Best bold lips at 2013 Grammy Awards

The always trendsetting Alexa Chung showed off her full lips with a bright coral lipstick. Going for an effortless beauty look, the British fashion expert balanced her strong lips with a softly defined eye makeup finished with a gorgeous long, fanned out eye lash look. As expected, she gave a youthful edge with an undone updo and side swept bangs.Ultra-talented singer Florence Welch chose a brave warm auburn lipstick, a healthy dose of dark brown mascara and soft coral blush to complement her signature red hair. Rocking a sequined emerald green dress and a chic low bun, Welch added a glamorous edgy style that is very fitting for the eccentric annual awards ceremony.Best Pop Vocal award winner Kelly Clarkson’s vivacious personality matched her robust makeup look at the 2013 Grammys. From giving a powerful vocal performance to accepting her award, Clarkson got an instant beauty boost with a gorgeous matte rusty orange lipstick. Going for a perfectly appropriate spring lip shade, she paired her strong lips with a tousled wavy blond coif and minimal eye makeup.View the list »
Kimbra's quirky retro makeup look was so fitting with her unique fashion sensibility. Her glowing milky skin tone was a beautiful pairing with her vibrant glossy red lipstick. What could be better than flawless makeup and going home with two of the most coveted awards of the night, Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for the infectious hit 'Somebody That I Used to Know.'

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The 2013 Grammy Awards brought out a battle of two lip looks. Nude lips versus bold statement lips. Although there is something mysterious about a muted nude lipstick, the vitality of a bright lipstick always adds a touch of drama that is definitely Grammy Award worthy.

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This season, beauty brands have brought a wide assortment lip products ranging from high opacity liquid lipsticks to creamy shades of burnt orange, red and matte fuchsia.

If a new lipstick is not in your budget, experiment with bright lip looks at home by creating a custom wash of vibrant color. Get creative and mix powder blush with a lip balm for a subtle bold lip color or get intense by layering a pigmented lip pencil with a matte lipstick. There’s no formula for the perfect bold lip besides prepping with a hydrating lip balm and finishing with whatever color intensity you may be comfortable in. Complete a bold lip look with a confident posture and a beautiful smile!

Discover some of the lip looks that made the Grammy Awards a memorable night of beauty and music.

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  • Kimbra's quirky retro makeup look was so fitting with her unique fashion sensibility. Her glowing milky skin tone was a beautiful pairing with her vibrant glossy red lipstick. What could be better than flawless makeup and going home with two of the most coveted awards of the night, Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for the infectious hit 'Somebody That I Used to Know.'
  • Best Pop Vocal award winner Kelly Clarkson’s vivacious personality matched her robust makeup look at the 2013 Grammys. From giving a powerful vocal performance to accepting her award, Clarkson got an instant beauty boost with a gorgeous matte rusty orange lipstick. Going for a perfectly appropriate spring lip shade, she paired her strong lips with a tousled wavy blond coif and minimal eye makeup.
  • Ultra-talented singer Florence Welch chose a brave warm auburn lipstick, a healthy dose of dark brown mascara and soft coral blush to complement her signature red hair. Rocking a sequined emerald green dress and a chic low bun, Welch added a glamorous edgy style that is very fitting for the eccentric annual awards ceremony.
  • The always trendsetting Alexa Chung showed off her full lips with a bright coral lipstick. Going for an effortless beauty look, the British fashion expert balanced her strong lips with a softly defined eye makeup finished with a gorgeous long, fanned out eye lash look. As expected, she gave a youthful edge with an undone updo and side swept bangs.
  • Rihanna’s beautiful blood red lipstick was an impressive makeup choice for the youthful trendsetter. From her new modern shiny long locks to her standout form fitting red dress, the songstress whipped out one of the most memorable looks from the award show red carpet. There’s no doubt this girl has a genuinely inventive style.
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