November 12, 2013

Chanel La Desiree Rouge Allure Velvet Matte Lipstick Review & Swatches

This was provided to me by a brand for review and I receive a small commission if you shop using the links in this post but all opinions are my own.

chanel la desiree rouge allure velvet matte lipstick holiday 2013

Chanel La Desiree (327) Rouge Allure Velvet Matte Lipstick ($34) is one of two limited edition matte lipsticks shades that launched with the Chanel Nuit Infinie de Chanel Holiday 2013 Collection.

If you’re a love of vampy lip colors (and matte ones) I think Chanel La Desiree Rouge Allure Velvet Matte Lipstick could prove a love!

Chanel La Desiree Rouge Allure Velvet Matte Lipstick is a deep, rich berry red with a matte finish. I’d call the shade a warmer sultry red with a more neutral undertone that both warm and cool skin tones should be able to pull off.

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chanel la desiree rouge allure velvet matte lipstick swatches

It’s a very color rich shade so a single application gives an opaque finish. The wear is very strong as well lasting at least six hours on my lips without eating or drinking. Around hour seven it shows some signs of wear and at eight a staining effect is left behind. The creamy texture feels weightless on lips and it doesn’t tug during application. The velvet finish is very comfortable to wear however, I do experience a bit of dryness at around hour four but the color doesn’t bleed, migrate, or feather during this time even though it gets a bit drier with continuous wear.

Needless to say it is a rather stunning vampy red and very wearable as well!

It’ll be a beautiful festive shade for your Holiday looks.

I don’t love matte lipsticks but La Desiree could change my mind.

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It’s available now at your favorite Chanel counters or online at Nordstrom.com.

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Do share your thoughts on it!

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This was provided to me by a brand for review and I receive a small commission if you shop using the links in this post but all opinions are my own.

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  • Georgie

    This is honestly one of the most flattering and lovely looks I’ve seen on you, Muse! You should definitely wear this lipstick all holiday season and beyond.

  • Nadia

    Gorgeous! You look so beautiful and fancy. You should definitely wear this look to a christmas party!

  • melissa

    another oy from me tonight LOL This looks great on you and shows more of a satin then a true matte-matte-matte. I love chanel lippies as a general rule. I think I’ll go try this on this weekend. Lovely!

  • Megan

    Hi. So i tried this color on in the store and loved it, but they discontinued it. Do you know any other company that makes a similar shade?

  • ana

    god WHAT INSURANCE BROKER ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?!?!

    YOU ARE A HOT 15 YEAR OLD. FULL. STOP. !