Throughout the entire collection, attention to detail and functionality is crucial. I am not going to lie, I am a mom on a mission to make her mark. My passion is creating and truly being present in the process. So many people like the ending, but shy away from the grind and the set backs. I am an example of how the grind and the set backs have all been part of God's plan to perfectly place me in
the entrepreneurial world. I have to say to myself everyday, "If it were easy, everyone would do it."
2020 has not been easy for most. I am sure that I am in the minority when I say that it truly has been one of the best blessings in our family. We are a tighter unit, we value each other more, we don't take each other for granted and we know it is ok to not always be ok. 2020 has gut punched many industries, including retail. The lack of face to face selling, cancelation of holiday sales and figuring out what retail's "new normal" looks like has been a challenge. I am blessed that I have been able to pivot from focusing on the Heidi Game Day purse (stadium approved) to a more versatile tote and material. I jumped in with both feet into the neoprene world have not looked back. I am proud to have created the new neoprene line from the bottom up. Sketches, photos, color pallets, fashion forecasters, focus groups, retailer round tables, textures...you name it, I have had to figure it out. I have had an amazing group of supporters and mentors that have been invaluable through out this process. It only seemed natural to move away from "On the Rocks" to a more inclusive business name to cover all of the collections. Let me introduce you to TAYLOR GRAY.
Those who really know me, know that I am not a people person and am perfectly content to play in the sandbox by myself. I love what I do and truly do come alive in a sales setting, but truth be told, it is WAY outside my comfort zone. Therefore, re-branding to my name took a lot of persuading, a lot of beer and a lot of faith. I also offer a wholesale program for qualified retailers. Please email [email protected] for more information.
