When Ivy Moliver launched Ivy Cove in the charming coastal town of Montecito, California, she wasn’t just starting a new business, she was embracing a new way of living and leading. As if being the co-owner and managing partner of Superior Leather Ltd, a global leather manufacturing company were not enough, in 2022 Ivy brought her expertise and creative sensibility to yet another venture that’s personal, purposeful, and deeply rooted in her values.

This summer, Ivy is glowing with the confidence of a seasoned entrepreneur and the creative spark of a founder building on her own terms. Ivy Cove is a reflection of timeless style, craftsmanship, and California ease. It’s also a celebration of connection with community, fellow creators, and causes close to her heart.

“With Ivy Cove, I wanted to design a brand that represents not just what I do, but who I am,” Ivy says. “It’s about honoring craftsmanship, supporting creativity, and creating space for joy.”

The brand offers elevated leather goods and lifestyle accessories that are as functional as they are beautiful. What sets Ivy Cove apart is Ivy’s philosophy of growth and prioritizing collaboration, quality, and community over rapid scale and overproduction. All Ivy Cove products are developed in-house and produced at the company’s wholly owned manufacturing facility, allowing full control over quality, sustainability, and a safe and fair working environment.

Ivy Cove’s collections reflect a clean, timeless aesthetic, but the spirit behind the brand is rooted in local creativity. From custom barware to travel totes, Ivy brings thoughtful design to everyday essentials.

The brand has been featured at local events throughout the region, including activations at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Swell Athletic Club, UC Santa Barbara, and venues like Margerum, Paradise Springs, Sweet Wheel Farm, Homer, Grimms Bluff, La Lieff, the University Club, Rosewood Miramar, Casa del Herrero, Lotusland, the Santa Barbara Yacht Club, atost, and Ambition After Hours.

Early activations for the brand included custom printed totes created in partnership with Camp Canine, and another custom tote for The Giving List. This summer, Ivy will also be launching a collaboration with heritage vermouth brand T.W. Hollister & Co. on select barware and home accessories. Additional partnerships with hotels, beverage brands, and local artists are in the works.

“These partnerships bring new energy to the brand,” Ivy says. “They allow us to experiment and most importantly, support other small businesses that care about quality and integrity.”

Beyond design, Ivy Cove is deeply mission-driven. The brand regularly supports a number of nonprofit organizations, including Girls Inc. of Carpinteria (to which 10% of all e-commerce sales are donated), the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, Santa Barbara Humane Society, Domestic Violence Solutions, Tidy Seas, and Transition House. Ivy also serves as Board President of her local HOA and is an active member of the Montecito Association and the Coast Village Road Association.

“It’s important to me that we give back in a real, ongoing way,” Ivy says. “We’re not just a brand we’re part of a community. People connecting with people.”

This summer, Ivy is showing up with intention at local events, through creative collaborations, and on social media. Rather than chasing trends, Ivy prioritizes alignment, authenticity, and sustainability. It’s an approach that resonates with her audience who are style-conscious consumers that value both aesthetics and meaning.

Asked what message she’d share with other women in business this season, Ivy says, “Let your values lead. When your work reflects who you are and what matters to you, that’s when it really shines.” For Ivy Moliver, this summer is about harmony. Between design and impact, style and service, personal ambition and collective growth, she’s building something that feels just right. And that truly is her glow.