Fashion Designer

Creative direction and collection design

* Research trends, customer needs, competitor activity, fabrics and silhouettes to develop seasonal concepts and mood boards.

* Design cohesive womenswear ranges across seasonal collections, core styles and key moments including Ramadan and Eid.

* Create original sketches, detailed CAD flats, colourways and presentation boards aligned to the brand.

* Present design concepts and product recommendations clearly to the founders and cross-functional team.

Technical design and development

* Prepare accurate design specifications and support complete tech packs, including measurements, construction, trims and finishing details.

* Partner with Product Development and garment technology to review prototypes, fit, proportions, workmanship and wearability.

* Attend fit sessions, communicate clear amendments and follow samples through to final design approval.

* Fabric, print and detail development

* Source and select suitable fabrics, trims, embellishments and finishes with Product

Development and suppliers.

* Develop colour palettes, prints and placement artwork, providing accurate references and approvals.

* Balance fashion newness with proven bestsellers and continuity products.

Critical path and factory collaboration

* Deliver sketches, CADs, specifications and design decisions to agreed critical path deadlines.

* Respond quickly to supplier questions, review development samples and resolve design issues without unnecessary sampling rounds.

Cross-functional collaboration

* Work closely with Buyers and Product Developers to align design intent, costs, feasibility and delivery.

* Collaborate with Merchandising, E-commerce and Marketing on launch stories, product details and collection presentation.

* Support factory visits and live fit sessions when required, including travel to Asia.

* Maintain organised design files, clear version control and accurate handovers.

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