Looks - Alta Moda vs. Temptalia: “I’m a Vampire” Edition
Posted On: 05/12/08
Posted in: Brown, Lips, Looks, Neutral
So I know we had a post a few weeks ago about what kind of look would you want to wear but haven’t, and a lot of you mentioned red lips. You’re not alone with having a bit of trepidation when it comes to consideration a red lip–I have plenty! Especially when it comes to deeper, vampy reds. I invite you to take the Temptalia Red Lips Challenge and try out some reds for yourself. If you’d like to post your results, just send them along to temptalia@gmail.com. But I still urge you all to try them out, even if only in the bathroom by yourself!
For my challenge, I chose my arch nemesis: Alta Moda. You can see how Alta Moda looks on its own, but how I attempted to make it more “me” friendly by adding a lipglass on top. Plus, you can see a comparison of this look with and without upper lash liner.

I used Cash Flow paint pot (LE) on lid, Casablanca eyeshadow (LE) on inner and middle of lid, Embark eyeshadow on outer lid, Smut eyeshadow on outer crease, Nylon eyeshadow above crease and on brow, Blacktrack fluidline on upper lash line (in some photos), Graphblack technakohl on lower lash line, and Plushlash mascara on lashes. I had Other Worldly blush (LE) on cheeks with Daisydust beauty powder (PRO) to highlight. I wore Alta Moda prolongwear with clear gloss and Red Romp lipglass (LE) (in some photos) on my lips.
** These are recommendations for dupes based on permanent colors available — may not necessarily be identical; they are the closest I can think of!
Cash Flow = Patina; Casablanca = Nylon, Other Worldly = Trace Gold; Red Romp = Russian Red







Just Alta Moda + Clear Lipglass

I VANT TO SUCK YOUR BLOOD!



Alta Moda + Clear Lipglass + Red Romp Lipglass




“Cat Eye”



“Cat Eye”









Bonnie
Monday, May 12, 2008
Wow, you really look almost like a different person with the red lips! They look good, but very different.
I’ve been playing around with Comet Blue Dazzleglass over different red lipstick colors, I like the way it looks but I don’t have the nerve to wear dark red lipstick in public.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
LOL! Thank you, Bonnie :)
It does require some oomph and courage!
Shefali
Monday, May 12, 2008
That looks awesome Christine. I have a red lip look that I wore in Vegas this weekend. It’s with Port Red. If I remember, I’ll send it in!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks, Shefali! Ohh, please do :) How was Vegas?
Jan
Monday, May 12, 2008
Bold and Beautiful! I think with the right combination Alta Moda will look good. Also for this look, lining your upper lash line just completes everything!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks so much, Jan! :)
Katie
Monday, May 12, 2008
Gorgeous look! The red lips are GORGEOUS!!! :)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Aww, thanks so much, Katie!! :)
MariahGem
Monday, May 12, 2008
VERY beautiful!! I think this turned out GREAT! It’s so sparkly and deep and fresh and raw! It reminds me of all the amazing makeup and bright lip colors used in Speed Racer! You should go see it, and see what I mean!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks so much :D
Haha, how funny! I’ll have to look for some pics!
Yvette
Monday, May 12, 2008
LOL..you are one SEXY Vampire..grww..I <3 each look..
Those lips are really on point..do more red lips…
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Hey Yvette!
Thanks so much :D I will try!
Jazz
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I love it!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks, Jazz! :D
Nell
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I totally love the eyes! Will try that look tomorrow.
As for the lips, I understand your reluctance to go out with such a bold color, I am the same, but it looks gorgeous on you anyway!!!
I took up your challenge and tried red lips. Port Red - it is a beautiful color, but I did not leave the bathroom before removing it again, I can´t change who I am. (used a lipgloss by BB called Naked instead, that says it all!)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks, Nell! :)
This deep, vampy kind of red just makes me feel so odd. My boyfriend HATES red lipsticks, too, which doesn’t help, haha!
I’m glad you at least put it on for a little while :)
Jude
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Christine, how freaky is it that I did almost the same exact look as this yesterday?
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I’m so not surprised! Great minds think alike :D
Pia
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I’m going to do red lips tomorrow!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
YAY! Happy to hear it, Pia!!
Eva
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
You look so gorgeous!!
I like both looks, but I think I prefer your “signature no liner”-look. :o)
I wish my teeth were a little whiter…
whitney
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
that color on you is beyond awesome! I have no clue why it would be your nemesis. I can’t find alta moda, what would be a good dupe mac or not? I love the color.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thank you so much, Whitney! Hmm, how weird, you might be able to still find it at your MAC store/counter. Dubonnet or Desire might be a good dupes.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks, Eva! I like it without the liner, too :D
Mine need to get a whitening soon!
AmyLou
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Love it! I don’t know why you are hesitant to wear the red–you have such nice dark skin and hair. Now, if you were like, white as a ghost with a cat eye and bright lips, that might be odd!
Looks great!! Keep them coming!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks so much! To be honest, I really do feel like a vampire with this particular shade on. My boyfriend also hates red lipstick, lol.
Jessika
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
looks great! u carry it off really well. im going to a mac technique event this weekend and hope i’ll be able to find a red to suit me!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks so much, Jessika! Have fun at the event!
Sanayhs
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Ok. I want Ulta Moda now. Very nice.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thank you! It’s a very nice shade :)
Zainy
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Hey Cristine,
I luved ur 6th picture,its very vibrant.Ur makeup really FREAKS ME OUT!!!
Zzainy…
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Aww, thanks so much, Zainy!!
dawn
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Fabulous look, Girl. Everything looks great. I think I wanna try this color.
I actually love dark red lipsticks, looking for more to try. They are sexy. I LOVE Dark Side and Spice It Up, which is a more sheer red, but you can always add lipglass to it. However I have the Viva Glam lipstick, which is a more true red matte, and i really like the color, but it does NOT look good under lipglass.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Hey Dawn!
Thanks so much! It’s a really lovely color - so rich, pigmented, and really gorgeous. I couldn’t resist buying it, even though I know I’ll virtualyl never wear it, lol!
Brandi
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Wow you are working that look girl!
I think without the cat eye is more “day” and the cat eye is perfect for 6pm and later!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thank you, Brandi! I agree - the liner definitely makes it a much darker look!
Minty746
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
LOL! I love the “I VANT TO SUCK YOUR BLOOD!” That’s hilarious. I also love the eye shadows! I definitely need to check out Patina sometime soon when I gots enough monayy to seriously hit up MAC and take home bunchies of shadows.
Christine, you look fantastic with the dark red lips. I think that your full lips totally pull it off; red lip colors tend to make my lips seem wayyy smaller. Plus, the dark red really makes your white teeth stand out! I liked the Alta Moda put together with the cat eye look better. The eyeliner adds va va voom to match the red! And, it adds more definition to your eyes, so the lips don’t steal the spotlight from your gorgeous eyes TOO much.
I think that part of the allure with red lips is the expressive nature–the lips are heavily emphasized, and people can’t help but notice you more and pay attention to everything you say. I think that kind of expressive-ness empowers a woman and boosts confidence, inspiring one’s inner siren to unleash and express that kind of sexy dominatrix persona. Of course, there is the glamorous effect associated with red lips, too!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Sometimes when you’re self-conscious about a look, I’ve found the best way is to make fun of yourself and make silly faces in the mirror, LOL. You’d be surprised how many ugly faces I can make!
Thank you so very much! It’s always comforting to know others think it looks good on me, lol!
Erin
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I LOOOOOVE this!!! Love me some red lips.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thank youuuu, Erin!!
dee
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I really can’t tell the difference between the lipstick with Red Romp or without. Either way, it’s beautiful.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
It’s really subtle, but it makes it a bit brighter and has awesome sparkle, lol!
Meesh
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Good Lord no one can work a red lip quite like you, Ms. Christine!!! This is BEAUTIFUL!!! I love this look so much. I could NEVER pull it off, so you go girl!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
LOL! Well, thank you very much, Meesh! And oh yes you could!
Tonee
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I like look #2 because black eyeliner and red lips are a killer combo and you look amazing!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Hey Tonee!
Thanks so much :D
Gaby
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Vampiric is good. Very good. :D
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
LOL, well thank you, Gaby!
Sexy Sadie
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
This was so great that I can not express in words, my english just failes me.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Aww, wow! Thank you so much, Sadie :)
danielle
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
WOW!!very different. but hot at the same time.
you still look amazing! =)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks so much, Danielle!
naomi
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
is alta moda long gone? It’s gorgeous
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I don’t think so… it’s a prolongwear.
Kell
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Love the red, you pull it off perfectly, I’d definitely wear it going out if I were you. I’d really love to see Port Red on you, I’m in love with that colour.
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Aw, thanks Kell! I think I’d need an occasion that merited such a bold lip, though!
claudia m.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I love, love, looove this look!!! makes me feel like just maybe, I can rock red too =)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Aww, thanks, Claudia! I know you could!
Stacey
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
I actually really like this red on you, Christine! I can see why you would feel a bit scared of a colour like this, it’s so intense! I think it looks fantastic :)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Well thank you so much, Stacey! :)
Danielle
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
thats hot as hell
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thank you so much, Danielle! :)
Sash
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
OMG. OMG. THIS IS SO F**KING HOT!
OMG
LOL. Ur funny!
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
lol, thank you, Sash :D
Sash
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Pardon my potty mouth!
I’m just SO IN LOVE WITH THIS!
IT’S SO HOT!
LOL
Kaley
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
That red color definately works for you - you look like a vampire! (nothing wrong with that, but I think you’ll only be able to rock this look at a very limited number of places…) I wouldn’t go for a lippie as dark as your one as I’m not THAT confident when it comes to reds. I think I’ll stick to my Viva Glam I shade ;)
Christine
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thanks, Kaley :D Viva Glam I is a gorgeous shade!
sammie
Monday, May 19, 2008
I love your look, girl! I want to try it…but dont know where I could possibly wear it- any ideas?
Thanks xx
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Sammie! Evening out to a fancy restaurant, club, or super fun party?
marty
Saturday, June 7, 2008
I luv luv the lips color, where can i find the lipstick????
Christine
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
It’s by MAC, but I’ve heard that it’s discontinued. You may want to try one of their deeper red lipsticks instead!
FIVE WAYS . . . to wear red lipstick!
Saturday, August 16, 2008
[...] Vamp or die! Go bold and totally vampy with dark red lips with subtle shimmer and shine. [...]
Lish
Sunday, August 17, 2008
QUIT BEING SO DAMN HOT!
danielle
Sunday, August 17, 2008
i agree with you! hehe