Orange Lips

Orange lipstick has been all over the runways for the last three seasons, and women like designer Rachel Roy have taken it into real life with stunning results. There's a shade of orange that will work well for almost anyone, but finding it can be tricky and expensive. So I've put together three straightforward tips for finding a shade that looks pretty and bright without being harsh or garish. Want to see? Then just keep reading.

According to last night's polling, many of you were not loving Jayma Mays's beauty look. Ouch. Orange lipstick is trendy right now, however, and for those of you who are looking for a hot style, this how-to's for you. Created by celebrity makeup artist Beau Nelson, the inspiration behind Jayma's look was a modern-retro feel.

To try the palette yourself, start with CoverGirl's NatureLuxe Silk Foundation ($12). Create a smoky eye by using dark brown shadows, black liner, and plenty of dark mascara. And for that sexy bright pop of orange-red color on the lips, use a sharp lip brush to apply the brand's Lip Perfection lipstick in Flame ($6).

Chloe Sevigny apparently doesn't take compliments well, so she might not like what I'm about to say: she looked fresh and cute while taking a recent dip in the ocean. (Anyone else see a vague Madonna-as-shot-by-Herb Ritts thing here?) Wearing makeup while swimming is impractical, but orangey-red lipstick can brighten landlubbers' faces just as nice. Get the look by wearing a creamy opaque color such as Milani lipstick ($5) in Mango Mambo. Pair it with oversize shades and a smile, and try not to wince when the flattery rolls in.

Ciara looked amazing last night at the Givenchy Haute Couture show, and I absolutely love her orange-red lipstick. After seeing an even brighter orange on Melanie Laurent yesterday, I'd also say that orange is definitely having a moment.

To get Ciara's look or try this of-the-moment shade for yourself, just check out the widget below — I put in a bunch of options for different skin tones and texture preferences.