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Kate, A Glam-Next-Door Girl

Kate and I had a great time getting her ready in her glamorous but casual style. She brought her wardrobe including dresses, sweaters, jeans, wigs, and sunglasses. For makeup, she knew she wanted a bold, black eyeliner look including on her waterline. We matched the color of her sequin dress to champagne, copper, rose, and brown eyeshadows from MAC. Kate loves light pink lipstick topped with shiny gloss. We waited to add the gloss until the indoor photos since wind combined with long hair can make a mess of gloss in no time.

Kate invites you to follow her on Instagram @kateshields78. Here’s how Kate describes herself:

“Since she was eight, Kate has known that her gender identity includes a significant female component. She is still discovering where on the gender identity spectrum she fits but has felt a strong pull toward female gender identity and expression since 2020. Kate loves fashion. Over the years she has evolved her look by merging casual and glamorous styles to create a unique ‘glam next door’ look. Her other photos, past and present, can be found on Instagram @kateshields78.”

Wardrobing by Kate Shields

Makeup artistry, photography, and photo editing by Elizabeth Anne Taylor

Beth sees clients six days a week at her private Takoma Park, Maryland studio for male-to-female transformations, makeup artistry, photography, feminine coaching, and accompanied outings. Clients regularly travel from other areas in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Southeast United States including Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, and West Virginia. Read more about her services and book online anytime at her makeover menu.

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on January 5, 2023 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser, crossdressing dressing service, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, professional photographer, trans-women, Transgender Mid-Atlantic, transgender transformation service, Virginia, Washington DC

Lucy Dresses for Success

04 Jan

Lucy sought out a professional business woman look, complete with a business suit, hose, and low pumps that she provided. She asked for natural looking makeup with light brown eyeshadows and a neutral, defined lip. We experimented with wigs, and she decided on the Cameron from Jon Renau for her professional look while enjoying a longer hairpiece for her glam outfits. After photos in the studio, we strolled through the neighborhood and down New Hampshire Avenue taking photos during the hour of magic and as the evening light faded.

Makeup and photography by Elizabeth Anne Taylor

Wardrobing by Lucy and Elizabeth Taylor

Book your total makeover and photoshoot anytime at Beth’s makeover menu online. Beth sees clients six days a week at her private Takoma Park, Maryland studio for male-to-female transformations, makeup artistry, photography, accompanied outings, and more. She regularly sees clients from Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and West Virginia.

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on January 4, 2023 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser business woman, dressing service, genderfluid business woman, male to female transformation, Maryland, Maryland crossdressing studio, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, professional makeup artist, professional photographer, transgender women

Melanie

31 Oct

Melanie asked for a natural makeup look with neutral, skin-tone eyeshadows and a soft, natural lip color. We used MAC eyeshadows in Brule, Arena, and Texture with a medium brown Kohl eyeliner in Costa Riche on her upper lid. For her lips, we used a MAC Powder Kiss lipstick in Sultriness over a clear lip primer, skipping lip liner in favor of a softer look.

Melanie chose three dresses and wigs from my wardrobe for her main photos. Her hair choices included the Cameron from Rene of Paris, the Jackson from Noriko, and the Robin from Noriko. She wanted a casual, mainstream look for her outing so we switched over to blue jeans, a black blouse, and a black leather jacket paired with black booties and the Cameron bob. We went for a casual walk in downtown Takoma Park, passing guests enjoying restaurant meals outdoors.

Check out Melanie’s images. Which look is your favorite?

Makeup, photography, and wardrobing by Elizabeth Taylor

Book your total makeover, photoshoot, and outing experience online at https://makeoverswithelizabethtaylor.fullslate.com/. Beth’s studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland near the I-95/I-495 interchange north of Washington, DC. She regularly sees clients for MtF transformations from Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and North Carolina.

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on October 31, 2022 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser, genderfluid, head to toe makeover, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor, makeup artist, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, professional photographer, Transgender, transgender women

It’s party time! Join the DC Trans Ladies for our Fall Soiree in Bethesda, Oct. 15!

11 Sep

Hi ladies! I know you all have been asking for another event so I’m excited to announce that the Bethesdan Hotel has reopened their restaurant and is eager to have us return for our signature Soiree! So assemble your favorite fall outfit (boots anyone?) and join us at our Fall Soiree in bustling downtown Bethesda, Maryland on Saturday, October 15! We will be having dinner at 7 p.m. and hanging out at the bar, lounge, and restaurant areas ’til the bar closes around 11 pm. Crash at the hotel, and be sure to book using our discounted group rate of $119.

The Bethesdan Hotel hosted the DC Trans Ladies at the Saint Patrick’s Day Soiree in 2019.

At our signature soirees, we invite trans-women, their partners, and friends to socialize, network, and relax. We encourage new girls to come out to help boost their confidence and garner tips from those more experienced. And of course, we love having our regulars come out too!

If you haven’t joined the DC Trans Ladies Meetup group yet, this would be a great time to do so if you are a trans-woman, an MtF crossdresser, or genderfluid! (Men are not accepted as members but are welcome at events as guests of members.) We have active members from their twenties into their seventies, and we’d love to have you join us.

If you’re not feeling ready for girl mode in public, you are still welcome to attend in guy mode. Upon arrival, introduce yourself as a member to the hosts, and we will welcome you warmly. Please consider joining us at the Soiree Dinner in the hotel’s dining room. It is an opportunity to sit with your sisters and get to know them.

RSVP to the Soiree dinner here: https://www.meetup.com/dc-transladies-community/events/288362699/

RSVP to the post-dinner Soiree here: https://www.meetup.com/dc-transladies-community/events/288362761/

The Bethesdan hotel staff is delighted to have us, and to demonstrate their appreciation they’ve set up a special room rate of $119/night and discounted event parking. Visit the Meetup events, above, for the booking link and to check out all the event details.

If you’re looking to get your Soiree makeup professionally applied, I will be offering makeup makeovers at my studio in Takoma Park, MD.

Bring your smartphones and cameras, and take pics to share on our meetup site.

We look forward to seeing you all at our Fall Soiree!

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on September 11, 2022 in Makeovers, Parties

Tags: crossdresser dressing service, crossdresser events, DC Trans Ladies Meetup, makeup artist, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, transgender events, transgender women, Virginia, Washington DC

Meet Sabrina!

07 Aug

Sabrina and I had a great time at her makeover and photoshoot this weekend. She brought two outfits: a red, shoulder-baring blouse with shiny, black leggings and a black, crop top paired with a long, black skirt with leg-flaunting slits.

She selected deep, red eye shadows from the MAC Flameboyant Palette and a vivid, orange lipstick to pair with her red blouse. For hair, she started with her natural hair. Then she tried on several wigs before settling on an ombré-auburn, long, curly wig from Joi Wigs in Springfield, Virginia.

Sabrina is a dedicated athlete and a repeat client.

Makeup and Photography by Elizabeth Taylor

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on August 7, 2022 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: black transgender woman, makeup artist, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, professional photographer, trans-women, transgender woman, Virginia, Washington DC

Meet Bethany!

27 Jun

Check out Bethany! Bethany enjoyed a total makeover and photoshoot at Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor. She chose two outfits from the studio wardrobe and a gray dress of her own that she paired with three studio wigs. Neutral, brown eyeshadows and a bold, red lip gave her a classic, timeless look. Bethany’s looks range from sophisticated to clubby to the girl-next-door. Which one is your favorite?

Makeup Artist and Photographer: Elizabeth Anne Taylor

Wardrobing by Elizabeth Anne Taylor and Bethany

Book your total makeover and photoshoot online today. Browse the makeover menu here. Beth’s studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland near I-95, I-495, and Washington, DC. Her makeover studio is in easy driving distance from many locations in Virginia, West Virginia, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.

A brunette woman wears a form-fitting red and black dress with black heels. She is standing and looking toward the camera. — Bethany looks poised and elegant.

A brunette woman wears a form-fitting red and black dress with black heels. She is standing and looking away from the camera. — Who does she see?

A brunette woman wears a form-fitting red top. She is standing outdoors and looking away from the camera. Green foliage is in the background. — What’s Bethany thinking about?

A brunette woman wears a form-fitting red and black dress with black heels. She is leaning against a tall post with a lush, green yard behind her. — Bethany looks at home in the outdoors.

A brunette woman wears a form-fitting red and black dress with black heels. She is standing next to a tall post with a lush, green yard behind her. — Beautiful!

Bethany tries out a short, sequined club dress.

Wow! Bethany’s red lipstick really pops with this dress.

Bethany twirls in her princess-cut dress.

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on June 27, 2022 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser, crossdresser dressing service, genderfluid, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor, makeup artist, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, professional photographer, trans-women, transgender makeover service

Missy: Off to Never Never Land

06 Mar

Melissa arrived decked out in daytime makeup and leather after spending the day strolling around Crystal City. We readily agreed to rock out to a Metallica playlist, kicking off with “Enter Sandman.” We updated her makeup to a dramatic smokey eye and MAC’s “Sin” colored lipstick for a nighttime vibe for heading to Freddie’s Beach Bar. In addition to standard studio shots with a gray background, Missy wanted some rocker chick pics against the brick wall. We looked up ideas online and one with blue side-lighting caught her eye. After some lighting experimentation, we captured the backstage look she was going for.

Photography: Elizabeth Taylor

Makeup Artistry: Missy with updates by Elizabeth Taylor

Wardrobe: Missy with assistance by Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor offers total makeovers, makeup artistry, photography, male-to-female transformations, feminine coaching, accompanied outings, and more at her private studio in Takoma Park, Maryland. She works with transgender women, mtf crossdressers, and femme-presenting genderfluid people. Check out her makeover menu and book online here.

Rocking the Affliction t-shirt and baring those shoulders

Becki Channels her inner Business Woman

20 Jan

Becki Ashley and I had a blast at her latest total makeover and photoshoot. This time we mixed things up a bit. Last time, Becki came to my studio for a makeup lesson, and she has been practicing a ton and going out on her own. This time, she did her makeup in advance so that I could critique it and glam it up. I was thrilled at Becki’s progress on her makeup skills. I amped up all the makeup colors, and we chose a longer, bolder false eyelash. Instead of shooting on a white paper background, we opted for the brick wall and stone floor of my studio using a single light to give a moody to noir-ish feel.

I continue to see clients six days per week at my private, discreet studio in LGBT-friendly Takoma Park, Maryland. I’m close to Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Baltimore. Check out my makeover menu here.

Makeup and Wardrobing by Becki Ashley and Elizabeth Taylor

Photography by Elizabeth Taylor

Becki shows off her daring match of orange boots with a purple and burgundy striped dress. We channeled her vibe with ’60s music.

Becki looks at home as a business woman!

Becki looks stern but inviting. Wouldn’t you take a meeting with her?

Becki has a faraway look in her eyes. What do you think is on her mind?

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on January 20, 2022 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser dressing service, Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor, makeup lesson, Maryland, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Northern Virginia, Pennsylvania, transgender makeup, transgender photography, Washington DC

Diana Readies for the Hunt

18 Aug

Diana gets ready for a night of clubbing. For makeup, she’s chosen a sexy, smokey eye and a nude lip. But which outfit should she wear?

Makeup, wardrobe, and photography by Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth (Beth) Taylor specializes in photography, makeup artistry, feminization, total makeovers, and coaching for transgender women, MtF crossdressers, and genderfluid people. Beth loves working with first-timers and established trans-women and helping them embrace their femininity and beauty, grow their confidence, and get involved in the online and in-person trans-women communities. Her studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland close to I-95 & the I-495 beltway around Washington, DC. Check out her makeover menu and book online here.

Diana looks stunning in this navy blue dress by Guess.

Wow! Check out those legs, curves, and sky-high pumps!

Legs & crazy tall pumps plus a bright pink, short dress—she’d stand out in this choice!

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Posted by Elizabeth Taylor on August 18, 2021 in Images, Makeovers

Tags: crossdresser, crossdresser dressing service, genderfluid, Maryland, mtf makeover, MTF Transformation, New Jersey, Northern Virginia, Pennsylvania, professional photographer, trangender woman, Washington DC

Lexi Roars to Life on her Bike

09 Jul

Lexi loves her motorcycle! She glows during the soft light of the “hour of magic” as she stops at several old church buildings a short walk from my makeover studio.

Makeup & photography by Elizabeth Taylor. Wardrobe and motorcycle courtesy of Lexi.

Elizabeth Taylor offers makeup artistry, total makeovers, photoshoots, feminine coaching, and outings for transgender women and mtf crossdressers. Check out Beth’s makeover menu here. Her makeover and photography studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland, just a mile from Washington, DC and easily accessible from Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York via I-95 via car. The studio is also accessible via train on the Red Line Metro from Union Station and is a 45 minute drive from the IAD, DCA, and BWI airports.