KILIAN PARIS has appointed Sir John, a globally recognized makeup artist and inspiration to industry leaders, as the brand’s first Makeup Creative Director. Sir John will work closely with Founder Kilian Hennessy to help shape the brand’s makeup vision, philosophy, artistry, and innovation while embodying the ‘Don’t be Shy’ motto at the heart of KILIAN PARIS’ nightlife spirit.

Makeup artist to the fashion, music, and entertainment industry’s most megawatt celebrities, Sir John is known for bringing colour and luminance as well as intuition, intention, and authenticity to his work. Sir John has travelled the world, conquering global fashion weeks, has been mentored by the biggest players in the industry, and served as Beyoncé’s go-to makeup artist. 

In the months to come, Sir John will be working together with the brand to take KILIAN PARIS makeup to the next level. The collaboration will kick off with a revamp of the established Le Rouge Parfum scented lipsticks, followed by an arsenal of makeup essentials to create the ultimate looks to own the night and uplift the party. Sir John’s makeup artistry will also be featured in brand advertising campaigns, starting with the latest fragrance launch, ‘Can’t stop loving You’, launched in January 2023. As the global voice of KILIAN PARIS makeup, Sir John will pull back the curtain and give people access to digital behind-the-scenes moments, TikTok makeup tutorial sessions, and Instagram lives. KILIAN PARIS fans will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of the most innovative makeup in an authentic journey where all are welcome aboard.