Design Director – Men’s Black Label Wovens

Reports into

Head of Design Job Summary: Rag & Bone is looking for an individual who will be responsible for defining and executing the design vision for Black Label — the brand's refined, tailored lifestyle end-use — and overseeing the design and development of the Wovens line, under the direction of the Design Director.

Responsibilities

Research:

Provide trend & vintage research based on seasonal inspiration and brand lifestyle direction Design:

• Responsible for original sketches, color-ups, and material suggestions for RTW Outerwear, Tailoring, Non-Denim Bottoms, and Shirting categories – based on design direction.

Development:

• Direct techpack/design sheet preparation completed by the design assistant, ensuring hand-offs are accurate & clear for the technical design team.
• Additionally oversees seasonal trim design & development.

Fitting:

Attend weekly fittings from prototype-production - ensuring fit, construction, and material accuracy at each product stage Presentation:

• Work with Head of Design to present design concepts at sketch, prototype, and SMS stages.
• Can clearly communicate their inspiration & ideas to both internal design team, Creative Director, and cross-functional partners.

Organization:

• Create and maintain seasonal boards (physical & digital versions); keeping boards consistently updated after meetings & fittings.

Collaboration:

Drive the Black Label design vision through cross-functional peers in merchandising, product development, and tech design to ensure brand alignment Teamwork:

• Support design team as needed to organize and prep for meetings, ie: sketch reviews, proto reviews, market reviews – using key dates and calendar set up by the Head of Design Requirements: ( skills, qualifications, education, etc) Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, or related field experience Creative thinker with a passion for menswear Must have proficient technical knowledge of Wovens product (outerwear, tailoring, bottoms, shirting) Strong understanding of textiles, materials, and trims Must be extremely organized, have ability to multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Must have thorough knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Knowledge of Miro a plus Rules we live by | Rules you live by Be a Good Human - Be original, be authentic.
• Stand for diversity, equitability & inclusivity.
• Have No Fear - Innovate, solve problems Own Every Decision - Work together, get results Quality Matters – Not only with product but we see it in our people Make Shit Happen - Be disciplined, be competitive Benefits Paid Time Off Clothing Allowance Generous Employee Discount Paid Parental Leave Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits 401k rag & bone is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.
• No employee or applicant is discriminated against because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.