Apparel Designer - All Categories

We are a vertically integrated fashion apparel design and manufacturing company specializing in private label development and in-house brands. Our business supports DTC and wholesale retail partners, delivering trend-driven, commercial, and scalable apparel solutions from concept through production. We combine strong design sensibility with deep manufacturing expertise to bring products to market efficiently and competitively.

About the Role
The Designer (All Categories) is responsible for creating compelling, market-relevant apparel designs across multiple product categories. This role requires a strong balance of creative vision, technical knowledge, and commercial awareness, supporting both private label clients and in-house brand collections. The Designer will collaborate closely with merchandising, product development, sourcing, and production teams to ensure designs are aligned with brand DNA, customer expectations, cost targets, and production capabilities.

Responsibilities
Design & Creative Development

Design seasonal and ongoing apparel collections across multiple categories (e.g., tops, bottoms, dresses, outerwear, denim, active, lounge, etc.)

Develop original design concepts aligned with brand identity, customer profiles, and market trends

Create detailed design packages including sketches, colorways, fabrications, trims, and construction details

Interpret private label briefs and translate customer vision into commercial, production-ready designs

Trend, Market & Brand Research

Conduct trend research including color, fabric, silhouette, and graphic direction

Analyze competitive brands, retail assortments, and consumer behavior across DTC and wholesale channels

Apply trend insights in a way that supports brand positioning and price architecture

Partner with Product Development and Technical Design to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet quality standards

Work closely with Merchandising to build cohesive, balanced assortments

Collaborate with Sourcing and Production teams to align on fabric availability, costing, and lead times

Participate in fittings, revisions, and approvals through proto, sample, and production stages

Private Label & Client Support

Support multiple private label accounts with varying aesthetic, price points, and timelines

Present design concepts, seasonal direction, and line sheets to internal teams and external clients

Revise designs based on client feedback, cost targets, and production constraints

Execution & Organization

Maintain accurate design files, tech packs, and sample tracking

Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ensure consistency and quality across all deliverables

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

3+ years of apparel design experience (private label and/or branded experience preferred)

Experience designing across multiple apparel categories is a strong plus

Required Skills

Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and fit

Knowledge of apparel manufacturing processes and production timelines

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other design tools

Ability to create clear, detailed tech packs

Strong color sense and understanding of print, pattern, and graphics (as applicable)

Preferred Skills

Highly organized with strong time-management skills

Ability to balance creativity with commercial and cost considerations

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

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