black & red

I love the simplicity and elegance of black and red. As I’ve mentioned time and time again, I do love nothing more than all sorts of color. However, when off to a formal event, as I was last night, black (and red) tend to win (see previous post here). I used to not think I could pull off bright red lips with red nails, but I forced myself to try about a year or so ago. It took some getting used to (I think it still scares my boyfriend a bit), but I absolutely love it. I don’t do it all the time, but when I do, it makes me feel extra special. I know it seems a bit daunting, but I urge you to give it a try. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Have a fabulous weekend.

Lips: Chanel Rouge LipstickNails: OPI Vodka & CaviarDress: ML Monique LhuillierShoes: Stuart Weitzman

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19 Comments

  1. Alyssa wrote:

    I agree, black and red is such a classic combination–I love the detail on the skirt of that dress–You look great (and you rock the red lip!).

    Have a great weekend! xo

    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      Thank you so much, Alyssa! xo, Julie

      Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  2. Ruth wrote:

    You look fabulous!!!! Miss you

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  3. amy wrote:

    Loving your dress, simply stunning!

    Amy

    Leopard and Lillies

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      Thank you all so much! xo, Julie

      Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  4. Gramma wrote:

    Hi Jule: Love your dress and make-up. A far cry from when mom would beg you to put on some lipstick and eye make up LOVE HUGS KISSES GRAMMA

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      hahaha right?! feels like it was yesterday! Thank you!! xo, Julie

      Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  5. You look gorgeous in that dress!

    LA By Diana Live Magazine

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  6. deanna wrote:

    Love that look!!! Red lips and nails are fabulous on you, but where’s a photo of the shoes????? I assume they’re black and gorgeous, but let’s see…..

    Posted 8.17.12 Reply
  7. Megan wrote:

    Great dress and lipstick 🙂 Very classy. And now I want some wine!

    Posted 8.18.12 Reply
  8. MayT wrote:

    you look gorgeous!!! Your hair is beautiful, love the dress ;-D XOXOX

    Posted 8.18.12 Reply
  9. MayT wrote:

    Oh and I nominated you to the VBA – Versatile Blog Award, check the post xoxox

    Posted 8.18.12 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      You are so sweet – thank you so so much! xo, Julie

      Posted 8.19.12 Reply
  10. gorgeous dress
    Xo Megan

    Posted 8.19.12 Reply
  11. Fredda Friedlander wrote:

    Love the classic look! Julie, always a winner in black with red lips and nails!

    Posted 8.19.12 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      Thank you all so so much! xo, Julie

      Posted 8.19.12 Reply
  12. Miranda wrote:

    Beautiful photos!

    XX,
    Miranda

    Posted 8.20.12 Reply
  13. Vanessa wrote:

    Oh gosh your hair is gorgeous! After my bleaching and dyeing I have hair like a scarecrow XD

    Love the red lips and I hope I can pull them off someday~

    Posted 8.22.12 Reply