The perfect nude lipstick shade is like the perfect pair of jeans. It’s a lifetime relationship, a look you depend on day after day. Nude lips can be totally sexy and dressed-up, and they can be laid-back, everyday pretty. They’re that versatile. However, pick the wrong shade, something too light, too opaque, or too beige, and the result is jarringly corpse-like. Pro Tip: Choose a nude that’s two shades deeper than your natural lip tone. That’s it. The result is pure, effortless beauty. Here’s our roundup of the best nude lipstick shades this year!