I ended up ordering the 3 LEs, lip balm and lip shine, then Beige Kalahari. My reasoning is that - I want to get the LE cases (I know, I know), the lip balm and lip shine should be pretty universal, and BK should be a very "safe" neutral.
Unsurprisingly, the LE shades aren't really for me (I knew this going in). Rose Inoui and Corail Fou both read neon to me. Violet Intense, I actually like, but it's definitely not a "daily" color for me & would require some heavier makeup to go with.
BK on the other hand, turned out to be too safe. It basically is exactly my natural lip color
The lip shine is cute. I can definitely see the orange tint with it though, so make sure that's what you are looking for.
The lip balm feels pretty awesome, but not sure if it's worth that price tag. I personally don't feel bad getting this one but likely won't re-purchase (unless as a gift for someone).
However, I still feel very positive about these lipsticks! I did really like the cases. I like it when they have a magnetic snap, it's so satisfying to me. I also loved the consistency and feel of both the matte and satin formulae (granted I didn't wear either for very long). And the pigmentation is super good. I will go for some reds and maybe more rose colors once the stock level stabilizes.
All in all, I think my biggest impression is that the product quality is very high (why did I ever suspect otherwise with H). I can't wait for the upcoming blush, eye shadow and nail color (I heard blush is likely the first to come)!
Thanks for stepping out and sharing.
My husband can be brutally honest, I hesitate to ask his opinion. But I did about the Orange Boite and he said he liked it. Phew!
