Senior Denim Designer
il y a 18 heures
Paris
Within the Women's Ready-to-Wear Design Studio, you will contribute to the creative development of the denim collections, from concept through pre-industrialization, ensuring alignment with the product strategy while meeting timelines, quality standards, and budget objectives. You will be the key partner to the Head Designer for the Denim category, collaborating closely with the Artistic Director, Collection Direction, Design Director, Product Development teams, Fabric Development, Pattern Makers, and the Atelier throughout the creative and product development process. You will play a key role in driving the creative evolution, innovation, and commercial success of the Denim category, while preserving the House's identity and craftsmanship and meeting the Creative Director's vision. Key Responsibilities Design & Creative Development • Partner closely with the Head Designer to develop seasonal Denim collections., • Drive innovation by exploring new silhouettes, washes, constructions, fabric developments, and garment finishing techniques., • Create and present design proposals through sketches, mock-ups, drapes, and technical presentations., • Develop digital simulations of silhouettes and total looks using Adobe Photoshop., • Research fabrics, trims, washes, dyeing techniques, and finishing processes aligned with each design concept., • Conduct in-depth trend, vintage, archive, and market research to inspire the creative direction of the collection., • Collaborate with the broader design team to ensure consistency across the collection while enriching the overall creative language through distinctive denim detailing. Product Development • Validate prototypes, toiles, and garment volumes developed by both internal and external ateliers., • Ensure clear communication and high-quality follow-up with pattern makers, ateliers, and development teams to guarantee accuracy of construction, fit, finishes, and detailing., • Work closely with Collection Management to ensure balanced product development and a coherent positioning of each style within the collection., • Maintain the highest quality standards through expertise in denim construction, garment engineering, fit, washes, and finishing techniques., • Travel to suppliers and manufacturing partners to explore innovative denim fabrics, laundry processes, sustainable technologies, and production techniques., • Ensure all collection documentation is accurately maintained and updated, including design boards, technical boards, collection plans, and seasonal overviews., • Prepare fitting sessions alongside the Head Designer and Product Managers, anticipating technical challenges and proposing effective design solutions., • Integrate sustainability principles into every stage of the creative and product development process, promoting responsible materials and production methods. Strategic Vision & Collaboration • Foster strong partnerships with development teams, ateliers, fabric mills, laundries, and manufacturing partners in a collaborative approach., • Contribute to defining and evolving the creative territory of the Denim category while remaining aligned with the House's identity., • Balance innovation, desirability, craftsmanship, and commercial relevance across the category., • Mentor and support more junior designers when appropriate, encouraging knowledge sharing and creative excellence., • Maintain continuous awareness of global denim trends, fabric innovations, consumer expectations, and competitive market developments. Profile • Minimum 8 years' experience in Denim Design within a luxury or premium fashion environment., • Strong expertise in denim fabrics, garment construction, pattern understanding, washes, dyeing, finishing techniques, and product engineering., • Deep understanding of denim manufacturing processes, laundry techniques, and textile innovation., • Strong knowledge of sustainable denim materials and responsible production practices., • Excellent proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)., • Strong ability to manage the complete design and development lifecycle from concept to pre-production., • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills., • Creative mindset combined with strong product sensitivity and attention to detail., • Highly organized, proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented., • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and teamwork., • Passion for denim culture, craftsmanship, innovation, and contemporary fashion.
