Red lips may be on their yearly rise, but there s something to be said for subverting expectations. Such is the attitude of Kerry Washington, who yesterday was spotted outside of The Today Show in New York wearing a playful purple lip that took its cues from her color-coordinated ensemble.
From head to toe, Washington embraced buoyant and varied pops of orchid, her suede shoes peeking from beneath snake-print trousers, a texture knit climbing into turtleneck territory and pulling focus to her purple-painted pout. The lip look acted as the focal point of the actress s beauty moment, which also featured glowing skin, a swirl of berried blush, and a swipe of mascara, along with a rumpled bob, parted deeply to one side. And though one would assume the monochromatic approach would extend to her manicure, Washington opted for a white polish job. The small detail served to tie the look together, working with her silver hoops to offer the moment a bit of brightness. But the top-billed takeaway? A seasonal colorway may be tempting, but a simple switch demands attention.
