When it comes to lip color, this season’s hottest beauty trend has to be plum lips. Just like a lot of things, it’s not for everyone, but you do have to admit — it does look good! It gives a very dark look, without being too gothic or sinister. Jason Wu’s runway this fall featured gorgeous models sporting the popular lip color as they strutted down the runways, but out of all the beauties above, Miss Rihanna Fenty was the first to rock the berry-like lip color, last summer at the 2008 BET Awards.

Application:: Your best bet would be to apply the color to the center of the lips, then blend outward for a softer look. But, if you want to create a glossy, stained effect – add a bit of your fave plum-colored lip gloss and focus the color in the center of the lips. And, don’t forget to purchase a lip pencil. It keeps lipcolor in it’s place, and prevents the color from running.

Great Choices::
Chanel Rouge Hydrabase Creme Lipstick in Fantastic Plum – $29.00
Avon Ultra Color Rich Lipstick – $6.50
Avon Ultra Luxury Lip Liner – $5.00
MAC Cremestick Liner in Velvetella – $14.50
MAC Lipgelée Lipglass – $14.00
MAC Lipstick in Odyssey – $14.00

Also::
How to get the Lancome Plum Irresistible Look…
Opposites Attract with NARS Fall 2009 (more plum trends)