Today we’d like to introduce you to Gloria Dotie.
Hi Gloria, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I’ve always been a creative spirit. In 2021, I began designing sunglasses for fun, but after sharing my creations online, I realized I had discovered a new creative outlet. I started taking orders and ventured into designing a variety of other styles.
August 2023, I received a message from a lady on Instagram who found my profile and immediately ordered everything I had in stock. Soon after, she placed another order! This marked the beginning of my first business-to-business experience, and I became a private designer for her brand—a partnership that is still going strong.
In April 2024, I decided to separate my eyewear collection from my original creative brand, SheSoCrafty, and launched a new venture: GlamHerEyes Luxe Eyewear. This move marked a fresh chapter in my creative journey. This brand is fresh, bold, and unlike any other. Our eyewear definitely makes a statement and commands attention. Today, we’re proud to be one of Dallas’ most innovative and bold eyewear companies. Our designs have graced several runways at New York Fashion Week 2024, Atlanta, Dallas, and Miami. Tabitha Brown featured our brand on her “Very Good Mondays” show. We were also highlighted in Elle China magazine, Fashion NYC, and My New York magazine.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The road has not been perfect but definitely grateful for the journey past, present, and future. Our biggest struggle has been visibility. I have created a brand that the world needs to see but getting it out there hasn’t been easy. I have garnered help and mentorship from a few leading business owners with the goal of applying their knowledge to my business.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
GlamHerEyes Luxe Eyewear is an emerging luxury brand dedicated to offering eyewear that stands out for its elegance, uniqueness, and boldness. Our pieces are truly one-of-a-kind with handcrafted styles that are exclusive and unmatched, ensuring you won’t find them anywhere else. All created by ME! My goal is to one day have my own eye wear store and to be a highly sought after brand. We specialize in bold, statement pieces while also keeping in mind our minimalist shoppers.
I take pride in my meticulous quality control and high quality materials, including glass stones, metal and rhinestone embellishments, and durable frames. It’s truly wearable art! I want anyone who adorns my designs to feel bold, confident, and truly special. These glasses will give you an elevated mood and attitude. I want people to know that we don’t just sell a product, we sell a LOOK!
What sets us apart from others is that my designs are like no other. As a solo owner and designer, I am most proud of my determination to create something that will be loved and remembered for years to come. I’m so grateful to God for these gifts and the continuous blessings which have allowed me to get to where I am today.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts, blogs or other resources you think our readers should check out?
I love to watch sermons or business videos on Youtube. The one show that currently has my attention is UpLink. It showcases business owners who started with little to nothing and are now at the top of their field. It gives me hope for my brand.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glamhereyes_
Image Credits
Photo credit to Fashion Magazine NYC and Anatasiia Hasiuk
