Latte Lips: How to Get the Viral Makeup Trend
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Latte lips — a warm, coffee-toned lip look that sits somewhere between a nude and a brown — is one of the most viral and universally flattering makeup trends of recent years. Here's everything you need to know to get the look.
What Are Latte Lips?
Latte lips take their name from the warm, creamy tones of a latte coffee — think milky browns, warm taupes, soft caramels, and muted beiges with warm undertones. Unlike a stark nude that can wash out some complexions, the warm undertones of latte lips add colour and dimension without being bold or dramatic.
Why Latte Lips Work for Everyone
- Fair skin — a light, milky latte shade adds warmth without overpowering; choose soft beige-browns and warm taupes
- Medium skin — caramel and warm nude-brown shades are incredibly flattering
- Olive skin — warm terracotta-adjacent latte shades complement olive undertones perfectly
- Deep skin — rich chocolate and deep caramel latte shades create a stunning, sophisticated look
Step-by-Step: How to Get Latte Lips
Step 1: Prep Your Lips
Exfoliate and moisturise your lips, then allow the balm to absorb fully.
Step 2: Apply a Warm-Toned Lip Liner
Line your lips with a warm-toned liner — a soft brown, warm nude, or caramel shade. Slightly overline the Cupid's bow and centre of the lower lip for a fuller, more defined appearance. Fill in the entire lip with liner to create a long-lasting base.
Step 3: Apply Your Latte Lip Colour
Apply your chosen latte shade over the liner base using a lip brush for the most precise, polished result. Build the colour in thin layers for the most even, long-lasting finish.
Step 4: Add Gloss for the Latte Effect (Optional)
Apply a small amount of clear or lightly tinted gloss to the centre of the lips over your latte shade. This adds the luminous, dimensional quality that makes the latte lip look so distinctive.
Step 5: Clean the Edges
Use a small concealer brush to sharpen the outer edges of the lip line for a polished, intentional finish.
Latte Lip Variations
- Matte latte — a velvety matte finish for a sophisticated, editorial look
- Glossy latte — a high-shine finish for a more youthful, fresh appearance
- Dark latte — a deeper, richer brown-caramel for autumn and evening looks
- Light latte — a barely-there milky beige for the most natural, effortless version
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✨ Shop Latte Lip Essentials
- Sparkle Lips – Beige — A warm, luminous beige gloss — the perfect latte lip in one effortless swipe.
- Shade Me In – Liquid Matte Lipstick — Rich, velvety matte colour — choose a warm nude or brown shade for a sophisticated matte latte lip.
- Pretty Pouts – Posh — A beautifully pigmented lip colour in a warm, flattering tone perfect for the latte lip look.
- Sparkle Lips – It's Sheer — Layer over a warm liner for a barely-there, effortless latte gloss finish.
- Precision Lip Brush — For perfectly polished latte lip application every time.
