Chili Flake Lipstick

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30 with 30, week eight
Remember when I finally got my hands on some Poppy King for J.Crew lipstick and the day I shared it with you all it went out of stock?


(The great thing is this lipstick is layer able. The more layers, the deeper the color. This was only one swipe.)

Yeah, I was pretty disappointed too.

Rumors are flying that it’s coming back, but also that it’s over forever, so I’m going to give up on them re-releasing it for now.

In the meantime, however, walk yourself right into J.Crew and pick up some of this Chili Flake lipstick by Face Stockholm for J.Crew. It’s almost identical, except it’s a little bit more orange. 




It’s the perfect bright orange-y red to pump up a neutral outfit. 



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And now I’m going to share with you the makings of a lipstick post.

I take 99.9% of my photos with my tripod, a wireless shutter release, and attempts at the best lighting possible. And a lot of luck that I’m standing in the frame.

But let me tell you—there are a lot, a LOT, of really great (read: awkward) photos that are snapped during my photo-taking. 

My attempt at capturing this lipstick left me with a multitude of awkward photos to choose from, so I thought I would share so we can laugh together.

These have either a made up caption, or absolutely what I’m thinking during these shots.


“Maybe if I look off into the distance. . .they’ll take my lipstick seriously. “

“I’m over this. Plus? My eyes are expressionless 100% of the time.”

“Let’s pretend that Grits is doing something cute in the corner.”

“Maybe if I laugh at something hilarious in the window I’ll look like one of America’s Next Top Models!”

“Focused on the wrong thing.”

“Cropped. Dang it”.


There you have it.

What really happens during the making of a lipstick post. 

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Free To Be Me says · 08.08.12

LOVE the lipstick color…and that you shared your hilarious/semi-awkward photos of the progress of photo taking 🙂

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Anonymous says · 08.08.12

Love your sense of humor!

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Anna says · 08.08.12

Great color, funny captions under your awkward yet beautiful pics!

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Anonymous says · 08.08.12

That is one bold lipstick shade.

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Brianne Heape says · 08.08.12

Hahaha, love color & your awkward photos! 🙂 I’m always looking for a great, orange-y/red lipstick. However, I’m more of a stain lady. Do you have any stains you prefer? Right now, I’m using the Stainiac from my Birchbox – Prom Queen.

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Maria DaintyandDecadent says · 08.08.12

One can never go wrong with a great red lip and this one is perfect 🙂

Maria
Dainty and Decadent

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Jes says · 08.08.12

I love this color! It’s so bright and fantastic.

And the out takes? They all look really good! except for the wrong focus, obviously.

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Jessica Eubanks says · 08.08.12

You are gorgeous! Love the color and the lol-worthy outtakes! Thanks for sharing.

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Christina Arsenault says · 08.08.12

Your first picture, you write that you have OPI’s Cajun Shrimp nail polish on.. then the next few photos where you are holding your lipstick up, no nail polish! 😉

But really – this is a great color on you. You’re beautiful! 🙂

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Kate says · 08.08.12

That first photo was from the original posts about a month ago. 🙂

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Mama Fuss says · 08.08.12

random question: where did you get the wireless shutter release for your camera? I have been looking for one for eons for my husband and I’m not having any luck. Hmmm. Maybe I should google.

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Kate says · 08.08.12

I got mine at Wolf Camera

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Judy says · 08.08.12

I bought mine from Amazon, just check that it works for your camera.

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Kate says · 08.08.12

It looks REALLY GOOD! I think I like it better than poppy king!

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pretty little things says · 08.08.12

what a great color on you! I wish I could rock lip color like that! xo

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Anonymous says · 08.08.12

still a cutie pie…

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diditeach says · 08.08.12

Cute post…..

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marien riquelme says · 08.08.12

que color tan bonito!, yo aún no me he atrevido con los rojos…..no sé si me quedarían bien 🙁
Mªen

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Anonymous says · 08.08.12

Love your posts and your sense of style! Do you remember where you got those earrings?? Thanks!

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Jessica says · 08.08.12

What a great lipstick color! The awkward photos with captions are really funny. Maybe this is a link-up party in the making — “Awkward Photo Wednesday”?

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Kimberly says · 08.08.12

Kate, what colors are you wearing on your eyes and cheeks in this post? Love this look on you!

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kylie says · 08.08.12

looks great on you Kate but i could never wear an orangey lipstick.

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Amy says · 08.08.12

haha thanks for the bloppers real. I think that lipstick is great!

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kyla @ cute&simple says · 08.08.12

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Kerry Forristall says · 08.08.12

I’ve been eyeing this very lipstick…might have to take the plunge:) How funny that you explain how you take your pictures in this post, as I was reading I was wondering it. Great job! PS: Love when you do makeup posts, we have similar coloring, so I get a lot of great advice!!

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kyla @ cute&simple says · 08.08.12

Love this color Kate! It’s the perfect mix of red and orange!
and your photos are too cute for words =)

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Stephie @ Our Marriage Adventure says · 08.08.12

So question – how do you optimize your lighting? Whenever I do this something just seems off.

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Chadzgirl says · 08.08.12

does any one know of a red red color? not an orange red. or a pink red. but a true red… like the opi nail color.. color or minnie?

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Amy says · 08.08.12

Red Apple Red by OPI is a really great red.

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Amy says · 08.08.12

Oops! I meant Big Apple Red.

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Chadzgirl says · 08.09.12

sorry i should clarify 🙂 does anyone know a red red lip stick?

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Kathy says · 08.19.12

@Chadzgirl .. I just recently found a great blue based red lipstick. It is a true red. I am not normally blonde but have a lot of blonde in my hair now because I am struggling to cover early graying. I found this color at Ulta. It is by Smashbox and it’s called Grenadine. It in the Be Legendary line of lipsticks. They also have an Ulta look a like in their line. It doesn’t really have a name but it’s number 202. I didn’t try it on but it is similiar. I was looking for something that stayed put so I went with the $19 Smashbox lipstick. Hope this helps. http://www.smashbox.com/products/search/esearch.tmpl?search=grenadine

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Beth {Design Your Dwelling} says · 08.08.12

Thanks for the “photo shoot” preview! You are so darn photogenic! 🙂

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....... says · 08.08.12

love this shade on you! somehow these darker shades never look that good on me. hhmmmm maybe will try this one! what happens in a lipstick post….haha so cute this totally happens to me! gigi. food and beauty blogger @ http://www.gigikkitchen.blogspot.com

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Blue Dog Belle says · 08.08.12

WOW. I remember when you were SO hesitant to wear bright lipstick. Look at you now! Love it girly!

xo, Emily
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Nancy@OwensOlivia says · 08.08.12

This is hilarious! Did you only paint the nails on your left hand??? Too funny.

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Kate says · 08.08.12

That first photo is from about a month ago when I wrote the original post!

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kristinwithani says · 08.08.12

Beautiful!

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still being [molly] says · 08.08.12

love that color, kate! so pretty!!

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dxeechick says · 08.08.12

All your pics are still cute!

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Amanda fithian says · 08.08.12

I’m still laughing hahahaha

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Maria @ All Things Luxurious says · 08.08.12

What a gorgeous color — very bold, but definitely a fun color to try. I love your out-takes, too! Lol, very very cute.

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Zazzy Episodes says · 08.08.12

I love your sense of humor and great choice in lipstick!

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Nicole @ Haute Runner says · 08.08.12

Great colour! Thanks for sharing how you take your pictures- I always wondered that! You are a great photographer considering that you are taking pictures of yourself! I have a remote for my camera- not sure if that’s the same as a wireless shutter release but I need to learn how to use it so I can take great pictures like you do!

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Judy says · 08.08.12

Like the lipstick on you Kate…me it would loove hideous, Orange and me do not agree!

QUESTION: NEED HELP! Any products that can help with keeping the curl in your hair? Other than using the Aquage for texture….I curled once today….droop in 15 mins…..finished makeup and curled with a tighter iron, left alone in the tight curls and ate a salad, and came back 15 minutes later…droop again but do-able. I loaded up the Kenra 25 and went on my way but I’d love to have the tighter curls stay much longer. I’m buying duck-bill clips tomorrow. Sad, I used to have easy ti curl hair and now…not so much! Thanks!

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Nancy or Nana says · 08.09.12

Funny captions to your pictures!! Thanks for sharing!! I needed that chuckle!!

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kristen delancey says · 08.09.12

What cut do you recommend for fine, thin hair that is below the collar bone? I am having an issue deciding to go short or keep growing it. I feel like I am never happy with my hair? Approximatly an inch needs to be cut.

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Megan says · 08.09.12

If these are your “awkward” photos I am NEVER posting mine!! haha

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Leanne @ Simply Beautiful says · 08.09.12

I loved this post, but mostly I liked laughing with you. So thanks for being awkward. And thanks for being willing to show us that you can be awkward. And one more thanks, thanks for showing us a fun lip color. Okay, that’s all the the thanks I can manage.

Have a lovely day! 🙂

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Anonymous says · 08.09.12

You’re funny. I can’t bring myself to step out in the bright lipsticks….yet. I’ll put one on and walk around the house and right before I leave the house I wipe it off.

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StrawberryBlonde says · 08.09.12

I just had to tell you that I’m loving your bangs growing out. Beautiful!

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Casie says · 08.10.12

I LOVE the next top model pic. You look like you’re on a talk show, in a cute way. (not like your husband just slept with your best friend and they’re telling you on tv way) sorry…did this comment just get dumb? Anyway, you look good Kate!

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Kristen says · 08.10.12

You take such beautiful pictures and the captions are hillarious! I’m too scared to try something that bright,but it looks so good on you. Maybe I’ll check out the makeup counter at the mall and try some on before I purchase anything 🙂 Thanks for sharing!! I always look forward to reading your blog and seeing your pictures!

Have a good day
-Kristen
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Heather says · 08.10.12

Love this color! I have something similar in Mary Kay’s lipgloss called “Mango Tango”. I would love to see a comparison between the two. The Chili Flake appears to be more of a matte finish whereas the Mango Tango is more shimmery.

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kelle grogan says · 08.11.12

can you dish on your make up?
and how to apply the eyeshadow? it looks great but i need some lessons on applying!!!!!

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AndreaLeigh says · 08.13.12

I actually think the 4th picture looks like an outtake from a reality show! like you paused mid- diary room or something. haha!

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Jessie says · 08.14.12

The lipstick looks beautiful and i love seeing the behind-the-scenes dose of reality 🙂

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Jane says · 08.16.12

I love your lipstick. I makes your teeth look so bright!

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Melissa says · 08.24.12

You really look like in a reality talk show. 😀

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Gwen Stewart says · 08.24.12

OMG! You really look fantastic wearing that lipstick, you look like a celebrity that can compete with Angelina Jolie’s perfect lips. You are truly amazing. Keep it up sister!

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Meghan Siudzinski says · 09.10.12

My chemistry always changes the lipstick color, so it never looks the same on me as it presents in the tube. My lips make color pink to the point that I buy brown lipstick in order to get something a little calmer than a loud mid-summer pink. Any advice?

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Brandi says · 10.27.12

Your photos are great…not awkward at all! I would have thought you were a lipstick model! Ha!

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Today's Gift says · 02.27.13

You do know there’s a lady who will make your favorite color lipstick for about $10-$12 Right?? All you do is mail her a small sample of the color and how you’d like it to be. Matte, Moist, etc., She custom blends a lot of colors for some people I know. I will get her name for you. She will custom blend to order your, Poppy King by J Crew if you send her a sample.

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Irene Jennings says · 01.16.14

I absolutely adore red lipstick. Unfortunately it doesn’t look good on me so I don’t wear it.
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