Oh Kate, Oh Canada … The Duchess Dons Smythe

TORONTO, June 30, 2011 -

Canadian Design Duo Thrilled to be Included on First Day of Royal
Visit

Smythe, the iconic Canadian jacket label ( href="www.smythelesvestes.com">www.smythelesvestes.com),
is royally pleased as Catherine Middleton, the Duchess of
Cambridge, was seen today wearing one of their jackets. The Duchess
was seen wearing Smythe’s ‘One Button Blazer’ in navy as she
stepped on to the plane taking her to Ottawa, Ontario, for the very
first day of the Canadian Royal Visit.

“We are thrilled to be part of the Duchess’ wardrobe for the
Royal Visit,” said Andrea Lenczner and Christie Smythe, co-founders
of Smythe. “We design with a woman like Catherine Middleton in
mind: tailored and effortlessly chic. Needless to say we are
delighted that Her Royal Highness has included Smythe in her first
visit to Canada.”

Launched in Toronto in 2004, Smythe’s made-in-Canada jackets and
coats are recognized by their timeless designs, fine tailoring and
iconic silhouettes. The label has grown to enjoy a following
that includes Canadian and international style makers including
Blake Lively, Jessica Biel and Heidi Klum to Canada’s own Rachel
McAdams and Sarah Richardson. Smythe can be purchased at select
retailers across Canada, the U.S. and internationally.

Co-created by childhood friends Andrea Lenczner and Christie
Smythe, Smythe jackets are designed for the modern woman to fit her
lifestyle. Inspired by their own experiences as working mothers,
Andrea and Christie wanted a wardrobe staple that could work for
all facets of their busy lives.

About Smythe

Smythe has created essential wardrobe pieces that are both
modern and emotional. The contemporary, flawlessly-tailored jackets
and coats feature nostalgic colours, textures and prints that are
distinct in their traditional menswear tailoring details. This
artful tailoring and sartorial fit made Smythe an instant success
when the label launched in 2004. Smythe’s made-in-Canada
jackets and coats are iconic silhouettes that are novel yet
versatile. For more information, please visit href="www.smythelesvestes.com">www.smythelesvestes.com.

For further information:

For more information about Smythe, interview requests and
lookbooks, please contact Deb McCain Communications at:

Deb McCain          

+1-416-402-5681
deb@debmccain.com

Jen Knox
+1-416-882-1432
jen@debmccain.com

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