Series: Michiko Fujiwara | February 2017: Spring Pink Lipstick

From sophisticated coral pink to sparkling shades, embrace spring with a pink pout!

As news of cherry blossoms blooming fills the air, spring is already on our minds. We're tired of winter clothes and eager for lighter attire. Yet, the lingering chill means we can't quite embrace spring fashion just yet. This is where a pink lipstick comes in handy, offering an instant touch of spring.

Photographs & Text by FUJIWARA Michiko

Pink Lipstick x Trend Color Fashion

Pink is also one of this season's spring/summer fashion trend colors. Many intriguing pink lipsticks have been released by various cosmetic brands. I've selected a few that caught my eye and paired them with complementary spring/summer fashion trend colors.

CHANEL ROUGE ALLURE 61
With its soft peach-pink hue and smooth matte finish, a quick application creates a sophisticated pink lip. It would pair beautifully with a greyish-toned pink linen long dress or skirt.

GIVENCHY ROUGE INTERDIT 21
This rose-pink shade conveys an impression of "adult cuteness." Applied directly and then softened with a finger, its satin-like sheen and radiance create a natural, plump pink lip. It would stand out beautifully against a deep blue outfit.

ettusais Creamy Crayon Lipstick PK1
The thick crayon tip makes for easy, quick application. Plus, it's a twist-up type, so no sharpening is needed. It delivers a natural, subtle pink lip with a healthy sheen. Perfect for a polished look with earth-toned botanical print pants.

LANCÔME Parisian Lips Le Stylo 03
Apply the matte tip on the lower part to the lips with a dabbing motion, then layer the cream lipstick with a sheer finish from the upper part for a natural yet beautifully vibrant color. It would complement a pale lemon-yellow blouse in a sheer fabric.

LANCÔME Juicy Shaker 303
Shake it up, then open the cap to reveal a cone-shaped applicator! It's surprisingly easy to apply. The result is a glossy, sparkling, juicy lip. Paired with a simple white outfit, it enhances both cleanliness and cuteness!

As you can see, even within the spectrum of pink, the impression can vary greatly depending on the shade, texture, or application method. This spring, why not experiment with various pink lips alongside the trend colors and fashion?