Few lipstick shades are as timeless as a deep berry. Rich, dramatic, and surprisingly wearable, these wine-inspired hues return every fall—but they’re just as stunning for a bold summer evening look. If you’ve been eyeing MAC Diva, you may be wondering how drugstore favorites Revlon Black Cherry and Milani Black Cherry compare to the best-selling Diva shade. Today I’m swatching all three side by side to see how they compare in color, depth, and finish.
Swatches
Swatched in natural sunlight from top to bottom:
• MAC Diva
• Revlon Super Lustrous Matte Lipstick “Black Cherry”
• Milani Color Fetish Matte Lipstick “Black Cherry”
Although all three lipsticks fall into the dark berry family, they each have their own personality.
MAC Diva
MAC Diva is an intense reddish burgundy. It’s richly pigmented and strikes a beautiful balance between classic red and dark wine, making it one of MAC’s most recognizable statement lipsticks. Compared to the other two, Diva appears slightly warmer and more refined, with a true burgundy tone rather than an intensely purple berry. Buy MAC Diva at MAC or Amazon.
Revlon Black Cherry
Revlon Black Cherry leans noticeably cooler than MAC Diva. The shade has stronger plum and berry undertones, giving it a moodier appearance. Similar to MAC Diva, Revlon Black Cherry also features a matte finish. Buy Revlon Black Cherry at Amazon or Walmart.
Milani Black Cherry
Milani Black Cherry is the deepest of the three swatches. It has the richest berry undertones and a creamy, satin finish that gives it an intense, dramatic look. While it shares the same dark fruit-inspired vibe as MAC Diva, the color pulls more raspberry-plum than burgundy. Buy Milani Black Cherry at Amazon.
Final Thoughts
Whether you splurge on MAC Diva or save with Revlon or Milani, you can’t go wrong with a rich berry lipstick. If your collection is missing a bold wine lip, any of these three deserves a spot in your makeup bag—your choice simply comes down to whether you prefer a classic burgundy, a glossy blackberry, or a dramatic satin plum.
