Red lipstick at work – Photo credit: dgitalspy.com
Remember back in January when the BBC banned red lipstick from its children’s TV presenters? Although it made us reconsider the whole red lipstick at work thing, no one can deny the power of a red lip. Yet many are still quick to point out that sporting a red lip at work is not appropriate, if not borderline unprofessional-looking.
I personally love a classic red lip, which reminds me of the power women of the ’80’s with their shoulder-padded suits and fabulous hair. I also happen to think a red lip is appropriate at work, unless of course it’s all over your teeth…
Would you agree? Do you think a red lip at work is inappropriate?
The Corporate Sis.
I must confess I was apprehensive about wearing red lipstick at work until just recently. I dared to step outside of my comfort zone just a couple of weeks ago and rocked the bold color and I felt empowered. While I am sort of on the conservative side of the “professional look” spectrum (even though I work in a casual environment), I say as long as its not too distracting…go for it!
Hi Zena! I agree, I also am on the rather conservative end of the work fashion spectrum. Yet I love a bold, red lip, so I try to temper it a bit by using a more discrete lip stain. Maybelline has great lip stains that are not too bold and perfect for work. Thank you so much for your comment!