Aaron de Mey

The New Zealand native Aaron de Mey may be a newer and younger face to the cosmetic industry but he has sure made a grand entrance. His fresh and daring looks have been seen in; Vogue, Prada, McQueen, Givenchy and he is now the new member of Lancôme. His love for cosmetics started at a young age and he has been inspired by his surroundings.

His love for cosmetics started to bloom when he was a student at Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design in Auckland. Aaron always showed an interest in painting and this love later transitioned into a passion for cosmetics and fashion. In the 90’s Aaron spent a vast amount of time working in the fashion industry in New Zealand, once he felt he had done the most he could there he moved to New York City where he planned on specializing in fashion. Friend Trish Goff introduced Aaron to François Nars, which lead him to participate in New York fashion week and be a part of the Nars team. This would be known as Aarons big break into the fashion industry thus creating a name for himself. Later introduced to stylist Patti Wilson who in turn introduced him to Edward Enninful, fashion director of i-D magazine. From this point on Aaron dove deep into the world of cosmetics, this meeting resulted in Aaron being the make up artist for the December 1997 cover of i-D, featuring Naomi Campbell. Within two years of arriving in the US, De Mey had become a highly regarded fashion editorial Cosmetic artist and had gained a lot of run way experience as part of the Nars team. Later Fashion label Comme des Garçons soon came knocking because they were intrigued by his ability to make a solid look that was outstanding and unique. His latest work can be seen through the Lancôme team, where they have just launched the ‘declaring Indigo’ champagne.

Many creative people are influenced by there surroundings Aaron de Mey is no acception to the rule. Drawing inspiration from his family and friends mostly and then from everyday things such as movies he has seen, books he has read, travels he has taken and even words that people have said to him. Many people through out the world gain inspiration from the music they listen too, everyone listening to a variety of things which helps the creative world. Aarons favourite music is said to be anything from the 60’s, rock and punk. His favourite band of all time he has said is Nirvana. Aaron shows us that inspiration can really be taken from anything in our everyday life, you may just have to look around to find it.

Aaron de Mey can be looked at in the cosmetic industry now as a trooper who has done his fair share to get exactly where he is today. With a personality that shines and models loving to have their cosmetics done by him. Aaron is doing very well for himself and I hope that continues and he continues to amaze the industry with his creative looks.