In this inspiring episode of the Flying Solo Podcast, we sit down with SHERYLINE, founder of Designs by Sheryline, who shares her incredible journey from a successful corporate career in healthcare and federal contracting to becoming a full-time creative entrepreneur. Shery opens up about how a lifelong love of photography and art transformed into a stunning fashion brand that turns her global travel photos into wearable art through sustainable production.

She talks about the challenges of transitioning into the fashion world, the importance of quality and sustainability, and how she balances creative passion with smart business decisions. Whether you're a designer, dreamer, or career changer, this episode is packed with real talk, creative insight, and actionable advice for building something beautiful from the ground up.

✨ Tune in for a conversation about risk, reinvention, and resilience in the world of independent fashion.

In this episode, we sit down with emerging designer Velenci, featured at Flying Solo, to discuss the journey of bringing bold, high-fashion eyewear to the U.S. market. Velenci shares how their creative vision evolves through real-time customer feedback and why in-person experiences—pop-ups, showrooms, and face-to-face conversations—are shaping the future of their brand.

From Gen Z's online-first habits to the tactile preferences of older millennials, Velenci dives into the challenge of balancing digital reach with physical presence in the competitive world of fashion accessories.

Key Takeaways:

• How customer feedback fuels Velenci’s design direction
• The importance of in-person retail for brand connection
• Navigating generational shopping behaviors
• Building a hybrid model for fashion-forward eyewear

Top stylist and creative director Julia Muller joins host Elizabeth Solomon to share her journey from Amsterdam to New York, working with Vogue, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and more. Julia opens up about the highs and lows of the fashion world, how she discovers emerging designers, and what it really takes to succeed as a stylist today.

A must-listen for aspiring creatives, stylists, and designers.