Makeup Artist · New York
Kanako Takase
Japan-born make-up artist Kanako Takase moved to New York at 22 after graduating from beauty school in Tokyo and spent four years as first assistant to the make-up artist Yadim. She has keyed runway shows for Saint Laurent, Hermès, Bottega Veneta and Max Mara, worked on campaigns for Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs, and in 2019 was named Global Creative Director of the Japanese cosmetics brand ADDICTION.
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About Kanako Takase
What is Kanako Takase known for?
- Kanako Takase is a makeup artist based in New York, known for a tokyo-trained, new york-based artist who has keyed runway beauty for saint laurent, hermès and bottega veneta.
Which shows has Kanako Takase worked on?
- Kanako Takase's show credits are being added to the index.
What is Kanako Takase known for professionally?
- Kanako Takase: Global Creative Director, ADDICTION cosmetics (2019–); runway make-up for Saint Laurent and Hermès.
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