Today we’d like to introduce you to Quadria Freeman.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
In 2019, I had just lost my cousin, who was dear to me. Along with me losing him, I lost my job, and I wanted a different way to make another source of income. My mother always presented to me in college to sell eyewear on the side but that was not my main focus at the time. The idea was presented to me again by my sister, who I was staying with at the time. I buckled down and took this more seriously. I wanted everyone to feel confident and BOLD when they stepped out into the world. What better way to do that than to sell some banging eyewear and swimsuits. FramedByQ’: The Collection is made for anybody everywhere to feel fierce and fearless; ‘Framed’ essentially came from “body frame” and eyewear. Q’ is me, who I am confident and fearless, someone, who walks into a room and owns it. That’s how I want every customer to feel when they purchase from my business.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
There were a lot of trials and errors with some things. Everything in life will never be easy. I sold out most of my inventory all summer, but everything slowed down as the seasons changed. It made everything a lot more challenging, not that I was on my high horse with everything selling out, but I needed another marketing strategy and to figure out what else I can sell other than swimsuits and eyewear. As the seasons passed by, I started to think to sell my own merchandise with my brand’s name on it. After doing a lot of research for inventory, a year later, I am now selling my own merchandise. Change is not always a bad thing; I know that later down the line I will sell more than just eyewear, swimsuits, and FramedByQ’ merch. That’s coming soon as the year passes along.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
FramedByQ’: The Collection is a fierce eyewear, swimwear and accessories line. This collection is essentially made for everyone to feel bold & confident when they step out into the world in their frames & swimwear. FramedByQ’: The Collection is more than a brand. It is a lifestyle, a moment. This collection is made for anybody anywhere to feel more confident than ever before. We offer fast shipping and handling, quality products that are long-lasting, and great quality customer service. This business has connected me to a lot of amazing people, I get a lot of recommendations from others in other states, and I could not be more proud.
What matters most to you? Why?
Living life matters the most to me because a year ago, I could’ve easily lost my own life. I haven’t fully given my chance to actually LIVE, and I feel like FramedByQ’:The Collection has given me that grace. This business has changed my life for the better, and I’m very excited to see what is in store for the rest of this journey.
Pricing:
- 15.00 Eyewear
- Swimsuit Sets $65
- Swim Tops/Bottom $35
Contact Info:
- Email: framedbyq@gmail.com
- Website: https://framedbyq-the-collection.myshopify.com/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/framedbyqcollection?igshid=t9utq9jlkgxs
Image Credits
Photographer: DjDoesItAll IG: eyecatchingmedia
