My Story – From the Grind to the Brand

I never started Catch Phrase Poet to pad my pockets.

I've worked my ass off for 25 years — manual labor included — and I don't need the money. What I needed was an artistic outlet.

I've battled my own addictions for a long time. After utilizing every resource available to me, I finally found my peace through these words, these designs, and this brand. Catch Phrase Poet saved my life. The products aren't just clothing — they're real and raw because I am.

If people want to judge this, think it's ill-willed, or whatever… they can go straight to hell. This isn't for them.

This is for my friends still out on the streets.

This is for anyone still fighting their own demons.

This is armor for the soul.

— Jaret Szimonisz, Founder, Catch Phrase Poet