The NARS Audacious Lipstick That's Got Me Wishing for Winter

If you're familiar round these parts, you'll know I love a good red lip and the NARS Audacious Lipstick in Charlotte is no exception to that. I have sung praises for NARS' makeup here and here, and so when I was gifted this gorgeous lippy for my birthday, it definitely didn't disappoint. I'd had my eyes on this for months yet it always seemed to be sold out. After purchasing the shade Grace for my friend Grace's birthday, she felt inspired to gift me with my own NARS namesake in return.

Though this is branded as an Oxblood Burgundy, I'd describe this as more of a deep berry shade with cool pink undertones. On the lips I'd say it looks a bit more as it does in the tube than in the swatch, but even so, the pigmentation is brilliant and the colouring is the perfect shade for the autumn/winter season. The formula is so creamy and accordingly glides so effortlessly along the lips, making for a dreamy application and luxe satin finish. Moreover this what I'd call a 'one swipe wonder' in that it leaves a distinct opacity in just one coat.

The packaging is just as luxurious as the formula's finish. It is a rather heavy tube, but hidden within its sleek, black casing is a magnetic closure (that I could probably play with for a good half hour as I am very easily amused). Made out of metal the tube is definitely an improvement from the brand's previous rubbery packaging, as this newbie is fingerprint resistant, but yet it has kept it's matte signature look. At £24 this lipstick is not cheap, but you do see where your money is going in terms of the lipstick's quality - both in and out of the bullet.

This currently holds a very special place in my makeup bag, it has my name on it after all... And although it's practically autumn already in the UK (typical British weather and all *rolls eyes*), I'm anticipating the cooler months to make wearing this bold shade more socially acceptable. I see myself sporting this with a sleek high pony-tail and nude-ist eye in the evening, and even though I love summer, I'm actually really excited for winter on the makeup front.

Have you tried anything from the Audacious range? Do you own any makeup products that literally have your name on it?

Charlotte x