What do you reach for when you want to feel a little sexy (and what woman doesn't) ... lingerie or maybe a pair of strappy high heels? Sure, that's what we American women usually wear but European women are opting for red lipstick instead. In fact, Selfriges, a European department has seen a spike of up to 35% in the sale of red lipstick shades.
These ladies are choosing red hues from brands such as
Chanel and
Dior. So, why the surge in red lipstick purchases?
In an interview with
Marie Claire magazine, David Walker-Smith, Beauty Director for Selfridges said: 'Red lipsticks are on the up because women want to feel sexy. It instantly changes your appearance, boosts, morale and sexuality'.
Those words couldn't be more true. I guess that's why many women have red lipstick in their
makeup bag. So, If you're looking to update your look or just want to brighten your mood, check out these five red hot lipstick shades below: