55 Quotes by Tommy Dorfman

Be kind to yourself and take the time you need to define your gender and sexuality in a way that feels safe and right for you.

I've been wearing makeup for as long as I can remember. I started by playing with my mom's lipsticks, then in ballet I would apply my own stage makeup.

I loved experimenting with eyeshadow and lip gloss in my tween years.

I love when an outfit embodies the fluidity of my gender - it makes me feel the most confident and grounded, especially when attending fashion shows, which can be extremely overwhelming.

In the beginning, editorial always inspired my beauty looks, but we're living in a primarily digital age, and Instagram is a great source - as is Pinterest - to find brilliant ideas that spark new ideas in me and the talented makeup artists I work with.

To work with a brand like ASOS that reaches such a young audience and to spread the message of GLAAD is exciting.

I always hated that clothing was gendered when I was young.

I'm sober now, but I was partying a lot. Part of it was because gay bars felt like safe spaces... a place where you feel safe and comfortable in your own skin.

I do think some older people in the gay community could be better influencers for gay youth, better educators. I made it a point to be that person.