Dark Lipsticks to Try Now

If the shades of winter fashion – think black, grey, burgundy – have got you wanting to channel your inner goth, then you’re in luck! We’ve rounded up the best dark lipsticks to switch your seasonal style to unmistakably vampy.

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The Deepest of Reds

Red lipstick is never out of vogue, but if you’re looking for a tweak to your favourite shade then it’s time to dig a little deeper. Opting for shades that are less Marilyn Monroe and more Bordeaux beauty is sure to do the trick.

Perfect Plums & Purples

There was once a time when purple and plum lipstick shades were reserved for fancy dress parties and ‘my first beauty kits’. Fast-forward to the modern day and we’ve got red carpet queens like Rihanna, Beyoncé and Katy Perry rocking the hues on the regular.

Thanks to this newly-found obsession, our favourite brands have been busy experimenting. From aubergine-inspired formulas to a glide-on liquid lipstick, these top picks are sure to add that striking finishing touch to any look…

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Revolution Revolution Rose Gold Lipstick Diamond Life 3.2G £0.10

MUA MUA Super Stylo Lipstick Elite 006 £1.50

Burt's Bees Burt's Bees Lipstick, Juniper water 3.4g £9.99

e.l.f. Cosmetics e.l.f. Velvet Matte Lipstick Vampy Violet £0.10

Brilliant Berries

A shade that’s as refreshing as the fruit itself, berry shades are perfect for those that want to be halfway between a red and a purple. Whether you want to feel like a queen in your meeting with the big boss or stand out on your night out, these sophisticated shades are as versatile as they are striking.

B. Luminous Lipstick Blazing Berry £0.05

Revolution DNR Revolution Candy Nail Polish Apple Fizz £0.10

The Bordering-on-Blacks

If your life motto is ‘go bold or go home’ then channel full-on gothic glam with a colour that’s almost the darkest colour on the spectrum.

These shades are designed to cause a scene, so keep the lipstick the sole focus by stripping back the rest of your look – think glossy lids and a barely-there base.

e.l.f. Cosmetics e.l.f. Moisturising Lipstick Bordeaux Beauty £0.10

NYX PMU NYX Professional Makeup Soft Matte Lip Cream - Transylvania £0.10

The Perfect Partner…

Dark lipstick shades are unforgiving and are the most likely to cause a noticeable lipliner bleed if not prepped properly. Avoid a smudged finish by staying inside the lines...