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Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud, Brocade, Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Colors Reviews, Photos, Swatches

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “pale pink.” It’s a light-medium pink with subtle, neutral-to-warm undertones and a light shine. It had mostly opaque color coverage with a moderately slippery texture–it does move around more than other shades, even if it is very comfortable on. I found this shade to be more high maintenance as a result, though, as you could easily see “lines” if you pressed your lips together and some color pulled into lip lines over the four hour wear time. Estee Lauder Nude Reveal (110) (P, $32.00) is lighter (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Hudson (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar). MAC Naked Dream (LE, $19.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar). MAC Pleasure's All Mine (LE, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Addison (P, $36.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Abigail (LE, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Shiseido Hushed Tones (RD713) (DC, $28.00) is less glossy (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Dancefloor Princess (P, $37.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Mischievous Rose (P, $30.00) is lighter (90% similar). Cle de Peau Bamboo (P, $65.00) is cooler (90% similar). NARS Vanessa (P, $34.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Impulsive (P, $32.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Viva Glam II (P, $19.00) is less glossy (95% similar). MAC Pretty Natural (LE, $19.00) is warmer, less glossy (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Mustique (LE, $55.00) is lighter (85% similar). YSL Rose Afrique (87) (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). ColourPop Last Call (LE, $7.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Revlon Wink for Pink (P, $8.49) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar). MAC Boca (LE, $19.00) is less glossy (85% similar). MAC Dream Daze (LE, $25.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “bright purple plum.” It’s a medium-dark, cool-toned berry with red undertones and a soft shine. It had semi-opaque color payoff that went on very evenly and smoothly, which is always nice to see in a berry-hued shade (many miss in this department!). The color wore well for almost six hours and was hydrating over time. Too Faced Berry Naughty (DC, $22.00) is lighter (95% similar). Estee Lauder Social Butterfly (920) (P, $32.00) is warmer (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Jack (2016) (P, $36.00) is more muted (95% similar). Dior Ultra Pulse (870) (P, $37.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). YSL Forbidden Burgundy (12) (DC, $34.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Buxom Graphic Grape (P, $22.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). L'Oreal Glassy Garnet (P, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). Inglot #293 Lipstick Cream (P, $12.00) is darker (90% similar). Hourglass Liberator (P, $32.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). NARS No Shame (LE, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Cabaret (146) (DC, $30.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). Urban Decay Sabotage (DC, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Maybelline Plum for Me (P, $7.49) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Gucci Beauty Bitter Grape (DC, $39.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Urban Decay Venom (DC, $22.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Ingrid (LE, $36.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Bite Beauty Mulberry (DC, $24.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar). MAC Marsala (DC, $21.00) is warmer (95% similar). Sephora Hear Me Roar (08) (P, $13.00) is warmer (90% similar). Givenchy Purple Fiction (07) (P, $34.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “deep purple plum.” It’s a slightly muted, dark plummy burgundy with subtly cool undertones and a moderate sheen. It had good color coverage, though not fully opaque, that went on evenly and looked smooth on the lips. The color wore well for five hours with a little color gathering in the lip lines after three and a half hours of wear. Bobbi Brown Rich Berry (DC, $37.00) is darker (95% similar). Estee Lauder Brazen (P, $32.00) is darker (90% similar). Bobbi Brown Your Majesty (DC, $37.00) is warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Bruised Plum (P, $57.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Infuse (DC, $24.00) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Dramatic Encounter (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). Bite Beauty Plum (LE, $24.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar). Estee Lauder Plum Bite (P, $32.00) is brighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Bordeaux (DC, $28.00) is brighter, cooler (90% similar). MAC Labradorable (LE, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar). NARS Liv (P, $34.00) is darker (90% similar). NYX Siren (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Estee Lauder Undefeated (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Dior Diorlunar (987) (P, $37.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Blow (210) (P, $30.00) is warmer, lower quality (85% similar). Estee Lauder Lies & Kisses (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). Bite Beauty Cassava (DC, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Backstab (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Jay (DC, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). NARS Ingrid (P, $34.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

FORMULA SUMMARY | Bobbi Brown Luxe Lip Color ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is supposed to have one-stroke color coverage with a hydrating, smoothing formula, and “nourishing shine.” I was impressed with the formula as a whole, as the majority of the shades were very pigmented in one pass with a creamy consistency that glided on easily. There’s a richness to the texture that does feel more “luxe” in a way. The natural-to-luminous shine level gives lips a smoother, plumper look, while the formula itself is hydrating and many shades are longer-wearing. I noticed that the lighter shades tended to perform more poorly relative to more light-medium to medium-dark-hued shades. There was a faint floral scent (that was a surprise, I wish they had gone the unscented!), but I didn’t have issues with taste and found it very subtle on (it’s no Dior/Chanel-level scent!). In general, I like Bobbi Brown’s lipstick formulas, and this one feels creamier and more hydrating than others, but for pigmentation, you can’t go wrong with this or the Rich Lip Color formula.

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Pink Cloud Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Brocade Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color
Bobbi Brown Plum Brandy Luxe Lip Color

Makeup Look
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On eyes:
  • Too Faced Le Grand Palais Eyeshadow Palette

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Nicole Avatar

I love this formula! I know I say it all the time. But, I’m so glad you started reviewing these because I had never bought a BB product before these. I have Plum Brandy. I think it needs a lip liner to prevent that “gathering” and I prefer it with darker colors anyway. It looks nice just smudged on lightly with a finger though too to take it down a notch. Brocade is on my wish list. Pink Cloud is really pretty. But, those really light colors can be hard to pull of some time. I would wear a liner under it as well. Do you think line would help it, or is it just way too messy?

Nancy T Avatar

Well, of course I’m drawn to Plum Brandy! And this one seems to do quite nicely with coverage and pigmentation for a deeper shade, and especially for a non-matte deep shade.
Brocade is also a great one, but I think I already own its matte sister shade in UD After Dark.
Pink Cloud looks *perfect* for next spring, perhaps!

Eleni Avatar

I just had to chime in regarding the new BB Luxe lipsticks. I purchased Soft Berry, which I believe was reviewed previously. I love it. It lasted all day at work through morning coffee, breakfast, and lunch. It also did not dry out. Now I am just wondering what other color of Luxe lipstick to get!

Susan Dowman Nevling Avatar

All the colors look great t on you but I especially love the two darker colors on you. Beautiful. I doubt I could wear the lightest color, too cadaver with my coloring. I love the darker colors and might be able to barrIcade. Will have to see. I’ve read so much good about Bobbi Brown but have never tried her products. Have no idea why.

Neha Avatar

They all look lovely on you Christine. I am envious how you are able to pull off most lipstick shades!! Plum brandy would be amazing for the holidays…

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