MTV Reality Star Shallon Lester Gets A Special Occasion Makeover at the Beauty Studio

Whether strutting down Fifth Avenue, hitting the hottest clubs till dawn, or just exuding that über-confident air of mystery, many New Yorkers think they’re celebrities. Located in the heart of Midtown, Sephora on 34th Street has seen its fair share of A-list clients over the years, from stunning supermodels to teen sensations.

Looking like a celebrity — even just for a day — is now easier than ever with our Special Occasion Makeovers. Book an appointment with one of our talented color experts, and we’ll have you camera-ready in no time, and even better, you’ll have a ton of new tips and tricks guaranteed to make you fabulous and flawless.

Recently I had the pleasure of working with an actual reality-TV celebrity, Shallon Lester, the star of MTV’s Downtown Girls, before one of her press events. During her Special Occasion Makeover, I gave the Glamour.com blogger a sassy yet subtle smoky eye using the LORAC Multi-Platinum Palette and the Smashbox Jet Set Waterproof Eyeliner in Black. I also reached for a favorite among Hollywood’s stars and makeup artists alike, the TEMPTU AIRbrush Makeup System, to give her gorgeous skin a healthy glow. Side note: I’m totally convinced the 302 Gold Highlighter was solely made for her complexion! Since no smoky eye is complete without a nude lip, I turned to a few barely there shades for Shallon’s perfect pout. Try the LORAC Lip Pencil #18 and Couture Shine Liquid Lipstick in Vintage then top it with NARS Lip Gloss in Greek Holiday for a little extra sparkle.

If you haven’t checked out Downtown Girls yet, seriously what are you waiting for? Have your friends over and do a mani/pedi party (with Sephora by OPI) or kick back with cocktails and watch Shallon and her friends dish on the hot topics on every single gal’s mind: dating, guys, relationships, oh, and shopping, too. And don't forget to check with your local store for more details on the Special Occasion Makeovers. —Jenni Mennella