ABOUT
Born in Canada to an Irish mother and German father, Katie Walsh grew up in Dublin before moving to London in 2000 to study Fashion Design at Kingston University. She honed her pattern-cutting skills at Alexander McQueen before launching her own label, Poltock & Walsh. Over eight years, she showcased collections at New York and London Fashion Weeks, with her designs featured in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Interview, WWD, and the Financial Times. Her pieces have been worn by the likes of Rihanna, Kate Moss, Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller, Florence Welch, Emma Watson, Susie Lau, and Róisín Murphy. Following the birth of her second child, she took a step back from fashion to focus on family.
Considering a return six years later, Katie began extensive research into the circular economy and how she could use her fashion knowledge to make a positive impact on the natural world. That journey led to the launch of THE RE-PETE PROJECT in 2020, a certified B Corp community, followed by RE-PETE in 2021, a modular luxury fashion label built on circular design principles. RE-PETE is non-seasonal, gender-neutral, and made from recycled or regenerative materials, ensuring that the more produced, the more waste is taken into circulation, allowing ecosystems to regenerate while preserving the artistry of craftsmanship. Through RE-PETE, Katie is pioneering a new standard for luxury—one that is timeless, responsible, and purpose-driven.
Considering a return six years later, Katie began extensive research into the circular economy and how she could use her fashion knowledge to make a positive impact on the natural world. That journey led to the launch of THE RE-PETE PROJECT in 2020, a certified B Corp community, followed by RE-PETE in 2021, a modular luxury fashion label built on circular design principles. RE-PETE is non-seasonal, gender-neutral, and made from recycled or regenerative materials, ensuring that the more produced, the more waste is taken into circulation, allowing ecosystems to regenerate while preserving the artistry of craftsmanship. Through RE-PETE, Katie is pioneering a new standard for luxury—one that is timeless, responsible, and purpose-driven.
