Getting to know Julie…

Tell us about your current business.  What do you offer, how long you’ve been there, and the size of your business?

I am a Qualified Optical Dispenser, Eyewear Stylist and Professional Colour Consultant specialising in tailored eyewear and colour analysis to have you wearing your perfect frame and sunglasses as well as your perfect fashion colours to highlight your best qualities. My showroom is situated on our rural property at Anna Bay where you will experience a private, stress-free, fun, inclusive, and memorable consultation. Luv Ya Glasses has been operating for 4 years with over 200 clients.

During your one-on-one consultation, I will personally style you in the perfect prescription frame or sunglasses to suit your face shape, complexion, comfort, lifestyle, and personality. Your lenses will be tailored precisely to your visual needs, using quality lens designs and state-of-the-art optical measuring equipment from trusted Australian laboratories.

I am a also Professional Colour Consultant and use the most advanced colour analysis system to help you discover the colours that truly suit you.

In a comprehensive 1.5 to 2-hour consultation, I will assess your natural skin tone, hair, and eye colour to determine your ideal personal colour palette. You’ll learn which colours in clothing, makeup, accessories, and hair colour enhance your natural beauty, highlight your best features, and bring out your inner glow.

On a good day what do you love most about being in business?

I love meeting and connecting with my clients.  Often they start as clients and leave as friends.

 

What has been the biggest hurdle you have had to overcome as a woman in business?

Having to be a jack of all trades in regards to marketing, bookkeeping, etc whereas I love to spend my time styling people in glasses and fashion and I find the other parts of a business take up a huge amount of time. 

In terms of you and your business, what are you most proud of?

I am most proud of the enormous positive impact my services have on my clients happiness and confidence.  Seeing them come alive and light up when they see their new look is heart-warming.

What strategies do you use to try and keep a work/life balance? 

Calling on good friends and family who keep me on track when they see me burning out. Self awareness when I feel I need time out to recharge by going for a walk or having a hot bath.

What do you love about being a business woman in Port Stephens?

The kindness and support from other small businesses in our lovely community.

What do you enjoy doing when you don’t have your business hat on?

Spending time with my family, especially my 2yo granddaughter.  Catching up with friends over coffee or a stroll. Taking walks or swims in our beautiful local area including the Myall Lakes with my husband.

If you could give one piece of advice to a woman heading into the business world, what would it be?

Have a supportive and encouraging partner and family and friends.

Why did you choose to become a member of PSWIB?

To connect with other like minded women and this has led to some really caring, helpful and supportive lifelong friendships.