Designer, Accessories - NYC

About the Role

We are a dynamic, trend-driven fashion company targeting the junior market with a focus on speed, creativity, and innovation. We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Accessory Designer to join our team in our NYC office. This role is ideal for someone passionate about the junior accessories space, with a strong understanding of emerging trends, materials, and the fast fashion cycle across multiple categories including headwear, neckwear, cold weather accessories, and belts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct seasonal trend, color, and material research tailored to the junior customer
• Design and develop on-trend accessories across headwear, neckwear, cold weather, and belts from concept through production
• Create detailed sketches, CADs, and tech packs/spec sheets for development
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to support development, troubleshoot issues, and ensure design intent is executed accurately
• Collaborate closely with production and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate execution
• Partner with sourcing on materials, trims, hardware, yarns, and fabrications aligned with design vision and cost targets
• Develop prints, graphics, and surface embellishments where applicable
• Manage multiple categories and seasonal timelines simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Stay informed on competitor activity, market trends, and consumer insights relevant to the junior market
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Ability to digitally sketch quickly and clearly
• Strong understanding of accessory construction, materials, and technical specifications across soft and hard goods
• Experience working with a wide range of materials including fabrics, knits, trims, hardware, and belt components
• Strong communication skills, particularly with overseas factories and cross-functional partners
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of print, pattern, and embellishment development and placement
• Strong trend awareness with the ability to interpret runway and market insights into commercial product

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of accessory design experience (multi-category experience preferred; junior market a plus)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven experience working directly with overseas factories, including daily communication
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proactive, positive attitude with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn

Pay

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000–$110,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time-off policy
• Career opportunities within a dynamic team