Get Real Backstage Experience at Fashion Events
Stop practicing only on mannequins. Our students get actual backstage passes to Global India Couture Week and editorial shoots for ELLE magazine, turning theory into a professional portfolio.
A milestone achievement for my students. This is the official ELLE magazine cover featuring Anushka Sen, with hair and makeup done by our talented artists. This is the kind of high-profile work that can define a career, and I make it accessible to you.
In this behind-the-scenes video from our ELLE magazine shoot, celebrity Gauahar Khan shares her experience working with my students. Her praise for their professionalism and skill is a testament to the quality of training I provide.
My students collaborating with actress Avneet Kaur for her ELLE magazine cover shoot. This video shows them in action, executing a fresh, dewy makeup look with glossy eyes, proving they can deliver professional results for high-fashion editorials.
Actress Anushka Sen discusses her creative look for the ELLE cover, highlighting the colorful eyeshadow and unique styling created by my students. This is the kind of collaborative, creative environment I foster, where you work with stars to bring a vision to life.
Here are my students backstage with a model, gaining invaluable experience at a major fashion show. This is where theory meets practice, preparing you for the fast-paced world of professional makeup and hair styling.
A glimpse into the focused, high-energy environment backstage at Global India Couture Week. My students are seen here perfecting hair and makeup on models, learning the speed and precision required for runway shows.
Models walking the ramp at Global India Couture Week, showcasing the elegant hair and makeup created by my students. Seeing your work on the runway is an unparalleled experience that I help my students achieve.
My students and mentors interacting with celebrities like Karisma Kapoor on the red carpet. These events provide incredible networking opportunities and a chance to be recognized for your talent.
Actress Karisma Kapoor being interviewed at a fashion event where my students managed the backstage artistry. This is the world you will become a part of, a world of glamour, fashion, and creativity.
A full-length shot of Karisma Kapoor at the Global India Couture Week event. Her flawless look is a credit to the hard work and skill of the artists I train.
About Industry Exposure: ELLE Magazine & Couture Week
We do not just teach theory; we put our students in high-pressure environments where they style celebrities like Gauhar Khan and Avneet Kaur for real ELLE covers. You will learn to handle kit organization, perform quick touch-ups under stage lights, and master the speed required for runway changes, skills that separate a classroom student from a ready-to-hire industry pro.
Bridging the Gap Between Learning and Earning
In the beauty industry, speed and adaptability are the real currency. Classroom training is essential for foundational skills, but high-fashion shoots and live runway shows demand a different level of precision. You need to learn how to manage stress when a model requires a hair change between ramp walks or how to prep skin perfectly for harsh studio lighting.
The Lakmé Academy Edge
Through our partnerships, you gain access to major events like Global India Couture Week. You are not just a spectator; you are part of the team managing looks for top designers. This includes full backstage management, kit maintenance, seamless communication with photographers and stylists, and ensuring the final look matches the creative director's vision. We prepare you for the reality of working with high-profile clients.
Building Your Portfolio
When you work on an ELLE magazine shoot, you are not just learning; you are producing professional content. You walk away with high-quality images of your work on celebrities, which is the strongest tool to get hired in high-end salons or as a freelance artist. We bridge the gap between 'student' and 'celebrity stylist', giving you the confidence to own your identity in the beauty world.
Lakmé Academy
We believe that every student has the potential to move beyond the parlor, but you need the right launchpad. We open doors to the professional fashion world so you can stop practicing in a bubble and start building a real career.
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