The Cover Girl Championship with ELLE India
This isn't just a competition. It is your gateway to high-fashion editorial styling. Win this championship and get the ultimate prize: styling top celebrities for an ELLE India digital cover.
Are you ready for your big glam break? The Cover Girl championship, in collaboration with ELLE India, offers expert mentorship and a chance to feature on a digital cover.
An exclusive opportunity for my students. The Cover Girl Season 4, in association with ELLE India, gives you the chance to work as a hair and makeup artist on a digital cover featuring top celebrities.
"Is this real? We're working with Prajakta Koli and Elle magazine." A glimpse into the surreal and exciting experience my students had on the set of The Cover Girl shoot.
Behind the scenes with Avneet Kaur. The national winners of The Cover Girl competition got the editorial gig of the year, styling top celebrities for the ELLE cover.
On set with the talented Gauahar Khan. My bronze-winning team, Aquarius from Mumbai, had the incredible opportunity to create her hair and makeup look for the ELLE cover shoot.
An exclusive look behind the scenes of The Cover Girl shoot with our student winners and the celebrity cover stars. This is where dreams become reality.
A brush with fame. Watch the magic unfold on set as my students work their artistry on some of the biggest names in the industry for ELLE's next cover star.
Glam all around. The Lakmē Academy x ELLE Magazine Cover Girl national winners lit up the screen with poise, passion, and pure style in this slow-motion showcase.
Celebrations in style. The Cover Girl felicitation ceremony was a grand success, bringing together industry experts and our talented winners to celebrate creativity and hard work.
"This will be a life-changing experience." Pallavi Munda, leader of the gold-winning team Mirage Masters, shares how The Cover Girl competition is building her portfolio for her future salon.
About The Cover Girl Championship with ELLE
This isn't just a competition; it is a portfolio-building exercise. You are not just applying foundation here. You are learning to handle the pressure of an editorial set, working alongside ELLE editors, and styling celebrities under strict time constraints. If you want to know what it takes to thrive on a high-fashion shoot, this experience shows you the reality of the work.
The Cover Girl Championship is where we bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world editorial demands. When you join this championship, you are not just competing; you are gaining access to the same creative pressure cooker that professional artists face.
Why This Competition Matters
- Editorial Exposure: You learn the language of fashion magazines. We train you to understand lighting, texture, and the nuances of high-definition makeup, ensuring your work looks flawless on camera.
- Mentorship & Masterclasses: Before you even set foot on the shoot, you undergo training with industry experts. We cover hair artistry, advanced contouring, and editorial trends that aren't typically covered in basic courses.
- Career-Defining Opportunities: The winners move beyond the academy floor. You work directly with celebrities like Avneet Kaur and Gauahar Khan on a digital cover. This provides you with an official professional portfolio, which is vital when you start pitching your services to clients or applying for jobs in top-tier salons.
What You Learn
We focus on the science of the 'look.' You learn how to adapt your style for different skin types and hair textures, how to communicate with directors and models on set, and how to stay calm when the shoot timeline is tight.
Whether you are a student aiming for a career as a celebrity stylist, an editorial artist, or you want to start your own salon, this championship provides the stamp of approval and the technical confidence you need. You aren't just learning to be a makeup artist; you are learning to be a professional brand.
Lakmē Academy
At Lakmé Academy, we believe talent without opportunity is wasted. That is why we partnered with ELLE to create this stage. We don't just teach you how to hold a brush; we push you into the spotlight so you can prove you are ready for the industry’s biggest sets.
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