IVY MONTGOMERY
Grapevine,TX
Summary
Innovative Wardrobe Stylist with a comprehensive background in fashion production and personal styling. Expertise in curating cohesive looks for editorial and private clients, coupled with a strong focus on mentoring and enhancing client presentations to meet brand standards and exceed expectations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Intake Specialist
Louis Vuitton
Dallas, USA
11.2023 - Current
- Manage intake and processing of high-value luxury goods, ensuring authenticity verification, condition assessment, and accurate documentation.
- Ensured all incoming merchandise met Louis Vuitton's quality expectations, upholding brand standards.
- Coordinated with repair, alterations, and quality control teams to ensure timely service delivery.
- Maintained meticulous inventory records to enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer satisfaction.
Wardrobe Consultant / Mentor
Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center - Suit Up Experience
Dallas, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Mentored youth and young adults on personal presentation and grooming to enhance confidence in professional settings.
- Curated and styled complete outfits from donated and sponsored apparel to ensure participants presented a polished appearance.
- Coordinated fittings and accessory selection to prepare participants for successful interviews and public appearances.
- Provide professional wardrobe consultations to program participants, focusing on business and formal attire.
Lead Stylist
J3 Productions
Dallas, USA
02.2021 - Current
- Directed styling for over 150 productions, encompassing runway shows, editorial campaigns, and private client events.
- Developed personalized wardrobe solutions for clients at Freebirdivy LLC and Bluxe Boutique, enhancing individual style and satisfaction.
- Managed end-to-end production styling including fittings, model castings, textile sourcing, and prop selection.
- Orchestrated four high-profile pop-up shops, boosting brand engagement and driving retail performance.
- Integrated cutting-edge fashion trends into client and brand styling strategies, ensuring relevance and appeal in competitive markets.
Wardrobe Consultant
Freebirdivy LLC
Grapevine, USA
05.2019 - Current
- Created tailored wardrobe solutions by integrating client pieces with new acquisitions, enhancing overall client satisfaction and style.
- Selected garments and accessories for editorial spreads, red carpet appearances, and film productions.
- Collaborated with hair and makeup teams to craft cohesive visual narratives, strengthening brand identity and presentation.
- Maintained wardrobe integrity through expert steaming, pressing, and minor garment care interventions.
- Performed on-set wardrobe adjustments to maintain visual consistency and support creative direction. for live events and shoots, ensuring optimal presentation and alignment with creative vision.
Photographer - Fashion & Lifestyle
Freebirdivy LLC
Grapevine, USA
05.2019 - Current
- Styled and photographed cohesive fashion campaigns, model portfolios, and lifestyle editorials, elevating visual storytelling.
- Conceived and executed visually compelling photo shoots, enhancing brand narrative from concept to final image retouching.
- Controlled lighting, set design, and prop integration to achieve desired aesthetic outcomes, ensuring alignment with creative vision.
FILM COSTUME DESIGNER
Self Employed Services
Dallas, tx
2019 - Current
- Designed costumes based on character analysis and script requirements.
- Collaborated with directors to ensure costume vision aligned with production goals.
- Sourced materials and fabric to create unique costume designs for performances.
- Created sketches and technical drawings to visualize costume concepts effectively.
- Fitted costumes on actors to ensure proper sizing and comfort during performances.
- Managed costume inventory, organizing items for quick access during productions.
- Oversaw alterations and repairs to maintain costume quality throughout the season.
- Coordinated with wardrobe staff to streamline dressing processes backstage efficiently.
- Collaborated with production staff to ensure timely completion of costumes within budget constraints.
- Communicated effectively with other departments including lighting, sound, scenic design, about any changes needed due to costuming decisions.
- Managed purchases of ready-made costumes from suppliers or rental companies when necessary.
- Sourced fabrics from local vendors in order to create authentic period pieces.
- Organized fittings and alterations for cast members to ensure a perfect fit for each costume piece.
- Constructed and styled garments by hand and by machines.
- Attended rehearsals regularly in order to observe how the actor moves while wearing their costume.
- Adjusted and tailored clothing for proper fit.
- Supervised wardrobe crew during performances, ensuring quick changes between scenes were executed properly.
- Selected colors and textures that best represented the character's personality.
- Reviewed scripts thoroughly prior to designing costumes so as to understand character development arcs.
- Maintained records of costume inventory, ensuring all pieces were accounted for after each performance.
- Kept up to date on fashion trends and historical styles to ensure accuracy in designs.
- Drew artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Created custom-made accessories such as hats, headpieces and jewelry to complete the look of individual characters.
- Developed visually appealing character styles that married story with director vision.
- Coordinated with hair and makeup artists regarding color palettes used in costuming.
- Assisted with set design elements such as props and furniture which complemented the overall look.
- Organized and maintained accessories and clothing in shooting area, enabling professionals to find items easily.
- Ensured proper storage and maintenance of costumes throughout rehearsal process and run of show.
- Maintained continuity by ensuring that all performers wore the same version of their costume at every show.
- Instructed assistant designers on techniques for creating intricate details like embroidery and beading.
- Measured sleeves and pant legs and pin-folded alteration lines.
- Purchased unique costume pieces from various retail sources. from brick-and-mortar and online stores.
- Helped performers into costumes and assisted with costume changes.
Delivery Driver
Veho & DoorDash
01.2019 - Current
- Delivered packages to customers efficiently and accurately.
- Delivered secure shipments on time while upholding professional brand image in fast-paced environments.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology for timely deliveries.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery status and any issues.
Volunteer
Self Employed Services
Dallas, Texas
1985 - Current
- Managed supplies inventory and ensured resources were readily available.
- Trained new volunteers on tasks and organizational policies.
- Assisted team in organizing community events and activities.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and allocated resources to maximize participation and efficiency.
- Communicated with local organizations to promote volunteer opportunities.
- Supported fundraising initiatives through outreach and organized events to engage community involvement.
- Assisted in preparing event materials and setup, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Assisted in planning fundraising events and conducting donor outreach to enhance funding opportunities.
Wardrobe Consultant
House of Haute
Dallas, USA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Styled clients for special events, editorial shoots, and public appearances, ensuring elevated, on-brand presentation.
- Provided personalized styling consultations for boutique clientele, aligning selections with individual tastes, body types, and lifestyle needs.
- Coordinated fittings, alterations, and accessory pairing to create cohesive, polished looks that reflect client preferences.
- Assisted in visual merchandising to elevate in-store presentation and boost customer engagement.
- Managed shipping and logistics for client orders, guaranteeing timely and damage-free delivery of garments and accessories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Music Studies
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR01-2007
Skills
- Garment Fitting & Alterations Coordination
- Wardrobe Styling & Organization
- Editorial & Commercial Styling
- Accessory and Prop Selection
- Fashion Show Production
- Photo Shoot Coordination
- Visual Merchandising
- Client Relationship Management
- Trend Forecasting
- Creative solutions
Timeline
Intake Specialist
Louis Vuitton
11.2023 - Current
Wardrobe Consultant / Mentor
Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center - Suit Up Experience
01.2023 - Current
Wardrobe Consultant
House of Haute
01.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Stylist
J3 Productions
02.2021 - Current
Wardrobe Consultant
Freebirdivy LLC
05.2019 - Current
Photographer - Fashion & Lifestyle
Freebirdivy LLC
05.2019 - Current
Delivery Driver
Veho & DoorDash
01.2019 - Current
FILM COSTUME DESIGNER
Self Employed Services
2019 - Current
Volunteer
Self Employed Services
1985 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Music Studies
University of Arkansas at Little Rock