Woven Designer

ABOUT LOVESHACKFANCY:

LoveShackFancy, founded in 2013 by Rebecca Hessel Cohen, is a global fashion, beauty, childrenswear, accessories, home, and lifestyle brand celebrated for its romantic, vintage-inspired aesthetic and cult-like community. Known for its immersive, whimsical interiors, the brand has grown to 24 boutiques across the U.S. and London. Signature ruffles, pink, and bows anchor the collections, while storytelling and pioneering community-driven experiences have shaped LoveShackFancy into more than a fashion label—it’s a shared lifestyle movement. Coveted collaborations include Victoria’s Secret PINK, Gap, Target, Stanley, Pottery Barn, Bogner, and more. In 2023, LoveShackFancy launched Beauty exclusively at Sephora, inviting millions into its rose-colored world of whimsy and celebration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research seasonal trends, silhouettes, materials, and novelty techniques; bring new ideas through competitive shopping and research

Work closely with the Senior Woven Designer on artwork, layout, and colorway reviews

Communicate developments, launching layouts and concepts for mockups, embellishments, and sourcing to overseas factories; troubleshoot and work with the team to ensure developments meet design standards

Work on visual presentations for key meetings, ensuring boards and decks effectively communicate and align with the LoveShackFancy language; regularly update and ensure accuracy of flat sketches and CADs in the line sheet

Track the status of developments, ensure outstanding questions are resolved, follow all emails, and problem-solve with senior team members throughout the development of the collection

Create tech packs for development including construction details, specs, and BOMs

Be detail-oriented and knowledgeable in technical aspects of woven development including sketching, construction, and fit

Research and create new trim development and sourcing

Create drapes, 3D mockups, embroidery layouts, and trim layouts; support trim design and development

Attend fittings and take notes; communicate changes through detailed tech pack comments, technical detail pages, and fit images; work with factories to maintain design concept, fit, and quality standards throughout the development process

Update sketches to reflect fit changes during development and production fittings

Prepare sketch updates and BOMs for pass-off to the Production team post-market and tweak layouts as needed for costing and production needs

Assist in managing operations in the design studio to ensure a smooth and organized design process

Prepare and alter samples for market and Fashion Week

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.

SKILLS, QUALITIES & BEHAVIORS:

3–5 years of experience in a design environment

High taste level and strong creative ability

Exceptional design and fit sense

Skilled in hand drawing or Procreate for flats

Computer skills: expertise in Photoshop and Illustrator is required; proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Canva or similar presentation programs

Ability to think creatively in three dimensions and envision how designs will execute

Knowledgeable in technical aspects of construction; experienced working with overseas development and able to allocate work to tailors

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills supporting a team environment

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Exemplary time management and project management skills

Strong follow-through; proactive, extremely organized, and detail-oriented

Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands

Goal-oriented with strong organizational skills, a sense of priority for deadlines, and attention to detail

Mentor or management experience, including guiding interns, freelancers, and assistant freelancers while nurturing talent

BA or Associate Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a comparable field

Hardworking and flexible with strong problem-solving skills