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alexanderwang

Direct-to-consumer luxury fashion, footwear, accessories

Designer – Accessories

Industrial DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$90k - $93kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Accessories Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field is required.
  • Three to four or more years of experience in accessories design is required.
  • Strong understanding of luxury accessories design, construction, materials, and manufacturing processes is required.
  • Experience with hardware, trim, and closure development is required.
  • Knowledge of leather, textiles, and accessory materials, including sourcing considerations and material capabilities, is required.
  • Strong color, proportion, and product-aesthetic skills are required.
  • Strong sketching, rendering, and computer-aided design skills are required.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop, is required.
  • Experience with product lifecycle management systems and technical package creation is required.
  • Ability to communicate design intent through sketches, technical drawings, presentations, and supplier communications is required.
  • Strong presentation skills and confidence communicating design concepts to leadership and cross-functional teams are required.

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop seasonal concepts for handbags, small leather goods, and accessories in alignment with seasonal direction and line plans.
  • Create and present design concepts, including market and vintage research, material explorations, shape studies, sketches, mockups, hardware concepts, and color direction.
  • Design products considering functionality, construction, finishes, trims, closures, branding, and user experience.
  • Collaborate with the Accessories team on seasonal collection development and category-strategy execution.
  • Partner with Materials, Product Development, and Merchandising teams to identify and source appropriate seasonal materials.
  • Present design concepts and seasonal developments for review, incorporating feedback and refining ideas through multiple development stages.
  • Manage product development according to seasonal calendars and overseas deadlines, accurately communicating design intent to development partners and factories.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed sketches, specifications, and technical packages that communicate construction, materials, hardware, finishing, and functional requirements.
  • Set up and maintain product information, sketches, and style details in product lifecycle management and internal systems, ensuring accuracy throughout development.
  • Support seasonal design presentations, milestone meetings, and creative reviews.
  • Maintain design boards, concept presentations, and development trackers, keeping information current and product status accurate.
  • Review prototypes and development samples, identify refinement opportunities, and propose solutions that preserve design integrity and support commercial objectives.
  • Participate in prototype reviews, SMS reviews, styling meetings, and assortment reviews to ensure alignment with seasonal vision and category objectives.
  • Communicate style launches and development updates across Design, Product Development, and Merchandising teams.
  • Evaluate sales performance, customer insights, and market trends to inform future product development and identify growth opportunities.
  • Participate in bill of materials reviews and recommend solutions concerning materials, trims, hardware, sourcing, and cost considerations.
  • Support product development through SMS, fit reviews, and TOP stages, partnering with Product Development and Production teams to preserve design intent and ensure manufacturability.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, the competitive landscape, emerging materials, and innovations relevant to the accessories market.
  • Contribute to special projects and additional initiatives assigned by the Accessories team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience designing handbags and small leather goods is strongly preferred.
  • Experience designing across multiple accessories categories, including handbags, small leather goods, belts, and lifestyle accessories, is preferred.
  • Experience with 3D design and rendering software such as Rhino, Gravity Sketch, or similar programs is a plus.

About the Company

alexanderwang

Direct-to-consumer luxury fashion, footwear, accessories

Alexander Wang creates luxury fashion pieces for men and women, including ready-to-wear clothing, accessories, and footwear. The brand sells its products directly to customers through its online store and physical boutiques, offering premium-priced items tied to a strong, recognizable style. Its products are designed and released as curated collections, with world-wide complimentary standard shipping and easy returns to support the shopping experience. What sets Alexander Wang apart is its well-defined brand identity and exclusive collections, combined with a direct-to-consumer model that prioritizes direct customer relationships over third-party retailers. The company’s goal is to maintain its luxury positioning while growing its global direct-to-consumer presence and continuing to deliver contemporary, edgy designs that appeal to fashion-conscious shoppers.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, United States
Founded
2005

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