a shade lighter than expected but still worth the buy [SEP] to start off most of my lipsticks are from nyxs suede collection i was dying for a red since i had more of the bold colorsnow i expected this color to be darker but it is actually a bit lighter than the photo here suggests i was a tinsy bit let down by that as i was hoping for a darker shadehowever i love this product it applies so nicely you really only need or swipes to the lips i am out hours a day as a highschool student i snack about once and eat a full meal halfway through during those hours it is pretty much the only time i ever need to reapplyif you are looking for a creamy lipstick that is not drying has a smooth finish and lasts for a decent amount of time besides when eating this is the one i would reccomend