MAKEUP BY MARIO is partnering with Sephora UK for a two-day pop-up in London’s Spitalfields, giving visitors the chance to explore founder Mario Dedivanovic’s signature make-up techniques through guided sessions with expert artists.
Taking place at Bishops Square on 26 and 27 September, the experience centres on Choose Your Sculpt, with visitors able to select an Eye Sculpt, Lip Sculpt or Face Sculpt session. Each offers a different introduction to the brand’s approach to defining and enhancing facial features.
The pop-up will also showcase the new Soft Shimmer Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow, alongside personalised foundation shade matching. Bringing product discovery and practical application advice together, the event gives visitors an opportunity to explore the range with an artist’s guidance.
Beyond the make-up stations, the space will feature an outdoor lounge and MAKEUP BY MARIO iced coffee drops. A scratch-card experience will offer 672 chances to win exclusive brand merchandise, including 20 gold prizes.
The Sephora x MAKEUP BY MARIO pop-up opens from 12pm to 6pm on Saturday 26 September and 11am to 5pm on Sunday 27 September. Sephora Gold members will have an exclusive access hour from 10am to 11am on the Sunday.
Walk-ins are welcome, with advance registration available for priority access.
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