On Thursday, the last day of
New York Fashion Week,
MAC Cosmetics posted the photo below of a black model sporting
deep purple lipstick at the Ohne Titel show. My first reaction was, "Wow! How stunning!"
The intensity of the pigments used to create this look was enhanced by the model's dark complexion and
full lips. And as a woman of color with similar facial features, I felt empowered to try it out for myself. But, then I noticed a slew of racist comments.
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