Accessories Designer – Bags & Leather Goods

Casablanca Paris represents a unique vision of luxury, blending Parisian elegance with multicultural influences. Dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship, modern sophistication, and a free-spirited ethos, Casablanca Paris offers more than just fashion; it offers an immersive luxury experience.OverviewCasablanca is seeking a highly creative Bags and Leather Goods Designer to lead the design and development of our luxury handbag collection, ensuring it reflects the brand's creative vision, luxury positioning and commercial strategy.This role requires a strong understanding of luxury leather goods, exceptional design sensibility and a passion for craftsmanship. You will be responsible for researching trends, materials and innovative construction techniques while developing distinctive handbags that embody the Casablanca aesthetic.Working closely with Product Development, Merchandising, suppliers and manufacturers, you will oversee the design process from initial concept through to sample approval and production.The RoleConduct seasonal research into trends, materials, colours, hardware, construction techniques and luxury leather goods to develop innovative design concepts.Create mood boards, design presentations and Product Range Lists aligned with the Casablanca brand vision and seasonal direction.Design and develop the seasonal Bags collection, including handbags, totes, shoulder bags, crossbody bags, evening bags, travel bags and small leather goods where required.Work closely with the Creative Director throughout every stage of the design and development process.Collaborate with Merchandising to ensure designs meet commercial objectives, pricing architecture and target margins.Source premium leathers, fabrics, hardware, trims and components in partnership with suppliers and the Product Development team.Produce detailed technical drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support product development.Work closely with Product Development and factories to