A few days before Christmas, everyone expected to see Princess Charlene of Monaco in deep red, as the season almost dictates. During the traditional Christmas tree at the Palace, alongside Prince Albert II, it was a very different beauty detail that caught the attention of photographers. A choice that changes everything.
Because for this distribution of gifts to the children, the princess swapped the iconic red for a light, radiant lip shade, almost out of step with winter. A bias that poses a real question: what if Christmas makeup was now played in pink rather than crimson?
Charlene of Monaco, a Christmas Tree that shakes up beauty codes
Seen on December 18, 2025 during the Christmas Tree ceremony, Charlène of Monaco opted for a look faithful to her minimalist style, but twisted by this summer color on the mouth. Where one usually expects velvety burgundy or plum, she chooses softness.
This bright pink lipstick brings immediate clarity to the face and contrasts with the cozy atmosphere of winter. The contrast with the traditional end-of-year codes is clear, without the whole thing losing its princely elegance.
A luminous pink lipstick that reinvents Christmas makeup
Neither totally nude nor garish, this pink lipstick is in a very flattering zone: a subtle shade that softens the features and gives the complexion a real boost of freshness. Where dark colors can harden lines, this pink creates an almost instant healthy glow effect.
On the princess, the result remains very contemporary: delicate, luminous mouth, which attracts the eye without dominating the rest of the face. This “winter pink” shows that a shade considered spring-like can, when properly dosed, become a chic option for December evenings, especially when you prefer a softer finish than the classic glamorous red.
How to adopt this winter pink on the lips and in your hairstyle
To copy this idea on yourself, the trick is to choose a light but slightly strong pink, rather creamy than too glossy. Some quick tips to help you find your way:
- Light complexion: a soft, slightly cool pink to wake up the face.
- Medium complexion: a luminous rosewood that remains natural.
- Matte complexion: a warmer pink, tending to soft coral.
The other secret of the look lies in the princess’ structured bun, “neat and well-made, a signature of her minimalist look.” The pulled hair clears the face and leaves all the light to the lip makeup. This duo – rosy mouth and structured hairstyle – offers an interesting balance between rigor and modernity, easy to reproduce with a low slicked bun or an ultra clean ponytail.
Is pink lipstick really suitable for Christmas makeup?
Yes, as long as you choose a subtle pink, neither neon nor too beige. A bright but soft shade replaces classic red very well for fresher Christmas makeup.
How to choose your winter pink according to your skin tone?
Fair skins benefit from opting for slightly cool pinks, medium skins on rosewoods, and dark skins on warmer pinks tending to coral.
What eye makeup to pair with bright pink lipstick?
A nude or champagne shadow, a discreet line of liner and lots of mascara are enough. The idea is to keep the look light to leave the rosy lips at the center of the look.
Should you adapt your hairstyle when wearing pink lipstick in winter?
A clean hairstyle – pulled bun, low bun, smooth blow-dry – structures the face and avoids any overly childish effect, especially with a light mouth.
