Day 24
Queens of the desert: Sue Devitt lipsticks
A review by Jessica M
Sue Devitt’s makeup line includes a palette of flattering, wearable lipstick shades in two formulas, Balanced Sheer and Balanced Matte. The colors are inspired by the landscape of her native Australia and some of her other favorite places around the world. I’ve gone through quite a few Sue Devitt lipsticks over the past few years, and my three favorites are Villefranche, Cape Colony, and Verbier.
Villefranche (left), one of the Balanced Sheer lipsticks, is a light, semi-glossy baby pink. It’s one of my favorite “my lips but better” shades for spring and summer, because it’s softly pretty and doesn’t call any attention to itself. Cape Colony (middle), from the Balanced Matte line, is a slightly warm, flushed rose with just a hint of coral. It’s a neutral-but-feminine shade that would probably suit a wide range of skin tones. I wore Cape Colony on my wedding day, and when I look at the photos, I’m still happy with my decision about that very important detail!
When I want something a little more intense, I choose Verbier (right), another one of the Balanced Sheer shades. This is a modern black currant with a slight brownish tinge that would flatter cooler skin tones from light to dark. I’m pale, and Verbier appeals to my former Goth-girl tastes! An application of one coat is polished enough for workday wear, and a second coat deepens the color without going overly theatrical. Best of all, Verbier lasts well and gradually wears down into a matte, berryish stain.
Lastly, all of Sue Devitt’s lipsticks are packaged in sleek, simple tubes with a brushed-silver finish, so they look as high-quality as they feel. They are available for $20 at Barneys New York, and they are definitely worth exploring.
Photograph of Ayers Rock by Theo Allofs, via Corbis.
Lipstick photo by Jessica M.
Labels: 40 Days and 40 Nights of Lip Service, Jessica's Reviews
posted by Annieytown @ 5:38 AM
9 Inspired Comments
9 Inspired Comments:
Have you tried Sue Devitt lip glosses? What did you think of them?
Hi! I'm on my second tube of Alanya Mini-Gloss right now. It's a peachy rose with very fine shimmer, and it works alone (very natural) or over most of my lipsticks. And it feels smooth, not sticky!
Thanks for the info. Can't wait to try these products!
SD's SUVA is the best-ever bronzey nude & her Great Australian Bight is the best-ever deep brick red. This line is excellent--her blushes & loose powder stand out & so do the Eye Intensifiers. Very underhyped!
I love all the shades, but I'd probably stick with the more
neutral pink shades.
Anonymous, I agree: This line is under-recognized! (Maybe because it isn't widely available?) I love the loose powder, the Eye Intensifier pencils (my HG liner), the Seaweed Gel Foundation, and the Microquatic Blue primer. All of them work beautifully for me!
Shopinchic, I tend to purchase neutral/rosey shades, too. Sue Devitt does have some more dramatic colors as well, for the trend-setters. ;)
I think you're right, Jessica, because now that Sue Devitt is not readily available at Sephora, people don't have as much access to the brand. I can't wait to come to NY and try Devitt!
Patti, You should try the Eye Intensifiers! :)
For anyone who is interested, here is the number for the Sue Devitt counter at Barneys on Madison Ave. in NYC: 212-833-2680. Ynolde (pronounced ee-NOLD) has also been so helpful to me, and everyone else at that counter is very nice too.
Verbier is my all time fave. It's a great everyday lip color that is buildable and wears well. :)Glad to see Sue getting some recognition. I love her eye intensifier pencils as well.
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