"FOR COLORED GIRLS" BEAUTY INSPIRATION

 

 

Colored Beauty "For Colored Girls"

This Friday, “For Colored Girls,” Tyler Perry’s film adaptation of Ntozake Shange’s critically acclaimed play, enters the hearts of women all across the nation. We channeled the essence of each character, along with her signature color, to find a few beauty picks that embody these 10 phenomenal performances. 

 

 

The Lady in Red

Fiercely strong and dressed to kill, Janet Jackson is “Jo,” the lady in red. Try Bobbi Brown’s Lip Color in "Vintage Red," a striking hue with plenty of soul and sass. 

 

 

 

 

The Lady in Yellow

Anika Noni Rose takes us on a journey from delightful dancer to damaged goods as “Yasmine,” the lady in yellow. NYX Chrome Eyeshadow in "Yellow" is an inspiring shade sure to restore the light in your eyes. 

 

 

 

 

The Lady in Blue

“Kelly,” played by Kerry Washington, stirs the audience with her quiet sadness as the lady in blue. RMK Ingenious Gel Eyeliner 02 is a perfect reflection of her somber song. 

 

 

 

The Lady in Brown

Kimberly Elise turns tragedy into triumph as “Crystal,” the lady in brown. Check out NARS Coconut Grove eyeshadow. It’s a beautiful matte brown fit to weather the storm. 

 

 

 

The Lady in Green

With a heart big enough to love an entire universe, Loretta Devine is “Juanita,” the lady in green. Toss in a sprinkle of forest sparkle with MAC Pigment in "Golden Olive." 

 

 

 

The Lady in Purple

Tessa Thompson takes us on a young woman’s turbulent journey through love as “Nyla,” the lady in purple. Urban Decay’s Deluxe Eyeshadow in "Ransom" is as vibrant and rich as Nyla’s spirit. 

 

 

 

The Lady in Orange

Thandie Newton is “Tangie,” the salacious woman in orange. Throw caution to the wind and perk up your lips with Christian Dior Diorific Lipstick in "Orange Cancan."

 

 

 

The Lady in White

Staying true to her spiritual convictions, Whoopi Goldberg is “Alice,” the lady in white. Keep it pure and chaste with Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow in "Linen." 

 

 

 

 

Mother to All

Phylicia Rashad radiates warmth and tenderness as “Gilda.” Although she’s not attached to a specific color, she’s the film’s glimmer of hope, like the subtle twinkle of Make Up For Ever’s Mat Bronze.

 

 

 

Twisted Sister

Macy Gray will keep audiences trembling with her performance as “Rose,” a tortured soul with a soiled past. The intensity of Napoleon Perdis Eyeshadow in "Queen of the Night" mirrors her chilling scene.

 

 

 

 

 

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