The partnership between Shoppers Stop and ELCA anchors one of India’s most expansive and high-performing prestige beauty networks – spanning over 150 touchpoints across 30 cities. Together, the companies engage millions of beauty consumers each year through a trusted retail presence, seamless omnichannel access, and a portfolio of globally loved brands. This scale has positioned the alliance as a key player in shaping how Indian consumers discover and experience luxury beauty. At the heart of the partnership is a shared focus on delivering immersive, high-touch experiences powered by trained beauty advisors, tailored consultations, and seamless online-to-offline integration. These efforts have helped set new benchmarks for how luxury beauty is retailed in India.

Beyond experience, the alliance has also played a formative role in building aspiration and category familiarity among Indian consumers. Together, Shoppers Stop and ELCA have brought global icons like MAC, Bobbi Brown, and Clinique into the mainstream conversation, while deepening affinity for brands such as Jo Malone London, Estée Lauder, and Tom Ford Beauty. This work has not only grown the category but also redefined how luxury beauty is understood, accessed, and embraced in India.

Commenting on the milestone, Biju Kassim, CEO of Beauty at Shoppers Stop, said, “Our partnership with ELCA has been instrumental in creating a world-class beauty experience for Indian consumers. Over the past two decades, our shared focus on premiumization, customer-centric innovation, and expanding access to iconic global brands has driven strong, sustained growth. As we look ahead, we remain committed to accelerating digital, strengthening omni-channel experiences, and scaling our brand portfolio to continue shaping the future of prestige beauty in India.”

Rohan Vaziralli, General Manager – ELCA Cosmetics Pvt. Ltd., added, “Shoppers Stop has been a trusted partner who truly understands luxury retail in India. Their instinct for the consumer, combined with our portfolio of prestige beauty brands, has helped shape a distinct, high-touch experience. Together, we’ve grown the category – and as the market evolves, so will our partnership.”

As they enter the next phase of their partnership, Shoppers Stop and ELCA remain committed to raising the bar for luxury beauty in India. With a shared focus on consumer experience, brand-building, and retail innovation, the alliance is poised to shape the next chapter of prestige beauty- bringing global standards even closer to the modern Indian consumer.

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This interactive beauty festival offers an exciting blend of Makeover Marathons, Masterclasses, Skincare Consultations, Gamified Experiences, Personalized Consultations, Fragrance Discovery, and Try-Ons. Guests can look forward to exclusive offers from top brands like Lancôme fragrances, Giordano Fragrances, Shiseido, LOVETC, Joyology Beauty, Clarins, Yves Saint Laurent, Armani fragrances, NARS  & many more—making every beauty lover’s dream a reality.

Bollywood’s radiant star, Vaani Kapoor, features in the ShowStoppers ’25 campaign video, bringing her signature blend of modern glamour and fearless individuality to the screen. Her presence adds a bold new energy to this year’s narrative—one that celebrates personal expression, high-octane glam, and the power of feeling like a showstopper in your skin.

 Commenting on ShowStoppers’25, Biju Kassim, CEO of Beauty at Shoppers Stop, said, “We’re delighted to return with ShowStoppers’25, our biggest beauty IP of the year. Featuring Vaani Kapoor as the face of this campaign brings glamour and elegance, perfectly aligning with our celebration of individuality and self‑expression. With #ShowStoppers’25, we’re presenting the beauty festival that will keep you spotlight‑ready, reaffirming our commitment to beauty in all its forms. We believe this initiative will resonate with every beauty enthusiast, inspiring them to explore, develop, and celebrate their unique identities .”

Shop iconic brands like MAC, Clinique, Estee Lauder, Carolina Herrera, Rabanne, Max Factor, Arcelia, and more – with online exclusives on ssbeauty.in and shoppersstop.com. Discover curated looks, limited-time beauty kits, and trend-forward products to elevate your beauty routine this festive season.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your beauty stash, glam up for a celebration, or simply discover your next holy grail, ShowStoppers ’25 is here to inspire, indulge, and celebrate you — in the spotlight.

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MUMBAI: Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, South India’s trusted heirloom jewellery brand with a 124-year-old legacy will be launching an exclusive campaign for Akshaya Tritiya which falls on 10th May 2024. The Auspicious Akshaya Tritiya’ will date from the 4th to the 12th of May and will exhibit a wide range of gold, silver, diamond, and platinum collections. 

Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious day observed by the Hindu community, referred to as Akha Teej. Akshaya refers to eternal – on this day people buy gold, silver, and other expensive metals. According to Hindu mythology, buying precious metals will bring good luck and prosperity.

True to its rich legacy, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has showcased an exclusive collection on this occasion. As for the offers, customers purchasing at VBJ will get 1 gram of silver for every gram of gold purchased, 1 gram of gold for each carat of diamond, and 2 grams of silver for every gram of platinum and precious jewelry. Adding to the list of offers, customers can save Rs. 4000/kg on silverware, and 10% off on silver jewelry, 3% discount on solitaires.

Commenting on the occasion, Amarendra Vummidi, Managing Partner, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, Chennai, said, “One of the most auspicious festivals of the year is back. Our beloved customers believe that the jewelry bought at our store during this time will have eternal value and bring in fortune and wealth. We offer a wide range of collections from Bridal & temple jewelry, Silverware, Platinum Evara Multi Sapphire collection, and precious Solitaires.”

These offers are available from May 4th to 12th, 2024 at VBJ Anna Salai & Anna Nagar branches.

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