I Was Never Afraid of the Spotlight—Just What Happens When It Goes Out

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What fears have you overcome and how?

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I’ve never been afraid to speak up, show up, or stand out.

Stage? Been there. Microphone? Hand it over. Courtroom, runway, hospital corridor—I’ve walked them all in heels sharper than most people’s instincts.

So when people talk about “overcoming fear,” I nod politely. But the truth is, I’ve always been more afraid of losing the people I love than losing my voice.

I’ve held the hands of too many family members in ICU rooms, sat next to hospice beds, whispered goodbyes I never wanted to say. My fear wasn’t failure. It was finality.

And that kind of fear? You don’t overcome it. You endure it. You carry it while raising kids, running businesses, signing papers, cooking dinner, wiping tears—sometimes theirs, sometimes your own.

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You don’t conquer grief or fear of loss. You become someone who moves anyway. Who loves harder, shows up more fully, and turns pain into presence. That’s what Voguegenics was born from—not fear of being seen, but the ache of holding everything together when things fall apart.

So, no—I didn’t “overcome” fear. I turned it into fire.

And if you’re reading this, just know: whatever you’re walking through, you don’t have to “slay” it in some cinematic way. Sometimes it’s enough to just keep walking, eyeliner intact, even when your world’s on fire.

That’s still a glow-up.
That’s still power.

Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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