DESIGNER OCCASION WEAR & FORMAL WOMENSWEAR

About the Brand

A luxury occasion-wear label rooted in quiet elegance, thoughtful design, and timeless silhouettes. We create clothing for moments that matter cocktail evenings, engagement celebrations, receptions, intimate dinners, and refined formalwear. Our design language prioritises restraint, structure, and presence over trends or excess. This is brand will be launching soon and passionate people are priorities.

Role Overview

We are looking for a designer with strong aesthetic judgment and an understanding of elegant womenswear, who can translate ideas into refined, wearable designs aligned with our philosophy.

This role requires taste, discipline, and intention not fast fashion thinking.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Development

Design occasion wear dresses (cocktail, engagement, reception, dinner party) with a focus on:
MIDI and MAXI lengths
Thoughtful necklines
Elegant, balanced silhouettes
Design women's formal pantsuits with a refined, powerful aesthetic
Work with fabrics such as satin, georgette, crepe, organza, and other suitable luxury materials
Develop designs that feel timeless, not trend-driven

Fit & Construction

Create designs that are flattering, comfortable, and well-proportioned
Design consciously for plus sizes not simple size grading
Work closely with the production team to ensure quality.
Proper drape
Clean finishing
High-quality construction

Research & Aesthetic Direction

Conduct design research that is aligned with luxury fashion, not mass-market trends
Understand international luxury aesthetics while adapting for Indian sensibilities
Maintain consistency with the brand's design charter and manifesto

Sampling & Execution

Create detailed design briefs and tech packs
Oversee sampling, fittings, and revisions
Ensure final samples match the original design vision

What We Are NOT Looking For

Designers focused on bodycon, overly revealing, or fast-fashion silhouettes
Trend-chasers or Instagram-first designers
Anyone who prioritises quantity over quality

Required Qualifications & Experience

Degree or diploma in Fashion Design (NIFT, Pearl, NID or equivalent preferred)
26 years experience in womenswear, occasion wear, or luxury/bridge-to-luxury brands
Strong understanding of:
Garment construction
Fabric behaviour
Fit across sizes
Ability to sketch, conceptualise, and execute designs independently

Portfolio Requirements (Very Important)

Your portfolio must include:

Occasion wear dresses (not casualwear only)
Evidence of elegant silhouettes and thoughtful design
Work that shows restraint, proportion, and fabric understanding

Portfolios focused only on:

streetwear, clubwear, fast fashion, or bodycon styles

will not be considered.

Personal Qualities We Value

Strong aesthetic judgment
Attention to detail
Calm, composed working style
Respect for the design process
Willingness to design with intention, not urgency

How to Apply

Please share:

Your resume
Your portfolio (PDF or link)
A short note on why you resonate with refined occasion wear
After uploading a zoom/google meet interview will be conducted to see if we are a good fit.

Final Note

This brand aims to build slowly, deliberately, and with restraint.

We are looking for designers who understand that true luxury does not need to announce itself.

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