Here’s Why The Rom-Com Lips Trend Has Become Everyone’s Favourite (And Ours Too!)
If you grew up watching Katrina Kaif's perfectly glossy lips, then this trend might just be for you.
I was halfway through my third watch of 10 Things I Hate About You when I first noticed Heath Ledger’s soft, flushed lips. They weren’t too glossy, not too done, but just perfect. Yes, I know how that sounds, but there’s a theory behind this: the rom-com lips. Skip to me scrolling on Instagram and watching Ananya Panday and Bella Hadid do the same, which means this ’90s trend is definitely back, and I’m in for it! It’s real, it’s wearable, and officially the most romantic thing that has happened to 2025. Here’s the full decode!
What Are Rom-Com Lips?
Whenever I think about rom-com lips, my mind immediately goes back to the subtle flush of colours that adorned the lips of icons like Julia Roberts or Meg Ryan, and even Katrina Kaif in the early 2000s. It’s soft, blurred, semi-matte finish that feels naturally glossy. They’re cloudy on the edge, a little balmy in the middle, and not anything related to a ruler or a lip brush. “The best way to get that bitten, glossy lip look is to dab a little red lipstain in the centre of your lips and top it off with gloss. Now go say high to the world with your main character look,” says our Beauty Writer, Sakshi Singh.
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Why Are They Trending Again?
The modern age is all about anti-perfection beauty trends, and this just follows the list. They fit perfectly into this movement, offering a polished yet effortless look. This perfectly goes with the underdone eyeliner screaming, “I got caught in the rain without an umbrella,” and that messy hair look screaming, “I definitely didn’t try, but thanks.” You can blame the TikTok girls rewatching Clueless or Katrina Kaif’s old songs. Or maybe, just maybe, we’re all finally craving beauty that looks a little less filtered and a lot more like falling head over heels.
IT Girls like Bella Hadid, Lily Rose Depp, Ananya Panday, and Khushi Kapoor have often been spotted with rom-com lips looking like pure icons. So, grab your semi-matte lip balm, wear that tiara, and let your lips tell a story of their own! Whether you’re going on that romantic date, work trip, or just want to add that extra touch to your everyday outfits, rom-com lips are perfect for each event.
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Also Read: What Are Cinderella Lips And Why Is Everyone Talking About Them?
How To Get The Viral Rom-Com Lips?
1. Prep Your Skin: You must start with a hydrating lip balm to ensure that your lips are soft and moisturised for the amazing rom-com lips!
2. Take A Semi-Matte Lip Balm: A must-do trick is choosing a shade that looks very similar to your natural lip shade. This can help with the effortless part of this viral trend.
3. Dab, Press: Instead of just swiping the lip balm on your lips, dab it with your finger, and then press it again. Trust me, the finger knows what it’s doing! This technique creates a soft, diffused colour reminiscent of a romantic film scene.
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Also Read: Did You Know You Should Wet Your Lips Before Applying Lip Balm? Here’s Why
Will you ever try the rom-com lips? Let us know!
First Published: May 27, 2025 5:47 PM
