Meet Jolie Dopa

We were lucky to catch up with Jolie Dopa recently and have shared our conversation below.

Jolie, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
Honestly, I started out as a singer/songwriter. It’s a completely different energy than being a fashion designer. I was all over the place emotionally ( as most musicians are. We are channelers and can feel energy so strongly) and all the while, I had a lump in my breast. My son was about 2 years old at the time and I was soo focused on “grinding”, I felt i couldn’t stop my hustle. I was obviously struggling mentally. Anywho, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018 & chose to dive deep into all things that bring joy. Creating clothing was one of them. My mother prompted that I could actually make money selling these pieces I created and I began posting on ig about it. People started to buy them and I got invited to do my first show as a vendor. It’s been such a BLESSING from there. I was in a deep dark place prior to getting into fashion. So, i consistently create so I never have to go back there. I love how this makes me feel, it’s effortlessly and it works💖🙏🏽

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
I create unique custom clothing pieces. It originated as a Jean jacket line but has grown into mostly wire bras, bikini bras and vests/jackets. I mostly do vending events but i just recently had my very first fashion show at The Skin Art Show at The art institute in Tampa. It was amazing working with the models and creating pieces specifically for them. The music choices, the connections, the footage, the moment. It all made my heart sooo FULL. I loved every minute.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
I was open about everything that i created. I showed my followers everything daily. I also never sat on my ideas. I believe God gives us the vision and then we must act on that vision. So i did and do.

Any advice for folks feeling overwhelmed?
I’ve pulled a lot of all nighters. So i can most definitely be sleep deprived and in need of certain things. So when I feel overwhelmed because i May be in preparation for a show… i sit back and I talk to God. i believe in a soft girl lifestyle, so if i need rest, i get it. If i need cuddle time with my son, i ask for it. I actually also have a secret spot i frequent whenever i need to talk to myself with judgement. Just to hear myself out and see where I’m at with everything.

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