Red lipstick is making a comeback thanks to Taylor Swift – but who has the most iconic pout of all time?

Published on September 30, 2025 at 09:11 PM
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PUCKER up… red lips are back in fashion thanks to style icon Taylor Swift.

Loads of lippy and are rocking the trend, according to a poll.

Marilyn Monroe laughing, wearing a black dress with a white collar and earrings.Red lipstick is making a comeback, with Marilyn Monore voted the all-time iconic red lipstick wearer

A lipsmacking 88 per cent of under 35s have recently embraced the classic look.

Seven in ten were influenced by celebs, with 65 per cent citing make-up trends.

was the pout-standing iconic red lipstick wearer of the current generation, gaining 29 per cent of the vote.

But easily shook her off as the all-time iconic red lipstick wearer . . . with 44 per cent.

Of 2,000 women surveyed, 70 per cent prefer crimson and scarlet to the muted nudes, browns, and clear glosses which have been popular in recent years.

The study by insights agency Perspectus Global found 47 per cent consider the ultimate fashion statement.

One in five say it makes them feel sexier and a similar number feel empowered.

Celebrity hair and make-up artist ­Liv Davey said: “The red lip never loses its appeal.

“Something about the simplicity makes it so beautiful — seamless yet alluring.”

Taylor Swift in a colorful patterned jacket and pink top, looking to the side.Taylor Swift was voted the iconic red lipstick wearer of the current generation
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Top ten red lip queens

  1. Marilyn Monroe
  2. Taylor Swift
  3. Rihanna
  4. Elizabeth Taylor
  5. Lola Young
  6. Debbie Harry
  7. Madonna
  8. Angelina Jolie
  9. Julia Roberts
  10. Audrey Hepburn


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