It's that time of year again when wearing red lipstick is slightly easier; romantic nights out, glamorous parties, chunky knit sweaters and New Years Eve are all reasons enough to wear a good red lippie. You can't sing in 2010 without wearing the perfect party red lipstick now can you?

We've been testing our way through the latest reds from MAC to Guerlain, to bring you our top five. Yes, red lipstick is well and truly back this winter.

 

Guerlain Rouge G lipstick in Greta number 22
"This is a sophisticated red wine shade which gives you that 1950s screen siren look. I'm no Greta Garbo but I sure felt like her in this lippie! The texture is rich and creamy and I found it lasted really well. If you don't want to go for a young pinky red then this is for you. Plus have you seen the packaging? It's gorgeous and well worth the extra cost."

£25, debenhams.com

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