Hello everyone, I hope the week has been good. Somehow the blogging bug didn’t bite for quite a while as I was busy with other commitments. Such as (cough) organizing a night out for my friends to waste away the occasion of me turning older, work and keeping frivolities at bay. Frivolities in other forms came visiting though, and I have a thin purse to show for it. What better way to illustrate frivolities with the YSL Rouge Volupte lipsticks that come in such a opulent case of gold?
They are so beautiful, and part of my #undeclaredhaul purchase of lipsticks. I have more to feature, but right now let’s look at how gorgeous the YSL ones are.
From left: #1 Nude Beige (Neutrals) / #26 Tender Peach (Oranges) / #29 Opera Rose (Pinks) / #30 Faubourg Peach (Oranges)
The color of the metal overlay reflects the color of the lipstick inside, very handy when one has too many lipsticks to paw through in the mornings.
The YSL Rouge Volupte lipsticks are definitely heavier than most – but I appreciate and associate the weight of it with designer cosmetic items. It’s one lipstick that I wouldn’t mind lugging around for sure! So pretty to look at. If Chanel lipsticks are an understated class, then the YSL ones are visible opulence.
I dare not say I have a review for you, but here’s a swatch of #1 Nude Beige on the back of my hand. It felt so smooth and creamy! Even though the lipstick glides on the skin, it does not lose its color to gloss.
I hesitated for quite a bit as to where better to swatch the lipstick. Actually it was a tussle between me and my obsession for brand new cosmetic items. I have a tendency to leave them in my drawers for awhile, lol. But I’m wearing #1 Nude Beige on my lips now. Initially I was afraid that the color would be too milky for me, but I’m happy to report that it looks great with what I have on now – foundation (Nars Sheer Glow) and filled-in eyebrows (Giorgio Armani). I’m a NC15 and #1 Nude Beige did not overwhelm me with minimal makeup.
I have more to say on the formula, but I shall leave that for a proper review in my next entry. I’m ecstatic to step out of my comfort zone by purchasing a pale pink that I wouldn’t normally even think about, and #1 Nude Beige being so wearable for me is a double bonus. For more looks, check out popblush who’s also having a mini give-away on her site. She regularly features the YSL Rouge Volupte lipsticks in her looks and thanks to her encouragement that I can always tone the milkyness down with gloss, I’m a happy camper with my lipsticks.
Have a great week ahead everyone, thanks for sticking around!
Iariae 
i love the color selection of your Rouge Voluptes babe! I shall whip out Tender peach tomorrow! 😉
Thanks to your suggestion, I had to get Tender Peach as well XD
I hope you are well G babe, can’t wait for your Topkapi entry~
Opera Rose looks right up my alley, I’ve been wanting a Rouge Volupte for the longest time, sigh they look so creamy and gorgeous. Where did you get yours from?
Hello Jacq~~
Yes, I thought of you when I bought #29 Opera Rose. They are really gorgeous and worth the $$. You can go swatch these at DFS Galleria (when I ninja-ed and saw your Guerlain lippie) and nobody will disturb you, lol! I got mine from the US for cheaper heh.
As you can see, I probably need no more new lippies from Burberry, cough.
But Burberry lippies are different, you must at least get one, perhaps a red one??? I rarely go to the DFS store, very suah ku leh. I must go one of these days and walk around. Lip swatches girl! We want lip swatches.
I will and I must, I saw Brick Red online and I think I would like that. I actually tried another red lipstick but uh, it was not good. *cringe* I think I would fare better if I shopped with you, since you are ‘experienced’ about bold colors hehe.
Ironically I was reading a section on Style Magazine about ‘choosing the right red’. No prizes for guessing the article wasn’t much help *shrugs*
I will do lip swatches tomorrow in the morning before I head out, on the way on the way!
You got amazing shades! I adore their packaging and love how opaque they apply. I have #1 and I love it. One of my faves. =D
Would love to see what the rest looks on you!
Btw, thanks for the mention hun! xo
Miss Y~ *bows*
You’re welcome about the mention, it’s no biggie actually. I’m in love with your latest look!
And yes, the YSL lipsticks are really opaque *deadpans* I didn’t know they are so true to color. Most lipsticks lose abit of color when you apply on your lips, but nothing short of makeup remover seems to alter the colors of the YSL lipsticks!
Me and you both love the packaging! Luxee~
Can wait to proper review on them!! You chose wonderful shades! 🙂 xx
Thanks sweetie, I’m really excited to see Brompton Road for myself! Yay for your awesome swatches ~.~