8 of the best red lipsticks

Ask any beauty insider and they’ll tell you the easiest way to add that French-girl chic to an outfit is with a red lip. But how do you know which shade of red lipstick will suit you? An easy rule is, if you have fair skin then blue-red shades tend to look best, while orange-reds are more flattering on darker skin tones. Then keep the rest of your makeup simple, and pair with strong brows, a little mascara and a flawless base. 

Looking for a new shade for spring? We've picked out our favourite red lipsticks from the likes of Dior, Tom Ford and Charlotte Tilbury.