Dolce & Gabbana (D&G) has appointed Melinda Melrose as Global Makeup Expert.
The Philadelphia, US, born MUA built her career through make-up tutorials and lifestyle content, and has more than 1.4 million followers on Instagram under the handle @melinda_melrose.
The Italian fashion house stated that Melrose brings an “elevated aesthetic vision, skilfully blending technical expertise with a contemporary language that resonates with new generations”.
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“Her artistic sensibility – shaped through a journey that led her to emerge as make-up artist, digital creator and storyteller – naturally aligns with the brand’s codes,” read a D&G company statement.
“Luminosity, identity, creative enthusiasm and the celebration of individuality, transforming the act of make-up into a daily ritual of empowerment.”
In the images created to celebrate her debut, Melrose wore two new additions to D&G’s beauty offering, Cherry Glaze Bar shade 02 Smitten Pink and Rose Dew Lip Bite in 02 Dainty Mauve.
The look was completed with Everfull XL Mascara 01 Total Black, Brow Restyler Pencil 05 Soft Brown Black and Blueberry Nutri-Tint.
Melrose’s appointment follows Stefano Cantino being named Co-CEO of D&G, amid a big leadership shake-up at the Italian fashion house.
Cantino will work alongside CEO Alfonso Dolce, who has also been named Chairman of the company.
This came just days after D&G co-founder Stefano Gabbana stepped down as Chairman.
Gabbana will remain in his creative role with the luxury fashion and beauty giant, which he founded with Domenico Dolce in 1985.