Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review

Can you believe that Sophia Loren is 81! Incredible. To celebrate Sophia Loren's birthday and iconic status Dolce & Gabbana have created a limited edition lipstick Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick. Such lipstick has been dubbed Sophia Loren's signature shade and of course comes within a sophisticated golden case - complete with Ms. Loren's autograph printed onto the tube. It is a rare shade in that it is not only limited addition but will appeal to all ages and should suit the majority if not all complexions.

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review

As I've mentioned the packaging above, I won't go into much more detail other on such topic other than stating that the lipstick case is weighted for a luxurious feel and of course to aid application. It is a joy to use, admire and of course show off to others - heck if you pay £31 for a lipstick you have to enjoy it, and enjoy it I shall.

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review
Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick is officially described as a bright cherry red, that has been created to enhance the natural deep pigmentation of Ms.Loren's lips. I will agree that D&G Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick is a red of some description, however it is neither bright, nor cherry in tone. Rather I would describe Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick as a light, dusky almost pink toned red that almost veers a little on the nude side. A subdued, understated, almost red if you wish, that should look wonderfully natural on most complexions - as much I hate to utter the following phrase, Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick is the epitome of "my lips but better".

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review

What makes this lipstick shade so special is that it will appeal to all ages; myself (20's) and my sister (teens) cooed over D&G Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick when it first arrived, both my Mother (40's) and Grandmother (70's) have commented on what a beautiful shade it is. Pricey, yes but it is not often a lipstick shade has such broad appeal.

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review
Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick Review

As to be expected from a D&G lipstick the formulation is utterly wonderful, a soft almost butter like texture that glides on to the lips, offering both a slick of colour and hydration. Despite being dubbed a sheer lipstick I would deem Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick to be fairly pigmented as the above swatches indicate, it does however boast a lightweight texture that is non-sticky yet slightly glossy to create the illusion of fuller lips. After three days of continuous wear I can vouch that D&G Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick is long wearing (around three hours per application) and is not prone to bleeding, feathering nor collecting into dry areas/fine lines around the mouth.

Dolce & Gabbana Sophia Loren No.1 Lipstick is exclusive to Harrods and costs £31, it has not went online as of yet.

This post contains a press sample.