Toast 2 Tony

Dedicated to my favorite first cousin. The one who gave me the passion for fashion. The one who’s been a strong advocate in my life. It’s a affirmation that she tells me and it follows “ The world is waiting for you, what cha gonna do ”

That’s a driving force for me to do what I love to do and this is for you cousin. Love Dink

Inspired and Dedicated to Gloria Quander. She’s my mom’s oldest sister and she gave me permission to “Glo”

Being confused and ashamed about coming out, she let me know it’s okay and to live in my truth. To glow, To shine.

This is for you Auntie 

With Love, Dedicated to my grandmother Mrs. Dorothy Lee McLean. She passed away when I was 3 and I have a vivid memory of her. Short sleeved Dickey shirt, big round glasses and a short cut. One thing I inherited from her was to work hard. To work with your hands and build which was passed down to my mom and to me.
This is to keeping your memory alive Grandma.

With homage, Dedicated to my fabulous Aunt Jean. Thank you for being my matriarch. Thank you for those heartfelt conversations during the commercial break of your soap opera’s. Thank you for the love you’ve shown to me and your family. You will always be a queen and this is for you Ms. Jean

To the most unsung hero in my family. You lived a private life yet left an impact on mine. You are my godfather and the original Tony. I was named after you and remember the happiness I felt as a child during Christmas because of you. Here’s to the man behind the name. Let’s all “Toast 2 Tony”

Resilience and Strength is what comes to mind describing the incomparable Ms. Willie Bea Thorpe. When life gave her lemons, she made Lemon Soufflé with the softest heart to match. Throughout life obstacles, you kept your head high and your eyes on the Lord which I take with me and dedicate this beverage to you Aunt Bea