Patouche

About Kessa Laxton for Patouche

Where were you born?
Saskatoon, SK

Where did you study?
University of Western Ontario for a BA in Visual Arts
MA in Art History from the University of Toronto
...and I did a Scenic Art apprenticeship at National Theatre School

Did you work in fashion before joining TFI's resident program?
No, I worked in theatre

Who's your favourite international designer and why?
I like local designers Dagg & Stacey and also Snoflake - fun and very wearable

What do you never leave home without?
My Iphone!

Favourite vacation?
Anywhere in Italy or Cuba

Favourite movie?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being

Favourite hobby?
knitting

Twitter or Facebook?
Facebook, for now
Patouche

Advice for fashion industry wannabes?
Align yourself with other start-ups and share resources. NETWORK!

About Patouche
Company description
I create heirloom quality clothing & accessories for children

Who is your target market?
Parents of young children, aunties & grandparents

General retail prices
$18 - $190

At which stores & trade shows can we find Patouche?
Retailers: ABC carpet & home (US), Kol Kid, Planet Kid
Trade shows: One of a Kind, Bubble NY, Playtime NY

Contact info:
285 Manitoba Drive
Studio 1
Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
t: 416.660.6462
f: 416.971.6717
kessa@patouche.ca
www.patouche.ca

Why did you join TFI's Resident Program?
I was tired of working alone from home and wanted to be in an environment that inspired growth.

Photography: Lisa Kannakko