Designer, Dresses Jobs

Who We Are:

Founded in 2009, Reformation is a revolutionary lifestyle brand that proves fashion and sustainability can coexist. We combine stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices, releasing limited-edition collections for individuals who want to look beautiful and live sustainably. Setting an example for the industry, Reformation remains at the forefront of innovation in sustainable fashion—running the first sustainable factory in Los Angeles, using deadstock and eco fabrics, tracking and sharing the environmental impact of every product, and investing in the people who make this revolution possible. The brand has also established itself as a pioneer in retail innovation, developing an in-store tech concept that brings the best of its online experience to its physical doors.

We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.

Here at Ref, we put people first. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued. We build an inclusive culture together and make a real impact along the way.

Designer, Dresses

What you’ll do:

• Identify key silhouettes, fabrics and trims that are relevant to the Reformation customer
• Anticipate future trends - be willing to take calculated risks - where it makes sense
• Lead the fits for woven dresses
• Contribute to the concepting process to develop cohesive product stories that highlight both trends and winning product strategies.
• Stay close to market trends. Analyze key product trends in the marketplace on a regular basis and build a comprehensive list of findings. Synthesize the list to highlight only the concepts relevant for the Reformation brand/customer.
• Commercialize and interpret trends for the Reformation customer through trend relevant and timeless dress designs that meet the assortment needs.
• Partner with Director of Design, Main Line to develop the vision and direction of the brand
• Sketch extensively into new ideas, iterative concepts, and best selling shapes
• Work closely with the Product Development team to develop and introduce new, sustainable fabrications to elevate and evolve our product offering
• Maintain a high standard for quality and design to ensure Reformation product is always top of the line
• Proactively seek out design and merchandising opportunities within the category. Work with Merchandising to build winning strategies for growth.
• Build on winning styles and trends through fast chase and iterative designs

What you’ll need:

• Experience working with domestic and overseas factories/suppliers is beneficial
• Demonstrate strong ownership of one’s own categories
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Strong background in concept research
• Commercial acumen and desire to read and understand sales reports
• 5-10 years experience in a Design function with prior experience in dresses
• Ability to work under pressure and with strong personalities
• Strong understanding of garment construction, sewing techniques, and patternmaking
• Appetite for design influences
• Strong enthusiasm for Reformation as a brand
• Knowledgeable about fabrics: drape, appropriate use, quality
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Have a genuine passion for Sustainability
• Experience with fittings is beneficial
• Experience in developing wovens
• Customer-focused and data driven
• Strong eye for both elevated design and ability to judge overall assortment balance
• Strong sketching ability – both by hand and Illustrator
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate confidently at all levels

Who You Are:

• You are incredibly smart
• You can set targets and manage a cross-functional effort to achieve those targets
• You are a collaborative, hardworking, problem solver, who leads by example
• You motivate others; you communicate clearly; you inspire your coworkers
• Your colleagues love working with you; your manager loves having you in meetings on their team

Benefits & Perks:

• Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more
• 401K with company match
• Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
• Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
• Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees