Apparel Group India introduces first Dolce & Gabbana Beauty store in Delhi-NCR

INDIA – Apparel Group, a Dubai-based global fashion and lifestyle retail leader, has officially opened its first Dolce & Gabbana Beauty store at DLF Mall of India in Noida.

The boutique is located on the ground floor of DLF Mall of India and spans approximately 45 square meters, making it the brand’s largest Beauty counter in Delhi and its first three-axis counter. 

The store houses the brand’s complete makeup and fragrance lineup, including Everlast Foundation for a flawless luminous complexion, Ever Icon Eye Palette, the hydrating My LipStylo lipstick range, and Maison’s signature fragrance portfolio featuring the exclusive Velvet Collection. 

This landmark opening represents Apparel Group’s strategic entry into the prestige beauty sector, bringing Dolce & Gabbana’s physical retail experience to the Delhi NCR market for the first time and marking a significant milestone in Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s India growth journey as it expands its offline retail presence and deepens engagement with luxury beauty consumers across the region. 

According to the business announcement, “This opening marks a significant milestone for Dolce & Gabbana Beauty in India, expanding its presence in the market and inviting a new audience to experience a world where luxury meets personality.” 

Apparel Group is a leading global fashion and lifestyle conglomerate operating more than 2,500 stores across more than 85 international brands, with 27,000+ employees worldwide.

In India specifically, the company operates more than 300 stores across 50+ cities managing an omnichannel retail network spanning fashion, footwear, beauty, food and beverage, and lifestyle segments, with a portfolio including renowned brands such as Victoria’s Secret, Charles & Keith, Crocs, Aldo, Bath & Body Works, Cotton On, Tim Hortons, Inglot, R&B, Carrefour, and Daiso Japan. 

This launch represents another step in Apparel Group India’s ongoing expansion strategy and aims to strengthen Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s presence in the country’s growing premium beauty market, while also expanding its overall presence in India and adding to Apparel Group India’s portfolio of international beauty and lifestyle brands.

The launch taps into India’s beauty and personal care market, which is projected to reach USD 33.88 billion in 2026, with average per capita spending of USD 22.94, according to a report by Statista.

Earlier this year, Apparel Group announced a strategic partnership with the French luxury beauty brand Clarins to expand into the GCC beauty market. 

This collaboration focuses on introducing Clarins stores in new markets, particularly Saudi Arabia, with plans for over 10 outlets in the next five years.

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