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As Balmain's pointed shoulders march out of public favour and stores fill with spring's soft, colourful separates, the 2011 version of power dressing is yet to be determined. One way to always look like you're in charge? Bold red lips. Whether you're at the office or on a sexy night out, a crimson pout instantly signals you're a force to be reckoned with

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Smashbox Photo Finish lipstick in Legendary, $25 at Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix.

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M.A.C. Matte lipstick in Russian Red, $17.50 at M.A.C. counters across Canada and through www.maccosmetics.com.

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GOSH Velvet Touch lipstick in Lambada, $17 at Shoppers Drug Mart.

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Bourjois lipstick in Sweet Kiss, $18 at Shoppers Drug Mart, Pharmaprix and Murale.

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Make Up For Ever Professional Paris Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Bordeaux Red, $19 at the Bay and Sephora locations across Canada.

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L'Oreal Colour Riche in British Red, $10.99 at drugstores across Canada.

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Cover Girl Continuous Colour lipstick in Really Red, $10.99 at drugstores across Canada.

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Rimmel Moisture Renew lipstick in Diva Red, $6.99 at drugstores across Canada.

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