However, don't let the shocking colours put you off. Take a look through our how to wear the trend guide below for some top tips from the biggest shows of the season, as well as the red carpet.
- On the catwalk<p> <a href="http://www.mydaily.co.uk/2011/02/01/spring-summer-2011-trend-report-colour-block/" target="_self">Jil Sander's spring/summer 2011</a> show lead the eye-popping colour trend last season, from both a fashion and a beauty perspective.</p> <p> Colour blocks of pinks, green and orange were brought alive by an injection of vivid fuchsia on the lips. This was made all the more luminous by the barely there makeup on the rest of the face and eyes. This was neon at its best.</p> <p> </p>

- Back in the real world...<p> Emma Stone brightened up the Lanvin gown she wore to the 2011 Met Ball by opting for a OTT cerise shade on her lips.</p>

- Trend translated<p> If you're looking to go bright, Countessa Flourescent Opaque Lipstick by Lime Crime will do the trick. It's smooth, matte finish means that the runway look can be achieved, without a shiny finish.</p> <p> Lime Crime lipstick, £15 available from <a href="http://www.spacenk.co.uk/home.do" target="_blank">Space NK</a>.</p>

- On the catwalk<p> At the <a href="http://www.mydaily.co.uk/2009/09/16/marc-by-marc-jacobs-s-s-2010-catwalk-review/" target="_self">Marc by Marc Jacobs s/s show</a>, the seventies inspired designs were teamed with big hair, big shades and orange lips.</p>

- Back in the real world...<p> Heidi Klum teamed her Marc Jacobs gown with a coral shade at the 2011 Golden Globes. Klum opted for a the glam, glossy approach and applied a heavy layer of eye liner for a strong, red carpet look.</p>

- Trend translated<p> MaxFactor's Max Effect Lip Gloss is perfect if you want colour and shine. Be warned, this bold, orange shade is a real statement maker. Avoid fake tan and bronzer when rocking this neon look!</p> <p> MaxFactor lip gloss, £4.99 available from <a href="http://www.boots.com/" target="_blank">Boots</a>.</p>

- On the catwalk<p> At Marni's spring/summer show, sportswear got the luxury treatment. This was amplified further by the luscious lips on display. The bold shade had a predominantly red tone, but this was no ordinary red. The hints of orange in this cherry hue made the lips glow from afar on the catwalk.</p>

- Back in the real world...<p> <em>Mad Men</em> star January Jones showed us how to wear the difficult colour at the 2011 Golden Globes. She matched her lipstick with her dress and toned down her eye makeup for full effect. It also has to be said that this shade looks fabulous on blondes.</p>

- Trend translated<p> For a blast of lip colour, look no further than Mac. Choose from a coral based shade such as Vegas Volt lipstick or go for the richer hue such as Lady Danger. Add definition and fill in extra colour with a creamy lip liner in a matching shade.</p> <p> Mac lipstick, £13.40 and Cremestick liner, £11.50 available from <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/">Mac Cosmetics</a>.</p>

