On the subject of unique and complicated scents, there’s a reason Kilian Paris is totally irresistible to A-list celebs — including our favourite bad gal, Rihanna (Love, Don’t Be Shy is claimed to be her favorite (and signature) perfume).

And for a brand that’s already larger than life — they only got even larger.

A top name in the luxurious fragrance market, now as a part of the brand’s makeup expansion, industry veteran and beloved celebrity makeup artist Sir John will join as Kilian Paris’ first Makeup Creative Director. Sir John will work closely with Founder Kilian Hennessy to assist shape the brand’s makeup vision, philosophy, artistry, and innovation, while embodying the ‘Don’t be Shy’ motto at the guts of KILIAN PARIS’ nightlife spirit. 

“Makeup has the power to instantly put you in a festive mood and uplift the party, just as fragrance,” says Sir John in a release from the brand. “Each tell a story and transmit how you should show up on the earth. I’m honored to have the chance to work with Kilian Hennessy and the KILIAN PARIS family to share my vision of makeup. I can’t wait to create essentially the most luxurious products to pair with the brand’s amazing perfumes and convey to life essentially the most stunning looks to party all night long.”

Sir John is maybe best known for working with Beyoncé, in addition to Serena Williams, Viola Davis, Gabrielle Union and Naomi Campbell. Over the course of 20 years, the now very sought-after makeup artist has worked his method to the highest of an industry where success is contingent on making connections. 

“Sir John is a real fan and advocate of KILIAN PARIS,” says Founder Kilian Hennessy. “His incredible expertise will allow him to infuse a daring latest vision into our makeup. He’s been an revolutionary makeup artist within the industry for over 15 years, working with celebrities and stellar artists of the music and fashion industries, making him the proper partner for KILIAN PARIS.” 

A match made in Parisian heaven.