Gabrielle, often known mononymously like a pop star, first covered her eye as a personal choice after a bad breakup. She says it helped her “focus on what matters” by creating a literal blind spot to distractions. It wasn’t a gimmick—it was a shield.
Over time, the habit became a trademark. Now, she admits that covering one eye helps her tune out the noise of constant camera flashes and social media chatter. Think of it as a physical mute button for visual overload.