Meet De’Ja, the head of Production and Design here at Jaded. Just a sophomore in college, De’Ja is an incredibly talented designer who aspires to create beautiful pieces for multiple brands and eventually open up her own manufacturing company one day. Aside from working at Jaded, De’Ja is also building her own brand, DocXRythm, a reflection of her eclectic, funky charm.

Inspired by bold personalities like Betsey Johnson and anyone brave enough to break free from restrictions, De’Ja thrives on experimenting with funky combos and using color theory as her method to the madness. With a core value of sustainable fashion, every piece De’Ja creates is one-of-a-kind, often crafted from thrifted or recycled materials. Just like people, no two are the same.

Behind the scenes, she’s been busy sketching up fresh ideas with our CEO for our upcoming Spring Collection! If you’ve been following our Instagram stories, you might’ve already caught a glimpse of a few of her latest work. If not, take a look at some of the latest designs. (Above and below pictures).

With 3 new pieces under her belt in just 2 short months with Jaded, De’Ja is already proving she is unstoppable! We can’t wait for you to see what we create here at Jaded, stay tuned for our Spring Collection-bringing you a surprise with stories to match! Though she’s busy building, she does accept commissions—just don’t get sour if she takes her time. After all, she’s juggling her own brand and working with Jaded. 😉

August had us all buzzing with energy, working behind the scenes and moving things forward. One Friday night, I joined Jade—our founder—for an evening out supporting other local businesses. For her, it was just another night of showing up, connecting, and uplifting others. For me, it was a reminder of how deeply she lives the Jaded spirit: bold, ambitious, and always building bridges.

On our way back, we got into a conversation about the obstacles that come with transforming your life. We talked about the hard lessons and tough choices that come with staying true to your integrity, and how real success only comes when your values and actions align.

When you’re first starting out and getting your name out there, it’s tempting to grab every opportunity that comes your way—even the ones that might not feel right. But as Jade reminded me:

“Authenticity is the bravest thing to do in a world where we’re all trying to be somebody else.”

That truth stays with me. Because when we lead with authenticity, stick to our core values, and can confidently move from integrity, we don’t just grow stronger—we build something lasting. That’s the Jaded way. Whether in business, community, or everyday choices, it’s about showing up as your truest self and building from there. The right people will come along and the community you build will stay.