Beauty Makeup Would You Wear Poppy Lipstick like Rihanna? By Marianne Mychaskiw Marianne Mychaskiw Instagram Marianne Mychaskiw is a New York-based freelance writer, editor, and lover of Britney Spears who covers everything from beauty and style, to wellness and entertainment. A graduate of St. John's University, Mychaskiw was a previous staffer at InStyle, working her way up from intern to associate beauty editor — so you already know she will never leave the house without slathering on mineral sunscreen. InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on December 2, 2012 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/WireImage Bright lip colors aren't just for summer anymore! Just look at Rihanna, who wore a vibrant red to her album release in New York City. Thanks to the dominant scarlet undertones, the bright pigments balance out, making the shade wearable for the fall. The term "poppy red" is often pegged to most vivid crimson hues, but the flower's true hue has slight orange hints—a perfect match to the shade Rihanna chose. Just keep the warmth or coolness of your skin tone in mind: Warm complexions look best with colors that have a yellow base, while blue-based lipsticks flatter those with cool skin. We want to know: Would you wear a poppy lip like Rihanna? Answer in our poll! MORE:• Rihanna’s Pompadour ‘Do• Try on Rihanna’s Hair • Rihanna Goes '90s in her Clueless Dress Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit