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Lip Lust: Strayin’ Lipstick + Nice To Be Nice Lipglass

Friday, February 13th, 2009

Jonesin’ for Strayin’

If you’ve looked at swatches (or even tried it on in-store) of Strayin’ lipstick from MAC’s Hello Kitty Collection and thought to yourself, “This is just too bright!” I urge you to think again! First, whenever a lipstick seems too bold or bright for you, remember you can always sheer it down by using less, mixing it with clear gloss/balm, or blotting after applying.

But more importantly, you can always use a lipgloss to blend the color and adjust it to the perfect hue flattering for you. Strayin’ runs on the cool side, and I tend to look better with warmer tones. By adding Nice To Be Nice Lipglass (a glittery orange-y gloss) on top, I was able to warm up the lipstick to just the right shade that works well with my skin tone.

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40 thoughts on “Lip Lust: Strayin’ Lipstick + Nice To Be Nice Lipglass”

  1. Marsadie
    February 13, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    Love this look. It’s hot!

  2. melanie
    February 13, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    Strayin’ is a gorgeous color, it goes will with Nice Kitty too :)

  4. charlene
    February 13, 2009 at 2:08 pm

    this is really pretty..wish i cud see a full face shot…to gain more perspective

  5. Katherine
    February 13, 2009 at 2:18 pm

    I did this too – it’s so pretty this way!

  6. gio
    February 13, 2009 at 2:37 pm

    This lip combo is so pretty!

  7. missalissa
    February 13, 2009 at 2:43 pm

    Do you think nw20/25 can pull it off?? I am a sucker for pinks lately but I am terrified of how shocking some pinks can be. I am nw20/25 with light blue eyes and brown/w blonde highlights.

  8. Susie
    February 13, 2009 at 3:21 pm

    Love this look..rock the brights!

  9. DevilishDoll
    February 13, 2009 at 4:02 pm

    I just went and bought Strayin today. Haven’t tried it on yet though. My first time seeing MAC in a store, I was amazed!

    • Avatar of Christine Christine
      February 13, 2009 at 6:14 pm

      Ooh! I think you will love it on! Let me know!

      • DevilishDoll
        February 13, 2009 at 9:55 pm

        I tried it and it’s so pretty. I put Snowscene on top of it. I’m gonna try it with She Loves Candy and Sweet Strawberry later (not both at the same time). I had Lovely Lily on my eyes with Sunset B over it and I added Kitty Power and a little bit of Romping. At first, I had Pomposity and Snowscene, then changed it to Strayin and Snowscene. And I drew a little red heart under my right eye.

  10. Shanel
    February 13, 2009 at 4:32 pm

    i know, i totally fell in love with strayin’ when I saw it in one of christine’s swatches I had to get it! great combo though :)
    loveitttttt<3

  11. SusyLoves Mac
    February 13, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    I get my HK order today!!! Yay I’m lovin this combo and love strayin’ :)

  12. Dawn S.
    February 13, 2009 at 5:21 pm

    I would have not chosen the color because it looks to bright but honestly you rock it!

  14. Katrina
    February 14, 2009 at 2:16 am

    i agree. i always mix some lipsticks that doesn’t suit me to match with my color. nice post! this really help some other ladies who has problems with lippies that doesn’t match them :) btw, strayin looks great on you!

  15. Suuz
    February 14, 2009 at 5:50 am

    I really like it!
    the l/g and l/s have been on my wishlist since the HK scoop came out!

  16. Jeni
    February 14, 2009 at 9:43 am

    thanks for the advice! its looks great on you your skin tone is beautiful!

  17. melissa
    February 14, 2009 at 3:54 pm

    it looks amazing! yeah im one of those girls who loves the color.but thought it was really bright too… thanks for giving us this tip! =]

  18. Jennifer
    February 15, 2009 at 12:06 pm

    I’m NW15, blonde hair, blue eyes. I love this colour and don’t find it too bright at all!

  19. Shweta
    February 15, 2009 at 11:21 pm

    HI!! I wear MUFE 128 foundation and MAC NW 35 concealer….do you think this color would look good on me???

    My MAC counter is sold out and I would love your opinion before I buy it online. Thanks!!

    PS. I am medium light skinned East Indian if that helps :)