Tailor - Prestige Embroidery - New York

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• Kerby's

  

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  11 days ago

  $20–$22 hourly

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  Manhattan, New York

  Part Time Only - Experience is a must! A positive attitude, Reliable, strong work ethic, and passion for fashion and craftsmanship. Responsibilities • Perform precise alterations and repairs on a variety of garments, including hemming, taking in or letting out seams, and resizing clothing to fit individual customer needs, • Consult with customers to understand their alteration requests and provide professional recommendations for best fit and style adjustments, • Use sewing machines and hand sewing techniques to execute alterations efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards, • Maintain a clean, organized workspace and ensure all tools and equipment are properly cared for and stored, • Collaborate with team members to manage workload during busy periods and ensure timely completion of all alterations, • Keep detailed records of each alteration order, including measurements, adjustments made, and customer specifications, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

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• Hello Tailor

  

  Tailor

  24 days ago

  $25–$45 hourly

  Part-time

  Manhattan, New York

  Master tailor with years of experience in garment construction, sewing, and clothing alterations for both men and women. Familiar and comfortable working with all fabric types and high-end retailers. Expert seamstress capable of following pins and executing clean work in a timely manner.

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• Etro Fashion USA

  

  Tailoring and Alterations Specialist

  2 days ago

  New York

  Job DescriptionDescription: ABOUT ETRO ETRO is a fashion house that has defined Italian style around the world since 1968. From research into textiles and attention to detail, ETRO creates luxury clothing and accessories for men and women, where passion for travel and sartorial tradition are the key concepts of every collection. SCOPE The Tailoring / Alterations Specialist is the guardian of garment excellence at the point of sale, ensuring that every Etro piece leaves the boutique fitting the client with precision, elegance, and the quality befitting the brand’s Italian heritage. Working in close partnership with the boutique sales team, this role is responsible for conducting client fittings, executing all levels of garment alterations and repairs — from basic hemming to complex structural adjustments — and upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship on all ready-to-wear, tailored, and special-order pieces. The ideal candidate brings a refined technical skill set, a deep appreciation for luxury fabrics and Italian construction methods, and the professionalism and discretion required to serve Etro’s discerning clientele. This person in this position will primarily meet the Soho boutique tailoring and alterations needs, but will be based in the tailoring workroom at the Madison boutique. They may be needed to support other alterations and tailoring tasks and ability to travel between both locations as needed, and willingness to supporting other tailoring and alterations tasks RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform all levels of garment alterations, including hemming, taking in and letting out seams, sleeve and trouser adjustments, relining, and structural modifications on both womenswear and menswear garments, • Conduct in-boutique client fittings with professionalism and discretion, accurately pinning and marking garments, and clearly communicating alteration options, timelines, and expectations to clients and the sales team, • Execute expert-level hand-finishing techniques appropriate to Etro’s luxury ready-to-wear, including slip-stitching, blind-hemming, hand-sewn buttonholes, and couture-level finishing on delicate and structured garments, • Work confidently across a broad range of luxury fabrics, including printed silks, cashmere, fine wools, double-face fabrics, jersey knits, leather, and embellished or beaded materials, applying appropriate techniques for each, • Repair and restore garments, including replacing zippers, reattaching buttons, mending torn seams and repairing tears, and addressing fabric damage in a manner that preserves the integrity and appearance of the original garment, • Interpret and execute alteration requests from the sales team and store leadership, consistently meeting agreed-upon turnaround times and quality benchmarks, • Maintain an organized and efficient alterations workspace, including proper equipment maintenance (sewing machines, serger, pressing equipment, hand tools) and accurate record-keeping of all in-progress and completed work, • Partner with the boutique team to manage the alterations workflow, communicating proactively about capacity, priorities, and any challenges that may affect client delivery timelines, • Support the boutique team during special events, trunk shows, and VIC appointments that require on-site fitting and tailoring services, • Uphold Etro’s standards of excellence in every interaction and every stitch, acting as a brand ambassador through the quality and care of the work produced Requirements: SPECIFIC SKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES • Formal training in tailoring, garment construction, or fashion design (vocational school, atelier apprenticeship, or equivalent); couture or bespoke training a significant advantage, • Minimum 3–5 years of professional tailoring and alterations experience within a luxury fashion, high-end retail, or couture environment, • Expert proficiency in both machine and hand sewing, including advanced hand-finishing techniques (blind hem, slip stitch, hand-sewn buttonholes, fell stitch), • Demonstrated ability to work across a wide range of luxury materials: printed silk, fine wool, cashmere, jersey knit, double-face, leather, and embellished fabrics, • Strong understanding of garment construction across womenswear and menswear, including tailored jackets, trousers, dresses, knitwear, and outerwear, • Proven experience taking precise measurements and conducting professional client fittings, • Ability to accurately interpret alteration notes, pins, and chalk marks and execute to specification, • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality that reflects luxury brand standards, • Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple alteration orders simultaneously and meet client deadlines, • Proficiency with industrial sewing machines, serger, blind-hem machine, and professional pressing equipment, • Knowledge of Italian tailoring techniques and construction methods a strong advantage given Etro’s heritage, • Experience with specialty alterations: beading and embellishment repair, leather seaming, and couture-level hand finishing, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak retail periods, events, and market moments, • Collaborative team player who works seamlessly with the sales floor to deliver an elevated client experience, • Proactive and solutions-oriented; able to assess alteration feasibility and communicate options clearly, • Fluency in English required; Italian or other language skills a plus Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills appropriate for a luxury boutique environment This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. 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• Rare Editions

  

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  4 days ago

  New York

  Position Overview Star Children’s Dress Company, a growing apparel company focused on producing fashionable yet affordable dresses, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Fashion Designer with 2 years of experience. This role supports the design and product development team in executing seasonal collections. The Assistant Fashion Designer will work under the direction of senior designers and contribute to design preparation, technical documentation, and sample development while gaining hands-on experience in fashion design. Key Responsibilities • Assist senior designers in the development of seasonal collections, including research on trends, colors, fabrics, and trims for apparel, • Create and revise digital sketches and technical flats using Adobe Illustrator to support design communication, • Prepare and maintain specification sheets, measurement charts, and basic construction details under the supervision of senior design staff, • Support the sample development process by organizing fabrics, trims, and color standards for seasonal collections, • Track sample progress and assist during fittings by recording comments and updating design documentation based on feedback, • Maintain organized design archives, including fabric libraries, trim references, and seasonal records, • Conduct market and competitor research within the categories to support design direction, • Assist in preparing presentation boards and materials for internal meetings and line reviews, • Collaborate with production and merchandising teams to ensure design documentation is accurate and up to date, • Provide administrative and project support to the design team, including maintaining calendars and development trackers Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field, • 2 years of relevant experience in fashion design or product development, • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; knowledge of Photoshop is a plus, • Basic understanding of garment construction, textiles, and design principles, • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, • Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, • Strong communication and time management skills Benefits • Health insurance and dental insurance eligibility beginning the first of the month after 60 days of employment (for full-time employees), • 401(k) plan eligibility for full-time employees, • Paid time off, including vacation accrual and company-recognized holidays, • Weekly payroll with direct deposit available after the third week of employment, • Free full service Gym Access with locker rooms, showers, and, • Compensation commensurate with experience and aligned with industry standards.

• Rare Editions

  

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• Rare Editions

  

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