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Knitwear Technical Designer

LoveShackFancy, New York, NY, United States


ABOUT LOVESHACKFANCY LoveShackFancy, founded in 2013 by Rebecca Hessel Cohen, is a global fashion, beauty, childrenswear, accessories, home, and lifestyle brand celebrated for its romantic, vintage-inspired aesthetic and cult-like community. Known for its immersive, whimsical interiors, the brand has grown to 25 boutiques across the U.S. and London. Signature ruffles, pink, and bows anchor the collections, while storytelling and pioneering community-driven experiences have shaped LoveShackFancy into more than a fashion label—it’s a shared lifestyle movement. Coveted collaborations include Victoria’s Secret PINK, Gap, Target, Stanley, Pottery Barn, Bogner, and more. In 2023, LoveShackFancy launched Beauty exclusively at Sephora, inviting millions into its rose-colored world of whimsy and celebration.

Key Responsibilities

Must have a strong background in knitwear, cut and sew, swim and active a plus

Must be able to start with development tech pack and edit as needed, document fit comments, specs and bill of materials from start to finish of a product fit cycle. Translate design sketches and/or samples into spec and construction pages. Review tech packs prior to turnover for accuracy

Lead/direct fit session on live model with cross-functional teams (Design/Production/Merch) to evaluate garment fit, constructions and styling details

Measure and prep samples for fitting

Provide technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit standards. Utilizes written comments, sketches, photos, or pattern making as needed to communicate

Communicate fit and balance issues via easily understandable written and/or visual methods

Anticipate and resolve any potential production problems while in the fit process. Partner with vendors in the resolution of problems as necessary

Issue grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval. Review grade rule changes submitted by factories

Must be able to launch domestic developed samples to overseas factories

Establish construction standards for all fabric types

Establish and maintain brand fit, spec and construction consistency

Maintains professional and timely daily email correspondence with overseas vendors

Ability to articulate the fit issues and present solutions during the fit session to cross functional teams

Accountable to resolve fit issues and to clearly communicate with vendors via emails/zoom calls within tight timeline

Collaborate with cross functional teams to make sure T&A calendar is maintained

Help production team by answering all technical questions by overseas factories from SMS development, in-line production and TOPs

Qualifications

Must possess Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college

Must have 5-7 years of Technical Design experience in the designer or contemporary market.

Must have clear understanding of the LoveShackFancy brand and aesthetic and have an amazing eye for fit and quality

Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational skills

Must have excessive construction and patternmaking knowledge

Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills

Must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment

Ability to multi-task and work simultaneously with different departments

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