Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick Review, Photos, Swatches
Monday, January 16th, 2012
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “bold and brilliant fuchsia.” The color is inspired by “one of London’s most posh shopping districts.” It is a vibrant pink with blue undertones. The coverage is mostly opaque, and the finish has a lovely natural shine but still looks creamy and lush on the lips. This is a lipstick that really looks beautiful when worn; it just has that really cushiony look, where lips look like pouty pillows.
It’s not a particularly unique color–there are numerous bright pink hues to choose from–but the comfortable wear, five-hour wear, and how it keeps lips moisturized during wear, make it a good pink to choose. MAC Pink Pigeon is brighter, more magenta. MAC Love Forever is more blue-based, so it appears almost purplish in comparison. NARS Schiap is brighter, slightly darker. Milani Rose Hip is brighter. It has a similar look to MAC Florida.
Where to Buy: Chanel, $32.00
The Glossover
Not every lipstick looks as good as this one does, just in terms of texture, because this shade looks like its melted against the lips; as if your natural lip color is really this pink and vibrant. The comfortable formula is a major bonus to the excellent consistency and texture.
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Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Chanel Kensington Rouge Allure Lipstick
Product & Review FAQ
Where can I purchase it? How much is it?
Chanel, $32.00.
Is it limited edition?
Yes.
Any dupes?
MAC Pink Pigeon is brighter, more magenta. MAC Love Forever is more blue-based, so it appears almost purplish in comparison. NARS Schiap is brighter, slightly darker. Milani Rose Hip is brighter. It has a similar look to MAC Florida.
that color is gorgeous on you!!! so tempted to buy one now. btw, what are you wearing on your eyes? very pretty
dear lord, i wish i had that kinda money - i'd be all over this and hyde park
Is this similar to Chanel's LE Super?
At first it was for sale at Harrods in London, do you know if it is not for sale there anymore? tks
How is thi compared to Mac Costa Chic?
Pinker!
Beautiful!!
I love this one too!! Christine can u please tell us what products u used for your eye makeup?
WANT.
OMG this looks AMAZING on you! This color is just GORGEOUS!! Chanel has some beautiful lipsticks for sure! Thanks Christine!
Wow, this looks like a really special lipstick.
GORGEOUS!!! This will be mine :)
Kind of similar to the neon pink in the new Bobbi Brown collection?
Haven't seen it, sorry!
Oh dear! I made a call to my nearest Chanel counter and to my horror, this range WILL not be in my country (Singapore)!! Oh God someone must help! I need a Custom Purchase!
when will it be out at the counter?
It's an online exclusive to chanel.com.
I got this and use it quite often and i neeeed a backup..lol
Does anyone have a code for free shipping for chanel?
That is such a fresh pink on you! Would this color bring out yellowness in teeth? Mine look okay with a cool-toned red-berry lip color, but I don't wear light lip colors now.
Oh gosh, this is beautiful!
Love it!
This is so pretty and the formula sounds amazing! I really want to try RAs sometime!
This is such a beautiful color! I've been looking for a Chanel color to fall in love with.
Chanel did it again, gorgeous color!
OMG I need this ♥
wow.amazing color!!! i want this lipstick soooo much)) thank you!=)
This is a great review! I usually shy away from lipsticks that cost so much but your review and recommendation made me want to give it a shot. Not sure if the colour will work on my skin tone but I will take it for a test drive!
Oh wow. Want. :/
This one is definitely a wow on you Christine! I've got to try it out now! Thanks for the recommendation :)
Thanks, Sunny!
Gorgeous color! Will this ever come to Nordstrom?
Chanel.com exclusive
I love it! Such a pretty, girly pink!
Pink Pigeon looks drier than this definitely, but very similar.
From wearing Pink Pigeon, I wouldn't say it actually feels a lot drier, but it definitely has more of a matte finish so it looks that way!
I love how the color looks on your lips. It's exactly the color I wanted to have last summer :)
How does it compare to MAC's Lickable? :)
Lickable is a darker pink! :)
Oooo I love this! It's such a Parisian colour.
Do you think it will suit someone with a NC 42 skintone? If you do, i might have to get it :)
Oh, definitely!
WOW ... just WOWWWW it is on you Christine :D .... I hope it suits me :( :( ... i will def. be trying it in store :D :D you are looking stunningly adorableeee in this :D
Thanks, Rashmi! :)
OH.MY.GOD. I want this one badly!!! Does it look nice on warmer skin tones as well?
Yes, I think it would!
Such a fun pink!
Lovely!
Purchasing....I love it
gorgeous
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