Proof positive that black lipstick can still look soft and feminine. The trick: loose, romantic hair and strategically placed highlighter (see our strobing tutorial on how to get an otherworldly glow).

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If you're blessed with a full pout, why not call even more attention to it with hard-to-ignore black lipstick? (We're looking at you, Kylie.)

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Because no one -- not even black lipstick wearers -- looks like a badass with faded lips, reach for this smudge-proof liquid lipstick that goes on like a gloss and dries into an immovable matte.

When paired with bright blonde hair, black lips create a particularly stunning contrast.

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Redheads who have a hard time finding lipstick shades that complement their fiery locks will find respite from their struggle with goes-with-everything black lipstick.

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