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Who is fashion designer and digital influencer Emel Gloss?

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3 years ago

March 15, 2022

Owning your own business and being your own boss is a wonderful opportunity, but for many people, that also means being on call 24 hours a day.

Such is the case for fashion designer and social media digital influencer Emel Gloss.

Gloss began to build a social media following on Instagram in 2013 with her account @emelgloss_official. She then launched her first clothing line in 2019 at www.emelgloss.com.

“For me, my work and my private life flow together since my business and being an influencer is a 24/7 job,” she said. “There are not set working hours like a regular 9-to-5.”

That is why it’s important to Gloss that she remembers to take time off for herself to create a better balance in her life.

Some of the ways Gloss finds that balance is through travel, whether for work or pleasure.

Born in Austria, Gloss spent most of her childhood living in Turkey.

“Which is part of the reason why I travel there frequently,” she said. “I visit part of my family who lives there, and I also travel there for work. My collections are produced in Istanbul, which is why I go there most often for work.”

She said she does enjoy traveling other countries, but Istanbul holds a very special place in her heart.

“I love this wonderful city so much. I love the culture, the people and find it very inspiring overall,” she said. “For a while, I even considered moving there because I am simply so in love with Istanbul.”

Gloss said she loves to go out and be among people, but also enjoys spending time alone.

“That’s when my thoughts get really intense,” she said. “And I get really creative.”

No matter where she goes, there is one element she must be around – the water.

“It really influences and affects me,” she said, noting her zodiac sign is cancer. “I feel really connected and drawn to water. I love to swim, and when I am by the ocean, I feel blissful and at peace.”

The calming flow of water helps Gloss keep her life in perspective and allows her the time to decompress from all the hustle and bustle that comes along with operating a successful business and creating new lines of clothing. For Gloss, the water is good not only for her physical well-being, but also her emotional and mental health.

“My life motto is, ‘Tomorrow you will be what you think today,’” she said. “I love the never-ending ocean, and when I look at the sea, I am reminded that there are no limits to life and that everything is possible if you believe in yourself.

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Coco Glow Redefines Success on Natalie Massaro Terms

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22 hours ago

November 23, 2024

Michelle Langton

The American Dream whispers promises of opportunity, but for first-generation children, it can also carry a heavy weight of expectation. Natalie Massaro, the visionary behind Coco Glow, knows this firsthand. “There was an unspoken pressure to succeed,” Natalie explains. “Failure wasn’t an option.” This fueled a relentless work ethic in her – juggling two jobs while in school, a constant drive to excel that burned brightly within her.

This drive initially led the SheEO down a traditional path. But a different passion, simmering beneath the surface, tugged at her – a love for beauty and skincare. Stemming from her own experiences navigating body image as a woman with curves in a world often fixated on a single standard of beauty, Natalie knew there was a different narrative to be told.

It was a leap of faith, fueled by unwavering determination, which led Natalie to trade in the traditional path for entrepreneurship. in 2019, Coco Glow was born out of her Jersey Shore apartment. Today she has a staff of talented contour artists and is currently expanding into a second location. The recent introduction of teeth whitening hints at a future where Coco Glow offers a complete canvas for radiant beauty.

“Always find your why,” is Natalie’s mantra. Inspired by her parents’ unwavering work ethic, a constant reminder that “no one can fail if you are consistently showing up every day,” Natalie poured her heart and soul into Coco Glow. Entrepreneurship, it seems, runs in her blood. Her father’s success was a testament to the power of hard work and dedication, values that now echo in Coco Glow’s leadership. Her commitment to exceptional service is a direct reflection of the “show up every day” mindset.

A testament to the American Dream – reimagined for a new generation. It’s about defying expectations, forging your own path, and leaving your mark. It’s about finding your “why” and turning it into something beautiful, one sun-kissed client at a time. And witnessing the boost of confidence in each client who walks out the door is its own reward.

“Every client is understood, their wants and needs are adjusted to – your spray tan is the easiest part of your day” – perfectly represents her client-centric approach.

Experience Natalie’s artistic touch and the Coco Glow team help you feel radiant from the inside out. Visit their storefront Shrewsbury, New Jersey, or call (732) 362-7890. Stay updated on their latest creations and explore their offerings at https://cocoglowairbrush.com.