Madeline Mehler, colloquially known under the alias "Umi Dreami" or "Oomz", is a designer and fashion innovator whose work explores the intersection of identity, femininity, and societal expectations. Oomz World serves as a virtual portfolio and record of artistic exploration in the mediums of design, garment construction, and styling.
umi@oomz.world
EXPERIENCE
Independent Designer
Oomz World Sept 2017 - Present
Designed and produced custom garments through end-to-end processes including pattern-making/drafting, draping, alterations, fabric sourcing, and client fittings; managed commissions and bookkeeping; led fashion show participation, model casting, and photoshoot conceptualization/direction; executed social media marketing to promote collections and brand
Designer
Weissman Dancewear Sept 2023 - Present
Developed designs business-appropriate direction for Lyrical, Contemporary, and Acro genres from concept through sketching and development to production; conducted fittings and raw material development, collaborated cross-functionally with sourcing, merchandising, and technical design teams; utilized advanced skillset CLO3D for 3D design development; managed and mentored direct reports
Associate Designer
Weissman Dancewear Oct 2021 - Sept 2023
Developed designs business-appropriate direction for Lyrical, Contemporary, and Acro genres from concept through sketching and development to production; conducted fittings, utilized CLO3D for 3D design development at an intermediate level; attended national dancewear events and completed trend analysis with actionable, brand-relevant reporting
Assistant Designer
Weissman Dancewear June 2019 - Oct 2021
Supported sketching and design development; assisted in fittings and conducted prototype review meetings with detailed note-taking and post-meeting recaps; created competitor analysis reports; maintained accurate design documentation including sketches, BOMs, product management tracking, and development reporting
Treasurer
FGI - St. Louis Chapter Jan 2026 - Present
Managed regional finances for the fiscal year, providing detailed financial reporting at board meetings; oversaw accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and expense payments; maintained bank accounts and compliance requirements; prepared and submitted financial documentation for IRS group exemption and FGI Headquarters, including rebates and financial statements.
Fashion Design Intern
Paul Carroll, NY May 2018 - Aug 2018
Aided in pattern-making and sample-making, collection planning, fabric and materials sourcing, supplier relations, model fittings, fashion illustration
Student Fellow
LaunchNET Kent State Sept 2016 - Aug 2017
Assisted in the planning of entrepreneurial events, competitions, and workshops, coordination with student entrepreneurs and other on-campus organizations, client relations
Merchandising Intern
Pointe Foure Vintage May 2016 - Aug 2016
Assisted in customer relations, coordination of sales and inventory, POS tendering, design of window/ interior displays, ecommerce and web design, care and repair of vintage garments
EDUCATION
Kent State University
BA in Fashion Design - Minor in Business
August 2015 - May 2019
Member of the Kent State University Honors College, Recipient of the Honors College Scholarship, President's Scholarship, Trustee Scholarship, University Award Scholarship
Semester Abroad
Florence, Italy
August 2017 - December 2017
A semester long experience exploring methods of European design and production, including the attendance of the Premier Vision Paris and Lineapelle Milan trade shows
Fashion Study Tour
Berlin/ Munich, Germany
June 2016
A two-week study focusing on the merchandising methods of European retail and the sphere of education for German fashion students.
Student Mentor
Global Ambassador Program
August 2016 - May 2017
Selected to serve as a mentor on the Kent State University campus to two incoming international students for a duration of one academic year.