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It seems Dorinda Tolson was destined to have a career in some phase of visual or decorative arts.  As one of eight children, she grew up in Baltimore, Maryland in a family environment where artistic ability was appreciated and encouraged.  It was a family legacy.  Her Grandmother was a self taught artist and a painter.  An uncle was an art teacher.  Two brothers majored in art.  One of them , is in fact , an artist and partner in her company.  Dorinda studied interior design at Catonsville Community College.  However, her interest was more for fashion.  This interest, she says, can be attributed to two fashion conscious aunts; one a seamstress, the other, a hat-maker.

Her company was started in 1999.  She and her brother have pooled their resources, love, talents, ideas and beliefs to push their unique concept of redesigning shoes and accessories to perfectly match outfits.  The company has grown tremendously as well as the concept.

Dorinda has already gained national attention for her creativity and originality. You may find women of style and distinction from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, California wearing her colorful designs.  Her talents have been in demand, across the country, for such events as fashion shows, conventions, sorority affairs, etc.  She has been featured in numerous publications.   

Dorinda, who currently lives in Randallstown, Maryland, and works  in the Express Mail Department of the U.S. Postal Service is about more than fashion designs, however,  she  is also known for her designs in household furnishings, such as bed linens, ceramics, wall paintings, etchings and other accessories.  It is interior design that she, also, looks to focus and expand on in the future. 

Even though it has not always been easy, Dorinda has this to say about her success, “I have no words for these achievements, except that it is a great joy to recognize, appreciate and act on the gifts of art that God has given me.”

Helen Martin
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