This particular shade is a good neutral pairing for my natural lip color. The tube size is quite portable; and the lipstick diameter suits my lip shape, which is on the smaller side. I consider it a fine 'middle' lipstick: first, my lip primer (sometimes Chapstick), next Anastasia, and lastly a bit of color or shine. It does 'pull' a tad if you don't put a primer on first. I was a bit agnostic about the color when I saw it on display, but when I applied it I was pleasantly surprised.