MATHU ANDERSEN
When I met Mathu back in 1990, I had no way of knowing the impact this beautiful Renaissance man would have on my life. I have cherished every moment of these twenty years that we’ve spent in dressing rooms and soundstages around the world. The lessons I have learned from him have broadened my aesthetic and made me who I am today. I’m crying tears of gratitude as I write this, because it still amazes me how blessed I am to know him. Every photograph, every hairdo, and every makeup look in this book was created by him. He, together with Zaldy, created the images that would propel me into the pop culture lexicon like no other drag queen had done before. His innate ability to deconstruct abstract concepts and magically transform them into art is nothing short of miraculous. He is my idol, my teacher, my friend.
ZALDY
Ninety-five percent of all the clothing you see in this book was designed by Zaldy, the most brilliant visionary I have ever worked with. For the past eighteen years, he has created my most extraordinary ensembles. I’ve worn many designers, but no one has ever turned me out the way he has. He understands my proportions, and he designs to enhance my frequency. His aesthetic is esoteric and avant-garde, yet his approach is timeless and classic. He knows the craft and he loves it. He’s taught me so much about color, texture, and style. I’m proud to call him my friend.