The quickest way to brighten our face in the drab, depressing winter months is to apply a bright, cheery lipstick.

Our favorites of late have been Clinique Pink Chocolate, Shiseido Rouge Irise SL8 (shimmering berry), and MAC Mystic (brick red).

Bright or dark lipstick can be tricky, and sometimes (after a few hours of wear) we look like we’ve been making out all morning (not an especially flattering visual for our co-workers.)

Thankfully, Trish McEvoy Flawless Lip preps our lips for long-lasting wear and keeps our favorite dark lipsticks from bleeding.

Someone should tell Jessica Simpson about this.

Trish McEvoy Flawless Lip, $22

We don’t need any new makeup brushes. We already have more than enough.

But they don’t call them ‘Wish Lists’ for anything, right?

How about them apples? Too bad our husband Santa doesn’t read this website.
Trish McEvoy Deluxe Power Brushes Set, $275