Biography
Jessica Jane Molebatsi (born 1986) is a renowned South African fashion designer and personality. Her designs have made her successful in the industry. She has boutiques and stores across South Africa.
Jessica has garnered a decent fanbase and customer reach through her designs. She got an invitation to display her authentic feminine couture.
The designer was at the February/March season at the 2022 Paris Fashion Week held in France. There, she showcased her designs and collections.
In South Africa, Jessica is among the prominent fashion designers. She has designed for many top celebrities and respected people.
Molebatsi designed the gown for Winnie Mandela’s 80th Birthday celebration. Other celebrities that Jessica has dressed include Terry Pheto, Minnie Dlamini, Amanda Du Pont, and Boity.
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| Name: | Jessica Jane Molebatsi |
| Née Weber | Weber |
| Born: | 1986 (age 36 years) |
| Place of Birth: | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Education: | Fashion design |
| Alma mater: | Durban University of Technology |
| Spouse: | Wandile Molebatsi (m. 2013) |
| Children: | 2 |
| Parents: | Joachim (father) |
| Occupation: | Fashion Designer |
| Label: | JessicaJane, Mother of Haute |
| Contact Number • Email: | 0725269474 • info@jessicajane.co.za |
| Website: | www.jessicajane.co.za |
| Profiles: | Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn |
| Net Worth: | R15 million |
Early Life
The prominent fashion designer Jessica Jane Molebatsi was born in 1986 in the coastal city of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal. Her father, Joachim, and mother reside in Free State.
Her father enjoys watching rugby and braai. Growing up, she became interested in fashion as a young girl and began on a large cutting table.
Her grandmother was her biggest inspiration as a child. She would watch her craft beautiful wedding gowns. She stayed close and would play with fabric pretending to pin.
Education
Jessica Jane Molebatsi studied fashion design at the Durban University of Technology for two years. She holds a BA in fashion design from the London International School of Fashion.
Career
The 36-year-old is a renowned fashion designer. She founded the top fashion label JessicaJane and has been in the fashion industry for many years.
Molebatsi dressed Nelson Mandela’s second wife, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, for her 80th Birthday celebration. After graduating from school, she worked behind the scene for many featured films as a Costume Designer.
Jessica had always wanted more from the fashion industry and wanted to do entrepreneurship. In 2010, she established her fashion brand JessicaJane.
The label became operational on the living room floor of her flat. It started with two focuses; one-of-a-kind event wear and high-end wedding gowns.
To expand her business, Molebatsi formed a concept for a new fashion label, Mother of Haute. She has since then continued to grow her business and brand.
Molebatsi showcased her Feminine Couture on the international runway in Paris for the February/March season of Paris Fashion Week.
Personal Life
Jessica Jane Molebatsi married the veteran actor and producer Wandile Molebatsi. Her hubby has appeared in many shows like Soul City and Rhythm City.
The couple went on several dates together before her husband knew he would marry her. They got engaged in Natal Midlands after Wandile proposed.
In 2013, the duo got married in a private wedding ceremony. Jessica is a proud mother of Elijah Aruna Molebatsi.
Social Profiles
Jessica Jane Molebatsi is on social media and has profiles for her lifestyle and work. She created an account for showcasing her designs. She has many followers and returning customers who transact with her through her media profiles.
Net Worth
Jessica Jane Molebatsi is one of the top fashion designers South Africa has produced. She has been in the industry for years, has many visible successes, and earned a fortune. She has a net worth of R20 million as of August 2022.