dose of optimism into our daily lives, and the popularity of orange lipsticks this spring is proof that lipstick still exists and should not be written off in the midst of a pandemic. Colorful lipsticks with a flying gait are bursting into the coming May and only time will tell whether we will see orange lip makeup in reality or whether it will remain a trend only on social networks.

Revival of the trend

Blogger Afnan Dano, who has nearly 14,000 followers on Instagram, recently posted an ultra-vibrant look featuring orange shades on her eyelids and lips that received a ton of positive reactions. Other bloggers and makeup artists are actively picking up the trend and creating colorful makeup solutions that encourage and tell us that this difficult period will soon end.

Influencers on TikTok are all about their favorite orange lipsticks, from pastels to fluorescent shades. The number of publications using the hashtag #orangelipstick numbers in the hundreds of thousands, and orange lipstick appears in more and more videos dedicated to spring 2021 trends.

Orange lipstick has also become a bright accent at fashion shows for the spring-summer 2021 season, for example, at demonstrations of the new collections of Max Mara and Versace, and legendary brands are now actively replenishing their arsenals with lipsticks in a pure orange shade. A cheerful and refreshing color looks ideal against clean skin, slightly touched by the sun, thereby emphasizing its warmth and light tan.

Who should wear orange lipstick?

This shade is most suitable for girls with tanned or dark skin, as well as those with a dark complexion. For girls with lighter skin, it is also quite possible to choose an orange lipstick, but only with warm undertones. If the model or client has a cool undertone, orange lipstick can give the face a sickly look.

Also pay attention to the color of the girl’s teeth. Orange lipstick will highlight even the slightest yellowness of the teeth, so in this case it is better not to use it for client makeup.

Makeup options with orange lipstick

Orange can complement your look or inspire you to take the plunge by using it across your eyes, lips and face at the same time. This tandem will be a win-win option if you want to create a truly explosive look!

Of course, orange lipstick can also become a unitary accent in makeup. Sleek, clean skin and “naked” eyes will wonderfully set off the rich shade on the lips. Don't forget to carefully shape your eyebrows so that your makeup looks harmonious.

Orange is a very self-contained color, so combining it with other bright colors can be risky. Complement the color scheme with neutral shades: beige, brown, black or white.

Incredibly beautiful orange lipstick combines with expressive eyes, so generously paint the model’s eyelashes with black mascara, and if desired, draw a clear, expressive arrow. Don't forget to pre-color the space between the eyelashes with a dark pencil.

Choose the finish of orange lipstick depending on your intended look. Matte lipstick focuses only on color, while glossy gloss also gives the lips a voluminous effect. Moreover, glossy textures are at the peak of popularity this spring!

In the previous article, we collected the best orange lipsticks that will surprise you with beautiful undertones, luxurious finishes and pleasant textures.