The Dictator: On style, she rules
Are temporary tattoos in fashion? If so, where can I get some that don’t look too cheap?
Missing the Mark, Sai Kung
I was inspired by the make-up I saw on New Zealand singer Lorde, particularly the dark, dark lips. I did attempt to do this without your help, but what I came home with was a much lighter berry colour than hers. Help?
Praise the Lorde, Central
The Dictator: Never, I repeat, never buy lipstick before you’ve tested it. There’s no one hue, by the way, as I’ve seen Lorde photographed in various shades of berry to almost-black purple. Here comes the good news! MAC is launching a Lorde-inspired collection called Pure Heroine. Until then, MAC’s vast array of lipsticks should be more than enough to get you started (HK$145 to HK$155; Lab Concept, Queensway Plaza, Admiralty, tel: 3106 0478). Make Up For Ever has a few potentials in its Rouge Artiste Intense line, including Pearly Dark Violet and Satin Blueberry (HK$220 and up; Lab Concept, tel: 2118 3599). You could also try Dior’s Rouge Diorific in 001 Velvet Tattoo (HK$290; Sogo, 555 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay, tel: 2833 8338). While you’re at any of the above counters, pick up a lip pencil in a complementary colour. Apply it all over the lips first, then put the lipstick on top of that for longerlasting colour. Oh, and please keep the rest of your make-up relatively natural and low-key.
No ghostly, gothic white faces or overdone eyes, please.
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