“My archives are not just garments – they are a record of every risk, every emotion and every moment of transformation.” – Vera Wang
Olivia Palermo, Vera Wang and the style world’s A-List have UOVO, the high-tech art and fashion storage service on speed-dial. ALEXANDER HANKIN books an appointment.
I have an exceptionally large fashion wardrobe. Honestly, I often find myself forgetting what I own or where pieces are stored. My Chrome Hearts collection is my favorite. I’ve collected Chrome Hearts since high school, and I have some super rare, valuable pieces. I need a way to catalog and organize everything. I remember seeing the name UOVO everywhere, often as sponsors at chic events. UOVO is best known for art storage solutions but has a serious fashion division. Style starlet Olivia Palermo uses UOVO to store her enviable fashion pieces. “All my clothes are beautifully packaged, they’re preserved,” Palermo tells me. “If there are things like dry cleaning for specific garments, or pieces that need to be tailored or have aged, they always give the best advice on who to work with to keep the clothes in the best possible state. I really appreciate that.”
Devon McCready, a contemporary art advisor in Boston and Palm Beach is another UOVO devotee. “I approach my wardrobe the way I approach art, thoughtfully curated, timeless and deeply personal,” she says. My Vera Wang wedding gown isn’t just a dress. It’s a piece of my personal history, part of my archive. UOVO treats fashion with the same state-of-the-art standards they’ve perfected in fine art storage. Having trusted them in the art world, I knew they were the only place I wanted to store my wedding gown. I love the peace of mind that comes with knowing it’s being preserved to the same level as a Rothko or a Basquiat.”
“MyCloset is my 24/7 high-tech fashion look book. My wardrobe is a tap away. Think Cher Horowitz’s closet in Clueless, but better.”
I decide to give UOVO a try and it’s been nothing short of a game-changer. The UOVO team arrive at my home, carefully take inventory of my Chrome Hearts collection, delicately pack everything and transport it to their state-of-the-art facility in Brooklyn. UOVO is also a must for fashion archives – perfect for my rare pieces. They meticulously inspect, photograph, catalogue and pack each item to ensure perfect preservation. Specialty boxes and couture-grade packing materials guarantee my collection remains in pristine condition. UOVO handles the collections of Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera and Vera Wang. “Fashion is as much about the future as it is about the past,” Wang tells me. “My archives are not just garments – they are a record of every risk, every emotion and every moment of transformation in my career. Preservation and storage are treated with the same reverence as creation, meaning protecting not just fabric, but identity, history and the story of a brand. I thank UOVO for safeguarding my legacy and protecting it for the future.”
UOVO’s innovative digital MyCloset platform, allows me to securely view items in storage and request deliveries at any time. MyCloset is my personal 24/7 high-tech fashion look book. OrbitVu 360º cameras capture high-resolution images of every item. Think Cher Horowitz’s closet in Clueless, but better. My wardrobe is a tap away and I can share it all with stylists, personal shoppers or vintage collectors. I create notes, add descriptive details, and track the value of each item, all within the app.
A standout is seasonal storage. I use UOVO as my endless closet for off-season pieces. Wardrobe switch outs help me keep organized all year-round. And complimentary pickup/ delivery for each seasonal transition makes the entire process effortless.
