The Oscars took place last night, and many people gasped as gorgeous gowns and diamond encrusted shoes took dainty steps down the red carpet. We were more interested in the beauty trends on offer and found it very interesting that there seemed to be a return to the pink lips. Gentler and more coquettish than the full on red lip, the pink lip hints at girlishness and suggests delicacy as well as overt femininity. Less challenging than red, this is a colour that complements rather than overpowers an outfit and there are many shades to choose from. The youthful Maggie Gyllenhaal opted for a bubblegum pink shade that perfectly offset her strapless gown, whilst Sandra Bullock plumped for a rosier tinted hue, as befitted her gown. This year’s favourite Vera Farmiga chose a plummy pink, which managed to blend perfectly with her similarly tinted dress.

Check out some great pink lipsticks here!