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Designer, DKNY Suits

Designer, DKNY Suits

G-III Apparel GroupNew York, NY, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title : Designer, DKNY Suits

Location (On-Site) : New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

Reports To : Design Director

Position Summary

The Designer, Suits will contribute to the creation of a commercially relevant and brand-right product line that balances trend-driven fashion with the customer's needs. This role develops seasonal assortments from concept through final prototypes, supporting strategic and financial growth objectives for the brand.

Key Responsibilities

Line & Product Design

  • Build seasonal assortments from concept research and sketch through final approved prototypes
  • Pull swatches, research inspiration styles, and identify emerging trends to drive development
  • Create accurate technical sketches, tech packs, and oversee sample development
  • Collaborate with technical design to correct prototypes and ensure quality construction

Seasonal Development & Communication

  • Shop the market and gather seasonal inspiration for design direction
  • Contribute to color palette and material development aligned to seasonal strategy
  • Communicate daily with global vendors and overseas partners on development updates and approvals
  • Partner with Sales and Planning to assess sales trends and integrate learnings into future line plans
  • Work cross-functionally with Sourcing / Production teams to support target costing and profitability
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • 4–5 years of apparel design experience required
  • Must have proved tailored wovens experience
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Strong flat sketching skills — both hand and digital
  • Proven ability to resolve fit and proto issues collaboratively with technical teams
  • Knowledge of varied garment construction techniques across multiple product categories
  • Experience working with overseas factories and vendors
  • Strong trend awareness and ability to translate concepts into commercial product
  • Exceptional organizational, follow-through, and detail execution skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally
  • Experience mentoring junior talent or managing contract resources is a plus
  • Education

  • Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience
  • Compensation

    Annual Equivalent : $70,000 – $110,000 (based on a 40-hour work week)

    This range reflects a good-faith compensation estimate in compliance with the NYC Salary Transparency Law.

    About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

    G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. As global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, we support a powerful portfolio of 30+ owned and licensed brands across the fashion industry through innovation and strong partnerships.

    Owned brands include : DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. Licenses include : Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and others. G-III also operates retail stores for DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan.

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