I as well have a fair complexion (lighter than NW10).My favorite MAC nude lipstick from their permanent collection is Pure Zen. If you wanted to try a few lipsticks in various colors and finishes, you may consider a lip palette. At $40 for six shades, it comes out about the same price as two lipsticks. They last a long time for me and let me play with colors I might not have bought otherwise. I adore these! Six Preferred Pinks has some pinky nudes. Show Orchid and Violetta are electric, though. So much fun. MAC lipsticks are meant to be worn with a lip liner (and preferably a primer). The MAC website has free, super fast delivery. If you fall in love with MAC and decide on face makeup, I would suggest getting color matched at a store or counter. My skin is so light that I have to mix MAC Face and Body in white into Studio NW10, which I purchase from the MAC website. I am an avid fan and have worn MAC for 10+ years. So basically as long as I have worn makeup. I have other brands and prefer them in some products, but I will always have a soft spot for MAC. Good luck on your adventure!