Jessica Wong is an advocate for self-love, celebrating authenticity, professionalism and creativity in everything she does. Born on Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, South Carolina, Jessica is proud of her Jamaican heritage, embracing her culture at every opportunity. At the age of four, Jessica moved to the vibrant city of Miami, Florida, where she attended Sunset Park Elementary and Glades Middle School.
It was at the Boys and Girls Club that her love for basketball took root, igniting a passion that would shape her teenage years. During her time at Miami Killian Senior High School, she played power forward for the Lady Cougars, where she learned the power of teamwork and perseverance.
Graduating in the top 15% of her class, Jessica earned multiple scholarships to Florida State University in Tallahassee, where she pursued her dreams with determination, ultimately obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Minor in Psychology.
In 2017, Jessica took a bold leap of faith by entering the Miss Jamaica Universe pageant in Kingston, Jamaica. Her determination paid off as she placed in the Top 10 and earned the title of “Gleaner’s Most Popular Contestant.” This experience opened the door to the world of modeling and social media, where she gained fame as @jessleewong. Jessica has successfully registered the trademark @jessleewong with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Following her success, Jessica became the solo model for the Official 2018 J. Wray & Nephew Ltd. calendar, showcasing her talent in Good Squad and various promotions that reached audiences around the globe.
There has never been a more vital time to celebrate the beauty and individuality of women, and Jessica is leading the charge. In 2018, she launched her handmade swimwear collection, XhaleSwim designed to empower women to embrace their unique selves.
Each piece in the XhaleSwim collection is handmade with care and attention to detail, reflecting Jessica’s belief that swimwear should not only enhance a woman’s beauty but also be a true extension of her personality. Through XhaleSwim, Jessica is fostering a community of women who can celebrate their bodies and individuality. Her collection serves as a reminder that every woman deserves to feel beautiful, confident, and authentically herself.
XhaleSwim is for woman who exudes confidence and believes beauty has no limits. XhaleSwim;s handmade, luxurious collection caters to different shapes, ages and sizes of women. XhaleSwim has a community of roughly 51, 000 body positive followers on @xhaleswim and featured in the Miami New Times as “Best Swimwear of 2020”. Jessica and XhaleSwim have been featured in various articles. Jessica’s journey is a celebration of resilience and self-empowerment, inspiring others to embrace their true selves and strive for their goals with confidence.