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5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade

Yara Shahidi pays homage and it's spot on. 
5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
Sablegear and @yarashahidi/Instagram
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
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It’s been almost seven years since Sade blessed us with new music, but a simple, yet iconic sense of style is what makes her a neverending influence on multiple generations of music listeners.

Last night (January 12), we were reminded of that when Yara Shahidi shared a spot on homage to the singer on Instagram.

A photo posted by Yara (يارا‎) Shahidi (@yarashahidi) on Jan 12, 2017 at 5:42pm PST

The Blackish star dons a low ponytail and denim ensemble, almost identical to the outfit worn by Sade in this legendary photo: 

A photo posted by Yara (يارا‎) Shahidi (@yarashahidi) on Jan 12, 2017 at 5:39pm PST

A photo posted by Baller Alert (@balleralert) on Jan 12, 2017 at 6:11pm PST

Anyone who has studied this moment knows that the red lipstick is what truly brings it all together. Like the singer herself, the shade is classic and appropriate for all occasions.

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In short: it’s the one beauty product that experts say every girl should have…and we can’t help but agree. 

Self care comes in many forms and for some of us, a pop of color is the ultimate confidence booster. Whether you’re looking to channel Sade or find the perfect red for Valentine’s Day, these lippies are the latest and greatest to choose from:

 

 

01
MAC Lipstick in Russian Red

We all love our “Ruby Woo,” but don’t sleep on the other rouge shades in the makeup brand’s repertoire. 

5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
available at Nordstrom $17 Buy Here
02
Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Adora

This cult favorite is an affordable way to take on the metallic trend everyone can’t seem to let go of. 

5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
available at Sephora $21 Buy Here
03
Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in American Doll

A full coverage matte lipstick that will stay put through anything, including a Valentine’s Day kiss. 

5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
available at Sephora $20 Buy Here
04
Too Faced Melted Liquified Long Wear Lipstick

The high gloss finish will definitely leave a colorful impact on your otherwise simple makeup look. 

5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
available at Sephora $21 Buy Here
05
Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in F-Bomb

You’ll want to wear this classic red to every party, wedding and other special occasion in 2017. 

5 Red Lippies You Absolutely Need To Slay Like Sade
available at Sephora $17 Buy Here
TOPICS:  Color