From the precise eyeliner to the parted lips, everything about William Klein's "Hat and Roses" screams chic. It's no surprise this stunning shot appeared in a 1956 issue of Vogue Paris.
Credit: Howard Greenberg Gallery New York
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Solange Knowles
Were you expecting a different Knowles sister? A punchy, orange-red lip was the perfect complement to Solange's vibrant sense of style for the singer's June/July 2013 Complex cover story, shot by JUCO.
Image: JUCO
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Barbara Mullen
This vintage shot by photographer Lillian Bassman perfectly captures her signature style: dreamy black and white portraits of elegant models. In this case, the model is actress Barbara Mullen blowing a kiss for a 1950 issue of Harper's Bazaar.
Image: Staley-Wise Gallery New York
We all know the power of a statement lip -- a swipe of color and a touch of gloss can give your entire look a timeless je ne sais quoi. Is there anything more seductive than a pair of kissable lips? Author Alice Harris' latest photo book, "Blow Me a Kiss," $35, is proof that no, there is not. With a curation of classic images by visual artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein (no selfies here), Hines tracks the allure of luscious, legendary lips throughout history, from Audrey Hepburn's rosy pair all the way to Lana Del Rey's talked-about pout. If these gorgeous snaps don't inspire you to reach for the lipstick tonight, we don't know what will.