The story behind our brand: Pretty Dope Women
I am a PD Woman, also known as a Woman with Parkinson’s Disease. I've grappled with the weight of that word—Parkinson’s—and its inability to truly capture the complexity and personal journey each of us faces.
Pause for a moment and think. Does the term “Parkinson’s” really resonate with the intricate nuances of this chronic, progressive neurological disorder?
To me, it fails to encompass the courage, strength, and resilience that we, as warriors, embody. Day in and day out, we face this formidable foe, striving to maintain normalcy and play our various life roles with dignity.
To label our journey merely as "Parkinson's" feels insufficient and somewhat distant from the challenges we endure. There's a common misconception that this ailment predominantly affects older men. While it's named after an elderly man who made pivotal discoveries related to the disorder, and the mainstream medication for PD has been solely tested on men, the reality is starkly different. Parkinson's manifests differently in men and women, with each person grappling with symptoms unique to them.
For those, like me, who find it hard to identify with the conventional 'Parkinson's' label, I felt compelled to introduce a name that truly honours our strength, resilience, and individuality. Because, let's be honest: even though we may be deficient in dopamine, we are undeniably. PRETTY DOPE.
Enter Pretty Dope Women. More than just a name, it's a reflection of who we are—powerful, resilient, and remarkable. The essence of this name and what it represents is beautifully captured in our brand's visual identity.
The "Pretty Dope Women"
logo captures our essence.
Designed with the elegant "Lust" font, it exudes a sense of grace and empowerment. The deep magenta and pink hues symbolize the potent rhythms of our unique feminine journey, while the kiss mark becomes a bold emblem of self-love and speaking one's truth. Each element combines to weave a narrative of beauty, power, and authenticity, epitomizing our spirit.
It's more than just empowerment—it's about recognition and representation. The limited awareness about how Parkinson's distinctly impacts women drove me to dive into research. Hearing countless stories of women with PD who grapple with symptoms linked to our menstrual cycle reinforced the need for "Pretty Dope Women."
My mission is crystal clear: share my narrative as a PD Woman. In doing so, I aim to inspire other women with PD to embrace their truth without reservation and begin their own healing journey. Through open dialogue and education, we can spotlight the unique challenges women face in their Parkinson's journey. And as we unite, we take one step closer to a faster cure.
