We Found Alternatives Of All The Shades Of Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Lipsticks!

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Recently, our collective feeds were flooded with the announcement of Estee Lauder and Sabyasachi collaborating to launch a limited edition of luxury lipsticks, which aims to celebrate the colour story of India. The collection houses 10 matte-hued shades that are named very quintessentially Indian, containing exquisitely crafted warm, spicy notes of cinnamon. The packaging also carries the opulent essence of Sabyasachi, with a glided case topped with his iconic tiger medallion, all plated with luxurious 24 Karat gold. 

And though we were very much looking forward to trying these lipsticks, the pricing has caught us a little off guard. It is definitely on the steeper side of the hill, each shade retailing for INR 5,400. So, till you and us finally figure out the budget for these, and complete a good streak of savings, here are some shade alternatives that you can score in one-tenth of the price and look fabulous.

Calcutta Red

Inspired by the home state of Sabyasachi, Calcutta Red is the most talked-about shade of the collection, and for all the right reasons. We're people who love their reds and take them very seriously. Calcutta Red is a bold, sophisticated, and glamorous shade that will help you make a statement anywhere you go. It's bright with a very strong rouge undertone, and we can see how it's going to look stunning on an Indian skin tone. Maybelline's Bold Crimson is a super-close shade match that lasts up to 12 hours and is infused with the goodness of shea butter. It's very easy on the pocket and will give you that same matte finish.
Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Calcutta Red

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Calcutta Red

₹5400
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Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick - 634 Bold Crimson

Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick - 634 Bold Crimson

₹329
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Coffee Masala

Coffee Masala is a shade that is out there but also quite sophisticated to wear every day. The ultra matte shade is inspired by the earthy, warm, toasty robust coffee found in the southern part of India. It's an intense deep brown that would especially look great on deeper skintones. The Swiss Beauty in the shade Chocolava is one of the bestsellers and a very close match to Coffee Masala. The formula is also super hydrating, comfortable to wear and long-lasting.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Coffee Masala

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Coffee Masala

₹5400
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Swiss Beauty HD Matte Lipstick - 11 Chocolava

Swiss Beauty HD Matte Lipstick - 11 Chocolava

₹399
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Tropical Tangerine

Tropical Tangerine is inspired by the fresh tangerines and the bygones of the summer. Honestly, we don't think this is their most Indian skin-tone-friendly shade and not one that we gravitate towards, but we get why people like it. Lakme's Cushion Matte in the shade of Orange Blossom is almost the same match as this, which is infused with French rose oil extracts so it's hydrating and comfortable to wear. It glides on super smooth and is perfect for days when you need that pop of colour.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Tropical Tangerine

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Tropical Tangerine

₹5400
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Lakme Cushion Matte Lipstick - Orange Blossom

Lakme Cushion Matte Lipstick - Orange Blossom

₹299
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Apricot Silk

Apricot Silk is a satin matte shade, which we think is perfect for daily wear. It's an elegant, warm, and decadent colour with a hint of tawny rose and a sheen of fine silk. The closest finish we found is the Huda Beauty Power matte lipstick in the shade Wedding Day. We've always been huge fans of Huda Beauty Bullet lipsticks not only because of their stellar shade range but also because of the amazing formulation for one swipe application.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Apricot Silk

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Apricot Silk

₹5400
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Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick - Wedding Day

Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick - Wedding Day

₹1995
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Pomelo Rose

As we said, Huda Beauty encompasses a great range of shades, and we believe their Rendezvous is a pretty close match to Pomelo Rose by Sabyasachi. It gives the same sultry, tropical, and languid vibe with a rose-pink undertone, which has the potential to become your go-to summer shade. 

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Pomelo Rose

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Pomelo Rose

₹5400
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Huda Beauty Mini Power Bullet Matte Lipstick - Rendezvous

Huda Beauty Mini Power Bullet Matte Lipstick - Rendezvous

₹1150
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Udaipur Coral

Udaipur Coral is influenced by the serene city of lakes, Udaipur. It's a fresh, bright pink colour that's perfect for when you want a pop of colour but don’t want a loud lip. The Peachy Affair from the Lakme 9 to 5 range is a pretty close dupe. The lipstick is enriched with vitamin E, cocoa, and shea, making it hydrating to wear. It's also transfer-proof and water-resistant, with a weightless formula that provides a 16-hour matte finish.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Udaipur Coral

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Udaipur Coral

₹5400
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Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color - Peachy Affair

Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color - Peachy Affair

₹550
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Rouge Bengal

Rouge Bengal is another quintessential Sabyasachi shade. It's glamorous, bright, bold, and dramatic, with a satin matte finish. L'Oreal Infallible Matte Resistance Liquid Lipstick in the shade French Kiss delivers the same timelessness. The Infallbibe range is smudge-proof and infused with hyaluronic acid, so even though the finish is super matte, it still hydrates and nourishes your lips. 

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Rouge Bengal

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Rouge Bengal

₹5400
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L'Oreal Paris Infallible Matte Resistance Liquid Lipstick - 245 French Kiss

L'Oreal Paris Infallible Matte Resistance Liquid Lipstick - 245 French Kiss

₹999
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Devi Pink

Pinks can be quite tricky for Indian skin tones, but Devi Pink seems like a good balance and one that would actually look great. We think that Kay Beauty's lipstick in the shade House Full is a very similar pink. It's got a velvety luxe texture that almost feels like a highly pigmented lip balm. Plus, it protects your lips from sun damage too.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Devi Pink

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Devi Pink

₹5400
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Kay Beauty Matte Drama Long Stay Lipstick - House Full

Kay Beauty Matte Drama Long Stay Lipstick - House Full

₹999
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Bombay Berry

Bombay Berry might just be our favourite of all. It's a very deep brown with hints of berry, and would look great on all skin tones and undertones. The shade is reminiscent of Bollywood glam and stardom and is as iconic as the red one. We think Sugar's Tan's Helen (Chocolate Brown) is the perfect dupe for this one, offering a premium finish on the lips with the same hints of berry and brown. We've used this one and loved it. It gives you intense pigmentation with just one swipe and is matte yet comfortable to wear.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Bombay Berry

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Bombay Berry

₹5400
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SUGAR Matte Attack Transferproof Lipstick - 05 Tan Halen (Chocolate Brown)

SUGAR Matte Attack Transferproof Lipstick - 05 Tan Halen (Chocolate Brown)

₹749
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Muslin Tea

Last but not least, we all expected something 'chai' out of this collaboration, and Muslin Tea really came through. It is a unique nude that seems like it would look good on all skin tones. Colourbar's vegan matte lipstick in the shade Bitch Kiss is a very close match that is enriched with the goodness of Vitamin E and tea tree oil.

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Muslin Tea

Estee Lauder X Sabyasachi Limited Edition Lipstick Collection - Muslin Tea

₹5400
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Colorbar Powerkiss Vegan Matte Lipcolor - Bitch Kiss

Colorbar Powerkiss Vegan Matte Lipcolor - Bitch Kiss

₹499
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