e.l.f. - The Name on Everyone's Lips

Jacob

Jacob Clark

e.l.f. Cosmetics – The Name on Everyone's Lips

Client: e.l.f. Cosmetics Agency: CAYA / Avantgarde Role: Concept & Copy

The Brief

Introduce e.l.f. to the Dutch market in a way that would resonate with Gen Z - bold, inclusive, and undeniably fun. The campaign needed to be both high-energy and highly local, with experiential elements that felt scroll-stopping and shareable.

The Idea

We launched a nationwide campaign built around two pillars: regional pop-ups and a flagship activation in Amsterdam. From bike repair beauty bars to influencer-filled photo ops, we made sure e.l.f. was on everyone's lips, literally and figuratively.
The campaign mixed playfulness with polish, bringing the brand’s "eyes, lips, face" identity to life through a series of high-impact, on-the-ground moments that put consumers at the centre.

My Role

I crafted the full creative narrative and activation voice, including: • Event naming and thematic framing (Stop ‘N Glow Beauty Bar) • Copy for onsite storytelling, wayfinding, and consumer interaction • Scriptwriting and social-ready messaging • Voice of the experience, tailored to Gen Z energy

Why It Worked

• Combined functionality (bike repair) with beauty and content creation • Created brand love through unexpected interactions and IRL moments • Delivered a cohesive brand tone across formats and locations

Copy Highlights

Stop 'N Glow Beauty Bar Snap your e.l.f.ie here Launching the eyes, lips and face of a new generation in the Netherlands Making e.l.f. the name on everybody’s lips
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Posted Mar 28, 2025

National launch of e.l.f. in the Netherlands through immersive pop-ups and playful copy. I led creative voice and activation storytelling.