Yesterday was our final day in the Seven Reds in Seven Days series.

We wanted deep, wine red lips for this outfit so we chose TRUE Pure Lip Color in Empress. Because we were going to a dinner party, we wanted a color that could last through cocktails, conversation, and, of course, dinner. This lipstick formula is on the dry side, and tends to be longer lasting than some others.

After dinner, we excused ourself to the powder room to see how Empress held up and we’re happy to report it didn’t let us down—even after repeated dabbing with a napkin throughout dinner. Of course, it wasn’t perfect, but we could have easily sat through dessert without feeling self-conscious.

Stay tuned later today for a final report of  Seven Reds in Seven Days!

Today is a state holiday here in Nevada and we spent our much-needed day off running errands, doing laundry, and shopping for Halloween costumes for the kids.

Wearing red lipstick on a day like today was almost as uncomfortable as showing up to the neighbor’s barbeque in a prom dress.

Except it wasn’t quite that uncomfortable because just LOOK at this red.

This is CHANEL Rouge Allure in Lover and it’s quite possibly the most perfect red we’ve ever worn. Terribly chic, creamy, and ever so slightly pink—this is the red that all other reds want to be when they grow up.

Even in the company of our gorgeous teenage daughters (with our bangs clipped back and sporting an ugly outfit, no less) we still managed to score a compliment on our pretty lipstick.

That’s quite a feat.

Miss the previous entries in our Seven Reds in Seven Days feature? Here they are: Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5

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After a phone call from our sister telling us that our Seven Reds in Seven Days photos are depressing (apparently we need some color, and our expressions are about as exciting as a 3-hour tax seminar), we thought we’d give you a smile.

Also, we’re wearing bronzer!

Today’s lipstick is Shiseido The Makeup Perfecting Lipstick in Real Red. This is a pretty, bold red with a berry undertone that seems to suit our (newly tan!) complexion. The creamy formula is highly pigmented and lasts for hours. Very nice.

The Viva Glam holiday palettes are here and, like Royal Assets, they’re adorned in embellishments and beyond gorgeous. In two palette choices (cool and warm) each with three Viva Glam finishes, these Viva Glamorous palettes are ideal for the season of red lips. Not to mention, as with every Viva Glam purchase, every cent goes to support the MAC Aids Fund. Buy one for all your friends!

MAC Viva Glamorous: 3 Warm Lips

Lipstick Viva Glam V, Viva Glam VI
Gloss Viva Glam V
Lip Brush 316SE Red wood handle
Suggested Retail Price: $22.50 U.S./$28.50 CDN

MAC Viva Glamorous: 3 Cool Lips

Lipstick Viva Glam II, Viva Glam IV
Gloss Viva Glam VI
Lip Brush 316SE Red wood handle
Suggested Retail Price: $22.50 U.S./$28.50 CDN

VIVA GLAMOROUS palettes are currently available at MAC counters nationwide.