Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor in the Press
Since opening in 2013, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor has been recognized by national and local media as a leader in male-to-female transformation services near Washington, DC. Located in LGBTQ+-friendly Takoma Park, Maryland, Beth’s private studio offers full MtF makeovers, professional makeup artistry, photography, feminine coaching, fantasy feminization, and accompanied outings — and the press has taken notice. Below is a selection of publications and bloggers who have featured this work.
The Washington Post
“Learning to Act Like a Lady? For the Transgender Market, Coaches Help”
June 5, 2015
This is the one. Being featured in The Washington Post is a milestone few small businesses ever reach — and this article, by staff writer Jessica Contrera with photography by Linda Davidson, is a genuine, in-depth portrait of what a session at my studio looks and feels like.
The piece follows Erica, a longtime client, through her monthly makeover appointment. It captures the intimacy and care of the work in a way that no marketing copy ever could. The Post described my studio as “spoken of with deep reverence in much of D.C.’s transgender community — a leader in the emerging market of services for people starting lives in a different gender.” The article notes that I serve clients “makeup lessons, wardrobe coaching, mannerism training, photography sessions and, most prized of all, acceptance” — and that I assure every client, “It’s no problem.”
The Washington Post is behind a paywall. Subscribers can read the full article online; a limited number of free articles may be available to non-subscribers.
Tagg Magazine
“Elizabeth Taylor: An Artist of Personal Transformation”
August 27, 2013
Tagg was Washington, DC’s magazine for LGBTQ+ women, published under Editor-in-Chief Ebóne Bell. Writer Karen Houston profiled me and spoke with one of my loyal clients, Kerri, who gave a rave review. According to Kerri, whether you’re looking for a conservative, office-appropriate look or something flirty for a night out dancing, Beth nails it every time. After her makeover, Kerri looked in the mirror and told me: “If I knew that my tears wouldn’t completely mess up this work you’ve done, I’d cry.” She described me as an “intelligent, witty, articulate” woman “excellent at her craft” who naturally makes her clients feel at ease — and added that for anyone in the area who is closeted, my studio is a perfect place to start exploring yourself.
Frock Magazine
Featured: Kimberly Moore
January/February 2017
Frock was the premier print magazine for the crossdressing and transgender community, with readers across the United States and internationally. The January/February 2017 issue featured Kimberly Moore, one of my longtime models, showcasing the results of our collaborative work together. Frock is no longer published, but back issues are available to order online.
Glamour Boutique
“Top Male to Female Makeup Artists 2026”
April 3, 2026
Glamour Boutique is one of the most established and widely trusted retailers in the crossdressing and transgender community, with a physical store in Fairfield, New Jersey and a nationally recognized online presence. In April 2026, their editorial team — drawing on direct client feedback — named Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor among the top male-to-female makeup artists in the United States. The list highlights studios that “garner great customer feedback and respect for the work they do.” Of the five studios named nationally, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor is one of only two East Coast studios on the list — and the only studio serving the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area.
The Heroines of My Life
“Interview with Elizabeth Taylor” — Parts 1 & 2
September 8, 2025
The Heroines of My Life is a widely read European blog by Polish journalist and author Monika Kowalska, dedicated to profiling remarkable women in the transgender community. Monika devoted a two-part interview to me — a significant honor given the caliber of women she profiles. She described my studio as “a sanctuary where transgender women, male-to-female crossdressers, and genderfluid people come to explore their beauty, confidence, and authenticity,” and wrote that I bring “warmth, skill, and sparkle” to every session, making “everyone feel luminous, seen, and celebrated.” A reader commented: “I went to Beth for a makeover in 2015, she was fantastic! I’m going again in October 2025. She was kind, helpful and funny! Both the makeup and photography were excellent!”
Femulate
“Love Conquers All” and “MTF To Go”
September 10, 2025 and September 23, 2025
Femulate is one of the most widely read blogs in the crossdressing and transgender community, written by Stana and read by thousands of people worldwide every day. On September 10, 2025, Monika Kowalska — the journalist who interviewed me for The Heroines of My Life — wrote a guest post for Femulate titled “Love Conquers All,” bringing her portrait of my studio to Femulate’s global readership. She wrote that my studio “hums with creativity, warmth and empowerment,” that “each session is more than an appointment; it is a celebration, a step toward authenticity,” and that my work goes beyond the surface to illuminate “the soul.”
Separately, when Stana asked her readers to share recommendations for male-to-female transformation services across the country, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor was the only Maryland studio named — a community-curated endorsement that speaks for itself.
Read “Love Conquers All” → | Read “MTF To Go” →
You Can Call Me Meg
A Multi-Part Series
You Can Call Me Meg is a personal blog by a longtime member of the DC-area transgender community. In June 2014, Meg devoted four posts to her experience with me — building anticipation before her session, a dedicated post about the wig transformation she hadn’t thought possible, and a two-part account of the full session. She wrote: “This is not a hobby. She takes this business seriously and she takes both the makeup and the photography seriously.” After The Washington Post article ran in 2015, Meg wrote to her readers: “If you want to get a Liz Taylor makeover, I think you’re going to have to make an appointment way in advance… I bet she’ll bend over backwards to accommodate your schedule. She’s just a nice person.”
Meg no longer publishes new posts, but her archives remain online.
Part 1: Makeup → | Part 2: The Wig → | Part 3: The Experience → | Part 4: Reflections → | 2015: Washington Post post →
From “Me” to “Mandy”
A Client’s First-Person Makeover Account
Mandy Sherman, a blogger and client, visited my studio for a makeover and photoshoot during a weekend trip to Washington, DC. She wrote about the experience on her personal blog — including her initial hesitation about wearing a short skirt and heels, and her delight once she embraced the look. Her account is a genuine, first-person window into what a session feels like from the inside.
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