What Color Lipstick to Wear With a Yellow Dress?

by Jessica Alberto
Lipstick for Yellow Dress

Gorgeous as a ray of sunshine, a yellow dress will definitely brighten up the room. And though it might be as bold as a fiery red or orange dress, that doesn’t mean that this energetic hue doesn’t make a statement.

Bright, warm, and feminine, there’s a shade of yellow for every skin tone and occasion. Whether you’re wearing a formal lemon yellow gown or a casual mustard yellow outfit, the key to pulling off this gorgeous hue is to find the right lip color to complement it.

Lipstick can totally enhance the look of any outfit. If you want to learn the perfect lipstick shade for a yellow dress, we’ve got you covered. Below, we’ve listed down the 13 best lipstick colors to wear with yellow dresses.

Beige

Beige Lipstick for Yellow Dress
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If you want your yellow dress to be the focal point of your entire look, you can’t go wrong with nude lipstick. And as far as nudes go, beige is definitely one of the most “nude” shades out there. This warm, light brown hue closely resembles the color of the skin. Though subtle, it enhances your natural lip color in a way that looks simple yet glamorous. Plus, it gives you more room to play with colorful eye makeup. When using a nude shade that’s similar to your skin tone, make sure to use a darker shade of lip liner to define your lips. Otherwise, you might end up looking washed out.

Nude Pink

Nude Pink Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Nude lipsticks with pink undertones give you the versatility of a neutral while adding just a touch of color to enhance your lips. This romantic lipstick color creates a softness that works really well with lighter shades of yellow. Pair a light pink nude with shimmery eyeshadow, a bit of blush, and wispy lashes for a delicately feminine look.

Taupe

Taupe Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Taupe is a cool-toned, almost grayish-brown hue that will an edginess to a pastel or neon-yellow dress. The key to pulling off this vampy lipstick shade (which can make you look a little pale) is to intensify your eye makeup. Go for a neutral-toned smokey eye, winged eyeliner, and thick lashes. Don’t forget to line the waterline with black eyeliner for extra definition.

Peach

Peach Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Orangey-pink lipstick shades like peach have the ability to bring out your skin’s natural warmth and glow. This universally flattering color is one of the easiest lipsticks to go for when wearing yellow. Use the same shade on your cheeks and lids for an easy monochromatic makeup look. Add a shimmery bronzer and highlighter into the mix for an effortless sun-kissed glow.

Mauve

Mauve Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Mauve is a pale pinkish-purple hue that adds a soft tint to your lips. It works as a “my lips but better” color lipstick for medium to dark skin tones. While it isn’t considered a nude or neutral, it’s versatile enough for any type of eye makeup look or shade of yellow dress.

Rose

Rose Lipstick With Yellow Outfit
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If you want a “my lips but better” shade of lipstick, you can’t go wrong with rose. This medium pink comes in a wide variety of shades, ranging from vibrant to dusty rose. Deeper shades of pink can enhance your lips while adding a beautiful pop of color to your yellow outfits.

Magenta

Magenta Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Hot pink lipsticks work surprisingly well with yellow outfits. Paired with a rich yellow or gold dress, magenta lipstick provides a fun yet sophisticated pop of color. This statement lip color is best worn with minimal blush, groomed brows, and a contoured face. Add a winged eyeliner to achieve a glamorous bombshell look.

Orange

Orange Lipstick With Yellow Dresses
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Orange might seem like an unusual lipstick color to wear with a yellow dress, but there’s something about this combination that looks vibrant and refreshing. It’s the perfect shade to pair with yellow outfits during the summertime. Lighter oranges like tangerine look great on fair skin tones, while deeper shades like blood orange are more flattering on medium skin tones. Those with dark skin tones can pull off any shade of orange. For an effortless summer look, keep the rest of your makeup simple with minimal blush, neutral eye shadow, and a few coats of mascara.

Burnt Orange

Burnt Orange Lipstick With Mustard Yellow Dress
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An easier way to wear an orange lip is to choose a muted shade like burnt orange. Not only is this the perfect lip color for fall, but it also looks amazing with deeper shades of yellow, such as mustard and goldenrod, as well as yellow dresses with an orange undertone.

Classic Red

Red Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Can you wear red lipstick with a yellow dress? The answer is yes! A classic red lip can elevate any yellow outfit, but this deceivingly simple lip color takes some effort to get right. First, you’ll want to choose the right shade of red for your complexion. Orange-based reds look amazing on warm skin tones, blue-based reds are more flattering on cool skin tones, and those with neutral undertones can wear any shade of red. Second, you’ll want to learn how to apply red lipstick properly to achieve a flawless look.

Maroon

Maroon Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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As much as you love a classic red lip, you’ve got to admit that it has its time and place. For occasions when you want the elegance of red lipstick without the boldness of such a vibrant hue, go for a deep red with earthy undertones. Shades like maroon, brick, and mahogany have the je ne sais quoi of red lipstick but are a little more understated. Pair your mustard yellow outfit with a dark red lip and an earth-toned smokey eye for a gorgeous autumnal look. If you have cool undertones, opt for a deep berry red lip instead.

Plum

Plum Lipstick With Yellow Dress
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Yellow and purple are complementary colors, so it makes sense that purple lipstick shades like plum would look amazing with a yellow dress. This deep reddish-purple hue contrasts beautifully with rich yellows. An easy way to wear this dark lipstick color is to apply it to your lips and then blot it out. This will give you a stained, almost lived-in look that’s super chic when paired with a soft smokey eye.

Chocolate Brown

Chocolate Brown Lipstick With Yellow Outfit
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Brown is a neutral shade that works on every skin tone and looks amazing with any shade of yellow. On darker complexions, brown lipstick works like a nude; it enhances the color of your lips ever so slightly, which gives you room to play with colorful eyeshadow looks. On lighter complexions, this earthy hue creates a statement that looks undeniably sophisticated when paired with dramatic lashes and a contoured face.

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