Lipstick by Colour Season
Find your perfect lipstick shade — by colour season, with specific reds, pinks, nudes and berries that flatter Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter palettes.
There's a reason that red lipstick you bought on impulse never gets worn. Lipstick has an undertone — and matching it to yours is the secret to a shade you'll wear daily.
Spring lipsticks
Look for warm, clear shades: coral, peachy pink, warm watermelon, bright tomato red. Avoid dark vampy berries — they overwhelm Spring's clarity.
Summer lipsticks
Cool and soft: rose, mauve, raspberry, cool pink-red. Avoid orangey shades — they fight Summer's coolness.
Autumn lipsticks
Warm and rich: brick red, terracotta, brown-nude, deep amber. Avoid icy pinks — they wash out Autumn's warmth.
Winter lipsticks
Cool and bright: true red, fuchsia, blue-red, deep wine. Winters can also pull off a true nude — but with a cool, slightly pink-grey base.
Universal flatterers
A 'your lips but better' nude in your undertone works for almost any day. Pair with a colour analysis session to get specific brand recommendations.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a universal red?
MAC Ruby Woo (cool blue-red) and MAC Lady Danger (warm orange-red) cover most undertones between them. Try both, keep the one that brightens your eyes.
Can I wear bold lipstick over 50?
Absolutely — bold lips often energise mature faces. Just line first to prevent bleeding.
Ready to discover your palette?
Book your personal colour analysis or one-on-one makeup lesson with Sue at the Currambine studio.