- Bhavitha Mandava’s Chanel Rise Continues
Indian model Bhavitha Mandava continued dominating luxury fashion and beauty conversations through June after being named Chanel’s first-ever Indian house ambassador. The Hyderabad-born model, who also featured on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list, gained further visibility following her widely discussed Met Gala appearance and widespread coverage. Her rapid rise reflects luxury fashion’s growing focus on Indian talent and global South Asian representation.
- Khloé Kardashian Launches XO Blue Fragrance
Khloé Kardashian has unveiled XO Blue, the latest addition to her expanding fragrance portfolio. Positioned as a tropical, summer-inspired scent, the launch features notes of lychee, coconut, and soft woods wrapped in high-glam campaign imagery. The rollout continues the momentum of celebrity-backed fragrance brands within prestige beauty, with Kardashian describing the release as her “most confident” scent yet.
- MAC Taps Chappell Roan for Viva Glam Campaign
MAC Cosmetics has partnered with pop artist Chappell Roan for its latest Viva Glam campaign, bringing the singer’s theatrical makeup aesthetic and internet-favourite persona into the legacy beauty franchise. Known for her maximalist beauty looks and bold stage identity, Roan represents a younger, culturally disruptive direction for the brand as it leans further into Gen Z beauty culture and social-first relevance.
- Didi Conn Fronts Laura Geller Hair Launch
Actor Didi Conn has partnered with Laura Geller Beauty for the launch of the brand’s first haircare-focused product, a root touch-up designed for mature consumers seeking salon-style maintenance at home. Best known for her role in Grease, Conn fronts the campaign with messaging centred around confidence, grey coverage, and age-inclusive beauty. The launch reflects the industry’s increasing focus on underserved mature beauty audiences.
