Taralyn Thuot

Taralyn Thuot is a key figure at WILDFANG, a Portland, Oregon-based queer-friendly apparel company known for challenging traditional gender norms in fashion.1 As the Chief Product and Creative Officer, Thuot plays a crucial role in shaping the company's creative direction and product development.

Career at WILDFANG

Thuot was employee #1 at WILDFANG, joining the company at its inception.2 She has been instrumental in the company's growth and development since its founding in 2012.1 As the Chief Product and Creative Officer, Thuot is responsible for overseeing the creative aspects of the brand and its product line.3

Contributions and Achievements

Under Thuot's creative leadership, WILDFANG has:

1. Produced impactful collections, such as the "I Really Care, Don't U?" line in response to a controversial jacket worn by Melania Trump.1
2. Organized events like the Drag-a-thon, which set a Guinness World Record for the longest running drag show and raised substantial funds for The Trevor Project.1
3. Expanded its product assortment and managed rapid growth.4

Professional Background

Before joining WILDFANG, Thuot worked at Nike, Inc., along with the company's co-founders Emma Mcilroy and Julia Parsley.1 This experience in a major sportswear company likely contributed to her expertise in product development and creative direction in the apparel industry.

Thuot's role at WILDFANG involves a "never-off" work ethic, which she balances with daily running and outdoor activities like hiking and climbing in nearby mountains.5 Her creative vision and dedication have been integral to WILDFANG's success in challenging gender norms through fashion.