Just when you thought it couldn't get any better, we've got the brilliant Jada Holmes of Afro Puff Jada blessing us with her captivating journey. You'll be on the edge of your seat as she takes us on a rollercoaster ride from TikTok videos with her mom to becoming an innovative handbag designer. Turns out, sometimes when you can't find the perfect accessory, you end up creating it yourself. That's exactly what Jada did, and now she's leaving her mark one handbag at a time. We promise, you're going to be inspired as we dive into the second part of our conversation where she shares her staggering shift from a pre-med student to a TikTok sensation. Discover how an English literature passion, a viral video, and a global pandemic led to her carving out a niche in handbag design. And if you think it was all easy sailing, Jada is here to share the reality of the hustle and how she navigated the treacherous waters of those initial two years to finally land brand deals and create a successful fashion brand. Lastly, we chuckle over a hilarious toilet mishap, proving that the journey to success is filled with unforgettable laughter. As we talk about her creative process, you'll be blown away by her ability to turn everyday obsessions like cereal into fun and quirky purses. And as she reveals the strategic choices behind her designs and the feedback she’s received from customers and critics, you'll be left marveling at her talent. Come, join us and get inspired by Jada Holmes and her innovative journey in the world of fashion.Follow Jada Holmes:https://www.instagram.com/afropuffjada/ Shop Handbag Designer 101 Merch: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/category/all-products Register for the Handbag Designer 101 Masterclass: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/challenge-page/Masterclass Book a handbag session with Emily: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/ Hire Emily to be a guest speaker at your event: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/speaking Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HandbagDesigner101-IHDA Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handbagdesigner/ Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handbagdesigner Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/handbagdesigner