Designer, Women's Apparel

Why

Founded on the Upper East Side of New York City by brothers Jay and Kevin McLaughlin was built on a simple idea: great style feels personal.

From a single neighborhood shop to nearly 200 stores nationwide we have always believed in being local and loyalto our customers our communities and one another. Today nearly 1000 employees bring the brand to life across the country from Maine to Maui.

For over 20 years our corporate home has been in Greenpoint Brooklyn where creativity craftsmanship and collaboration continue to shape our next chapter.

Giving back is part of who we are. We support the communities we serve through local partnerships charitable initiatives and a belief that businesses should leave places better than they found them.

Overview

We are seeking a Designer of Womens Apparel to join our Design Teamreporting to our Senior Design Director of Womens Apparel. This role is a key member of the cross-functional product team for the Womens apparel categories while contributing to a collaborative high-performing and values-driven workplace.

This position is primarily based in our Greenpoint Brooklyn office and follows a hybrid schedule with 4 days a week minimum in-office.

About the role

Essential Functions:

• Design seasonal womens apparel collections across Woven and Knit product categories aligned with brand aesthetic and seasonal direction
• Develop concepts sketches and design details from initial inspiration through final approval
• Partner closely with Merchandising Product Development Fabric and Production teams to ensure designs are commercially viable and executable
• Create and maintain detailed design packages including sketches material callouts and trim details
• Support color material and print direction in alignment with overall line plans
• Review samples and provide design feedback throughout development stages
• Participate in line reviews fittings (as applicable) and milestone meetings
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support calendar adherence and on-time delivery
• Ability to travel occasionally to vendors factories or other business locations as required.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct trend market and competitive research to inform seasonal design direction
• Support development of materials and trim libraries
• Assist with maintaining design archives and sample organization
• Support special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What we are looking for

Skills & Requirements:

• 4 years of experience in womens apparel design within a retail or specialty lifestyle environment.
• Category experience across knits and wovens and within Outerwear and Dresses a plus.
• Experience working in PLM systems a plus
• Strong proficiency in creating accurate flat sketches in Illustrator
• Strong understanding of construction materials and production processes
• Proficiency in Photoshop
• Ability to translate creative concepts into commercially viable designs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple seasons and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelors degree in Accessories Design Fashion Design or a related field preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to access and navigate various departments at the organizations facilities.

Benefits at a Glance

At we design our benefits with the same care and intention as our product. Our benefits are designed to support well-being flexibility and long-term growth.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (eligibility based on hours worked)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hybrid or flexible work environment (role-dependent)
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Clothing allowance and generous discounts on merchandise
• Discretionary bonus opportunities (role-dependent)
• Employee referral incentives and commuter benefits

Pay Transparency & Disclaimer

$85000 - $110000 annually depending on experience skills and qualifications.

Compensation and benefits may vary based on role location and eligibility. reserves the right to modify compensation and benefit programs at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity

is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.