On one of my first trips to Paris, I stopped by the Chanel counter in Galeries Lafayette to pick up the infamous Chanel #14- Passion! It felt almost like a right of passage into womanhood to own and wear such a vibrant color, and it did require some skill. 

After reading, Toxic Beauty, I had to give my Chanel #14 up. The ingredients were just too scary! Luckily, I found a fabulous non-toxic makeup line to replace their mainstream counterparts. 

One of my favorite mineral makeup lines is La Bella Donna. Try Mindful Red, Burnt Orange and for a more subtle nude lip with a hint of color, Pink Sand.

(Source: macnieto, via peacelovechanel)