Styled Archives: Iconic Celebrity Red Lip Moments

Let’s face it, in stark contrast to the minimalist ‘90s nude lip era, red lipstick has long reigned as a timeless beauty tradition and a bold statement shade for Egyptian starlets, from the early aughts through the iconic Y2K up till now. From vibrant ruby red to pure cherry, the crimson pouts have always been a symbol of empowerment, glamour, and, of course, screen siren status.

From Laila Eloui and Elham Shahin to Fifi Abdou and Mona Zaki, Arab celebrities have undeniably rocked the fiery scarlet look with an irresistible je ne sais quoi allure, proving that you can never go wrong with a classic red lip.

So, in this Styled Archives edition, we are taking you on a trip down memory lane with some of the most iconic (and ice spice) celebrity red lip moments to show you how it’s done besties…

SABAH

Nabila Obeid’s Birthday Party 2001

At Nabila Obeid’s birthday party in 2001, the late renowned songstress Sabah, aka Al Shahrora, appeared with Egyptian actor Hussein Fahmy in a 90s pure cherry lip and sharp eyeliner.

FIFI ABDOU & NABILA OBEID

Nabila Obeid’s Birthday Party at Sheraton Hotel 2000

The two icons of the Gilded Age, Egyptian actress Nabila Obeid and dancer Fifi Abdou, seduced the crowds at Obeid’s birthday with scarlet lip glam and some belly dancing on the side.

SUHAIR RAMZY

Al Mamnoa’ F Leilet Al Dokhla 1975

Besides her sleek bob cut and bold eyeliner, akin to the classic Twiggy 60s glam, Egyptian actress Suhair Ramzy’s hot pink red lips in the classic film ‘Al Mamnoa’ F Leliet Al Dokhla’ -literally- ate.

YOUSRA

Al Erhab W Al Kabab 1992

Etched in our childhood memories, Yousra’s iconic red-on-red look in the 90s classic ‘El Erhab W Al Kabab’ was the culprit behind our teenage mischievousness, and the reason why our mom’s red lipstick never seemed to last.

SOMAYA EL KHASHAB & FIFI ABDOU

Kayd El Nisaa’ 2011

For their roles in the comedy series ‘Kayd Al Nisaa’, where the duo served some rivalry vibes, El Khashab and Fifi Abdou pulled up with revenge dark crimson lips and glittery eyeshadows as they shot daggers with their eyes at each other.

LAILA ELOUI

Circa 1980s

While posing for the camera shutters during a magazine photoshoot, Laila Eloui sported a vibrant glossy red pout, complemented by a feathery beach waves hairdo.

MONA ZAKI

Ehky Ya Shahrazad 2009

In the 2000s drama ‘Ehky Ya Shahrazad’, Egyptian actress Mona Zaki not only broke our hearts with her compelling acting but also her striking red-lip moments – which literally propelled the scarlet kiss to what it is today.

ELHAM SHAHIN

Alexandria International Film Festival 2001

Appearing next to her son at the Alexandria International Film Festival 2001, renowned Egyptian actress Elham Shahin’s pink-red lips added an alluring novelty to the lipstick shade. Mother really knows how to do it...

NADIA AL GENDY

Emra’a Hazat Arsh Masr 1995

In the classic drama film ‘Emra’a Hazat Arsh Masr’, Al Gendy effortlessly pulled off the red lip look and paired it with a bedazzling white dress adorned with lace details.