After seeing countless women in my life struggle with their style and the constant barrage of ads and unrealistic “aspirational” fashion content on the internet, I wanted to be a part of the solution, not the problem. Initially, I worked in retail styling with brands like StitchFix, and M.M.LaFleur but I realized that enticing women to buy new clothes doesn’t fix the style struggles most of them have.

I always believed there had to be a simpler way to create a timeless, mix-and-match capsule for those who are passionate about building their dream wardrobe. That’s how I created The IVY Method.

Since launching Calvert & Co. Wardrobe and Personal Styling 3 years ago and becoming a Nashville and Virtual Personal Stylist, I've applied this method to all my clients. It's been tested on women with diverse body types, professions, ages, and even locations. And guess what? It’s proven effective for each and every one of them.

The IVY Method is a comprehensive and personalized approach developed to stop wardrobe overwhelm and instead curate a simpler, more stylish mix-and-match wardrobe.

IVY stands for: Identity, Value, (Long-term) Yield.

Why? Because we believe that when you look good, you feel good, and good things happen.

I = IDENTITY

A functional, mix-and-match wardrobe is built around who you are and what you get dressed for. Defining the following 3 areas provides the foundation for a simpler, more stylish wardrobe for our clients.

Lifestyle: We dive into your daily activities, routines, and special occasions. This helps us customize your wardrobe to fit your lifestyle perfectly.

Body Shape: We get to know your unique 3D body shape to make shopping and putting together outfits a breeze. Plus, we believe in suggesting styles that enhance your natural features and boost your confidence.
Personal Style: We explore preferences, tastes, and fashion inspirations to create a unique style profile reflecting your personality.

V = VALUE

We believe wardrobes are a delicate ecosystem. Whatever you edit out of your closet should add just as much value as what you add in. Quality over quantity is essential but that doesn’t mean you have to buy expensive clothes exclusively. Instead, the willingness to repair items and launder with care indicates value essential for long-term wardrobe satisfaction and joy.

Edit and Declutter: We go through your wardrobe, keeping what aligns with your lifestyle, body shape, and personal style. We clear out items that no longer serve you or match your newly established style objectives to keep wardrobe overwhelm at bay.
Identify Gaps & Shop With Intention: We assess what is missing from your wardrobe to create a versatile, mix-and-matchable collection. We shop with purpose, focusing on quality over quantity, finding pieces that not only complement but elevate what you already have.

Y = (LONG TERM) YIELD

An essential part of solving your style struggles is skill development. We don’t just do it for you.
We teach you the skills to confidently manage your wardrobe over time and continue exploring your unique style.

Outfit Creation: Once your wardrobe has been intentionally curated based on Value and Identity, putting together outfits becomes easy because you have the puzzle pieces to make a complete picture! Additionally, we teach outfit formulas and styling techniques that make outfit possibilities endless.
Skill Development and Resources: We empower you to master wardrobe management, fostering confidence for sustained style success. We also provide resources like a custom Style Profile and Lookbook for your reference over time.

By implementing the IVY Method, we aim to break the cycle of wardrobe overwhelm, simplify your closet, and empower you to make intentional and confident fashion choices aligned with your lifestyle and taste.

This holistic approach ensures you can create endless outfits without filling up your closet but also gives you the knowledge and skills to maintain a stylish, functional collection over time.

When you look good, you feel good, and good things happen.

Calvert & Co. Wardrobe and Personal Styling helps busy women upgrade their wardrobes with our image consulting and personal styling services. We work in-person in Nashville, Tennessee, and virtually worldwide.

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