
Location: London
Type: Permanent
Industry: Ladieswear
Job Ref: TGS1685
The Company
We are seeking a talented and experienced Soft Woven Designer to join our clients dynamic design team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing soft woven garments, a keen eye for trends, and a passion for creating contemporary and innovative designs. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and collaboration skills to bring our vision to life.
The Role:
- Design and develop soft woven collections from concept to final product, including dresses, blouses, skirts, tops, co-ords.
- Conduct trend research and analysis to stay ahead of market trends and consumer preferences.
- Create mood boards, sketches, and detailed technical drawings to communicate design ideas effectively.
- Select fabrics, trims, and finishes to enhance the design and functionality of the garments.
- Collaborate with the product development team to ensure designs are feasible.
- Work closely with our Far East development team to oversee the creation of prototypes and fit samples.
Skill Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in soft woven garment design.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD.
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and finishing techniques.
- Excellent sketching and illustration skills.
- Knowledge of fabric properties and handling of soft woven materials.
- Ability to translate trends and consumer insights into commercially successful designs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.