The pink lipstick hunt continues… and I may have found IT! THE ONE! Naturally it had to be in the budget busting category of luxury lipsticks by Guerlain. Naturally 😛
Its the Guerlain Rouge G Serie Noir lipstick – a hefty piece of luxury lipstick encased in a black lacquered compact. The cap opens up with a built in mirror as with the regular Guerlain Rouge G lipsticks. Here’s a comparison between the Serie Noir one and a regular silver bullet.
No difference in size. Its all perspective 😛 No difference in heft either. They are both equally heavy. Or they certainly feel that way. You can check out an earlier review of the regular Guerlain Rouge G lipstick in Grace I did before this. I’ve since picked up 2 more from the regular line but haven’t gotten round to showcasing them 😛
The black lacquer compact is limited edition and so is the colour. I have Fuchsia Délice #70. Now, before you go peeking at the pictures, close your eyes for one moment and imagine what a colour with a name like Fuchsia Délice will be. Bright pink? Bright fuchsia? Oh-my-eyes-so-bright pink? Ready? Now hop along and take a peep below 😉
Fuchsia Délice is a deceptive name. I was worried when I first saw the name. The last thing I needed was another fuchsia lipstick. Pretty colour but not quite an everyday lip for me. I don’t have the Barbie doll personality to go with it 😛 But blow me down if the lipstick in the tube isn’t the prettiest pink you ever did see!
I loved it in the tube. The contrast of the pink and the black is at once decadent and luxurious. Love! But I was still a little worried. The pink in the tube is pretty but I wasn’t sure if it would look right on my skin.
I needn’t have worried. Unlike the regular Rouge G line, the Serie Noir lipstick goes on sheer and glossy. It swatches sheerer than it looks, which suited me fine. I can wear this with just 1 layer for a light sheer glossy pink lip or layer it on for a brighter glossy pink lip.
It is not in the least bit drying, and despite being glossy and having lots of slip, it lasted me through coffee and water for roughly 4 hours. That’s perfect by me!
I’d wear this with a stronger eye but muted cheeks, so the pink comes through, but isn’t overwhelmed by pink cheeks 🙂
Pros: Lovely smooth glossy texture, Sheer but can be layered without caking, Beautiful packaging, Lovely colour
Cons: Scented, Heavy to carry, Very pricey!
Everytime I whip out the Guerlain Rouge G lipsticks, and the mirror pops up from the cover, I think to myself “Show off! Who uses that?”
But yesterday I found myself having to touch up my lipstick while walking outside (Kids! Do not try this at home!) and for once, I was thankful for the mirror in the cover. Its large, so I can see my whole lip and it was a cinch to swipe on Fuchsia Delice and make my entrance 😉 So yeah. Show off! 😉
I realise its a pricey lipstick but have you tried any of the Guerlain Rouge G lippies? I love the texture and colour and the fact that they aren’t drying but feel beautifully light on the lips. Its a worthy splurge for me 😀
Paris B
Guerlain Rouge G lipsticks retail at RM158 each at all Guerlain counters. The Guerlain Serie Noir Rouge G is limited edition for Spring 2011 and comes in 3 shades.
rinnah says
February 11, 2011 at 3:35 pmI really like this look you’ve done! 😀
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:05 pmThanks Rinnah! 😀
mrsdjones says
February 11, 2011 at 3:35 pmParis, the pink is so lovely and it matches your skin perfectly. Oh my! I am tempted. I love lipstick especially the creamy ones with beautiful packaging! It is expensive but… I want one! Should i? :p
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:06 pmThanks! If you love lipstick, you’d love these. They are amazing going on and the colours are beautiful too. Check them out at the counter if you can 🙂
lemon says
February 11, 2011 at 3:41 pmLove the color on your lips, matches your skintone and eyeshadow, was it grey or lilac? Anyway, matches you perfectly!
Nice weekend! ;-D
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:07 pmThank you Lemon! Actually it was shades of grey which somehow suited the bright pink lip. Have a lovely weekend!
sombf says
February 11, 2011 at 3:42 pmScented and very pricey……….but this colour is so beautiful!
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:07 pmUnfortunately, that’s true on all counts! 🙂
AnT says
February 11, 2011 at 3:51 pmEnvious! You have very kissable lips!! 😀 Makes me want to go check out the colours now! You~
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:08 pmEeps! Did I inspire a want? 😉 Thanks for the compliment 😀 Perfect for the kissing season eh? LOL!
AnT says
February 12, 2011 at 8:40 pmYes. Your beautiful lips inspire me to desire more~ lippies 😀 Yes, perfect for the smooching season and excellent for all seasons 😀
By the way, went to Isetan Gardens last night to check out the lippie, unfortunately, no Guerlain promoter to be seen though. What a pity 🙁
ParisB says
February 12, 2011 at 11:19 pmIsetan Gardens Guerlain promoter is always missing or doesn’t know a thing. Its such a pity! There was one older lady at the counter who is more helpful but I forget her name now. Most times though I see the young ones who know nothing and are never there 😛
Nikki says
February 11, 2011 at 3:53 pmDefinitely worth the price if it can last through coffee! 😀 works really well on your simple eye makeup 😀
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:08 pmYep! I pull this out for when I feel really lazy to do anything with my eyes as it brightens up the face instantly! Love!
Nadia says
February 11, 2011 at 5:47 pmOoh wow! You look real good with this one! Suits you. This one doesn’t suit me but I’m so gonna try out the orangey shade when I get back. Pricey, but yes, well worth the price, me thinks.
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:09 pmThanks Nadia! The Orange one was a tad warm on me although I liked the nuances too. Maybe if I’m feeling flush you know… hehe… I hope you get it – they are so worth it! Well if you like lippies and all… 😉
gio says
February 11, 2011 at 6:10 pmThat’s one of the prettiest pinks I’ve ever seen and it looks beautiful on you! But why does it have to be so expensive?! It’s very tempting though..
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:15 pmpsst! Its the name attached to it 😛 hehe… thank you Gio its definitely one of my favourite-est lipsticks for now 🙂
Sam says
February 11, 2011 at 6:11 pmThe packaging is simply stunning! Love the Fuchsia Delice. I wonder if it will be available in South Africa?
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 6:17 pmI hope it is! Do let us know if you find it or decide to get it 🙂
Grace says
February 11, 2011 at 9:21 pmThis is the kind of pink shade I’ve been looking for! RM158 for a lippie is pricey. I went to The Gardens to check the blush out and they were so beautiful I almost teared. Mum agreed it was beautiful but thinks it’s not worth the price. I’m still thinking of getting the blush and have now added this lipstick to my list! 🙂
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 10:58 pmIts a pretty pink isn’t it? 🙂 The blush is certainly very lovely. Hope you get your hands on either one 🙂
Natalie says
February 11, 2011 at 10:00 pmLooks so pretty! It reminds me of Shu Uemura lippy tho…#344?
Is the casing fingerprint friendly? 😀
ParisB says
February 11, 2011 at 10:59 pmEeps! Not familiar with Shu 🙁 Numbers confuse me 😛 and the case is very fingerprint friendly. Its like the blush case so less visible prints than on shiny metal 😀
Connie says
February 12, 2011 at 1:50 amNaturally!
Looking good, PB! Congrats to the both of us for trying new lip colors. Now I need to see you in a nude!
ParisB says
February 12, 2011 at 2:46 pmThanks! And yay for trying new colours 🙂 I gotta find a good nude. most times I look too washed out
Monstro says
February 12, 2011 at 1:59 pmOh man! I’m so in love with this pink–so gorgeous on you!
One of the nicest packaging for lippies too. 🙂
ParisB says
February 12, 2011 at 2:55 pmA beauty isn’t it 🙂 Thanks! 😀